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Historic Costume | Fine and Decorative Arts

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Bar Pin

Jewelry

Bar pin made from and marked "STERLING" on back inside. Metal work of pin is very delicately rendered. Twenty-one clear rhinestones set into a raised bar, surrounded by thin wire zig-zag open work. The entire thing is surrounded by an open-slotted cage. Round hinge on back, and an early style of safety clasp. The pin stem extends beyond the clasp. 2" long 1/4" wide

2025.16.093

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Jewelry

Historic Costume

1900 - 1910

Hallmark

on back inside

"Sterling"

Stamped

Sterling

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