the only limit in design is your imagination. Our Signature Pins team creates new dies for every project and uses them to press custom artwork into metals like iron, brass or copper. This means that no two customers will ever receive the same design. When you work with us, you’re sure to receive something that’s truly one of a kind.
Custom die struck pins have bare metal designs that gleam under any light source. High polish designs stand out beautifully on the lapels of black suits and jackets while die struck pins with antique finishes have a more subtle presence. Customers that want to mix and match colors in their design will be happy with our soft enamel or cloisonne options, but for a truly classic design, die struck pins are the best choice.
This die struck pin was designed for a specific Chick-fil-A in celebration of their second-place finished in the Profit Point Change. The pin may be small, but it has an incredible amount of detail.
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City of Gulf Breeze Pin
We wanted to thank City of Gulf Breeze for the opportunity to make such a beautiful pin for their Emergency Incident Response Awards. The antique plating really accentuates the details in the 3D relief and text.
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Marine Corps Fire Academy Pin
The famous eagle, globe and anchor emblem of the United States Marine Corps takes center stage in this die struck pin design, but the Florian cross shape is also a special touch.
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APS Antique Plated Pins
APS Antique Plated Pins
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Die Struck War Department Pin
Sheild shaped pins are designed for all kinds of different organizations around the world. This die struck pin design was ordered by the War Department of the United States Government.
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Metropolitan Name Pins
Metropolitan Name Pins
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Aveda institute pin
Aveda institute pin
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Fresh from Florida Dual Plated Pin
Fresh from Florida Dual Plated Pin
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Wolf Park
This Wolf Park pin was designed using antique silver plating. Antique metal helps the artwork on die struck pins stand out in beautiful detail. High polish die struck pins are an excellent choice as well, but the metal is much more reflective.
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MODOC-County-Health-Services-years-of-service-pin
MODOC-County-Health-Services-years-of-service-pin
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Robert Morris University
If you're looking for a 3D pin design, going the die struck route is one of your best options. With so many raised and recessed levels, adding color to a 3D design is very difficult. Letting the artwork take center stage with a die struck design is your best option.
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Milwaukee County Senior Nutrition Program
Antique copper is one of the less common plating options, but it's also one of our favorites. This die struck anniversary pin has a unique design with intricate stippling, edging within the confines of the design.
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Public Speaking Die Struck Pin
Public speaking is pretty scary, but most people can agree that public speaking is better than dying. The custom shape of this die struck pin was chosen to look just like a podium.
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Knights of Peter Claver
Spacial anniversary pins are popular in all kinds of different clubs. This die struck design was ordered by the Knights of Peter Claver who were celebrating 100 years.
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WIBC International Honor Band
Music pins are ordered by bands, schools and organizations all over the nation. These die struck pins were awarded to the WIBC International Honor Band. Something fun to consider is including a specific set of notes that band members will recognize.
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Sonar 4.0.3
Antique silver is one of our favorite plating options. The rich tone is perfectly suited for both 2D and 3D die struck designs of every shape and size.
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Obama Male Leadership Academy
These gold die struck pins were created for members of the Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy at B. F. Darrell. The coat of arms design is beautifully realized with intricate detail.
Quick response in regards to getting a quote and getting proofs emailed. I had no issues and the customer service was great. Received the pins and they look amazing!! I ordered ahead of time and estimated shipping date was on point. Will most definitely get pins from here again.
We've ordered from this company numerous times now, and they never disappoint. The quality is great and the artwork is excellent - their team will always make updates and tweaks until the proof is perfect. Thanks again for the positive experience!
Die Struck Lapel Pins With Sophisticated Styling and Elegant Design
Die struck pins are the perfect gift for employee recognition programs, to honor academic achievement, to show team pride and for all sorts of other occasions. Our art team has experience handcrafting unique artwork from scratch and recreating team logos, mottos and emblems with perfect accuracy. If you need a set of die struck lapel pins for your team, you’ve come to the right place.
How are Die Struck Pins Made?
Making a die struck pin starts with creating a unique design. We provide free artwork and revisions to all of our customers, so all you need to do is send us a few of your ideas to get started. Once artwork is finalized, your design in machined into a custom die, or mold. The die is then used to press the artwork onto sheets of iron, brass or copper. This process is known as die striking and is where this style of pin gets its name.
The dies created by our production team press incredibly detailed images into the metal sheets, resulting in beautifully precise impressions even on the smallest pins. It’s important to note that die striking is not the same thing as die casting. Custom die cast lapel pins are made by pouring liquid metal into a custom mold instead of striking the design into the metal with immense pressure. We prefer the die striking method because the pressure used to press a design into a pin results in a denser piece of metal. This makes for a more durable pin design that is sure to last a lifetime.
When the process of getting the general shape of the pins is completed, the real work of making the pins unique and individual starts in earnest.
Adding The Finishing Touches to Your Die Struck Pin Design
Once all of the pins are struck, your design is moved to the metal plating process to get a splash of color. We offer a wide assortment of different options for metal plating, each one adding to the character of the pins in different ways.
High polish gold and silver pins gleam under any light source and have an inherent sense of premium value. Because the metal surface is so reflective, high polish plating is best suited for designs with a focus on artwork over text. If you’re looking for a bright, high polished design with a lot of text, a great way to ensure your message is legible is to incorporate recessed sandblasting. This creates a textured surface that is more resistant to glare.
For a more subtle design, our antique metal plating options provide a classic aesthetic with darker hues of color. These types of pins are more glare resistant than our high polish pins and are perfect for designs that incorporate full 3D artwork. The natural contrast between raised and recessed portions of the design help sculpted artwork come alive with realistic detailing.
Gold and silver are two of our more popular plating options, but we also offer black nickel plating that has a shimmering charcoal color, bronze plating that has a classic hew of pale gold, and dual plating that mixes and matches different styles of metal plating together in the same design. Dual plating is one of the best ways to add a sense of contrast to a design and to help certain elements of the artwork stand out from the rest.
If you’re looking for a pin with a more whimsical design, our soft enamel pins offer plenty of room to include different shades of colors throughout the artwork. In a similar way, cloisonne pins are well suited for brighter artwork with a glossy, jewelry quality finish, but for customers who want a more formal design with classic style, die struck pins are the best option.
Die struck lapel pins are perfect for honoring dedicated team members and celebrating important achievements. Without the need of adding enamel to achieve a meaningful and memorable design, die struck pins are often less expensive than their soft and hard enamel counterparts, while also taking less time to manufacture. If you’re in the market for an ornate design with classic style, give us a call today, and we’ll set to work on a custom die struck lapel pin design for you.
Get Started on Your Own Die Struck Lapel Pins Today
To get started on a custom pin design, all we need are a few ideas. Just fill out one of our free quote forms, and our art team will be able to begin crafting a unique design for you. The first proof will be ready within 48 hours. All artwork and revisions are free, so be sure to let us know how we can improve any aspect of the artwork.
The possibilities are endless for custom die struck pins, and our team is here to help you through every step of the design process. Give us a call today, and see what makes Signature Pins the best custom pin maker in the industry.
A lapel pin, also known as an enamel pin, is a small pin worn on clothing, often on the lapel of a jacket, attached to a bag, or displayed on a piece of fabric. Lapel pins can be ornamental or can indicate the wearer's affiliation with an organization or cause.
All we need is your logo, text, thoughts or ideas. We have a staff of graphic artists and they will create your design from any information that you can provide to us.
Our minimum quantity to order is 100.
Once you have received your proof and pricing, approved the digital proof and paid for your order, we will begin production immediately! Standard production time is 7-10 business days but adding upgrades like glitter, spinners, etc. adds production time. Sometimes we get backed up during trading pin season as well and production times for enamel pins can extend to 3-4 weeks, so order early! When complete, we'll ship your order via UPS Red Label shipping free of charge to the continental United States. If you need your pins quicker than our current lead time, we also offer rush trading pin options delivered in as little as 2 days!
We do! We have a few different rush trading pin options that can be made made and delivered in as few as 2 days! For more information on these, check out this page! We also have the ability to rush some soft enamel pin orders but you'll need to confirm with your salesperson what the production queue looks like at the time of order.
All of the designs that you see on the web page are previous designs that we have created for other clients. We do not stock any lapel pins however we can create any custom design that you want.
