Abstract: An improved method of making lead or tin based alloy badges or emblems having brilliantly colored closely spaced cloisonned areas into which the desired colors can be introduced. The cloisonned areas separate the differently colored sections from each other by the formation of slight ridges or low fences into which the differently colored paints can be introduced. After the differently colored paints or other colorings have been introduced into the cloisonned areas and dried, the badge or emblem is polished to expose the ridges or fences separating the cloisonned areas and any other raised areas which it is desired to emphasize. The badge or emblem is then plated with an appropriate plating to cover the raised cloisonned areas and any other raised areas which it is desired to highlight. The resulting badges or emblems have clearly defined brilliantly colored sections and embody remarkable detailed structures.