Antique Hatpin Sterling Charles Horner Purple Thistle w/Artfully Designed Base

Description

Antique Hatpin
Description and Notes:
Antique Hatpin Sterling Charles Horner Purple Thistle w/Artfully Designed Base
No cracks or chips, one flea bite.
The thistle is a symbol of
bravery, courage, and loyalty in the face of treachery.
The head is in good shape, solid connection, glass. Stem is straight/strong
No marks observed. Unmarked sterling. Known Charles Horner design.
Overall, good condition. Normal wear.
Date:  late 1800s to early 1900s.
Total Hat Pins Length:  8 3/4"   Head length: almost 7/8"   Thistle diameter: 1/2".
Collectible.
Take a gander at the other Hatpins and New Dragonfly Brooches listed,
or gander at other items up for auction and in the Store.
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