Custom Square Photo Pin – Crystal Effect

Square photo pin: when the image is the star

Photos are almost always taken in straight formats, and avatars and social media logos are square. That is why this pin makes the most of an image: it fits in whole, with no circular cropping. It is the shape people choose to wear a group photo, a person's face or a brand's profile on their lapel.

Digital printing reproduces photographs, gradients and skin tones on the cast zamak base. The crystal-effect resin covering it gives a glossy finish with a sense of depth, similar to a laminated photo but in metal.

How to choose the size

• 17.5 x 17.5 mm: for a square logo or a portrait of one person.
• 20 x 20 mm: portraits and photos of two or three people.
• 22.5 x 22.5 mm: group photos. The more people in the picture, the more space you need for faces to be recognisable.

Square or rectangular?

The square pin is for images that fill the space evenly. If your image or logo is clearly landscape, it would look small in the square with empty strips above and below: in that case the rectangular pin suits you better.

Who buys the square pin?

• Groups of friends and village festival groups: the group photo as a souvenir of festivals and anniversaries.
• Weddings, hen and stag parties and family celebrations: a photo of the guests of honour for everyone attending.
• Sports teams and clubs: the team or season photo.
• Tributes and keepsakes: the photo of a loved one at a tribute event.
• Brands and influencers: square logos and social media profiles.

Tips for a great-looking photo

• Upload the photo at the highest resolution you have (JPG or PNG). If it is low, the editor will warn you.
• Photos with large faces and a simple background work best: at 20 mm, a distant group photo loses detail.
• If your image is not square, you can move and scale it in the editor to frame what matters.

Technical specifications

• Shape: square.
• Sizes: 17.5 x 17.5 mm · 20 x 20 mm · 22.5 x 22.5 mm.
• Material: cast zamak.
• Metal finish: nickel or gold.
• Technique: full-colour digital printing suitable for photos + crystal-effect resin (doming).
• Clutch: butterfly.
• Minimum order: 10 units per design.
• Manufacturer: Regalos JC, own foundry in Spain since 1984.

Presentation

Each pin comes in its own individual zip-lock bag, included, so you can hand them out one by one to guests or group members. For a more special keepsake, present it in a gift box.

Manufacturing time

• Standard: 10–15 working days.
• "Urgent Personalisation" (at checkout): 5–10 working days.
• Plus the shipping method you choose. If it is for a wedding or a party with a fixed date, allow for both times when you order.

Frequently asked questions

Can you make a pin from a photo taken on a mobile phone?

Yes, as long as the photo is sharp. Upload it exactly as it comes off the phone, not a screenshot or a photo forwarded via WhatsApp (they lose quality).

Will the photo wear with use?

The clear resin covers the whole print and protects it from everyday rubbing.

Do you also make square pins with a logo instead of a photo?

Yes, the process is the same. If your logo is round, the round pin may suit you better.

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