{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-silver-swirl-bar-brooch-royal-blue-cravat-pin","title":"Antique Edwardian silver swirl bar brooch, Royal blue, Cravat pin","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Edwardian Dark Blue Celluloid \u0026amp; Silver Tone Swirl Cravat \/ Tie Pin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully unusual antique Edwardian accessory, dating to circa 1900–1910, featuring a long, slender piece of deep dark blue celluloid decorated with an elegant silver tone metal spiral or swirl design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the rich blue celluloid and contrasting silvery metal gives this piece a particularly stylish and distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elongated form and original pin fitting suggest that it may have been worn as a cravat pin, tie pin or other gentleman’s dress accessory, although pieces of this type could also have been worn in a variety of fashionable ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse retains its original long pin with an old-style C-type clasp fastening, characteristic of early antique jewellery and dress accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelluloid became increasingly popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods as an attractive and versatile material, allowing fashionable accessories to be produced in striking colours and decorative designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark blue examples are particularly appealing, giving this piece a wonderfully understated yet sophisticated quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely and highly decorative survivor from the Edwardian era, with a fantastic elongated silhouette and an unusual combination of materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for collectors of antique jewellery, Edwardian accessories and early 20th-century fashion, or for adding an authentic antique touch to a modern wardrobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating: Edwardian era, circa 1900–1910\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Dark blue celluloid and silver tone metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003eGood used condition overall, some light wear to the metal, signs of use and wear commensurate with age, some scratches and scuffs, pin is slightly loose in the catch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox measurements\u003cbr\u003e3.25\" width \/ 0.25\" length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny questions or queries please contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TCTvintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50105390760074,"sku":"7321","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3232\/2698\/files\/1000073582_bg_processed.jpg?v=1788038968","url":"https:\/\/tctvintage.com\/products\/antique-edwardian-silver-swirl-bar-brooch-royal-blue-cravat-pin","provider":"TCTvintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}