Vintage Canada maple leaf and Union Jack enamel flag pin

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Description

Old vintage-looking lapel pin depicting an iconic composition: a large stylized red maple leaf surmounting a British Union Jack flag. The upper part of the pin is occupied by the maple leaf with angular edges, Canada's national symbol, in bright red enamel on a gold background with raised outlines. Below, the British flag (Union Jack) spans the entire width, combining flat areas of blue, red, and white enamel. The whole is edged with gold borders, visible on all contours, highlighting the finishing work.

The pin features a rectangular structure for the flag part, topped by a cut-out following the silhouette of the maple leaf. The colors are clear and distinct, with a glossy effect typical of enamel. No logo, inscription, or brand is visible on the front. The surface appears smooth, with some areas showing micro-traces of wear or oxidation on the gold parts, which enhances the vintage character of the object.

The overall visual strongly evokes the historical ties between Canada and the United Kingdom, often illustrated on commemorative or ceremonial objects. The outlines are sharp, the maple leaf is well-centered, and the British flag occupies the entire base. The raised gold ensures a clear separation between the different colored areas.

The fastener is not visible in the photo, but the classic structure suggests a fastening system on the back (information not verifiable from this image, not asserted here). The object is presented standing on a wooden surface with a gradient background evoking a sunset, which does not affect the technical description.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The enamel shows a good overall shine despite some slight signs of use or superficial traces on the gold parts, consistent with a vintage pin. No chips or missing enamel visible on the front.

Did you know? The Union Jack flag appeared on Canada's first official flags until the adoption of the maple leaf flag in 1965. Many ceremonial objects, particularly badges and pins, long represented this dual visual identity, a symbol of the historical link between Canada and the British Commonwealth.

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