3D Crystal Rectangle

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$69

$59

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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, light base, and text engraving, plus extras like gift wrapping or a pop-up 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 Rectangle: a Glass Photo Block with Your Picture Inside

The 3D Crystal Rectangle is the most versatile shape we make: a solid crystal slab with your image engraved inside it, standing upright without a frame. Portrait orientation flatters faces and couples, while landscape suits family groups, pets and wide outdoor shots. A glass photo block is also the most forgiving format for a busy picture, because the flat faces keep the whole scene readable instead of bending it. If you are buying for parents or grandparents and do not know their taste, this is the safe choice. A photo glass block suits anniversaries, birthdays, Christmas and memorial gifts equally well, which is why it is the shape people return to.

How the Glass Block Etching Inside Actually Works

A picture in glass block is engraved, not printed. A laser focuses below the surface and creates millions of tiny points inside the crystal, and those points form your image in three dimensions. Because the etching sits sealed within the block, dust, fingerprints and sunlight never reach it. A photo in a crystal will not fade, peel or yellow the way a print behind glass eventually does, so the gift looks the same in ten years as it does on the day it arrives. Every block is cut from optically clear K9 crystal, a glass grade chosen for how cleanly it carries light.

Choosing a Crystal Photo Block Size and a Lighted Base

Your crystal photo block comes in several sizes, from a small desk keepsake to a piece that anchors a shelf or mantel. A picture in a glass catches daylight on its own, but in a dim room an LED base lifts it considerably.

Ordering an Engraved Glass Block as a Gift

Send any photo you like, including a phone shot taken years ago. Our designers retouch it first, removing backgrounds or combining two pictures if you ask, and will say before we engrave a single point if the file will not carry.

Nothing is cut until you approve a free 3D proof. For $9.99 a 3D Preview can be made before ordering, credited back. Where Standard cuts 3 million points, Ultra HD cuts 4.5 million. It shows best with a light base under it.

Each additional copy comes at 50% off. Half body, sharp and well lit is the combination that works. Every file passes a human check. Up to 50 per cent more, put simply. Names and dates are engraved free of charge.

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 Rectangle 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 Rectangle with a Photo Inside?

The upright format is the one that asks least of your photograph. A 3D crystal rectangle gives a portrait room to breathe from shoulder to crown, and its flat faces hold a busy or full-body image without pinching it at the edges. Every piece is laser-engraved by the ArtPix 3D team, so a crystal photo block holds the image within the material rather than on it, and nothing on the surface can rub away.

That is also why it is the shape people choose when they are not certain. A heart declares something. An iceberg makes a statement. A picture in glass block form simply shows the photograph well, from any angle, in any room, to any recipient, which is a great deal harder to get wrong than it sounds.

Is a Glass Photo Block the Right Gift for You?

Start with who is receiving it. Parents and grandparents are the largest group by some distance, because the upright format reads as a portrait, and that is the visual language their framed photographs already speak. A photo glass block also sits comfortably on a mantelpiece beside the frames already there rather than displacing them, which is not true of the more sculptural shapes. It suits anyone receiving a formal picture: a graduate, a newly commissioned officer, a colleague retiring after thirty years. And it suits first-time buyers who have no idea which shape to pick and would rather not gamble on someone else's taste.

Then the occasion. It carries anniversary gift ideas comfortably, since a portrait of two people is the archetypal anniversary image. It works for gifts for parents at any milestone, and it is the safest choice among personalized Christmas gifts when you are buying for someone whose taste you cannot read. For memorial photo gifts, the height lets a single face fill the crystal without competing with a silhouette. A laser engraved glass block will not yellow or fade the way a printed photograph does, which is why families choose 3d crystal blocks over framed prints for something meant to last decades.

One honest limit. If your photograph has several people standing side by side, the square is the better shape: it crops evenly from all four sides, so nobody at the end of the row loses a shoulder. This shape is superb for one or two subjects and merely adequate for six.

Picking the Perfect Photo for Your Crystal Rectangle

This is easier than most people fear. Almost any photo works. What matters is that it is reasonably well-lit, free of motion blur, and that the subject is clearly the subject. Our design team adjusts images as needed before production starts.

The quirk worth knowing is orientation. The block is taller than it is wide, so a portrait-shaped photo fills it and a landscape-shaped one does not: either it gets cropped to fit, or it sits as a band across the middle with clear crystal above and below. Neither is wrong, but decide which you want before you order. Full-length shots, which lose their legs in a heart and their sides in a square, are one of the few things glass photo blocks handle better than anything else in the range. A picture in a glass this tall keeps the whole person.

Checked by Hand Before It Ships

This shape punishes carelessness in a way curved ones do not. Its four straight edges work like a ruler: if the engraving sits half a degree off true, the eye reads it against those edges immediately and the whole piece looks crooked, even when the photograph itself is flawless. On a heart or an iceberg there is no straight reference line to betray it. So alignment here is measured against the edge rather than judged by eye, and that check comes before any of the others. 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.