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Scatter Pin
Jewelry
Crescent moon and star pin. Deep red garnets, likely pyrope, rose cut, in two different styles that are prong held. They are arranged in carefully graduated sizes in the crescent. Metal likely tambac, an inexpensive zinc-copper alloy used to imitate gold. Tube hinge, c clasp, and pin stem extends beyond the clasp and body of pin. 1" diameter
2025.16.338
The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection
Jewelry
Historic Costume
1880 - 1910