Antique Art Nouveau Brass Sash Pin Brooch Amethyst Purple Glass C-Clasp 1890s

Description

View Antique Art Nouveau Brass Sash Pin Brooch Amethyst Purple Glass C-Clasp 1890s with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Wear: Shows minor signs of age-appropriate wear and light, authentic verdigris spots on the reverse side, consistent with its 110+ year history. It has been left unpolished to preserve its historic value. Up for sale is an authentic antique Art Nouveau / late Victorian era stamped brass sash pin brooch, dating circa 1890–1910. This beautiful period piece features an ornate, openwork repoussé frame with scrolling leaf designs and a central, bezel-set faceted purple glass stone designed to mimic genuine amethyst. The reverse side exhibits definitive traits of true antique construction, including a wide T-hinge and an early, open "C" clasp mechanism. The long, sturdy pin stem extends slightly past the frame—a feature unique to early sash pins meant to pierce thick waist sashes and heavy cloak fabrics. The piece is unsigned, which is standard for brass costume jewelry of this era. Condition Notes Overall Condition: Excellent antique condition with a beautiful, deep, undisturbed original patina in the recessed areas. Mechanism: The pin stem is fully functional, straight, and seats securely into the open C-clasp. Stone: The central purple glass stone is secure in its setting with no cracks. Wear: Shows minor signs of age-appropriate wear and light, authentic verdigris spots on the reverse side, consistent with its 110+ year history. It has been left unpolished to preserve its historic value. Size: 3" x 1-7/8" Condition: Pre-owned - Excellent. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Amethyst.

Brand

Amethyst

Type

Brooch

Color

Purple

Theme

Art

Material

Glass

Metal

Brass

Secondary Stone

Amethyst

Main Stone

Amethyst