{"product_id":"vintage-metal-flower-frog-2-inch","title":"Vintage Metal Flower Frog 2 Inch Round Pin Holder Kenzan Floral Arranging Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage metal flower frog is a 2 inch round floral arranging tool with a heavy metal base and a dense cluster of pointed pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pins are firmly attached with no loose pieces, while the brown metal surface shows dark oxidation, weathering, and wear from use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal flower frogs have been used for generations to hold flower stems in place inside bowls and vases. In Japanese flower arranging, this type of pin holder is called a kenzan, meaning sword mountain. Beyond flowers, this little piece can hold postcards, photographs, small notes, or letters upright on a desk or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-home-decor\" title=\"Vintage metal flower frog\"\u003eVintage metal flower frog\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round pin flower holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, exact decade not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal base and pointed metal pins. Exact metal composition not confirmed from photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged copper brown with dark oxidation and blackened areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e No visible maker's mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round pin style flower frog, also called a kenzan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rustic, industrial, traditional floral arranging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base approximately 2 inches in diameter. Pin arrangement approximately 1 3\/4 inches across. Overall height approximately 1 inch. Product weight 4.3 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense arrangement of pointed pins set into a solid circular base. Suitable for supporting flower stems or displaying paper items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This flower frog is a solid, usable piece with firmly attached pins and visible surface wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll visible pins remain attached to the base, with no loose pins reported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe round base retains its original form and has no visible separation between the upper pin holder and lower rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pointed pins remain arranged in a dense circular grouping, allowing stems or paper items to be positioned between them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe solid metal construction gives this small piece enough weight to serve as a freestanding holder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe underside retains its recessed circular shape, with several small manufacturing holes visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flower frog measures approximately 2 inches across, making it suitable for smaller flower arrangements and compact displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe metal base has widespread brown oxidation and darker areas around the upper and lower edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeveral pins show dark blackened patches and surface buildup, particularly near their pointed ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe metal surface has an uneven weathered finish with visible scratches and discoloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe underside has gray oxidation, darkened edges, scattered marks, and residue around several small holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome pin tips show heavier surface oxidation than others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pins are sharp and should be handled carefully, especially when using the piece to display paper items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you collect vintage metal flower frogs, this compact round holder offers a useful piece of floral arranging history that can still hold flowers, postcards, or small keepsakes. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50665836970239,"sku":"H1-T1-3584","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Vintage_metal_flower_frog.jpg?v=1792104368","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-metal-flower-frog-2-inch","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}