Lapel Pins - Everything Old is New Again - because it works

Lapel pins are a convenient way to show many things - political affiliation, membership in civic groups, awards for valor, patriotism, even support for those with serious medical conditions. A small pin can carry a big message.

The lapel pin is nothing new. Pins have been used for military identification at least as far back as the Civil War. By the early 20th century, they were used in the military primarily to honor distinguished service on the battlefield.

Social butterflies also swarmed to the pin, with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporting in 1940 that "lapel pins in the shape of flowers are taking the world by storm."

Lapel pins to raise awareness of medical conditions have a long, distinguished history. A Spokane, Washington newspaper reported that the local chapter of the March of Dimes sold crutch-shaped pins in 1954 to raise awareness of polio and its victims. In Eugene, Ore., selected stores sold white cane pins in 1957 to raise money for rehabilitation of the blind.

The successors to those pins, the ribbon pins popular today, continue to showcase awareness of causes ranging from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to breast cancer to poverty. Depending on the color, the ribbon lapel pin can represent many causes with a single pin.

American flag pins have always been popular, a convenient way to show one’s patriotism. The flag lapel pin garners respect everywhere in the United States for the wearer.

Membership organizations such as fraternities, sororities and service groups such as Rotary Club also use pins to denote membership. The lapel pin instantly identifies members to each other and to the world.

Many businesses, both large and small, use lapel pins to show employees their hard work is appreciated. Pins can be given as years of service awards or to denote an outstanding contribution to the company. A presentation ceremony in the workplace can show other employees the company recognizes perseverance and pride in workmanship, and can be a significant motivational tool.

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