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Historic Costume | Fine and Decorative Arts

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Sash Pin

Jewelry

Spider web design sash pin, brass overlay with gilt. Open pattern of scalloped ribs that makes it look a lot like a spider web, a popular motif. The design of the pin features aspects of Arts & Crafts style, handcrafted look, decorative edge around pin. Long-faceted light green stone in center, glass rhinestone, is collet set in the middle of the web. On each side are a fleur-de-lis. A heavy round hinge, c-clasp, and a substantial, but not overly thick, pin stem. The attractive pin combines elements of a number of styles that were common around the turn of the century - Art Nouveau, Arts & Crafts, and French jewelry influences. 2 1/2' long 2 " wide

2025.16.004

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Jewelry

Historic Costume

1890 - 1920

Rhinestone (Paste)

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