Us Government Souvenir Appraisal

United States Presidential Seal Gold Plated Lapel Pin

This item is a small, circular lapel pin featuring the Presidential Seal of the United States. The pin appears to be crafted from metal with a gold-plated finish, exhibiting a bright, lustrous golden color. The seal itself is intricately detailed, depicting the American bald eagle with outstretched wings clutching an olive branch in its right talon and a bundle of thirteen arrows in its left talon, representing peace and war, respectively. Above the eagle's head, there is a halo of thirteen stars, likely symbolizing the original thirteen colonies. The pin has a raised relief, indicating a good level of craftsmanship in its casting or stamping. It is housed within a clear, hinged plastic case with a white plastic insert lined with a deep blue velvety material, which serves as a protective and display backing for the pin. The pin appears to be in excellent condition, showing no visible signs of wear, scratches, tarnishing, or damage, suggesting it is either new, very well-preserved, or rarely used. The clarity of the details on the eagle and the surrounding elements is sharp, indicating a quality manufacturing process. Given the precise rendering of the seal and its presentation in a display case, it is likely intended as a collectible, souvenir, or a formal accessory. The overall presentation points to a contemporary style, likely from the late 20th century or early 21st century. The 'gold plated' context suggests it is not solid gold, but rather a base metal with a layer of gold applied to its surface. Its small size, typical for a lapel pin, implies it would be approximately 0.5 to 1 inch in diameter.