Edwardian Red Jacquard Hair Bow, Jeweled Barrette Clip, Antique Hair Accessory

Antique Edwardian hair accessory:

~ Charming bow or flower holder barrette clip
~ Early 1900's in age, all original and fabulous
~ Hinged tension clip opens to hold additional item(s) - included is (assumed) original oversized red on red rose patterned jacquard woven showy wide ribbon bow that fits and works perfectly with the piece
~ Perfectly suited to display anything else of your creative side can dream up like fresh flower or bouquet, lace, feathers, beaded accent, or decorative faux hair piece
~ Matching U shaped tension rod on the bottom to insert and secure in the hair
~ Use in a up or down do - or anywhere in-between
~ Sporty cross hatching or basket weave pattern on the sides
~ Topped with a rose cut ruby red faceted glass jewel or rhinestone

Ready and waiting for your hair do, collection, or gift giving - you will love this!

AGE OR ERA: Early 1900's / pre-1920 - Edwardian era

MARKINGS: None that I could find

METAL / MATERIAL: Antique gold toned metal clip mechanism with glass gem, and red satin feeling fabric or ribbon bow

CLASP / CLOSURE: Tension closure on the barrette and also on the flip to close holder

MEASUREMENTS: The clip is about 1 1/2" long x 3/4" wide with an inside clip or holding area of about 3/8" x 1/2". Bow is aprox 6 1/4" x 5"

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

INTERESTING INFORMATION: Edwardian hair bows, especially large, symmetrical satin ones, symbolized innocence, purity (especially white bows), and feminine ideal. They often matched dresses for a put together look. Ribbons also adorning hair for special occasions, highlighting a shift from earlier, more symbolic uses to decorative beauty and social cues. Hair accessories like these secured the famous elaborate updos of the time and were an essential part of the Gibson Girl look, with bows and ribbons being used for both daily wear and formal ornamentation.

JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION: The product is an antique Edwardian Gibson Girl red hair bow with a matching red jeweled metal barrette holder clip. This vintage accessory is designed to hold the hair in place securely while adding a touch of elegance to the wearer's look. The multi-color design and Edwardian style make it a perfect choice for special occasions, weddings, or any day you want to sport fantastic hair - adding a unique and classic touch to the outfit.

CONDITION: Great vintage condition - no damage or quirks found to mention. No quirks or damage to found to mention about the hair clip, the bow shows some minor darker areas, presumably from metal rub - but is well hidden when secured in the clip for the most part. In an excellent state of preservation and should provide many more years of enjoyment.

INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x

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