The Big Brother Eye Enamel Pin
$22.95
Shaped like a watchful eye in a quiet nod to dystopian fiction, this lightweight zinc alloy and enamel pin sits flat on a jacket lapel, collar point, lanyard or canvas tote.
Expected delivery Wed, Nov 4 to Mon, Nov 9
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Specifications
- Size
- 1.2 x 1 in (3 x 2.5 cm)
- Weight
- 7 g
- Material
- Zinc alloy, enamel
- Colors
- Red, gold, white, blue, cream
- Pack
- 1 pin
What it is
This is a single-piece enamel pin with a watchful eye design. The body is zinc alloy, and the surface is filled with enamel in red, gold, white, blue and cream. It reads as a quiet nod to dystopian fiction, the kind of detail a reader notices on a jacket lapel or a canvas tote.
The pin is small on purpose. At 1.2 x 1 in (3 x 2.5 cm) and 7 g, it sits close to the fabric and does not pull at a light shirt or a bag strap. The red and gold colorway is the option shown here.
Size and weight
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Width x height | 1.2 x 1 in (3 x 2.5 cm) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Pack | 1 pin |
A pin this size fits a lapel, a collar point, a denim jacket, a lanyard or the strap of a book bag. It also works on a fabric bookmark, a pencil case or the front of a reading journal, as long as the fabric is woven enough to hold the post.
Colors and finish
The enamel fills come in red, gold, white, blue and cream. The red and gold option is the one to pick here. Gold reads as the outline and the highlight, red carries the center of the eye, and the white, blue and cream areas add contrast at this small scale.
Zinc alloy gives the pin a solid feel without much weight. The enamel sits flush in the recessed areas, so the design stays readable at arm's length.
How to wear it
Fasten the pin through the outer layer of fabric, not through a lining. A jacket lapel, a sweater, a scarf, a tote bag or a backpack all work. Push the post through, then set the back in place and check that it sits flat.
If you pin it to a bag, place it where it will not rub against a strap or a zipper. On a lapel, a spot just above the buttonhole keeps it visible. On a tote, the upper corner of the front panel is a common spot.
This pin also suits a small gift for a reader. It pairs well with a bookmark, a reading light or a book sleeve, and it fits in a card envelope or a small gift box.
Care
Keep the pin dry. Take it off before washing a garment, and store it in a small box or a fabric pouch so the enamel does not knock against other metal items. If the surface looks dull, wipe it with a soft dry cloth. Avoid perfume, hairspray and cleaning sprays on the enamel, and do not soak it in water.
When you are not wearing it, a pin back kept in place will stop the post from bending. A small dish or a jewelry tray near your books works well for storage.
Questions
How big is the pin?
It measures 1.2 x 1 in (3 x 2.5 cm) and weighs 7 g. That is a small pin, close to the size of a postage stamp.
What is it made of?
The pin is zinc alloy with enamel. The enamel colors are red, gold, white, blue and cream, and the option here is red and gold.
How many pins come in a pack?
Each pack holds 1 pin. If you want to give one and keep one, order two packs.
Can I put it on a book bag or a jacket?
Yes. It fastens with a post and back, so it works on a lapel, a jacket, a tote bag, a backpack or a lanyard. Keep it on the outer fabric and take it off before washing.
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