Safety pin

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts an assortment of vintage items laid out on a textured surface. The prominent feature is a large metal safety pin with the number "137" etched on its clasp. Attached to the safety pin is a piece of twine or cord, part of which is threaded through a blue accent, likely serving as a connector. This cord splits into two parts, one ending in a small, pink, three-dimensional object resembling a doll with painted facial features and clothing, crafted in hues of pink, white, and yellow. Its stylized appearance suggests a decorative or vintage toy element. The other end of the cord connects to a set of small, pink, fan-shaped pieces, resembling an ornamental folding fan. The panels are embellished with detailed designs, including a figure depicted in traditional attire, possibly a bonnet and dress, amid delicate perforations and cutouts that add an intricate texture.

The image depicts an assortment of vintage items laid out on a textured surface. The prominent feature is a large metal safety pin with the number "137" etched on its clasp. Attached to the safety pin is a piece of twine or cord, part of which is threaded through a blue accent, likely serving as a connector. This cord splits into two parts, one ending in a small, pink, three-dimensional object resembling a doll with painted facial features and clothing, crafted in hues of pink, white, and yellow. Its stylized appearance suggests a decorative or vintage toy element. The other end of the cord connects to a set of small, pink, fan-shaped pieces, resembling an ornamental folding fan. The panels are embellished with detailed designs, including a figure depicted in traditional attire, possibly a bonnet and dress, amid delicate perforations and cutouts that add an intricate texture.

Name/Title

Safety pin

Entry/Object ID

2013.6.2

Description

Large, metal safety pin with the number 137. Attached to it are a pink object that opens like a fan and has a raised image of a woman on it and a pink, white and yellow object shaped like a girl that opens up.