This Gold Star Pin is 1" die struck from jewelers metal and is gold plated. Each pin is hand polished to reveal a mirror like finish. The surface of the star is slightly curved to created a domed look and feel. The gold star lapel pin is perhaps one of the most recognizable lapel pin designs worldwide. Just about every military in the world wide uses a star lapel pin as an achievement used to adorn a uniform. The star has long been used to reward and motivate while at the same time being a symbol of success.