Lapel pins are small decorative badges worn on a lapel or collar, made of metal and customizable. There are different types, including cloisonné and embossed, and they can serve various purposes such as commemorating events or promoting causes.
A lapel pin is a small decorative badge worn, as the name suggests, on a lapel or sometimes on a collar. Lapel pins are made of metal and are also known as bar pins, although the lapel pin is more common.
Being a purely cosmetic embellishment, lapel pins are designed to keep the part that is attached to clothing from being visible. On the back of lapel pins, a metal pin or bar is bent to form a clasp, threaded, and then bent back. Because the pin is not visible when worn, it cannot distract from the design of the lapel pin, which is therefore more aesthetically pleasing. Lapel pins can be customized according to customer’s design. However, there are many different types of lapel pins available, so one must compare them to select the one that best suits the desired look.
A cloisonné lapel pin has a jewel-like shine. The design is turned into a matrix, which is used to make an impression on bronze and copper. A separate die cuts off excess metal. Each color is individually hand-filled with a mixture similar to crushed glass and then fired at a high temperature. This prevents the colors from mixing. The lapel pin is polished by hand and plated with gold or silver. This is the most valuable and collected type of lapel pin.
Less expensive is the embossed pin, which has colors made of smooth enamel and recessed into the surface of the pin, while the bare metal areas are slightly raised. For intricate designs with complex colors, the design can be screen printed onto the lapel pin or even printed directly into the brass. It is also possible to transfer photos to a lapel pin.
With the exception of the cloisonné lapel pin, whose coating protects its surface, all lapel pins are given an epoxy coating to protect the paint. If the design is colorless, a popular option is a die-cut pin. A die creates an impression of your design in smooth metal, which is then polished.
Because they can be custom made, lapel pins can serve countless different purposes. They are often used as commemorative gifts for employees or made with a company logo for use in the workplace or at office gatherings. They can also be designed to mark a special occasion or to promote a particular cause at a fundraiser. Additionally, many sports clubs and teams issue pins to mark milestones or special events. These lapel pins can be highly sought after by collectors.
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