Bar Pin

Name/Title

Bar Pin

Entry/Object ID

2025.16.188

Description

Body of pin is stamped from brass. The stamping creates 3 platforms with one concave in center. Top appears to have been gilded but most worn away. Silver dove in center of pin is nicely engraved. It carries a leaf / twig in its mouth. On each side is an engraved flower, perhaps a lily, with a copper ball in the center and each of the four corners. The flowers are silver. Tube hinge and c clasp. Dove riveted to the back of the pin. Aesthetic Era 2 1/4" long. 9/16" wide.

Collection

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Category

Jewelry
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Date made

1880 - 1900