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Authentic Vintage Fred Harvey Era Southwestern Thunderbird Pin
Up for sale is a spectacular, collector-grade piece of American history: a genuine Fred Harvey Era Southwestern souvenir pin, dating from the late 1930s to the early 1950s. This iconic piece beautifully encapsulates the golden age of American Route 66 and railway travel.
Key Features & Collector Details:
• Iconic Motif: The pin features a beautifully stylized, hand-stamped Thunderbird, the definitive symbol of power, strength, and good fortune in Southwestern tourist jewelry.Masterful Hand-Stamping: The wings and tail feathers feature crisp, uniform geometric Native American stamp work that catches the light beautifully.Natural Turquoise: Set squarely in the center is a gorgeous, vibrant natural turquoise cabochon stone secured by a classic bezel.Historic Construction: It is stamped \'STERLING\' in the classic mid-century uppercase block font on the reverse and features its original, fully functional roll-over safety clasp mechanism.Untouched Patina: The silver boasts a magnificent, rich natural dark patina that emphasizes the depth of the stampings. It is being sold exactly as-found; we have intentionally left it unpolished to preserve its historical integrity and vintage character (highly valued by collectors!).Specifications:
• Dimensions: Approximately 1\" x 1\" (The perfect, highly wearable size for a lapel, jacket, or hat pin).Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age. No loose settings, cracks, or repairs.Don\'t miss the chance to add this pristine piece of mid-century Americana to your collection or give it as a legendary gift. A true survivor from the historic Southwest tourist boom!
