Description :
This antique hat pin features a distinctive cube-shaped top with a grid pattern, lending it an architectural, geometric charm. The shaft is a smooth brass rod tapering to a fine point, indicative of early 20th-century design used for fastening large hats in place. The cube detail appears to be cast and then etched or pressed for texture. A subtle patina on the brass suggests authentic age and use, and the attached tag confirms a length of 9 inches. Perfect for display, costuming, or collector presentation.
Era
Early 1900s (Edwardian Era – ca. 1900–1915)
Style
Victorian-to-Edwardian transitional, with Art Nouveau influences in form but Art Deco hints in the geometric top
Technique
Hand-cast brass with etched/cast top and machine-smoothed pin
Tools Used
Casting molds, metal file, etching tools, polishing lathe
History
Hat pins of this size were used in the early 1900s to secure large hats; they became both functional accessories and expressions of fashion and status.
Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown
Measurements
9" L
Suggested Weight
Approx. 0.1 lbs
Item Number : P12663
Category : Misc
Brand : UK
