Antique Crab Stickpin with Pearl sapphire locket Its arms and legs dangle

Its arms and legs dangle and shimmer with subtle movements

that when worn

giving it fresh versatility while preserving its antique elegance

craftsmanship

Originally a tie tack dating to the 1950s–1960s

Antique Crab Stickpin with Pearl sapphire locket Its arms and legs dangleA delightful antique stickpin (circa 1900), featuring a 14k gold crab accented with a single pearl. Animal motifs were especially popular at the turn of the 20th century, often chosen for their symbolic meanings as well as their visual charm; the crab is traditionally associated with protection, resilience, and intuition. The crab motif is mounted on its original gold filled pin stem, consistent with period construction. The pin head measures