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4 × 2.5 in oval labels
A 4 by 2.5 inch oval is a large oval suited to wine, spirits, maple syrup and big jars. It carries a full brand label with a classic outline and works well with decorative borders, script lettering and illustrations.
- Oval
- 4 × 2.5 in oval
- 101.6 × 63.5 mm
- 7.85 sq in
From $136.91 for 100 labels + $45.00 one-time setup
What it costs
| Quantity | Roll labels | Per label | Sheet labels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | $141.98 | $1.420 | $136.91 |
| 250 | $150.87 | $0.603 | $145.48 |
| 500 | $165.44 | $0.331 | $159.53 |
| 1,000 | $193.96 | $0.194 | $187.04 |
| 2,500 | $273.48 | $0.109 | $263.71 |
| 5,000 | $386.23 | $0.077 | $372.44 |
CAD, excludes tax, matte white paper – setup $45.00 per design.
Common jobs for 4 × 2.5 in oval labels
750 ml wine and spirits fronts
Horizontal oval fronts that leave room for a neck label above.
16 oz to 32 oz jars
Large preserves, nut butter and pickle jars.
Maple syrup and honey bottles
Traditional ovals on glass and plastic syrup jugs.
Large candle tumblers
Fronts of 14 oz to 16 oz candles and diffusers.
Print-ready tips
A decorative double border looks great on a large oval; keep the inner line at least 1/8 inch from the cut so small drift in cutting does not show.
Leave margin: a flat face of 4.25 × 2.75 in (108 mm across) keeps the 4 × 2.5 in oval clear of edges.
4 × 2.5 in oval has 4% more space than 3.5 × 2.75 in oval – 4.5 × 2.5 in oval adds 13% more. Going one size bigger costs roughly $5.87 more per thousand.
Label stocks
| Material | Finish (vs. matte white) |
|---|---|
| White paper | Matte, Gloss +6% |
| Clear (transparent) | Standard (included) +14% |
| Freezer-grade white | Standard (included) +22% |
Roll sizes for 4 × 2.5 in oval labels
| Core | Max. roll diameter | Up to (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ core (standard) | 10″ | 4,900 labels |
| 1″ core | 5″ | 1,300 labels |
One wide, 3 mm apart (estimate)
Questions about this size
Is a 4x2.5 oval good for wine labels?
Yes, large horizontal ovals are a classic wine and spirits front label. Make sure the bottle's straight section is at least 2.75 inches tall, and add a small back label for the required legal text.
How are 4 × 2.5 in oval labels priced?
The live engine quotes $141.98 for the minimum run of 100, then $193.96 at 1,000 – about $0.194 per piece – before the $45.00 setup.
Can I get 4 × 2.5 in oval labels on a 1 inch core?
Yes – roughly 1,300 max on 1″ (handheld dispensers), versus 4,900 on the standard 3″ core.
What resolution is needed for 4 × 2.5 in oval labels?
300 dpi: 1,238 × 788 px. That covers the 4.125 × 2.625 in bleed area; vector PDF or SVG avoids resolution worries altogether.
Similar sizes
- 3.5 × 2.75 in oval labels
- 3.75 × 2.5 in oval labels
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