Pin grading
A Grade Pins
A grade pins are near perfect pins. They may have some very minor imperfections that are only visible upon close inspection
Examples of imperfections:
- Minor dust or air bubbles in the enamel
- Stray glitter in the epoxy
- Minor flaws around the outer edges
- Light scratches or scuffing
*The back of the pin is not considered in the grading with the exception of the pin posts.
B Grade Pins
B grade pins have a few more imperfections than the A grade pins but are still great pins!
Examples of imperfections
- Air bubbles or dust in the enamel
- Scratches scuffs or minor chips in more than 2 areas
- Under filled or over filled enamel in small areas
- Slight discoloration of metal or enamel
- Slightly misprinted screen printing
*The back of the pin is not considered in the grading with the exception of the pin posts.
C Grade Pins
C grade pins have a few noticeable imperfections that can be seen once looking at the pin. These are great for display on bags and back packs!
Examples of imperfections:
- Missing enamel in some areas
- Low fill or over fill of enamel in large areas
- Wrong enamel fill colors
- Discolored or chipped metal plating
- Scratches, scuffs or dents that are visible
- Faulty or loose pin posts
*The back of the pin is not considered in the grading with the exception of the pin posts.
Oppsies
These are pins graded lower than a C grade and are available for steep discount
*The back of the pin is not considered in the grading with the exception of the pin posts.