Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Rope Twist Bar Pin Brooch

A striking survivor from the Victorian era — this sterling silver bar pin tapers to two needle-sharp points, its center wrapped in intricate rope-twist wirework and banded with delicate beaded detailing reminiscent of Etruscan Revival granulation. The elongated torpedo silhouette is a departure from the typical flat Victorian bar pin, giving it real presence on a lapel, scarf, or hat.  Measures 3.73 (94.7mm) long, weighs 7.89 grams. Fitted with the original C-clasp safety pin catch on the reverse, in working order. Warm silver patina throughout consistent with age; no stones, no enamel — pure metalwork craftsmanship from a bygone era of jewelry making.  Metal content/fineness not stamped or unconfirmed — offered as antique silver-tone metal. A wonderful conversation piece for the collector of Victorian mourning jewelry, bar pins, or unusual antique silverwork.  Sold as-is, untested, no returns.  Lot 510