PIN GRADES

A GRADE
Flawless or nearly flawless when looking at the pin face-on without magnification. Very fine scratches from the polishing process when can be seen only at an angle, and a small bit of screenprint or enamel on the metal are not considered flaws. Any small flaws on A Grades can only be seen by tilting the pin under a light source, and cannot be seen once the pin is held at arm’s length.

B GRADE
1-2 flaws of this type: pinprick in enamel, small bubble in enamel, small fleck of paint in a wrong location, small screenprint error, small dent or scratch that is visible but doesn’t detract from pin’s overall aesthetic.

C GRADE
We rarely sell C Grades, but when we do, a specific photo of the C Grade pin will be included in the listing photos.