2000 Pin Appraisal

2000 California Ducks Unlimited Collector Pin

This is a small, rectangular commemorative lapel pin produced for the organization Ducks Unlimited, specifically for the California chapter, dated to the year 2000. Physically, the pin features a gold-toned metal base with an enameled or printed front face protected by a clear coating. The central graphic depicts a Canada goose standing in the foreground, with a large yellow setting sun behind it. The sky is rendered with blue diagonal hatching lines to simulate rain or a textured atmosphere, and a flock of birds is visible in the upper flight path. The lower portion of the pin features the Ducks Unlimited duck head logo in blue, followed by the text '2000 California DUCKS UNLIMITED' in blue serif and sans-serif typography. The construction is typical of mass-produced promotional pins from the late 20th and early 21st centuries, featuring a smooth gold-tone border. Regarding condition, the pin appears to be in good vintage state with no visible chips to the enamel surface or significant oxidization on the metal edges, though minor surface micro-scratching may be present upon close magnification. While no maker's mark is visible on the front, these are often blank or feature simple embossed text on the reverse. This piece serves as a collectible item for conservationists and hunting enthusiasts, marking a specific year of membership or participation in regional wetland conservation efforts.