Antique Victorian Fox Head Essex Crystal Tie Stick Pin - Lapel Pin

An exquisite piece of history, this antique Victorian gentleman’s stick, tie that showcases a beautifully detailed miniature, hand-painted fox ‘mask’ portrait encased within Essex crystal, adding a touch of elegance and character to any Highland dress ensemble.

Perfect as a classic tie pin, but also works really well as a lapel pin on a tweed jacket. From wildlife lover to sporting gentleman this adds a little vulpine style to any wardrobe.

Pin size approx. 69mm long x 15mm wide

The fox, a symbol of cunning, intelligence, and adaptability, has left a lasting imprint on cultural and mythological narratives globally. From folklore to mythology, it is frequently depicted as a crafty trickster, outwitting both animals and humans with its wit.

What are Essex crystals?

Essex crystal pieces are formed from a rock crystal cabochon (polished domes of rock crystal with a flat base), an image or motif is then reverse carved into the flat base, and then painted, to give them impression of a three dimensional object or image encapsulated in the cabochon when viewed from above.