✨Hickok Reverse Hand-Painted Fox Head Tie Guard Essex Carved Crystal Pin & Bar✨

This remarkable vintage tie guard / tack and clip / by Hickok is a rare, likely fox hunting-inspired accessory. The piece features a meticulously hand-painted fox head encased under a smooth crystal dome, creating a striking 3D effect. Designed in a Victorian style, this Edwardian heirloom accessory dates to the mid-20th century. Crafted with gold-tone metal, this tie tack includes a 1.5 sq cm tack head, a 3 cm chain, and a 3.5 cm clip, making a total length of just over 9 cm when pinned. The tie clip showcases elegant straight, twisted, and smooth parallel lines, tapering at the chain connection. A sturdy spring clip alligator clasp mechanism, strong chain, and pull-release tack pin anchor ensure reliable functionality. 💎 Key Details: Maker: Hickok, USA (marked) Era: Post-WWII, mid-20th century Style: Victorian-inspired hunting accessory Materials: Gold-tone metal with crystal dome (possibly sterling or gold-filled base, untested) Weight: 7.3 grams Dimensions: Tack head: 1.5 sq cm | Chain: 3 cm | Clip: 3.5 cm | Total length: ~9 cm Condition: Excellent vintage condition with strong, working mechanisms; heirloom quality Hickok is renowned for its men’s jewelry using sterling silver, gold, and gold-filled bases. This piece’s rare, hand-painted fox motif and exceptional craftsmanship make it a one-of-a-kind collectible, perfect for enthusiasts of vintage men’s accessories or hunting-inspired designs.