What-is-it Question CCXIII

[dognose]

What-is-it Question CCXIII

It's been a long time since we ran the 'What-is-it' series, hopefully we can find some more mysteries for you to crack!

This one is from 1921 and its a clip with a particular use:



For what was is used for?

Trev.

[Bahner]

...let*s get this rolling - to hold together a woman's scarf ? Regards Bahner

[dognose]

Hi Bahner,

You are close....... But not close enough!

Trev.

[juantotree]

Napkin holder to fasten onto your clothing?

Martin

[dognose]

Hi Martin,

No, not a napkin-holder. Bahner was closer, indeed, very close.

This item was available in gold, platinum, and diamond-set.

Trev.

[silverly]

Something for a lady’s scarf?

[dognose]

Hi Silverly,

No, not for a lady's scarf, but yes, we are talking head-gear for the use of this item.

Trev.

[silverly]

Hair and Bow holder?

[dognose]

Hi Silverly,

Good guess, but no, not a hair and bow holder.

Think fashion of the early 20's and and item very rarely used these days.

Trev.

[dognose]

The mystery item is a veil fastener:


Brook & Son - Edinburgh - 1921

Thanks to all who took the time to view/participate in the topic.

Trev.

[silverly]

Neat! It would be great to find one now in any grade.

[Traintime]

You stumped me with that women’s fashions of the 1920’s. In the Webster notes you have the patented veil fastener (butterfly clip) from 1895. Guess this stuff just goes in endless circles. And here’s the men’s fashion from 1919 which you posted before:



That one also came back only 101 years later. Not sure if all those surplus boxes of the masks turning up in thrift stores might be a good investment for the future of fashion.

BTW…many women were still occasionally sporting veils as late as the 1950’s and into the ‘60’s. But they were usually already incorporated into the front of the hat making it easy to flip up off the eyes. Now all they need is a ball cap and some sunblocker.