Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Tone & Rhinestone Hat Pins (Pair)
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Item: Hat Pins (Pair)
Make: Unknown
Style: Etruscan Revival
Age: ca. 1870
Construction: Gold Toned Metal, Rhinestones
Dimensions: 2 3/4” L head x 7 1/2” Total length (each)
Condition: Very good. Some bending to the pins consistent with age and use. One of the pin heads is a bit wobbly, but securely attached. Metal has some very minor spots of discoloration. Rhinestones are all secure in place. Many have darkened to a light blue/grey tone with time but still sparkle nicely. Please see photos!
Details: A rare pair of Victorian hat pins in the Etruscan Revival style. Etruscan Revival was a Victorian-era jewelry and design trend, mid-19th century, inspired by the rediscovery of ancient Italian treasures, particularly goldwork with distinctive filigree, and popularized by Italian jewelers like the Castellani family. Fueled by archaeological excavations and the "Grand Tour" phenomenon, the style blended complex ancient techniques with the ornate sensibilities of the Victorian era, leading to long-lasting design motifs that continue to influence modern jewelry.