Sometimes the smallest accessories make the biggest statement.
For Maryland lovers, a colorful Maryland lapel pin is an easy way to show pride in the Old Line State wherever you go. From the iconic Maryland state flag to the Chesapeake Bay blue crab, these small pins feature symbols that Marylanders instantly recognize.
At Maryland Gifts, we've added new Maryland-inspired pins that are perfect for jackets, hats, backpacks, bags, lanyards, and more.
Whether you're looking for an affordable Maryland souvenir, a small gift for someone who moved away, or simply another way to show your Maryland pride, these pins are an easy choice.
What Is a Lapel Pin?
A lapel pin is a small decorative pin designed to attach to clothing or accessories.
Traditionally, lapel pins were worn on jackets and blazers. Today, they're much more versatile.
You can wear a Maryland pin on a:
- Jacket or blazer
- Baseball cap
- Backpack
- Tote bag
- Lanyard
- Scarf
- Travel bag
They're small enough for everyday wear while still adding personality to an outfit.
And when the design features a Maryland crab or state flag, it becomes an easy conversation starter.
1. Maryland Flag Crab Lapel Pin
Few symbols represent Maryland better than the blue crab and Maryland state flag.
Our new Maryland Flag Crab Lapel Pin combines both in one colorful design.
The pin is shaped like Maryland's famous crab and filled with the distinctive red, black, gold, and white pattern of the Maryland flag.
Gold-tone edging adds a polished finish.
The back features a butterfly clutch, allowing the pin to attach securely to clothing, hats, bags, or other accessories.
Why We Like It
This pin is unmistakably Maryland.
Even without words, the crab shape and Maryland flag colors immediately represent the Chesapeake Bay and the Old Line State.
It's a great choice for:
Crab lovers ā¢ Maryland residents ā¢ Tourists ā¢ Former Marylanders ā¢ Chesapeake Bay fans
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2. USA & Maryland Flag Lapel Pin
Want to show both Maryland pride and American pride?
The USA & Maryland Flag Lapel Pin features the American flag alongside the Maryland state flag in a crossed, waving-flag design.
The Stars and Stripes sit beside Maryland's famous Calvert and Crossland colors, creating a colorful patriotic accessory.
The polished gold-tone outline gives the pin a classic appearance.
Unlike the smaller crab pin, this design uses two pin posts with two butterfly clutch backs, helping keep the wider pin securely positioned.
It's especially appropriate for patriotic holidays and events, including:
Memorial Day ā¢ Independence Day ā¢ Veterans Day ā¢ Maryland Day
But there's no need to wait for a holiday ā it's an easy way to show Maryland and USA pride year-round.
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Maryland Crab Pins: A Little Chesapeake Bay You Can Wear
Why are crabs so popular on Maryland souvenirs?
Because the blue crab is much more than seafood in Maryland.
For generations, crab feasts have brought Maryland families and friends together. Newspaper-covered tables, wooden mallets, steamed crabs, and plenty of seasoning are part of the Chesapeake Bay experience.
That's why crab designs appear everywhere from Maryland T-shirts and baseball caps to mugs, magnets, keychains ā and now lapel pins.
A small crab pin can instantly remind someone of summers on the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland traditions.
Why Is the Maryland Flag So Popular?
Maryland's state flag is hard to miss.
Its bold combination of red, white, black, and gold comes from the heraldic banners of the Calvert and Crossland families.
Today, the flag has become one of Maryland's most recognizable symbols.
You'll see it on clothing, hats, cars, homes, sports accessories, and souvenirs throughout the state.
That's why Maryland flag lapel pins work so well: even though they're small, the distinctive colors immediately stand out.
Maryland Pins Make Great Small Gifts
Not every gift needs to be big or expensive.
Lapel pins are especially useful when you need a small Maryland gift or souvenir.
They're easy to carry, easy to mail, and don't take up much space in luggage.
That makes Maryland pins great for visitors looking for a souvenir to take home.
They're also perfect for adding to a larger Maryland gift package.
For example, pair a Maryland pin with a:
Maryland magnet + Maryland keychain + postcard + crab pin
to create an affordable Maryland-themed gift set.
A Great Gift for Someone Who Moved Away From Maryland
Sometimes a small reminder of home means more than an expensive gift.
If a friend or family member has moved away from Maryland, a Maryland crab or flag pin can bring back memories of home without taking up much space.
They can attach it to a backpack, jacket, hat, or travel bag and carry a little Maryland pride wherever they live.
For an even more personal gift, combine a pin with Maryland apparel, a magnet, or another favorite Maryland souvenir.
Maryland Pins for Backpacks, Hats & Jackets
Lapel pins aren't only for suit jackets anymore.
One of the easiest ways to use them is to personalize everyday accessories.
Try adding your Maryland pin to a denim jacket or baseball cap. Attach one to a backpack when traveling, or add several Maryland-themed pins to a tote bag to create your own collection.
The Maryland Flag Crab Pin is especially fun on casual clothing and backpacks, while the USA & Maryland Flag Pin also works nicely on jackets and more formal outfits.
Start Your Maryland Pin Collection
One pin is fun.
A collection is even better.
Start with Maryland's two most recognizable symbols ā the Maryland flag and Chesapeake Bay crab ā and build your collection over time.
Pins are small, affordable, and easy to display, making them a fun souvenir for Maryland residents and visitors alike.
Whether Maryland is your home, your favorite vacation destination, or simply a place that holds special memories, a pin gives you a small way to carry that connection with you.
Small Pin. Big Maryland Pride.
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