about 20 years ago I had the same exact ones.. Everyone told me the same thing,,they are for the lapel...

Now they should be exactly as the standard stick pin type.. Are they?
- on the back should also be the same exact as the pin type. Are they the same hallmarkings?

Maybe even do a enamel check... The pins from the Riker cases are best! Get one RED hot and touch the black,,,IF authentic nothing should happen..

They are very nice looking,,whether stick pins or for lapel wear...