Making Custom Cloisonné Lapel Pins
Cloisonné lapel pins, also known as hard enamel pins, feature a jewelry quality finish, highly polished to a lustrous shine.
Cloisonné pins, also known as hard enamel, are typically struck out from sheets of brass, creating deep impressions of your design details, while leaving raised metal outlines. These outlines hold each enamel color fill in place. The recessed areas are filled using a colored hard enamel powder, which completely covers the raised metal outlines. The pins are then fired at high temperature in a kiln, in order to melt the hard enamel powder. From there, the pins are buffed and polished so that the enamel is level with the raised metal. This ensures that the raised metals are mirror finished, and that the surface of the pin is smooth to the touch.
Because of the nature of the cloisonné process, your pin will boast deep, rich colors, along with an unmistakable gloss. Cloisonné lapel pins are known for high-end quality, and are the perfect choice for when you want to make a bold statement. Whether you are selling them as a product, using them in a marketing campaign, or wearing them at a tradeshow, Cloisonné lapel pins are the best choice for a polished and professional look.
| Cloisonné Pricing Breakdown | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 200 | 300 | 500 | 750 | 1,000 | 2,000 | 3,000 | 5,000 | 10,000 | |
| ¾" | $2.68 | $2.13 | $1.57 | $1.30 | $1.21 | $1.14 | $1.06 | $0.96 | $0.81 | $0.72 |
| 1" | $2.71 | $2.19 | $1.67 | $1.38 | $1.25 | $1.21 | $1.16 | $1.02 | $0.92 | $0.82 |
| 1 ¼" | $2.82 | $2.28 | $1.76 | $1.45 | $1.32 | $1.25 | $1.21 | $1.06 | $0.96 | $0.92 |
| 1 ½" | $3.07 | $2.54 | $2.02 | $1.54 | $1.45 | $1.40 | $1.33 | $1.15 | $1.00 | $0.96 |
| 1 ¾" | $3.32 | $2.75 | $2.35 | $1.85 | $1.75 | $1.67 | $1.60 | $1.39 | $1.25 | $1.21 |
| 2" | $3.59 | $3.09 | $2.60 | $2.10 | $2.00 | $1.92 | $1.86 | $1.65 | $1.50 | $1.46 |
Why do people love the Look of Cloisonne Pins?
People seek out cloisonné pins because of their high quality glossy finish, their deep colors, and their jewelry-like shine. Only Cloisonne pins have that smooth, sleek finish. Other types of lapel pins cannot achieve that same level of polish and smoothness. Cloisonne (a.k.a hard enamel) is the premium choice for designing custom enamel pins.
- Deep, rich, pantone colors.
- Beautiful gloss enamel finish.
- Detailed jewelry quality polish.
- High endurance, long lasting appearance.
At Pin Depot, we make the process of ordering custom cloisonné lapel pins easy! Our staff is here to help you select the perfect style of lapel pin, choose a plating type, and determine the right pin size, all while considering your unique situation, application, and design. We'll be there every step of the way to make the process simple and stress free!
Why cloisonné lapel pins should be used for your next project
Cloisonne pins are one of the best ways for you to leave a lasting impression with your clients, customers, employees or fans. Cloisonne gives your logo or art design a gorgeous high gloss finish, allowing small details and lettering to stand out. Cloisonne (or hard enamel) pins are the top choice for our customers because they offer a smoother and shinier appearance than both die struck and soft enamel. Although they are similar, cloisonne stands out from soft enamel because of its glossy finish and smooth, high polished metal areas.
Custom hard enamel pins work great as merchandise, as a giveaway item, or simply as an attention getter for your brand. They are hand polished to an intense reflective finish that communicates high quality and a sense of style. Their stylish look is what gives Cloisonne lapel pins their ‘High value corporate’ aesthetic. Cloisonne pins can also function as years of service awards for employees. Paired with presentation boxes or custom card stock, they make excellent commemorative gifts that your employees can wear with pride.
Why Choose Custom Hard Enamel Pins?
- Free Artwork and Design
- Unlimited Revisions
- Delivered in 10 Days or less
- Free Fedex Priority Shipping
Is a Cloisonné Pin Right for My Design?
Hard enamel pins are a great choice for colorful, detailed designs with a jewelry-quality finish. Since the surface is polished smooth, the luster on this style of pin is very high. If you're looking for a custom pin that reflects quality, value, and long-lasting appeal, this style is a great choice. For more complex or photorealistic designs, you may want to discuss the options we have with custom soft enamel pins and printed pins.
In a hurry? Consider our MADE IN THE USA RUSH pins, which can be in your hands in as few as 5 days.
Not quite sure what would work on your custom pin design?
At Pin Depot we have a very helpful and supportive sales team that can help you create your custom pin! Whether you already have a design, or you just have a general idea, give us a call, email, or chat and one of our custom lapel pin experts can guide you through the process. You can also visit our custom pin gallery and view some of the custom cloisonné pins we've created for customers in the past. If you like any pins you see in our gallery, you can use them as a new custom designed cloisonné pin just for you. You'll receive a full-color proof and quote via email within just 24-hours. You can revise the design as much or little as you like. Once you approve it, we will make your one-of-a-kind custom cloisonné pin!
A little History on Epola Pins /Cloisonne pins
Cloisonne (or hard enamel) pin making originated in the Byzantine Empire in the thirteenth century. The process involved creating a grid on a bronze or brass plate (the base metal). The grid was then filled with powdered hard enamel and fired to melt the colored powder into glass. The process was repeated until the grid was completely full. The piece was then ready for polishing. The process today is still done in a similar fashion and is generally the most high value type of lapel pin that can be produced. Today, the pin is dye-stamped with your own custom design. The raised metal lines separate the recessed areas where the powdered enamel will be placed and melted.
Plating Options
High Polished Gold
High Polished Silver
High Polished Copper
Antique Gold
Antique Silver
Antique Copper
Black Nickel
Black Metal
Dual Plating
Backing
Butterfly Clutch
Black Rubber Clutch
Yellow Rubber Clutch
Jewelry Clutch
Cufflinks
Deluxe Clutch
Magnetic Back
Bar Magnet
Keychain
Packaging
Poly Bag
Acrylic Case
Cufflink Case
Velvet Bag
Velvet Case
Simply Email Us, or complete our quick and convenient Free Quote form, and a sales representative will contact you regarding your request to begin the process of creating your custom lapel pins.
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