Large antique safety pin crafted in 9 carat rose gold. This pin is a larger size at 2.25 inches. The heavy gauge 1.5 mm round wire has been shaped and sprung to form a working safety pin. These simple gold pin are hugely popular because they are so very useful! I use mine to secure a shawl or scarf. We've also seen them used as jewellery connectors, chain extenders, tie clips, collar pins, and simply decorative brooches. Dates to the turn of the 20th century, British in origin.

In very good condition. In the photo with two pin, this listing is for the bottom pin. Also shown attached to a chain and used as an extender.

Not marked, professionally tested and assessed as 9 carat gold which is rose in colour.

Measures approx 57.5 mm / 2.25 inches by 9.45 mm / 0.37 inches.

Weighs 2.8 grams.