Cloisonn? lapel pins are the most traditional, if not the most
collectible of the lapel pin types. Most of the older lapel pins
are either die-cast metal or cloisonn?. Cloisonn? is from the
French word for cell, which refers to the method that cloisonn?
is created. A metal structure, or cell, is formed with the
outline of the design and filled with enamel and then baked to
permanently set the design. The cloisonn? technique dates all
the way back to 13th century B.C. in ancient Japan, however the
Chinese really made the art form their own, creating beautiful
vases and other artifacts. A cloisonn? lapel pin is a modern
interpretation of this ancient and beautiful art.
Most true cloisonn? lapel pins today are made on a copper base,
with enamel colors individually mixed. Each pin is then fired
one at a time in an enamel oven at temperatures over 1600
degrees Fahrenheit. This ensures that the colors are ?baked on?
and will not run. After the lapel pins cool, they are polished
to remove any unwanted color bleeding and to make the pin shine.
Cloisonn? lapel pins are very durable and their colors remain
vibrant for the life of the pin.
While the cloisonn? process is very detailed, the cost of a high
quality cloisonn? lapel pin should not cost much more then a
similar die-cast or photo etched lapel pin. Depending on the
company, design, size and quantity purchased, a custom cloisonn?
lapel pin should cost around $2.00 per pin to manufacture. A
cloisonn? pin has a more ?retro? look, and therefore may be more
appealing to collectors than other types of lapel pins. Plus,
with a cloisonn? lapel pin you are carrying on an ancient
artistic tradition. Due to their more detailed manufacturing
process, cloisonn? also lends itself to a more dressy or jeweled
style of lapel pin. Consider a cloisonn? lapel pin if your
design includes a stone setting, for example.
No matter what your use, cloisonn? is an elegant, durable and
affordable option for a custom lapel pin.
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