Appears to be Antique hairpin/hair ornament Victorian Hairwork/Mourning Jewelry Popular in the 1800's (especially during the Victorian era)

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William Bull & Sarah Wells Stone House Association Inc

Original Presentation Box: Kept in a custom fitted, silk/satin-lined rectangular display box, which was standard for high-end decorative hair accessories of that era.

Original Presentation Box: Kept in a custom fitted, silk/satin-lined rectangular display box, which was standard for high-end decorative hair accessories of that era.

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Appears to be Antique hairpin/hair ornament Victorian Hairwork/Mourning Jewelry Popular in the 1800's (especially during the Victorian era)

Entry/Object ID

100203

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(AI) This appears to be an antique hairpin / hair ornament, likely dating from the mid-to-late 19th or early 20th century. Depending on its region of origin, it is most characteristic of either Victorian hairwork jewelry or traditional Japanese kanzashi hair ornaments. Key Features & Design Central Knot / Bow: Constructed from intricately woven or braided mesh, wire, or tightly worked hair/thread forming stylized loops or a bow motif. Dangling Accents (Bira-bira or Tassels): Suspended from delicate chains or wires are woven spheres encased in metal fittings or cages, designed to create subtle movement when worn in an elaborate hair style. Long Pin Base: A single long metal pin designed to anchor securely into an updo or bun. Original Presentation Box: Kept in a custom fitted, silk/satin-lined rectangular display box, which was standard for high-end decorative hair accessories of that era. Material Possibilities Victorian Hairwork / Mourning Jewelry: Popular in the 1800s (especially during the Victorian era), intricate decorative pieces were woven from human hair or silk/metallic mesh as sentimental tokens, keepsakes, or mourning attire.