Hermit Crab Titanium & Shell Men’s Lapel Pin
The Hermit Crab Titanium & Shell Men’s Lapel Pin is a handmade Australian men’s lapel pin by Justin Siow, made from titanium, stainless steel, sterling silver, rubber and a real shell. Playful, sculptural and full of coastal character, it is a distinctive lapel pin for someone who prefers jewellery with a story.
The Hermit Crab Titanium & Shell Men’s Lapel Pin by Justin Siow features a crab measuring approximately 30mm x 40mm x 15mm. The crab is formed from titanium, heat coloured by hand, and paired with a real shell. Stainless steel, sterling silver and rubber are also used in the construction, along with a handmade stick pin cover.
Justin Siow’s process begins with a single rectangular strip of titanium, which is carefully hand cut and folded into a three-dimensional hermit crab form. Because the titanium is heat coloured by hand and each shell is real, every lapel pin has its own small variations in colour, texture, shell shape and final detail.
This lapel pin is a strong choice for men who want a handmade titanium lapel pin, ocean-inspired lapel pin, Australian-made stick pin or jewellery with a more unusual sculptural design. It works beautifully on a jacket lapel, blazer, coat or special-event outfit, especially for someone who loves coastal life, sea creatures, natural materials or jewellery that starts a conversation.
Handmade by Australian jeweller Justin Siow, the Hermit Crab lapel pin is made to order in Australia. Each piece is individually made by a local jeweller, so slight variations may occur in the heat-coloured titanium, real shell and final shape.
Please allow approximately 3 weeks for this lapel pin to be made and posted, as it is created to order by an individual Australian jeweller.
Materials: Titanium, stainless steel, sterling silver, rubber and a real shell
Finish: Titanium heat coloured by hand
Size: Crab approximately 30mm x 40mm x 15mm
Artist: Justin Siow
Made: Handmade to order in Australia
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hermit Crab Titanium & Shell Men’s Lapel Pin handmade?
Yes. The Hermit Crab Titanium & Shell Men’s Lapel Pin is handmade to order by Australian jeweller Justin Siow. Because each pin is handmade, slight variations may occur in the heat-coloured titanium, real shell and final shape.
What is the Hermit Crab lapel pin made from?
The lapel pin is made from titanium, stainless steel, sterling silver, rubber and a real shell. The titanium is heat coloured by hand and the pin includes a handmade stick pin cover.
What size is the Hermit Crab lapel pin?
The crab measures approximately 30mm x 40mm x 15mm.
Is each Hermit Crab lapel pin exactly the same?
No. Each piece is individually made, and the shell is real, so small variations in colour, shell shape, heat colouring and final detail are part of the design.
What makes this lapel pin different?
The lapel pin combines a hand-cut and folded titanium crab with a real shell. It has a three-dimensional sculptural form, natural shell detail and hand-applied heat colouring, giving it a very individual feel.
Is this lapel pin suitable for formal wear?
Yes. The Hermit Crab lapel pin can be worn on a jacket lapel, blazer, coat or special-event outfit. It adds personality and coastal character without feeling like a standard formal accessory.
Is this lapel pin suitable as a gift?
Yes. This lapel pin makes a thoughtful gift for someone who loves the ocean, sea creatures, coastal life, handmade jewellery, titanium or unusual Australian-made accessories.
Where is the Hermit Crab lapel pin made?
The lapel pin is handmade to order in Australia by Justin Siow.
How long does it take to make?
As this lapel pin is made to order by an Australian jeweller, please allow approximately 3 weeks before it is made and posted.
How much is postage?
Australian postage is free via Australia Post Express Post. Overseas postage is $20. Tracking details are provided once your order has been posted.
How long does delivery take after it has been posted?
Australian deliveries usually take 1–4 business days after posting. International delivery usually takes 6–21 business days, depending on local customs arrangements. International customers are responsible for any local duties and taxes.