Meerkat Enamel Pin (Seconds)

THIS IS A SECONDS PIN This is a listing for flawed or imperfect enamel pins. The selection is dependent upon which designs have flawed units. Some flaws are more obvious than others, but all of these pins are still very wearable. Seconds Grades (B Grades) have been deemed less than "Standard Grade/A Grade" and may exhibit some of the following imperfections...  Discoloration on enamel Discoloration on metal Dull or unpolished enamel or metal Under-filled enamel Enamel staining on metal Large scratches on enamel Inaccurate artwork Small areas of missing enamel One post on the back of pins that normally have two posts Missing metal lines Overfilled enamel covering metal lines Lint and dust on soft enamel Scratches and small gouges on soft enamel Incorrectly filled color areas For more information, including the differences between a Standard and a Seconds grade pin, check out my Pin Grading Scale. THE DETAILS This Meerkat enamel pin features the adorable creature which is a part of the mongoose family and are primarily found in Southern Africa. They live in groups called mobs. Meerkats take turns being "sentinels" for their group, where they will watch out for predators and other dangers. These pins are around 1.25" in size, are hard enamel and gold plated with two posts on the back. THE FEATURES - Highly polished gold-plated metal. - 1.25″ hard enamel pin. - Has two posts on the back to secure the pin and prevent rotation during wear. - The Meerkat illustration is based on my original artwork. - Stamped with "Alum & Ink" on the back. - Patreon reward for November 2024. - Comes mounted on a backing card and packed in a bag for protection. - Photography props and backdrops not included.