Is it a real pin, with backing optional? Just wondering so maybe the other men (2) in my class and myself can ceremoniously punch it into each other's chests (i.e. awards earned, blood stripes in the Marine Corps) and add a little flavor to the ceremony. Candles and Roses any significance or just for show? So called "traditions" at schools change because some are outdated and offensive. I vote cigars ( Arturo Fuente) song ( Heading out to the Highway, Judas Priest (want to travel)) and some 20 year old single malt. Congrats to all who are geting pinned. Semper Fi