1 1862 Victorian Nail Cover Marked "1862" Decorative Hinged Nail Embellishment

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1 Victorian Nail Cover. Marked "Patented Oct. 15, 1862" Looks like Rhodium, Non-rusting Decorative Nail Head Embellishment, Nail Cover on picture hanging nails, Pictures, Frames, Mirrors, Escutcheon, Tiny Hardware Back Plate, GIFT, Scrapbooking, Dated Collectible Curio . .90 EACH.
These are in excellent condition.
They did not need polished.  I suppose they could be plated.
Of course, when you hang a picture on a string by a nail, you can't just let the nail show! When it comes to out-and-out "panache" it is hard to beat the brilliance of the Victorian era. Flourishes, scrollwork, a love of classicism and flair - all are endearing characteristics of "the Heroic Era." Every aspect of Victorian art; from its obsession to detail and workmanship to its affair with all things Rococo - define it as a triumph for its nameless, forgotten artists.
They are so ornate & pretty. My next listing will be as a pendant for necklace here on Ebay.
They are 1 3/4 inches long x 7/8" & 3/8 inch deep. ITB 74
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