Engraved Name Plates - Only The Best From Quillins
Personalized Nameplates for Halters: A Signature of Elegance & Tradition
The Timeless Value of a Personalized NameplatesHand Engraved and Made in the Kentucky Tradition - Can Now Be Yours!
There’s an undeniable satisfaction in the details — the subtle gleam of hand-polished brass, the weight of a halter crafted just right, the deep engraving of a nameplate that tells the world exactly who that horse is.
A personalized halter nameplate isn’t just about identification; it’s about heritage, care, and a quiet kind of luxury. Whether your horses are grazing the rolling pastures of the Bluegrass or standing poised in the show ring, your Quillin nameplate sets them apart.
More Than Just a Label: A Legacy
A Classic Brass Nameplate carries a legacy. At a breeding farm, a nameplate connects the mares and yearlings to celebrated bloodline. In a training barn, it signals pride in ownership and the investment in the best care. And at home, it’s a quiet nod to tradition, the kind that has been honored in Kentucky for generations.
A Classic Brass Nameplate carries a legacy. At a breeding farm, a nameplate connects the mares and yearlings to celebrated bloodline. In a training barn, it signals pride in ownership and the investment in the best care. And at home, it’s a quiet nod to tradition, the kind that has been honored in Kentucky for generations.
A well-crafted nameplate from Quillin Leather & Tack speaks to that tradition. These aren’t mass-produced "trophy style plates"; they are hand-engraved, deeply cut, and polished the way fine brass should be—without lacquer, so they develop a warm, deeply polished patina that only true brass can. If you’ve ever handled an old silver bit or a finely aged saddle, you understand the beauty of something made to last.

Why Quillin? Because Quality Speaks for Itself. Almost 50 Years of Craftsmanship
For more than four decades, Quillin Leather & Tack, nestled in the heart of the Bluegrass in Paris, Kentucky, has been the choice for those who know quality. These nameplates aren’t just stamped and shipped; they are cut, engraved, polished, and inked by hand in their Main Street shop.
A Thoughtful Upgrade: The New 4.5-Inch Standard
Quillin’s standard halter nameplate—ideal for yearlings, mares, and racehorses—has been upgraded from 4 inches to 4.5 inches, ensuring a more refined, proportionate look on halters. Need a different size? Quillin's offers sizes from saddle plates to Stallion stall door plates.
For more than four decades, Quillin Leather & Tack, nestled in the heart of the Bluegrass in Paris, Kentucky, has been the choice for those who know quality. These nameplates aren’t just stamped and shipped; they are cut, engraved, polished, and inked by hand in their Main Street shop.
A Thoughtful Upgrade: The New 4.5-Inch Standard
Quillin’s standard halter nameplate—ideal for yearlings, mares, and racehorses—has been upgraded from 4 inches to 4.5 inches, ensuring a more refined, proportionate look on halters. Need a different size? Quillin's offers sizes from saddle plates to Stallion stall door plates.
Material: Solid brass, designed to endure.
Lettering: Bold, block-style engraving for clear readability.
Mounting Holes: Standard holes for #12 solid copper rivets, the only attachment Quillin has used for over 40 years.
Lettering: Bold, block-style engraving for clear readability.
Mounting Holes: Standard holes for #12 solid copper rivets, the only attachment Quillin has used for over 40 years.
Installation: Designed exclusively for Quillin halters, ensuring a seamless fit.
Customization: If you require custom-drilled plates, these must be ordered by phone or email to ensure the perfect fit.
Note: Jiffy Rivets and Chicago Screws will NOT fit Quillin nameplates. Precision matters, and these plates are made with the same attention to detail that defines every piece of Quillin leatherwork.
Follow the step-by-step instructions or send your halter in for custom installation.
How to Order Your Custom Nameplate
Ordering from Quillin is knowing that the same artisans crafting halters for Finest Thoroughbred farms are working on your order. You can browse available options and place your order directly on their website or call 1-859-987-0215 for personalized service from a team that understands what quality means.
Care & Maintenance for a Lasting Legacy
Much like fine tack, a brass nameplate ages gracefully. Over time, it develops a warm patina, a character all its own. To keep it gleaming, a simple polish with Brasso is all it takes to restore its shine. The engraved lettering is deep and enduring, but if years of wear soften the black enamel, a touch of black model paint and a Q-tip will bring it right back.
Ordering from Quillin is knowing that the same artisans crafting halters for Finest Thoroughbred farms are working on your order. You can browse available options and place your order directly on their website or call 1-859-987-0215 for personalized service from a team that understands what quality means.
Care & Maintenance for a Lasting Legacy
Much like fine tack, a brass nameplate ages gracefully. Over time, it develops a warm patina, a character all its own. To keep it gleaming, a simple polish with Brasso is all it takes to restore its shine. The engraved lettering is deep and enduring, but if years of wear soften the black enamel, a touch of black model paint and a Q-tip will bring it right back.

The Horse Owner's Mark of Excellence
The right details set you apart. Whether your horses bear names tied to bloodlines, traditions, or something personal, their halter nameplate is a statement. It’s an affirmation of quality, legacy, and the pride that comes with owning and caring for horses the right way.