Antique, embossed silver scarf clip from 1700. Kuzco in Peru

Ancient, embossed silver scarf clip from 1700 by Kuzco in Peru. These rare pins, now collectible, were used to secure the scarf closure, overlap the edges of the scarf, and “glue” the clip to the fabric while fastening it with a hook. 

Made of unmarked silver foil, in good condition, decorated with glass paste stones. 

The round pin is crafted from embossed silver foil and decorated along the edge with glass paste stones, missing two stones arranged radially. 

It is in good preserved condition.

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