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Speed & Value
ELITE
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Premium Bespoke
Custom Hard Enamel Pins: Jewelry-Grade Modern Cloisonne
Invest in permanent quality. Our hard enamel pins are overfilled, baked, and ground flush to create a smooth, glass-like surface. This scratch-resistant finish is the undisputed standard for premium corporate awards and elite merchandise. Made in our USA facility.
Signature Collection
CHOOSE YOUR MODEL
XPRESS PINS
XPRESSHigh-quality soft enamel lapel pins with fast production. Perfect for events, teams, schools, and promotional campaigns needing impactful pins quickly.
- Ships in 3–4 weeks from approved proof
- Soft enamel with recessed color fill
- Gold, silver, and black nickel finishes
- Butterfly clutch or rubber back options
- Up to 8 Pantone colors per design
- Quantity discounts starting at 100 pieces
ELITE PINS
ELITE PREMIUMHard enamel and die-struck premium pins built for collectors, luxury brands, and prestige recognition programs where every pin is a miniature work of art.
- Ships in 4–6 weeks from approved proof
- Hard enamel with polished flush surface
- Die-struck antique and two-tone options
- Cloisonne and photodome finishes available
- Custom deluxe clutch and locking post backs
- Individual poly bag, card, or box packaging
- Limited edition numbering and certificates
Two Tiers
CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL
XPRESS PINS
High-quality soft enamel lapel pins with fast production. Perfect for events, teams, schools, and promotional campaigns needing impactful pins quickly.
- Ships in 3–4 weeks from approved proof
- Soft enamel with recessed color fill
- Gold, silver, and black nickel finishes
- Butterfly clutch or rubber back options
- Up to 8 Pantone colors per design
- Quantity discounts starting at 100 pieces
ELITE PINS
PremiumHard enamel and die-struck premium pins built for collectors, luxury brands, and prestige recognition programs where every pin is a miniature work of art.
- Ships in 4–6 weeks from approved proof
- Hard enamel with polished flush surface
- Die-struck antique and two-tone options
- Cloisonne and photodome finishes available
- Custom deluxe clutch and locking post backs
- Individual poly bag, card, or box packaging
- Limited edition numbering and certificates
Gallery
PINS COLLECTION
The Hard Enamel Manufacturing Process: Heat, Polish, and Precision
Hard enamel pins begin the same way as soft enamel: your design is die struck into a metal base and the recessed areas are filled with Pantone-matched enamel paint. The difference lies in what happens next. Hard enamel pins are overfilled with enamel, baked at higher temperatures to achieve maximum hardness, and then ground and polished until the enamel surface is perfectly flush with the metal lines.
The result is a completely smooth, glass-like surface that feels like a piece of fine jewelry. This modern cloisonne process produces a pin with superior scratch resistance, vibrant color depth, and an unmistakable premium feel that separates it from every other pin style on the market.
Hard Enamel vs. Soft Enamel: Choosing the Right Finish for Your Pin
Choose hard enamel when your pin represents a significant award, a premium brand, or a collectible item where perceived value matters. The smooth finish communicates prestige and craftsmanship. Hard enamel is also the better choice for pins with fine text or small details, as the flat surface provides greater clarity.
Choose soft enamel when you want a vibrant, textured look at a lower price point. Soft enamel is the more cost-effective option and works beautifully for trading pins, promotional giveaways, and merchandise. Both styles use the same Pantone color matching and metal plating options.
Why Hard Enamel Pins Are the Top Choice for Corporate Awards and Service Programs
Years of service pins, executive recognition awards, and professional membership emblems demand a product that reflects the significance of the achievement. Hard enamel delivers that level of distinction. Its scratch-resistant surface ensures the pin looks as pristine after a decade of daily wear as it did the day it was presented.
The smooth, weighty feel of a hard enamel pin immediately signals quality when an employee or honoree receives it. For organizations that take recognition seriously, modern cloisonne is the standard that sets the tone for your entire awards program.
Premium Plating and Customization Options for Hard Enamel Pins
Pair your hard enamel design with a plating finish that matches your brand's personality. Options include polished gold, polished silver, rose gold, black nickel, antique gold, antique silver, and antique copper. We also offer custom shapes (die-cut to your design's outline), multiple size options, and your choice of backing (butterfly clutch, rubber, deluxe locking, or magnetic).
Simple Process
Design Your Custom Pins in 3 Steps
Share Your Artwork
Send us your logo, mascot, or design concept. Our pin specialists will review your artwork and recommend the best pin type and finish for your goal.
Review Your Free Digital Proof
We produce a full-color digital mockup showing exact colors, metal finish, and back attachment. Every detail is locked in before production starts.
Approve and Receive
Your custom pins are manufactured in-house in South Carolina and shipped nationwide in your choice of packaging. Rush production available for events.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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