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Cloisonne
Our Cloisonne pins continue the fine-art tradition of glass enameling started in China centuries ago. The pins are made from hand-pouring powdered glass into the recesses of a die-struck (stamped) brass base. The brass can be plated in gold, silver, or nickel. After being baked at a very high temperature, the glass enamel is sanded and polished to be flush with the metal lines that separate the colors. This gives the pins a smooth and lustrous quality.
Epola
Epola pins are made using the same technique as the Cloisonné, but the recessed spaces are filled with a hard epoxy enamel rather than glass. The Epola filling gives a beautiful, high quality look similar to that of the Cloisonné, but at a lower price and with PMS color options. Gold, silver or nickel plated.
Die Struck Soft Enamel
For a less expensive version of our Epola pin that has the same look and PMS color options, try the Die-Struck Soft Enamel .With this style ,a softer enamel is painted into the recesses of the brass die-struck base, leaving a relief effect that lets you feel the die-struck pattern. Gold, silver, or nickel plated. Add a clear epoxy dome for long-lasting durability and a shiny, finished look .
Die struck
The basic die-struck pin gives a classic dimensional look without adding color. It is made from either brass or steel that is stamped with the pin design and cut out .The metal base is then plated with gold, silver or nickel, and can be antiqued, sandblasted, or simply polished.
Screen Printed
The screen-printed pin is an excellent choice for color pins with small details .Your artwork is perfectly reproduced onto a shaped metal base without the need for metal lines separating the PMS colors. Add a clear epoxy dome for durability and a shiny, finished look.
Photo Etched Enamel
Your design is chemically etched into brass, creating recesses which are then filled with soft enamel. The etching process allows for high definition of lettering and design, with colors separated by metal lines. Gold, silver, or nickel plated. Clear epoxy finish available.
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