Vintage S.A.S.S. volleyball enamel pin player net retro sports accessory

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Visual description

This vintage pin features a stylized volleyball player in action, performing a smash in front of a simplified net. The object stands out with its bright, contrasting colors: the player's silhouette is rendered in black, white, and reddish-orange, with clear details on the limbs and head. The volleyball net is suggested by a raised white grid, occupying the immediate background of the figure. The whole rests on a black rectangular base where the inscription "S.A.S.S." appears in white capital letters, perfectly legible and highlighted by a gold frame.

The surface of the pin has a smooth, shiny appearance, typical of quality enameling. The contours of the player and the net are circled with a golden trim, accentuating the finesse of the design and the separation of the different colored areas. The volleyball, held above the player's head, is easily identifiable by its curved white lines, adding to the dynamism of the scene.

The overall shape of the pin is cut out according to the silhouette of the player and the net, with a relief effect that gives volume to the whole. No major defects are visible on the photographed side: the enamel appears well preserved, without notable chips or scratches. The fastening on the back is partially visible on the side, a classic butterfly clutch type (without being able to describe it precisely as it is not fully exposed).

The object has an aesthetic typical of the 80s-90s, recognizable by the stylization of the sport and the graphics of the letters. This type of pin was often distributed during sporting events or as a badge of belonging to a club, here probably linked to the volleyball section of an association or club bearing the acronym S.A.S.S.

The presence of the net, the ball, and the dynamic posture of the player make this pin an emblematic accessory for sports enthusiasts and collectors of old sports objects. Its shiny finish and bold colors also make it an easily noticeable decorative item on a jacket, bag, or in a dedicated display case.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible front in very good general condition, shiny enamel, clear inscription. No chips or apparent defects on the photographed part.

Did you know? The sports pin reached its peak in France in the 1980s and 1990s, a period during which it was frequently used as a communication tool during tournaments, interclub meetings, and federal events. Sports clubs often personalized their pins according to their discipline and logo, making them today living witnesses to local and associative history.

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