{"product_id":"antique-victorian-articulated-fish-stick-pin-silver-18ct-gold-gilt","title":"Antique Victorian Articulated Fish Stick Pin Silver 18ct Gold Gilt","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis fabulous antique Victorian articulated fish stick pin is ingeniously crafted from multiple overlapping silver sections, gilded in 18ct yellow gold vermeil, allowing the body to move and wiggle in a fluid, remarkably lifelike way when handled. Finely engraved scales, delicately ribbed fins, and charming pink-ringed eyes bring the creature vividly to life. Suspended from the mouth is a fine gold chain connecting it to a long pin, crowned with an ornate filigree finial - serving both as a decorative flourish and a built-in safety mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhimsical animal-themed novelty jewellery flourished during the 19th century, fuelled by the Victorian fascination with natural history and the marine world. In many maritime and European cultures, gifting a fish ornament was also considered a token of good luck, safe travels, or prosperity. This piece would have been worn on a lapel, scarf, or tie, allowing the pin to stay securely fastened while the flexible fish dangled gracefully as a conversation starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA wonderful Victorian collector’s piece, preserved in remarkable condition for well over a century. Whether retained as part of a distinguished collection or worn once again as a whimsical statement accessory, this articulated fish pin is certain to spark conversation and amusement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/b\u003e: 11.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/b\u003e: Fish Length 100mm x Width 29mm – Pin Length 71mm x Width 1.5mm (12mm top) – Chain Length 120mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMETAL\u003c\/b\u003e: Silver\/ 18ct Gold Gilt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAGE\u003c\/b\u003e: Victorian. (Circa 1880 - 1900)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMARKS\u003c\/b\u003e: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eITEM NUMBER\u003c\/b\u003e: 26-140\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58270318690688,"sku":"26-140","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Articulated-Fish-Stick-pin-COVER.jpg?v=1781519854","url":"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/products\/antique-victorian-articulated-fish-stick-pin-silver-18ct-gold-gilt","provider":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}