Editor's Notes

Die-struck is one of the most respected production processes in the lapel pin and charm category — the design is stamped under high pressure from a hardened steel die, creating a crisp, tactile relief surface without enamel fill. The metal itself carries the entire visual expression of the design, which means the quality of the die-cut detail is directly visible in the finished piece rather than covered by enamel color. The two-tone finish takes that die-struck base and applies a secondary metal treatment — typically an oxidized or contrasting plating — to the recessed surfaces of the design, creating a color contrast between the raised relief and the recessed field that enhances the legibility and visual interest of the piece without introducing painted color.

For wine charm applications, the two-tone die-struck format occupies the design quality tier between a simple engraved charm and a full enamel production piece: it has more visual character than a plain metal charm, and it has the artisanal, handcrafted quality of a die-struck production that enamel fills can sometimes obscure. The result is a charm that reads as jewelry-grade rather than promotional-grade — appropriate for wine club gifts, event favors at premium occasions, and any branded charm program where the quality of the piece reflects the quality of the wine it accompanies. Contact our wholesale team for confirmed size, available color combinations, minimum order, and production lead time.

Buyers comparing wine charm production options should review the Cast 2-D Wine Charm (XEYWD-GIAFS) for full lapel pin process range including soft and hard enamel options, and the Cloisonné Wine Glass Charm (QXWQF-EWHGK) for a vitreous enamel charm format.

For confirmed specs and to discuss this charm for your program, contact our team at 877-334-5323 or email wholesale@winebags.com.