Oversized Vintage Horse Blanket Pin with Turquoise Chip Heart

Oversized vintage horse blanket type pin:

~ Big safety pin that could be used for a wide range of applications - from traditional equestrian uses to a blanket, quilt, or kilt pin to a cardigan sweater clip or brooch .... or anywhere else you might need something secured with the most unique closure
~ If you want to use this pin as a brooch - I would recommend wearing on a chunky knit sweater as the the pin is more blunt than sharp
~ Features a turquoise chip heart and shiny silver toned metal
~ Has a split ring attached to for use on a key chain - easily removed if you have other ideas for this gem
~ Not only utilitarian, but a nice decorative accent as well

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

AGE OR ERA: True vintage - lack of marks and timeless design makes this hard to date with any certainty - 1960's to 1970's would be my best guess

MARKINGS: None that I could find

METAL / MATERIAL: The entire pin is made from non-magnetic silver toned metal, the attached key ring is magnetic. Genuine bright blue turquoise chips

CLASP / CLOSURE: Tension closure, safety pin style

MEASUREMENTS: The pin itself is about 3.25" x 3/4" wide, not including the key ring

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

INTERESTING INFORMATION: Horse blanket pins evolved from large, functional fasteners for heavy wool blankets in the late 19th/early 20th century, and were mainly used by wealthy owners and military units. They later became collectible items, often large brass safety pins with numbers, and even transitioned into Scottish kilt pins for holding fabric.

JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION: The product is an oversized vintage safety horse blanket pin with a turquoise chip heart and key chain ring. This unique accessory measures 3.25 inches in size and features a silver color with a distinctive turquoise chip heart design. Perfect for equestrian enthusiasts and outdoor sports lovers alike, this blanket pin adds a touch of style and personality to your horse gear or any collection. The combination of the vintage design and the eye-catching turquoise chip heart makes it a standout piece for those who appreciate both functionality and aesthetics in their horse accessories.

CONDITION: Great vintage condition - no damage or quirks found to mention. In an excellent state of preservation and should provide many more years of enjoyment if it continues to be as well taken care of in the future as it has in the past.

INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x

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