This vintage metal pin flower frog is a compact, weighted floral arranging tool with a dense bed of pointed metal pins.
Measuring approximately 2 1/2 inches across, it can be used in a shallow bowl or vase or displayed with other old florist tools and garden collectibles.
Details
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Item: Round pin flower frog
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Era: Mid 20th century, conservative estimate
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Materials: Metal base and metal pins, exact alloys not confirmed from photos
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Color: Dark brown and black with rust orange oxidation
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Maker/Mark: No visible maker's mark
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Style: Utilitarian florist tool, industrial farmhouse
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Special Features: Weighted round base with a dense arrangement of pointed pins
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Size: Approximately 2 1/2 inches across
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Weight: 6.6 ounces
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
- Solid, weighty base remains intact.
- Dense pin arrangement is still present and firmly seated.
Issues / Wear
- Pins show visible rust, oxidation, discoloration, and accumulated surface residue.
- Some pins are uneven or slightly bent, with worn and irregular tips.
- The base shows scratches, darkened patina, edge wear, old residue, and remnants of white and red surface material.
- Pins are sharp. Handle carefully and keep away from children and pets.
See all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
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Near Fine: Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.
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Very Good: Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.
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Good: Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.
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Fair: Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.
Collector's Notes
Pin flower frogs were designed to support flower stems inside bowls and other arranging vessels.
This one suits a collector of old garden tools, florist supplies, or small industrial objects.
Its dense forest of pins, heavy base, and dark working patina give this particular piece a strong visual presence.
It is an honest old tool with plenty of use still showing.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
