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Stick Pin

Jewelry

Marquise-shaped head appears to be a cast finding with cups with prongs for 8 rounded, clear, faceted rhinestones. Inside that is a marquise-shaped cabochon of unknown material (possibly oyster shell or glass). It has orange and white stripes and is held in place by prongs. The stick pin is soldered to the back, silver-colored and has been twisted to provide added hold in cloth. The finding appears gilded in rose gold. Pin is 2 1/4" long Head is 5/8 tall and 3/8" wide.

2025.16.064

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Jewelry

Historic Costume

1880 - 1910

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