Die struck lapel pins stand alone as the only lapel pin that are devoid of colors. These pins have raised metal plating with recessed matted metal plating. These pins are struck from a die, with raised metal plating. The recessed areas are then sandblasted to allow the pin to have depth and separation. The pins are then polished, and plated in a high polished gold, silver, or black metal. Antiquing is also available for an aged coin look.