Rare antique shops anglo indian silver alloy shawl or turban pins / antique indian silver peacock brooch / WOIUSA

shops This is a very unusual 19th (or possibly even 18th) century Indian silver pin either meant to fasten a shawl or used as a decoration in a turban. (I think turban pin is more likely however I can't find a comparable example) They are probably anglo-indian, meant to be sold to well to do foreigners instead of something locals would wear themselves. The metal is a low grade silver alloy, possibly from melted down coins.

Condition is good overall with general wear. The pin is a bit bent (a jeweler could straighten them if you wanted.) This is a larger and heavier example, I also have some smaller ones available at a cheaper price.

Item is sold as-is.

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