How Are Die-Struck (Gold on Gold) Pins Made?

A Die-struck (Gold on gold) lapel pin is typically a die cut of your design: • Your image is stamped into a the sheet of copper. Copper provides the sharpest image and can be highly polished. • The pins are cut out to the outline of your design • Plating is done next: for this type of pin the most common is gold on gold (24kt), but other metal platings such as silver, antique bronze, and black oxidized are available. • The raised metal surfaces are then highly polished to a luster finish, while recessed areas are usually sandblasted to provide a sharp contrast. • Items are inspected twice before delivery: once at the factory, and again by our sales staff before shipping.  more