Posted 6 years ago
Ryanodetroit
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I just want to find out some information about this item. I’ve tried to look up the MFG online, but have come up short. Thanks for the help!
Does anyone know what this is?!? | ||
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I have one similar, different person, and I was told its a mourning pin. I looked them up a few years ago and believe that's right. Hope it helps.
It is a photographic pin or brooch. These were popular in the late 19th/ 20th century.
They were another "add on" item that photographers hawked to those visiting their studio. I wouldn't consider it an exclusive mourning item, although it certainly could be used to honor a departed relative.
scott