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Lingerie Pin

Jewelry

Tiny pin of base metal, probably gilded with gold. It is stamped with designs on top. Both side plates of the hinge and clasp are part of the metal shape. The 2 round hinge plates fold up and the pin is inserted between, the clasp is folded down. 13/16" long. 1/8" wide

2025.16.272

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Jewelry

Historic Costume

1900 - 1920

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