Westie Pin – Pewter Lapel Pin, Made in USA

Affectionately known as the Westie, the West Highland White Terrier is a small but spirited breed with a distinctive white coat. Originating from Scotland, this breed was bred for hunting small rodents, showcasing its strong prey drive and alertness. Westies are characterized by their deep chest, sturdy build, and a head that gives them a fox-like appearance. They are known for their bright, piercing eyes and sharp, pointed ears, adding to their expressive and confident demeanor. Despite their small size, Westies are known for their bold and friendly personality. They are fiercely loyal to their families and can be quite affectionate. Due to their hunting background, they are energetic and enjoy regular playtime and walks. They can be stubborn at times, requiring consistent and positive training methods. Westies are adaptable and do well in various living situations, making them great companions for city or country living. Their dense coat requires regular grooming to maintain its appearance. This breed's combination of courage, cheerfulness, and loyalty makes the Westie a beloved pet for families and individuals alike.

Details

• Material: certified American pewter, lead-free
• 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. Before we melt down our pewter, it is lab tested to certify its composition as lead-free.

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.