Another one for Al & the Pinback Guys...

[hcv123]

Why does the clasp/pin look to be in exceptional condition relative to the balance of the back of the pin which looks rusted, etc. I do not consider myself knowledgeable enough to weigh in beyond that.

[batsballsbases]

Originally Posted by hcv123

Why does the clasp/pin look to be in exceptional condition relative to the balance of the back of the pin which looks rusted, etc. I do not consider myself knowledgeable enough to weigh in beyond that.

Howard,
The pin/clasp itself to me really isnt the issue as many of them were made of stainless steel or brass/ brass coated. To me the issue is the look, the exact size ( Mark said 3 inches) not many pins of that era were made 3 inches exactly,and the fact that it is Jim Brown a big star( you would think they would want to capitalize on making money) BUT why is there only one pin? It just doesnt fit which is why most of us are leaning to a made up one of a kind pin or a fantasy pin . I have seen this before on other pins .... Someone else may be able to help a bit more on the image on the pin as I have seen that image on something else before... Card, program, Jello box?