This beautiful item from Tiffany & Co. is a vintage hatpin (also called a hat stick or decorative pin).
Popular from the Victorian era through the early 20th century, women used these long, elegant pins to securely fasten large hats to their hair. The long stem goes through the hat and hair, while the decorative end (often a pearl, gem, or in this case a small sphere) sits visibly as an accessory.
This particular piece features a delicate woven or textured handle and a classic ball end, making it both functional and a statement of style. High-end versions from Tiffany were luxury items.
Finding one in the family is a lovely piece of history
