Novelty stick pins followed whatever the age was excited about, and from about 1900 that was the motor car. The pin is modelled as a veteran open tourer with a high buttoned seat back, a bonnet running forward to a lamp and a driver at the controls, the whole thing under two centimetres long and carrying more detail than that ought to allow. Antique 18KT gold stick pin modelled as an early open motor car, the coachwork in dark green enamel, the spoked wheels in white metal with gold hubs and a driver seated at the tiller, circa 1900. The coachwork is filled with dark green enamel against polished gold, green being the racing colour Britain took at the Gordon Bennett Cup in 1903 and kept afterwards. The two spoked wheels are made separately in a white metal with gold hubs, so the wheels read as a different material from the body exactly as they did on the real thing, and the spokes are pierced right through. Motoring was new, expensive and conspicuous when this was made, and a pin like this was worn in the cravat by a man who wanted that known. Early automobilia of this kind is collected as hard by motoring enthusiasts as by jewellery buyers. The reverse is struck with a maker's punch. Dimensions - Length: 5.8 cm Width: 1.8 cm Weight: 2.55 g Specifications - Metal: 18KT gold Hallmark: Struck 18 carat Period: Circa 1900 Decoration: Dark green enamel, white metal wheels with gold hubs Fitting: Stick pin Condition : Very good antique condition. SHIPPING & HANDLING INFORMATION _______________________________ • Cleaned, Inspected & Ready to Ship All items are professionally cleaned and carefully inspected before dispatch to ensure they meet our high standards. • Fast & Secure Shipping We ship within one to two working days using express delivery. Your item will be securely packaged and fully insured throughout its journey. • International Buyers – Please Note Customs duties and import taxes may apply and are the responsibility of the buyer. These fees are not included in the item or shipping price. • What You See Is What You Get All images are of the actual item offered for sale. No stock photos. Items are photographed under professional lighting to capture every detail. • Authenticity Guaranteed We stand by the authenticity of every item we sell. Buy with total confidence. • Returns & Cancellations If a winning bidder chooses to cancel the purchase, they will be responsible for all shipping costs and any return import duties incurred by the seller. • Supportive Customer Service Questions before or after purchase? We're here to help, so don't hesitate to contact us.