Stick pins

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Property from the Collection of a British NoblemanCartierRuby and diamond stick pin Group of fifteen gem s

Who doesn't love the look of vintage stick pins? We all do! They are so expensive to buy, but they are very inexpensive to make your own. I use stick pins in…

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Who doesn't love the look of vintage stick pins? We all do! They are so expensive to buy, but they are very inexpensive to make your own. I use stick pins in…

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Hatpins were popular accessories worn on the huge hats that were fashionable during the late 1800's to early 1900's. The really long pins actually speared preserved birds (yes, birds!) that were worn on the hats. I think vintage hatpins make a fun collection, and I sell quite a few in...

Hatpin About 1890-1925, 19th century or 20th century 19 cm M999X.1.1 © McCord Museum

During the early 19th century, stickpins were a popular accessory worn by men as a tie or cravat pin. They came in a variety of precious materials and motifs. So as not to appear feminine, they frequently represented hunting, sporting, or other typically male pursuits. They were also crafted as mourning, commemorative, or souvenir pins.