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What is a twist pin?

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What is a twist pin?
Twist pin is a corkscrew shaped pin that can be used for a variety of household purposes such as to keep slipcovers and arm covers in place, secure mattresses and attaching sheets and blankets to the mattress. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique twist pins.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Cabochon Pear Shape Lapis Twisted Pin in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Cabochon Pear Shape Lapis, Set In 18ct Yellow Gold Twisted Pin Lapis Lazuli are powerful intensely
Category

20th Century British Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Sterling Silver Circle Wreath Brooch - 925 Rope Twist Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Bullet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

.35 Carat Natural Diamonds Candy Cane Twisting X-Double Stick Pin
Located in New York, NY
Retro Gold X Twist pin. Double Tubular Candy Caned Twisting pattern New condition. Natural Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Versace Flower Brooch, 1990s
By Gianni Versace
Located in Nottingham, GB
the sparkling stones making it a stand out piece on any outfit. Twist pin lock fastening.
Category

1990s Italian Brooches

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gilt Metal and Silver Plate Geometric Bangle Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Atlanta, GA
bracelet is built with a double serpentine chain with a twist pin closure. The signature underside reads
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Victorian Gold and Banded Agate Stickpin Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
chocolate with a gold cap. It is 3 1/2 inches high with a twisted pin. Price:$350, The large black oval pin
Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Gold, 15k Gold

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