Bar Pin

Name/Title

Bar Pin

Entry/Object ID

2025.16.090

Description

Bar Pin of equestrian theme. Sterling silver pin depicts a riding crop with handle and whip. In center of pin is the head of a horse wearing a bridle. The back of the pin shows the metal has been stamped, as it is hollow. It has a round hinge and modern safety clasp. There is a rectangular plaque with "Sterling" on it. Sporting motifs in jewelry were popular since the late 19th century. 2 1/2" long 1 5/8" wide

Collection

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Category

Jewelry
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Notes

made after 1910

Mark, Engraving or Stamp

Type

Hallmark

Location

On back

Transcription

"Sterling"

Material/Technique

Stamped

Material

Sterling silver