Pin Grading Guide

Please note that each enamel pin is handmade, which may lead to some inconsistencies and variation from one another.


STANDARD PINS


Highest quality of pins. (A Grade Pins)

  • No major imperfections
  • Superficial scratches and marks
  • Very slightly under-filled enamel
  • Slightly discolored metal

 

B-GRADE PINS


B-Grade pins have one or more of the following imperfections:

  • Visible scratches on the metal or the enamel
  • Major under-filled enamel in large areas
  • Imperfections on the back side of the pin
  • Slightly loose pin posts/backings
  • Discolored metal