Beautiful pair of 14 karat gold stick pins. These pins, the so-called tower pins, are featuring seventeen seed pearls. Cannetille and very fine filigree applied on these stick pins, which is very skillfully handcrafted and gives the impression of lace or fine embroidery.
These pins were part of the regional dress in The Netherlands in 19th century. They were pushed backwards into the hat above the forehead needle on both sides between the curls of the ear iron.
These pins were part of an ear iron, or in Dutch called 'oorijzer'. It is unique and important of the national costume and tradition in The Netherlands. It started as a 'simple' accessory, a kind of peasant jewelry that women worn in some Dutch regions. In the beginning created to secure expensive lace skullcaps from the gusts of sea winds, the simple iron band evolved into an ornate headdress, to display family wealth in the form of valuable metals and detailed filigree and cannetille.
The gold has the Dutch purity hallmark.
Measurements: Length 106 mm, diameter 25 mm.
Weight: 10.65 grams, together.
It will be my pleasure to answer any questions about these wonderful filigree stick pins.
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearls Stick Pins
Metal: 14 karat gold, the gold has the purity hallmark
Stone: Pearl
Length: 106 mm
Width: 25 mm
Weight: 10.65 grams
Origin: The Netherlands, Tholen, the Southern Islands and Arnemuiden
Period: 19th Century, circa 1895-1905
Wear consistent with age and use.
