When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
♡ BUILD A JEWELRY BUNDLE ♡ Mix, match & collect! Buy 2 and save 10%, buy 3 and save 15%, or buy 4+ and save 20% across Collected & Kept — plus additional jewelry ships for just $1 each when purchased together.
Step back in time to the height of turn-of-the-century elegance with this rare and unusually striking antique Edwardian hat pin. A gorgeous survivor from the Belle Époque era, this piece stands out for its remarkably clean, minimalist architectural aesthetic. Rather than the overly ornate floral motifs typical of the period, this hatpin features a restrained geometric head in an elongated lozenge, kite, or four-sided diamond form. The crisp, clean facets meet beautifully along its ridges, narrowing downward to an elegant micro-beaded collar separator.
This fine specimen is clearly stamped "GOLD HEAD" along the upper portion of the slender shaft. To verify its precious metal content, the decorative finial and the shaft were individually scratch and acid tested. The head shows a strong, stable reaction consistent with approximately 14K solid gold, while the shaft reacts consistently with sterling silver. (Please note these are meticulous home acid-test results rather than a professional laboratory assay, so metal content is described according to these observed testing indicators).
Measuring approximately 6 inches in length, this pin represents the sophisticated craftsmanship of historical millinery accessories. Its clean lines and modern profile make it a premium addition to an antique vanity display, hatpin collection, or an estate jewelry archive.
Measurements & Specifications:
• Total Length: Approx. 6.0 inches
• Finial/Head Shape: Faceted elongated lozenge / geometric diamond
• Total Weight: Approx. 1.78 grams
• Stamped Markings: "GOLD HEAD"
• Finial Metal: Acid tests consistent with approx. 14K Gold
• Shaft Metal: Acid tests consistent with Sterling Silver
• Magnetic Behavior: No pull (completely non-magnetic)
• Construction: Lightweight, high-quality antique construction
Condition:
In beautiful antique pre-owned condition with magnificent historic character. The pin shows authentic, age-appropriate surface wear, minor micro-scratches, and a deep, uncleaned silver patina on the shaft that emphasizes its antiquity. The geometric gold head retains its sharp faceted angles and architectural integrity perfectly. The long sterling shaft remains impressively straight and points sharply. Please review the high-magnification photographs carefully to inspect the hallmark stamping and exact condition.