As a multifunctional identifier, badges are widely used in various fields of society, and their production process and material selection directly affect their value.
 一, Application scenarios of badges
1. Identity identification and symbol of authority
Enterprise/School: Employee badges, student union badges, club identification.   
Large scale events: exclusive badges for staff and volunteers (such as the Olympics and World Expo).
2. Honors and Awards
-Academic/Sports: Outstanding Student Badge, Competition Award Badge (such as Olympiad Mathematics Medal).   
-Enterprise incentives: Sales Champion Badge, Five Year Service Medal.   
3. Brand promotion and commemoration
-Enterprise promotion: Logo badges as promotional gifts
-IP derivatives: anime, movie peripheral badges
-Commemorative Collection: Anniversary Badge, Historical Event Commemorative Medal
4. Social and Trendy
-Subcultural Circle: Music Festival Badge, Trendy Brand Joint Badge
-Fan Economy: Celebrity support badges, concert limited edition.

二, The production process and craftsmanship of badges

1. Design phase

-Content design: The patterns, text, and colors must conform to the theme  

-Process selection: Determine materials based on budget and usage

2. Material selection

-Metal class

-Iron: Low cost, suitable for large quantities (such as employee badges).   

-Zinc alloy: can be electroplated with gold/silver, with a premium texture

-Non metallic materials

-Embroidered badges: traditional craftsmanship

-PVC soft rubber badge: lightweight and drop resistant

3. Production process

-Stamping: The mainstream process for metal badges, which involves pressing patterns through molds.   

-Drip glue: The surface is covered with transparent resin to enhance the sense of three dimensionality and wear resistance.   

-Printing: UV printing is suitable for complex patterns.   

-Electroplating: Various coatings enhance visual effects.   

4. Accessories and Packaging

-Back needle: butterfly cap, plastic cap, magnetic suction.   

-Packaging box: velvet box, acrylic box, paper box, leather box, velvet bag, enhancing gift attributes.

 三, The core value of badges

1. Functional value

-Practicality: Work badges are used for attendance, and event badges are used for entry verification.   

-Motivational: The medal system inspires a sense of honor for individuals or teams.   

2. Cultural Value

-Symbolic significance: The school emblem embodies alumni identity, while the national emblem represents national authority.   

-Trendy expression: Badges as wearable art showcase personal style.   

3. Economic value

-Collection premium: Limited edition badges appreciate in the second-hand market.   

-Brand premium: luxury badge, additional brand value.   

4. Emotional value

-Commemorative significance: Customized wedding badges have become family heirlooms.   

-Social Ties: Exchanging badges is a way of interaction within a specific circle.