Vintage Harley-Davidson Star and Bar Shield Lapel Pin with Original Card Backing

This is a collectible Harley-Davidson metal lapel pin, still attached to its original retail card stock backing. The pin features a circular badge design with an overlaid five-pointed star and the iconic Harley-Davidson 'Bar and Shield' logo prominently at the center. The lower portion of the pin includes a rectangular banner featuring the brand name in embossed block lettering. It is crafted from a silver-toned metal, likely pewter or a nickel-plated alloy, showing a brushed or slightly antiqued finish. The construction exhibits depth through layered components and cast textures. The pin is approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. The card backing is black with white lettering, displaying the official Harley-Davidson Motor Cycles eagle/shield trademark and a standard retail peg hole. Condition-wise, the pin shows minor surface oxidation and light scratching consistent with age. The original retail card is in poor to fair condition, showing significant creases, a diagonal tear across the middle left, edge wear, and blunted corners. There is visible paper loss and delamination at the hanger portion. The item appears to be an officially licensed product from the late 1990s or early 2000s, given the typography and packaging style. The quality of the casting is sharp with clear, legible text, indicating genuine manufacturer production.