Photo
A portrait they will carry forever
A clear photograph is transformed into a tonal brass engraving with the character of an old etching.
The Engravers Shop
Made Personal. Made Meaningful.
Turn a Memory IntoSomething They'll KeepForever.
Turn a favorite photo, message, handwriting, or date into something made to be remembered.
Create Your Personalized Gift
1,800+ orders shipped worldwide
✓ Personalized with your story✓ Photo & handwriting engraving✓ Made for meaningful occasions✓ Premium gift options
1,800+ orders shipped worldwide✦
Optional leather case & gift box✦
Clear returns policy✦
Precision fiber-laser engraving✦
Free standard shipping✦
Personal photo & message engraving✦
A gift they keep forever✦
Working sundial & compass✦
1,800+ orders shipped worldwide✦
Optional leather case & gift box✦
Clear returns policy✦
Precision fiber-laser engraving✦
Free standard shipping✦
Personal photo & message engraving✦
A gift they keep forever✦
Working sundial & compass✦
Your Memory. Engraved Forever.
Turn a photograph into a keepsake they can hold.
Upload a favorite photo, add a message or date, and we prepare it for precision engraving on a working solid brass sundial compass.
See How Personalization Works
Make It Truly Theirs
Choose what you want to remember.
Photo, words or handwriting — choose the detail that makes the gift unmistakably personal.
Message
A name, date or promise
Add the words that matter — from a simple name and date to a short personal message.
Handwriting
Your own handwriting
Send a photo or scan of a real signature, note or handwriting and we preserve the actual strokes.
Perfect For
A Gift for Every Occasion
How It Works
Four Steps to a Meaningful Gift
1
Choose your compass
Plain or Personalized.
2
Personalize
Photo, text or handwriting, with an optional case.
3
Pay securely
Encrypted checkout in just a few moments.
4
Check your engraving
We email you a link to review it before we start.
Why This Gift Is Different
Not Just a Gift. A Keepsake.
An Ordinary Gift
- Mass produced
- Forgotten quickly
- No personal connection
- Generic and replaceable
The Difference
A Personalized Compass
- Made for one person
- Functional and meaningful
- A photo that tells a story
- Designed to become a keepsake
- Timeless antique brass
- Created, not just purchased
Want to know more? Read about our brass compass and engraving process.
Customer Reviews
Shared Moments
5.0 · 23 reviews
Amrit
Customer review
Given to my best friend for his retirement gift. It was so beautiful. I was very impressed with it. He absolutely loved it too. The sundial is a great part of it. Arrived just in time to give to him. Perfect gift.
Occasion: retirementFor: friend
Leafy
Customer review
Beautiful compass. Thank you for your attentive service.
Occasion: custom
Pam
Customer review
I’m very pleased with the sundial!
Occasion: custom
kimfusonart
Customer review
I bought the compass for a special birthday gift. It was perfect, and my loved one absolutely loved it. Perfect in every way!
Occasion: birthday
Benjamin
Customer review
Items looked good and was as described. However, be aware that (although the item came on time) came from India. Also, there was engraved text on the inside of the lid that explained how the sundial works that seemed to have been written by a non-native English speaker, with multiple spelling errors and awkward phrasing. Good gift overall, but might not buy again due to misspellings on inside of lid.
Occasion: custom
Customer
Customer review
I am so pleased with the quality and workmanship that went into this compass for this was a very special gift for me to my son and he will cherish it forever Thank you
Occasion: custom
Customer
Customer review
This is absolutely stunning. I purchased the compass as a gift and I’m blown away by the quality of it. The case it came is is also absolutely gorgeous. I chose a handwritten note and I’m just over the moon. I can’t recommend this store enough . Thank you soooo much?!
Occasion: custom
alisotheran
Customer review
Beautiful compass and sundial. Arrived super quick!
Occasion: custom
Jill
Customer review
Awesome seller! I ordered an engraved compass/sun dial as a gift. When it arrived I loved it, however, there was a mistake on the engraving. The seller corrected the mistake and sent me a new one within a few days. Thank you so much! I am so happy with it and can’t wait to gift it. It’s really beautiful.
Occasion: custom
Laurie
Customer review
I am so pleased with this purchase and this wonderful seller. The personalized compass will no doubt be the gift of all gifts of Christmas 2021! So grateful!
Occasion: christmas
Judith
Customer review
Oh great compass. Read all the reviews before purchasing and they were all great and true. Would recommend for an original gift.
Occasion: custom
mslisalou88
Customer review
Anniversary gift for my boyfriend. I needed a little extra customization and the seller was amazing and made the compass so beautiful and perfect. Would def recommend . I will post a photo after my boyfriend opens it next month 😊
Occasion: anniversaryFor: boyfriend
Tara
Customer review
Absolutely loved the compass. Very happy.
Occasion: custom
Anja
Customer review
A really beautiful compass with great quality! The perfect present for somebody you love;)
Occasion: custom
Endii
Customer review
The compass was beautiful! Quality was great. Fastest shipping ever
Occasion: custom
Savannah
Customer review
This is absolutely beautiful! It came much faster than expected but the quality of the compass and case is incredible! I’m so excited to give it to my boyfriend for our anniversary! Thank you so so much
Occasion: anniversaryFor: boyfriend
Cal
Customer review
Great seller, I’m very pleased with the sundial!
Occasion: custom
Tracy
Very nice quality and craftsmanship
Great gift. Arrived on time. Very nice quality and craftsmanship.
Occasion: custom
Katherine
Great graduation gift
Great gift for my son for high school graduation! Beautiful!
Occasion: graduationFor: son
Ann
Wonderful gift for my grandson
Very nice compass. It will make a wonderful gift for my grandson's birthday.
Occasion: birthdayFor: grandson
Catherine
Exactly as described
Exactly as described, lovely item, very efficient service.
Occasion: custom
Raine
45th anniversary present
Such a beautiful product, it's an anniversary present for 45 years, very happy with it.
Occasion: anniversaryFor: spouse
April
He loves it
Came out great and he loves it.
Occasion: custom
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Engraved Compasses
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Personalize a timeless compass with the photo, words, and memories that matter.