3D Crystal Heart

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$79

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From Your Photo to a Custom Crystal

Four steps, from upload to delivery: 3D laser engraving, a preview you approve, and same-day shipping on your crystal photo gift.

Step 1 1

Upload Your Photo

Upload any photo, then move or zoom until the framing looks right. We remove the background by default before photo engraving, or keep it for a small fee.

Step 2 2

Personalize Your Crystal

Choose your size and light base, plus extras like gift wrapping or a pop-up greeting card. Ultra HD is optional — add it for up to 50% more detail.

Step 3 3

Preview Before Engraving

We build a 3D model from your photo and send it to you by email or text. Review it, request edits, and approve the final look before anything is engraved.

Step 4 4

We Engrave and Ship It

Your crystal is engraved from the inside out with subsurface laser engraving, then hand-inspected and shipped the same day when you order by 2 PM CT.

3D Crystal Heart with Your Photo Inside

The 3D Crystal Heart is the most emotionally direct shape we make: the curved silhouette says what the gift means before anyone looks closely at the photo inside. It suits a partner, a spouse or a mother better than any other form in our range. A glass heart with picture inside frames one face beautifully and still has room for two people standing close together. For a colleague, a team or a formal occasion, the square or the rectangle is the safer choice. Every engraved crystal heart is made to order from the photo you send us, and nothing is mass produced or kept on a shelf.

How a Crystal Glass Heart Is Made

A laser etched crystal heart is engraved from within, not printed on the surface. Because the etching is sealed inside, a 3d glass heart never fades, peels or yellows the way a print behind glass eventually does. A heart crystal photo suits Valentine's Day, a wedding anniversary, Mother's Day or an engagement, and it reads as a keepsake rather than a decoration. Sizes run from a small desk keepsake to a piece that anchors a shelf, and a larger crystal heart with photo holds more detail when two faces share the frame.

Dust, fingerprints and direct sunlight cannot reach the image at all. Each heart shaped crystal with engraved photo is cut from optically clear K9 crystal, a glass grade chosen for how cleanly it carries light.

Sizes and the LED Base for a Crystal Heart with Picture

A heart shaped photo crystal catches daylight on a windowsill without any help. In a dim room it needs a light source underneath, and that is what the LED base is for.

Ordering an Engraved Glass Heart as a Gift

Send any picture you like, including a phone shot taken years ago. Our designers retouch it first and will say how the picture is going to read in crystal heart form before we engrave a single point.

The proof costs nothing and arrives before engraving. A 3D Preview before you order is $9.99, refunded in the price. Ultra HD cuts up to 4.5 million points against 3 million. Half as many points again, in practice. A light base underneath is what makes it read.

Free text engraving is included. Each additional copy comes at 50% off. A sharp, well lit half body picture is what works best. A designer looks at every file by hand.

Great Reactions Guaranteed

Denise M.

Grandma teared up the second she saw it. Worth every penny.

Personalization Options

Ultra HD Engraving

Ultra HD Engraving

More laser dots = more wow in every crystal, resulting in smoother, more defined and solid images. Next-level detail, same unforgettable memories.

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Light Bases

Our Light Bases are designed to make your engraving stand out anywhere in your home or office.

ArtPix PowerBox

Display your 3D Crystal anywhere you like

Full Gifting Experience

Gift Wrapping Service

Let ArtPix 3D wrap your present for you! We have a variety of festive patterns for you to choose from while customizing your item.

Pop-up Greeting Card

Add a 3D Greeting Card to your order! Each one opens to reveal a beautiful pop-up surprise.

Video Books

Make your message unforgettable with this sleek, hardcover video brochure, combining audio, video, and print for a truly personal touch.

Stylish Packaging

Our custom engraved products arrive in sleek black gift boxes that protect and impress.

  • Made in USA

    Every crystal is crafted in Chicago with care, precision, and premium materials.

  • Free 3D Preview

    You’ll be able to approve your 3D Model(s) before we engrave your item(s).

  • Same-Day Shipping

    Order before 2 PM CT for same-day shipping, other shipping options available at checkout.

  • 30-Day Return

    Shop with confidence knowing every order is backed by our 30-day return policy.

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3D Crystal Heart FAQs

All of our custom products are made of K9 Crystal. We chose this material for its clarity, which makes it perfect for showcasing 3D engraved images. It’s also highly durable; even after a lifetime of use, these crystals never lose their characteristic shine.

Have you ever wondered how we create such detailed and clear crystal engravings? Once your 3D model is ready, our team uses state-of-the-art subsurface crystal engraving machines to laser small white dots inside the crystal. These dots are laser etched to form the full model inside the crystal. The level of precision and detail achieved through this process is truly remarkable.

Text engravings are also engraved using this same method, with the text engraved closer to the surface to ensure it does not overlap with the model engraving.

Next, our team will review your crystal after it is finished engraving and before it is boxed up for shipping. If we find any mistakes or imperfections, we will remake the crystal to ensure you receive a great final product. Now you know how 3D Crystal Engravings work. But how can you contribute to this high-tech process?

That's the easiest part. Click the image below to visit our shop, select a crystal that matches what you're looking for, upload your image, and you'll be on your way to getting your own Crystal Engraving.

You can upload any high-quality image that you’d like to have engraved in your crystal. That could be a favorite family photo or a picture of you and your spouse. It could also be a really great selfie or a picture of your dog. Everyone has unique memories that are special to them, and at ArtPix 3D, we totally get that.

So go ahead! Upload a photo of the llama you saw at the petting zoo, the cactus that poked you on your family vacation, or the treehouse you used to hang out in before it got struck by lightning. Maybe this picture is linked to a significant moment in your life, or maybe it’s part of an elaborate inside joke; either way, we’re happy to engrave it in a custom crystal keepsake that you can treasure forever.

Of course! You can add custom text to any size of our 3D Crystal Rectangle, Square, Heart, or Diamond.

After uploading your photo, select the text box labeled Custom Engraving to write your message. It should be 150 characters or less, including spaces.

You can review your message in your order summary once you add the item to your cart. You should always proofread your text before completing your purchase!

We’re not able to engrave text on any of our crystal necklaces, keychains, or wine stoppers because of their small size. We’re also unable to add text to our 3D Crystal Iceberg due to its unusual shape.

Before we can engrave your photo in 3D inside the crystal shape of your choice, we first need to build a digital model. This allows us to create and perfect a beautiful, three dimensional version of your photo that looks almost real! With a 3D Preview, you can sneak a peek at your 3D model and custom text to make sure you’re happy with it before you order your 3D Photo Crystal.

Ready to show off your personalized 3D Photo Crystal? The first thing you’ll want to do is choose a secure location in your home where it isn’t likely to fall or get knocked over. Second, it helps if you can find a dark, solid-color background to make your image stand out. Finally, for the best 3D experience, we recommend purchasing an LED Light Base to put your custom engraving in the spotlight!

All our crystal items come in a custom black gift box with internal padding, which protects your crystal during shipment, and offers a great way to store your crystal securely when not on display.

Ordering a custom crystal online at ArtPix 3D is easy! You’ll start by selecting a crystal product from our shop. Next, you’ll upload your photo and adjust its position on a template of your crystal shape. Once you’re happy with your preview, you can customize your crystal by choosing your size and writing a note or caption to be engraved below your image. You can also select various add-ons to be included with your order, such as light bases, greeting cards, and a cleaning kit.

When you’re finished, double-check to make sure you’re satisfied with the customization options you selected. Next, check the box that reads “The personalization I entered is correct,” and select Add to Cart.

You’ll have another opportunity to confirm your personalization in your cart. Check your order summary to verify that the size, shape, and orientation (if applicable) of your crystals are correct. You should also proofread any text and make sure your selected add-ons are all present and accounted for. If you enabled ArtPix HD for your photo, your summary should confirm it.

Next, enter your payment and shipping details. If you have a discount code, you can apply it at this stage under Apply Coupon. You can also provide any custom instructions under Order Notes. Finally, select Place Order to finalize your purchase.

Order before 2pm CT for same-day shipping!

Our estimated delivery timeframes are as follows*:

Free Shipping (1-4 days) with orders $79+

Standard $9.99 (1-3 days)

Express $22.99 (1-2 days)

High Priority Express $39.99 (1 day)

Tracking information is provided with all shipping options for your convenience.

*Please note that actual delivery times may vary, especially during peak seasons. Precise delivery times are available during checkout. Additionally, our shipping services are subject to specific cutoff times for same-day processing (2pm CT) and may have limitations on delivery locations. Same-day processing does not apply on Sundays and, therefore, may add an additional day to our estimated delivery timeframes.

The international shipping options that will be available to you during checkout are:

CountryFreeEconomyPriorityPriority PlusExpress
Australia4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
Canada5-9 days4-7 days2-4 days2-3 days1-2 days
Germany4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
New Zealand4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days
United Kingdom4-9 days3-8 days3-5 days2-4 days1-3 days

Great question! You earn 2 points for every dollar spent on any Crystal items and 1 point for every dollar spent on any non-crystal add-ons (light bases, wrapping paper, greeting cards, cleaning kit, ornament stands, candles, etc).

You can also earn points by leaving reviews on purchased items, referring a friend, following us on Instagram, liking us on Facebook, and subscribing to our Newsletters. We also celebrate our customers with points on Birthdays and Anniversaries! For more information, check out our Rewards page

Does ArtPix 3D specialize in custom crystal gifts? The answer to both questions is a hearty yes! We handle your digital photos with the utmost care, and we’ll never use them for any purpose other than to create your custom crystal.

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Why Choose a 3D Crystal Heart with a Photo Inside?

Every other shape waits for you to look at the photograph before it tells you anything. This one has already spoken. A glass heart with picture inside announces its intent from across a room, before the recipient is close enough to see whose face is held in it, and that head start is the whole argument for the shape. The image itself is laser-engraved by the ArtPix 3D team, suspended at varying depths so a 3D heart crystal photo shifts as you move around it.

An engraved crystal heart is the most emotionally direct object in the range. That is a strength when the message is affection and a liability when it is anything else.

Is a Heart-Shaped Crystal the Right Gift for You?

Partners and spouses first, then mothers and grandmothers. Anyone the gift is meant to say I love you to, without hedging. A crystal glass heart is the piece people buy when the relationship is the subject and the photograph is only the evidence, which is why the most-ordered image for it is not a portrait at all but two people with their heads together. Heart shaped crystals are bought for the relationship, not the likeness.

The occasions follow from that. It is the obvious choice among Valentine's Day gift ideas, and it is the shape most often ordered for anniversary gift ideas, particularly the fifteenth, where crystal is the traditional material. It works for Mother's Day gifts and sits comfortably among gift ideas for her at a birthday or an engagement.

Now the part worth saying plainly: it is wrong for a colleague. A heart with picture inside handed to someone you work with reads as a declaration whether or not you meant one, and there is no way to soften it. For a retirement, a work anniversary, a thank-you or a boss, use the square. For a formal portrait of a parent or a graduate, the rectangle is better suited. Choosing the wrong shape here costs more than choosing the wrong photograph.

Picking the Perfect Photo for Your Heart-Shaped Crystal

Almost any photo works. Well-lit, unblurred, with the subject clearly visible, is the whole requirement; our design team adjusts the image before engraving.

The quirk is the point at the bottom. The shape is widest across the top two lobes and narrows to nothing at the base, so anything in the lower third of your photograph is squeezed into a taper. Faces belong in the upper half, and a glass heart picture works best when the eyes sit level with the widest part of the shape. Two people side by side sit beautifully across the lobes, which is why a glass heart with picture inside suits couples better than any other shape we make. Full-length shots do not work here at all, because the legs run into the point. If your crystal heart with picture is meant to show a whole person rather than a face, choose a different shape and keep the photograph.

Checked by Hand Before It Ships

Curved edges are what make this shape difficult to check. There is no straight line anywhere on it, so a centring error cannot be measured against an edge the way it can on a block; it has to be judged against the symmetry of the two lobes, which the eye reads with surprising precision. An image sitting two millimetres left of true looks obviously wrong on a heart and would pass unnoticed on a rectangle. Centring is therefore verified against the outline itself before anything else. Every crystal is inspected before it leaves the facility:

  • Is the image centered?
  • Is the face clear?
  • Is the text readable?
  • Are there visible defects in the crystal?
  • Is the engraving depth correct?
  • Is the crystal cleaned before packaging?
  • Is the correct base/accessory included?
  • Is the gift box protected for shipping?

The crystal ships only once every point passes.