Collie Head Pin D058

A breed renowned for its beauty and intelligence, the Collie is a true icon of the dog world. Originating from Scotland and Northern England, Collies were initially bred as herding dogs, known for their agility and instinctive herding ability. Collies come in two varieties: Rough, with a long, luxurious coat, and Smooth, with a shorter, dense coat. Both types have a distinctive, elegant appearance, with a tapered muzzle, expressive almond-shaped eyes, and a regal bearing. They typically have sable, tri-color, blue merle, or white coloration. These dogs are exceptionally smart, trainable, and known for their gentle, loyal nature. They form strong bonds with their families and are especially good with children, making them excellent family pets. Collies are also known for their alertness and can be reserved with strangers, making them effective watchdogs. Collies are active and require regular exercise to stay happy and healthy. They thrive in an environment where they can be part of family activities. Regular grooming, especially for the Rough variety, is necessary to maintain their coat. The Collie's combination of grace, intelligence, and affection makes it a beloved companion for those seeking an active and loving dog.

Details

• Material: certified American pewter, lead-free, with a traceable alloy test for every order
• Finishes: antique pewter ($18), copper-plated ($24), gold-plated ($30), hand-painted ($70)
• Made: hand-finished in Port Gamble, Washington, USA, from a line of pewter jewelry crafted in America since 1991

Questions

Is it lead-free? Yes. The pewter is certified American pewter, sourced from long-established U.S. suppliers, and each order includes its alloy test result.

Who is it a gift for? For dog lovers. It wears well on a jacket, hat, or bag.

How fast will it ship? We ship six days a week, and expedited shipping options are available at checkout.

Craft & construction

Built to stay put. Our pins have two posts and clutches which hold it flat and ensure a spin-free application wherever you display it. It solves a common pin complaint. The 1/4-inch steel tacks are long enough to pass through most fabrics, about 1/4 inch, yet short enough to sit flush. And each clutch seats into a small groove on the post with a firm, satisfying click — haptic feedback that tells you it's locked, and a detail cheaper pins skip.

Hand-painted, marine-grade finish. Each hand-painted piece is carefully painted by an artisan right in our studio in Port Gamble, WA. The proprietary multistep process includes priming each piece followed by meticulous painting by hand in acrylics with fine detail work to bring the item to life with incredible detail. The final step adds a coating of marine-grade epoxy — a hard, clear finish that protects the artwork so our product can be used on a boat, outside, or other conditions highly resistant to fading or wear.

Certified American pewter. The antiqued finish is completely safe to touch — and the craft behind it has been refined over three decades. Each batch of pewter that arrives at our shop in Port Gamble, WA from an American supplier comes with a lab test showing the material is lead free.

Ready to give. Every item arrives attached to a backing card and sealed in plastic — clean, protected, and presentable as a gift the moment it arrives.