Celebrating the history and prestige of World Championship pins from around the globe Not all figure skating pins are created equal. While some pins are forgettable souvenirs made only to please those who “like skating,” the pins celebrated at The Netropolitan Museum of Figure Skating Pins are far more significant: they commemorate major events from… Continue reading Collecting World Figure Skating Pins: A Timeless Allure.
Category: General – Figure Skating Pins
Information and resources about figure skating pins, medals, and badges.
1953 World Figure Skating Pin: From the Peaks of Davos
When craftsmanship met the artistry of figure skating A new addition to The Netropolitan Museum of Figure Skating Pins, the finely crafted 1953 World Figure Skating Championships pin is a standout piece in any collection—unmistakably Swiss, quietly elegant, and rich with context. Issued for the Championships held in Davos, Switzerland, this pin blends the iconography… Continue reading 1953 World Figure Skating Pin: From the Peaks of Davos
1912 and 1924 World Figure Skating Pin and Medal: Manchester On Ice.
Manchester's mark on skating: A medal, a pin, a legacy When it comes to figure skating history, Manchester, England, may not be the first city that comes to mind—but in both 1912 and 1924, it played host to the sport's penultimate event, the World Figure Skating Championships, leaving behind not just memories but remarkable artifacts.… Continue reading 1912 and 1924 World Figure Skating Pin and Medal: Manchester On Ice.
Remembering Dick Button: 1929–2025
"The fine art of figure skating," as Dick Button so often and astutely called the sport, has lost an icon—a giant—with his passing on January 30. A true original, Dick was the epitome of class, delivering his commentary with a rare combination of intellect, passion, and an unwavering respect for tradition. His deep knowledge of… Continue reading Remembering Dick Button: 1929–2025
1933 European Figure Skating Medal: London Calling.
Britain's National Skating Association played host to the top European pairs skaters The 1933 European Figure Skating participant medal highlighted in today’s blog commemorates an event steeped in history, held that year in London, England. The championship was a gathering of some of Europe’s top figure skating talents, with Austrian pairs skater Willy Petter and… Continue reading 1933 European Figure Skating Medal: London Calling.