a method for producing multiple devices for securing identification means to a mounting surface includes a mounting device having a upper surface of translucent plastic film having certain regions glued to a substrate of label stock beneath the film . a gap with opening between the label stock and the film forms a pocket into which an identification means may be inserted or removed . the label stock possesses a face having an adhesive coating which is exposed by a peel - away backing . an image area printed on the label stock prior to application of the plastic film overlay is visible through the pocket and up to the outer edges of each mounting device . the device is economically created in multiples using adhesive label stock in either roll or sheet form .