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14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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Ceramic
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
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Porcelain
Vintage 1930s Brooches
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Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
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Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
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- What is a twist pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Twist 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.
- What is a brooch pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
- What is a mourning pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021It's not uncommon for people to wear jewelry that represents their loved ones. Wearing a mourning pin shows an emotional connection with someone who has passed away and can help you grieve in a way that feels appropriate and respectful.
- What is a circle pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A circle pin is a classic piece of jewelry that was popular in the 1950’s and 60’s, often fashioned to a cardigan or blouse. Circle pins were known to have different meanings depending on where they were worn and the style of the pin. Some pin styles and placements conveyed one’s undying love for another. Shop circle pins on 1stDibs.
- What is a flower pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A flower pin is a decorative piece of ornament that is usually worn on a suit. It is positioned on the left lapel. A flower pin is attached to the garment either by sliding it into a slot on the lapel or with a metal wire secured to the back of the pin. Shop for a range of antique and vintage flower pins on 1stDibs.
- Is a brooch a pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
- What are fancy pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Fancy pins can also be called lapel pins or enamel pins. The metal is molded in an ornate design, and soft enamel is added, sometimes by hand, to create the desired look. You’ll find a variety of lapel pins and enamel pins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are juggling pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Juggling pins are called clubs by jugglers themselves, and can be called pins or batons by the layman. Juggling dates back to nearly 2000 BC, with evidence of forms of juggling being found in Egypt, the Pacific Islands and even in the Aztec Empire-era in Mexico. Find an assortment of clubs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are brooch pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
- What is a tie pin called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tie pin can go by various names including tie clip, tie slide, tie bar, or tie clasp. No matter what you call it, the purpose is the same—it attaches the tie to the shirt front, preventing it from moving around and keeping the wearer’s look sleek and smooth. Shop a collection of vintage and new tie pins from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a hat pin used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A hat pin is a pin that can be used to secure your hat to your head. It is usually done so through the hair. They are often 6 to 8 inches long and have a decorative head.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a safety pin symbolizes is largely a matter of personal opinion. In recent years, the pin has come to symbolize support for the rights of marginalized people. Historically, people associated safety pins with babies and motherhood because of the pins used to hold cloth diapers in place. Shop a collection of safety pin jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a safety pin dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original safety pin dress was a Versace creation famously worn by actress Elizabeth Hurley in 1994. Since then, Versace has made many other designs featuring safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace safety pin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- How do I wear a vintage tie pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wear a vintage tie pin, position the pin between the third and fourth buttons of your shirt. Then, slip the pin through both layers of the tie. Finally, secure the backing. Find a range of vintage tie pins on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Elizabeth Hurley’s famed 1994 safety pin dress, which the actress wore to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, was designed by Versace. The dress was made with revealing slits in the sides that were held together with oversized gold safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and contemporary Versace pieces from top sellers worldwide.