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PIN: CREAM WITH BRASS RINGS, NEWMAN FAMILY

Overview

Three lapel pins, ceramic tops are half spherical covered with small brass rings and cream pearlised varnish. Possibly made by amateur jeweller.

Historical information

See item 2003.37
Hat pins from the home of the Misses Newman (two sisters), on the corner of Kershaw and Hamersley Roads, Subiaco. Hat pins used to secure hats on hair and prevent the hats blowing off.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-2003.43a-c
Item type
Material
Statement of significance

Social history - example of lapel pins worn C.1920s, 1930s, 1940s

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