TABLER . WIKI / PINS Pins

Category: Customs and Traditions

Subcategory: Merchandise

One of its oldest Customs and Traditions, in Round Table, pins started as identification badges for members, signifying their club affiliation. Over time, they evolved into collectible symbols of participation, achievements, and camaraderie within the organization. These pins often feature the Round Table logo, club insignias, or unique designs commemorating events, leadership roles, or charitable initiatives. They are commonly used to celebrate anniversaries, raise funds for causes, or as gifts exchanged between members to foster international friendship. Worn with pride, Round Table pins have become an important tradition, representing the shared values and experiences of Round Tablers worldwide.

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Culture

“Being Pinned”

This refers to the moment a prospect becomes a Tabler during an Induction Procedure. This is usually paired with the following words:

Wear this badge at all times and remembers as your wear it that you carry the good repute of the Round Table in all your affairs, for the Movement is judged by those who recognize you as a member.

Pin Exchange

Pin Catalogue

Website: Pin the Pins🔗

In October 2025, Round Table The Netherlands launched pinthepins.com, to document as many of the existing pins as possible. Users can submit pins and their stories—what the pin looks like, when it was created, and the idea or meaning behind it. The aim is a living archive that preserves the design, history, and traditions of Round Table pins. Submissions without a story are welcome too; every pin helps keep this shared heritage alive.

Pin Design

The design of Round Table pins is highly diverse and creative, often reflecting a club’s identity, a special event, or a member’s personal touch. These pins come in various shapes, sizes, and styles, incorporating elements such as the Round Table rondel, national flags, symbols, or humorous graphics. They are typically made from materials like enamel, metal, brass, or acrylic, with some featuring embossed details, soft or hard enamel finishes, glitter, or even glow-in-the-dark effects. Some associations may have rules on how their rondel is used, such as disallowing the rondel from being covered or modified. Whether simple or elaborate, each pin is crafted to be unique and memorable, serving as a lasting representation of fellowship and tradition within the Round Table community.

Types of Pins

• • Association Pins
  • Officer Pins
  • Personal Pins
  • Event Pins
  • Anniversary Pins
  • Other Pins

Collections

Pin Boards

When you come across a pinboard in someone’s house, you know you’re in the presence of a well-traveled tabler. Despite having hundreds of pins, rest assured that he would be able to tell you stories about the vast majority of them. Pin boards may be made from cork, some timbers, felt, or a combination. More recently, some boards were manufactured from acrylic or steel, having holes ready for pins to be attached to.

Pin Jackets

Jackets, blazers, or waistcoats are often used to accommodate large collections of pins as a personal collection. This is more meaningful when the article of clothing has the Tabler’s name and role. This could be a lifetime collection, or a record of pins collected during a particular year.

Due to their personal nature, these collections are considered to be meaningful. In this spirit, personal collections are often auctioned off for substantial quantities for charitable causes.

Pin Hats

Due to their relatively limited capacity, collections on hats tend to be very specific categories, such as pins of the clubs of one particular association, or a collection of association pins.

Banners or Flags

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