Rudolph Lapel Pins
What is an Enamel Pin?
An enamel pin, also known as a lapel 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. Enamel pins can be decorative or indicate the wearer's affiliation with an organization or cause. These pins are made by filling in a metal mold with enamel paint, which is then fired to create a durable and glossy finish. They come in various designs, colors, and shapes, and are popular as collectibles, fashion statements, or promotional items.
What is soft enamel pin?
A soft enamel pin is a type of enamel pin known for its textured surface. The process of making these pins involves stamping a metal die to create recessed areas in the desired design. These recessed areas are then filled with enamel paint. Unlike hard enamel pins, the enamel in soft enamel pins is not filled up to the top level of the metal borders. This creates a dimensional appearance where you can feel the ridges and dips of the metal and the enamel.
Once the enamel is applied, the pin is heated to a low temperature to cure the enamel, but it remains recessed below the metal die lines. This method allows for more vivid colors and a more defined design. Soft enamel pins are generally less expensive than hard enamel pins and are popular for their traditional and textured aesthetic. They are widely used for promotional items, team badges, and artist designs.
What is hard enamel pin?
Custom hard enamel pin
A hard enamel pin, also known as a cloisonné pin, is a type of enamel pin known for its smooth, polished surface. The process for creating hard enamel pins begins similarly to that of soft enamel pins, with a metal die stamping out the pin’s design to create recessed areas that will hold the enamel.
However, in hard enamel pins, after the enamel is added to the recesses, it is filled up to the same level as the metal borders around each color. The pin is then heated at a high temperature, which hardens and sets the enamel. After cooling, the pin's surface is polished until it is smooth and flat, resulting in a durable, high-quality finish that is flush with the metal lines of the design.
Hard enamel pins are typically more durable and have a more refined appearance compared to soft enamel pins. They are often used for corporate branding, high-quality merchandise, and where a premium feel is required.
Enamel Pins
