Custom Lapel Pins
Custom design and make antique brass lapel pin no enamel
A custom die struck lapel pin made from antique brass with no enamel fill, designed to your artwork. The finish shows the natural texture and depth of the metal with a weathered, aged appearance. The pin is produced in our own factory using your digital artwork, with a proof supplied for approval before any metal is struck. This method ensures the final pin matches your design exactly, with no colour fill to wear or chip over time.
MadeTo your artwork, proof approved first
Artwork filesAI PDF JPEG or CDR
Reply timeWithin 8 hours
Express transitAbout 2-4 days worldwide
Detail
What You Get and Who Orders It
Key Benefits
- Antique brass finish shows natural metal texture without enamel that can chip or fade
- Die struck method preserves fine lines and small text in the design
- No enamel means no risk of colour bleed or fill gaps over time
- One artwork proof covers all pins so consistency is maintained across quantities
- Made to order in our factory so revisions are handled directly with the production team
Where It Is Used
- Corporate recognition pins for long service or milestone achievements
- Military or law enforcement unit identification pins with no colour fill
- Historical or heritage-themed club badges with a vintage look
- Fan club merchandise for bands or sports teams wanting a weathered aesthetic
- Award pins for non-profits or community groups where a durable, timeless finish is needed
Who It Is For
- HR and employee recognition teams needing durable, long-lasting pins
- Military and law enforcement units requiring non-reflective, no-enamel identification
- Historical societies or museums producing commemorative lapel pins
- Fan merchandise sellers wanting a vintage-style collectible pin
- Promotional product distributors offering a premium non-enamel option
Problems It Solves
- Enamel-filled pins can chip or wear over time, especially on high-use pins
- Stock pins with printed or sticker-on finishes do not last through repeated wear
- Colour shifts between orders when enamel batches vary, but metal finish is consistent
- Overly shiny finishes reflect light and distract in formal or low-light settings
- Designs with fine detail are lost in enamel fill, but remain sharp in die struck metal
Technical Features
- Die struck from your artwork to maintain sharp lines and small text
- Antique brass finish applied after striking to give a weathered, aged look
- No enamel fill so the metal surface remains exposed and tactile
- Standard pin back with safety clasp for secure attachment to clothing
- Option to add a protective clear coat over the surface to slow tarnishing
Materials
- Antique brass metal blank
- Electroplated antique brass finish
- Standard pin back with safety clasp
- Optional clear protective coat to slow tarnishing
Quality Control
- First pin sample checked against the approved digital proof before the run
- Plating colour compared against the retained reference piece from your previous order
- Surface finish inspected under daylight lamps for even tone and texture
- Pin back tested for secure fit and safety clasp function
- Each pin bagged individually to prevent surface scratches during transit
Customisation Options
- Any shape outline including logos, silhouettes, or custom designs
- Text and details struck into the metal so they do not wear off
- Reverse side left blank or struck with a secondary logo or text
- Option to apply a clear coat for added surface protection
- Multiple pin designs can be produced from one die if needed
Use Guide
- Send vector artwork (AI PDF CDR) for best sharpness in fine lines and small text
- Keep text above two millimetres tall to ensure it strikes clearly
- Confirm the antique brass finish preference early as it affects the overall look
- Order a few extra pins to account for potential loss or damage during wear
Specifications
| Product Type | Custom die struck lapel pin no enamel |
|---|---|
| Material | Antique brass |
| Finish | Antique brass with no enamel fill |
| Forming Method | Die struck from your artwork |
| Attachment | Standard pin back with safety clasp |
| Artwork Files | AI PDF JPEG or CDR |
| Proof | Digital proof supplied before production |
| Diameter and Thickness | TBC with sales team |
| Minimum Order Quantity | TBC with sales team |
Compared With the Alternatives
| Hard enamel lapel pin | Hard enamel is polished flat and more durable but adds cost and time; antique brass without enamel is simpler and more consistent in finish |
|---|---|
| Soft enamel lapel pin | Soft enamel fills the recesses and can chip over time; no enamel means no risk of fill damage |
| Printed plastic or acrylic pin | Plastic pins lack the weight and tactile feel of metal; antique brass feels substantial and long-lasting |
Manufacturing
How This Piece Is Made
Artwork review and digital proof generation
Die cutting from the approved proof
Die striking the antique brass blank
Trimming and polishing edges
Applying antique brass electroplating finish
Optional clear coat application for surface protection
Pin back attachment and quality check
Individual bagging and packing
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