Antique Gold Plated Thick Gold French Victorian Gemstone Pin Hat Pin Rare Style b57

Tie pins, or tie clips, began to gain popularity around the 1830s. Initially, they were worn by wealthy gentlemen, and later became widely fashionable in the 19th century. Their primary function was to secure the pleats of silk or lace ties and cravats. As they were accessories for a specific clientele, the materials and designs tended to be quite special. This beautiful hatpin/brooch was discovered at an antique market in Australia. The original seller had collected it from France. The metallic finish on this piece is exceptionally beautiful, with a thick layer of gold plating. I cannot confirm the exact type of gold plating or what the main gemstone might be. The total length is 6 cm, with the main body measuring 1 x 0.9 cm. A clear plastic stopper will be included, so you need not worry about it being sharp. I have another piece with a similar thick gold finish: https://www.pinkoi.com/store/damngoodvintag...法國製&i18n_tag=法國製 I also have another rather unique brooch for your consideration on this page: https://www.pinkoi.com/product/Yei94jpG The final image is a photograph from the market, provided for reference! This listing is for one brooch only, as shown in the first four images of the listing. * Care Instructions - Wipe with a dry cloth. - Do not use silver polishing cloths. Absolutely avoid wearing it to the beach or hot springs, and refrain from dancing in the rain while wearing it. - After wearing, please clean it and store it in a zip-lock bag. - Keep the storage area dry. * Gentle Reminder Each item in the shop has been inspected and confirmed to be in working order before being sold, therefore, refunds or returns due to personal reasons cannot be accepted. Due to lighting in photography and variations in computer screen displays, there may be slight discrepancies between the photos and the actual product color. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact me! Thank you for your interest.