One of a Kind — 1 Available
Vintage Set of 16 Hat-Quilt Pins with Speckled Green Ceramic Beads
Viridian Eclection
$88.00
Save $13.20
Appraised value $101.20
Era
Sewing
Material
See description
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Provenance
Documented
Professional Packing
Foam, crating & fragile handling
Condition Guaranteed
Documented & photographed
Private Viewings
Reno, NV & free white-glove within 100 mi
Antique Shipping Policy
All antique and vintage items are sold as described. We professionally pack every piece with museum-grade foam, layered boxing, and fragile handling instruction labels. Once in carrier hands, liability transfers to the carrier. Shipping damage claims must be filed with the carrier directly. All sales are final. Questions about a piece before purchasing?
Description A set of 16 vintage beaded pins featuring stainless steel shafts and glass finials with naturally developed speckled oxidation. Originally produced as decorative hat pins or multipurp...
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Dimensions
Era
Sewing
Availability
One of a Kind — 1 Available
Description
A set of 16 vintage beaded pins featuring stainless steel shafts and glass finials with naturally developed speckled oxidation. Originally produced as decorative hat pins or multipurpose utility pins, pieces like these were used to secure hats, manage garments, and assist in dressmaking.
Over time, their function has evolved, and they are now commonly used in sewing and quilting as decorative pins or stilettos to guide fabric and refine detail work. The larger glass tops provide improved grip and visibility, making them both practical and visually distinctive.
The speckled pattern within the glass is a result of age-related oxidation, giving each piece a unique patina that reflects its vintage character rather than damage.
Today, sets like this are often repurposed as cocktail picks, sewing tools, or displayed as part of a curated collection of vintage domestic or barware objects.
Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Decorative pins / hat pins / multipurpose picks |
| Quantity | Set of 16 |
| Era | Mid-20th century (c.1940s–1960s) |
| Materials | Stainless steel shafts with glass finials |
| Design | Elongated form with looped ends and textured glass tops |
| Finish | Natural oxidation within glass creating speckled patina |
| Original Use | Hat pins, garment securing, decorative utility pins |
| Secondary Uses | Quilting pins, sewing stilettos, fabric guides |
| Modern Use | Cocktail picks, barware, decorative display |
| Condition | Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear; glass shows oxidation-related speckling consistent with age |
| Set | Sold as a group of 16 |
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
Have a question? — we're happy to provide additional photos, condition detail, or discuss the piece directly.
Antique
Verified Era
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Full condition documentation & detail shots
Excellent
Condition
Professionally assessed & photographed
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Available
One of a kind — this exact piece, never restocked
All Sales
Final
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