Well I think that the geographical issue is important but I can't get my head round whether in fact the pins are capable of being registered as a trademark. I am just asking for pointers on answering the question.
A (fictitious) annual event called The Cold Fair occurs in Alaska every year and has done since 1941. A competition is held among locals and other artists every year to design a commemorative pin which then becomes the official pin for the event. The event is organised by a (fictitious) entity...