<I>Bouquet holder, pin, flower and basket motif</I>

ca.1830-1920

Silver (?) bouquet holder pin. The conical vase is formed by a metal sheet stamped with a basket-weave design and has a scalloped lip. A stylized flower is applied to the center of the vase. This is a replica of the famous Edelweiss flower. On the back of the vase is a pin, which would allow it to be worn attached to the garment. Two round holes are present at top above flower and to either side for a floral pin. The pin would be inserted through the vase to pierce the stems of a bouquet in order to secure the flowers inside the holder.