Custom Trading Pins
Product Details
Custom trading pins are popular at youth sports tournaments, especially for baseball, softball, and other team events. Players can wear them on uniforms, backpacks, or hats, and trade them with other teams during the tournament. For young athletes, these pins are more than small accessories — they become a keepsake from the season, team, or event.
Good trading pin design ideas often start with your team name, mascot, jersey colors, player numbers, year, tournament name, and age division, such as 8U, 10U, 12U, or 14U. These details make the pins more personal to the team and easier for other players to recognize and remember.
To make your trading pins more popular, you can also add special options such as glitter, danglers, spinners, or blinkers. These small upgrades help the pins stand out, feel more collectible, and make trading more fun at the event.
At VeperPins, you only need to send us your team logo, age division, preferred size, quantity, and design ideas. We will review the artwork for production, provide a quote and digital proof, and start production once everything is confirmed.
| Size | 200 | 300 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 750 | 1,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5" | US$2.69 | US$2.15 | US$1.90 | US$1.55 | US$1.48 | US$1.39 | US$1.31 | US$1.21 | US$1.17 |
| 1.75" | US$2.97 | US$2.38 | US$2.08 | US$1.77 | US$1.68 | US$1.59 | US$1.54 | US$1.34 | US$1.29 |
| 2" | US$3.20 | US$2.58 | US$2.32 | US$2.04 | US$1.95 | US$1.85 | US$1.81 | US$1.59 | US$1.54 |
| 2.25" | US$4.33 | US$3.74 | US$3.37 | US$3.07 | US$2.98 | US$2.89 | US$2.81 | US$2.60 | US$2.53 |
| 2.5" | US$5.09 | US$4.53 | US$4.17 | US$3.87 | US$3.76 | US$3.67 | US$3.60 | US$3.39 | US$3.33 |
| 2.75" | US$5.70 | US$5.03 | US$4.65 | US$4.34 | US$4.25 | US$4.15 | US$4.04 | US$3.83 | US$3.75 |
| 3" | US$6.30 | US$5.57 | US$5.20 | US$4.88 | US$4.79 | US$4.67 | US$4.58 | US$4.36 | US$4.30 |
Prices are estimated unit prices in USD. Final pricing may vary depending on artwork details, pin size, quantity, plating, add-ons, backing, packaging, and shipping requirements.
How to Order
Start with a quick quote form, then review your pricing and artwork before production begins.
Submit Your Quote Form
Fill out the quote form with your basic order details, including size, quantity, deadline, and any artwork files you already have.
Review Quote and Proof
We send pricing and an artwork preview for you to check before the order moves forward. The final number reflects how size, quantity, upgrades, and rush timing affect trading pin pricing.
Confirm Production
After everything is approved, we schedule production and prepare your order for shipment.
Why Choose Custom Trading Pins?
For many kids, the memories they keep from a tournament are not always just about the final score. Team trading pins give them another part of the event to remember, from meeting other teams to comparing different designs and bringing home something special.
A small piece like this can represent a team, a game, a road trip, or a special tournament weekend. Many players still keep the ones they collected when they were younger because they carry real memories.
At large youth sports events, this tradition is often part of the experience. If most teams are trading and your team does not have anything to offer, kids may feel like they missed out on something fun and meaningful.
These small keepsakes give players an easy way to connect with other teams and make the event feel more complete. They are more than team merchandise. They become part of the team culture and the memories families take home.
For teams attending a major tournament for the first time, or for coaches and parents who want to give players something worth remembering, custom trading pins are usually worth preparing. A clear idea of how trading pins work at tournaments can make that first event easier to plan.
Explore Our Categories
Baseball
Baseball is where pin trading is most common. These designs work well for Little League teams, Cooperstown trips, USSSA tournaments, and World Series-style events. If you need custom baseball trading pins for your next tournament, this is a good place to start.
Softball & Fastpitch
Softball pins work well for sports teams, weekend tournaments, travel events, All-Star games, and softball trading activities. Bright colors, bold mascots, and season details are common in softball and fastpitch trading pin designs.
Soccer
Soccer designs work well for youth leagues, summer tournaments, state cups, and travel club events. They give each group something small to exchange, collect, and remember the event by.
Hockey & Ice Sports
Hockey designs are a good fit for winter tournaments, playoff weekends, and rink events. Team mascots, jersey colors, and bold metal finishes can make the artwork feel sharp and easy to recognize.
School & Spirit Groups
These small keepsakes are not just for sports. They can also be made for school clubs, recreation programs, spirit weeks, and special activities for students, members, and families.
Popular Trading Pin Styles
Explore our most popular sports pin styles and add interactive upgrades to make your design stand out and worth collecting.
Glitter Finish
Glitter adds sparkle to team colors, backgrounds, and mascots.
Dangler Add-Ons
Add a hanging charm for tournament names, years, or team slogans.
Spinner Design
Add movement to baseballs, bats, helmets, or team logos.
Soft Enamel Style
A classic option with raised metal lines and recessed colors.
What to Confirm Before Ordering Trading Pins
Artwork Style
If your design includes full-color artwork, gradients, or small details, offset printed trading pins can help keep the artwork clear and colorful. Small text and complex details also affect which trading pin size works best.
Order Quantity
Start with your team size, tournament length, and how many pins each player may trade, then add a few extras for coaches and families. Bulk custom trading pins usually help lower the cost per piece.
Design Versions
If you need different years, team names, player numbers, or event details, please let us know early so we can prepare the quote and proof correctly.
Why Work With Us
Direct Manufacturer
VeperPins makes high quality trading pins in our own factory, helping you get stable quality and better value.
Free Design Support
Send us your logo, idea, or team details. Our design team can help prepare a clean digital proof for your order.
Free Quote
Tell us your size, quantity, and design needs. We will review your project and provide a clear custom quote.
Fast Production & Delivery
From artwork approval to production and shipping, we keep the process simple so your pins can arrive on time.
Custom Trading Pins FAQ
Common questions teams ask before ordering custom trading pins for baseball, softball, tournaments, and team events.
What size is best for baseball trading pins?
Most baseball trading pins are around 1.5" to 2". A 1.5" pin works well for simple team logos and basic designs. If your design includes a mascot, player number, event year, glitter, danglers, or more details, 1.75" or 2" is usually a better choice because the artwork will be easier to see and more fun to trade.
How long does production take?
Production usually takes about 20 days after artwork approval. The exact time depends on the order quantity, design details, and add-ons such as glitter, danglers, sliders, glow effects, or special shapes. If your pins are for a tournament or event, order early; rush production generally takes 13–16 days when available.
Can you match my team colors?
Yes. You can send us your team logo, jersey photo, brand color, or Pantone color number. We will match the colors as closely as possible so your custom trading pins look consistent with your team identity.
What is the minimum order quantity for custom trading pins?
We support both small and bulk orders. The minimum order quantity may depend on the size, design, and production method. For teams and tournaments.