Cloisonné Lapel Pins Offer the Appearance of Fine Jewelry

Our highest quality product, cloisonné pins have a jewelry-like appearance with a high perceived value. They are an excellent choice for any design that has clearly separated colors. Whether launching a product, reinforcing your brand image or awarding employees, cloisonné lapel pins make an impressive statement. We'll also gladly provide plastic presentation cases to further enhance the value of your pins.

Cloisonné pins have a royal history and a legacy of beauty. Dating back to the 13th century, the cloisonné process was first used in ancient China to create vases and other art for the Emperor. During the famous Ming Dynasty, bronze casting was taken to a new level and the cloisonné process, which is still used to create cloisonné lapel pins today, was perfected.

Cloisonné pins start with the same basic steps as die struck pins or imitation hard enamel.  A metal sheet (in a color of your choice) is stamped in order to create a raised outline of the design. The recessed areas are then filled with powdery glass-like color resins. Each color is filled separately and fired in an oven at 1700 degrees. The process and the use of glass resins give each cloisonné pin a hard, glossy finish that simulates jewel tones.

Authentic hard-fired cloisonné have approximately 120 colors where imitation hard enamel can have over 1,000. The pin is not an authentic cloisonné pin if the company states that they can match industry standard colors from a color guide.  Because of the limited number of colors and high cost of production many pin customers selected imitation hard enamel pin.

Ordering Cloisonné Pins Is Easy and Fast

With the help of our qualified design and customer service staff, you'll find ordering is quick and easy. If you know exactly what you need, great! We're ready to listen. If you need help deciding, visit our artwork gallery to view many of the cloisonné pins created in the past. Pick and choose the styles and colors you like and we'll use them to design a custom cloisonné pin just for you.

You'll receive a full-color proof via email within just a few days. Make any changes you want. Once you give approval, your order is processed and shipped to you within just 21 days.