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Vintage Blue Ribbon #5 METAL FLOWER FROG 
Antique Arranger Holder 1 of 3
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I love the shape of these vintage hairpin flower frogs from the 1930's; the center holders look like elongated hearts when viewed from the side. Manufacturers mark on the bottom reads, "Blue Ribbon Flower Holder Co., #5, Pat. No. 2029645, Hawthorne, N.Y." Its heavy round lead base and metal hairpin wire form has a 3-1/2” bottom diameter and stands approx. 2-1/4"T. It’s the 1st of 3 I’m offering this week…if you win more than one I’ll be sure to include a flat rate to save on shipping.

I tucked away these original advertising instructions  from a previous one I sold...

Your new flower holder will give you a lifetime of pleasure.
Versatile – It can be used with any stem size, at any angle; in any container, tall or flat.
It is inconspicuous to use, even when higher than the container.
As you practice, you’ll find that small stems will slip in easily and hold firm. Be sure that a small stem is at an angle and resting in the “notch” at the top of each pin. Build up from the sides working towards the center. For larger arrangements it’s a good idea to anchor your holder with Vogue Stickum or good floral clay.

This great old frog still retains a good portion of its original grassy green paint on its lead base and elongated holders with no bent or missing wires.  Simply a classic gem and a great choice for your collection!

Please study my photos and consider them as part of my description.  Know my items are guaranteed to be as described in both photos and text so buy with confidence.
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Thanks a bunch for your consideration and for stopping by. I truly appreciate all my customers...both old and new!


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I box & weight items before shipping rates are quoted to ensure accuracy & offer a First Class rate whenever possible with your shipping budget in mind.
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In addition to offering the highest care in packaging my items using lots of packaging peanuts, bubble wrap and correct size boxes, insurance is now included in the U.S.
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I combine shipping on purchases of multiple items as long as they can be safely shipped together. Simply send me a quick email to let me know that you intend to purchase another item shortly.
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Upon receipt of your payment, shipment will be same day if time permits; otherwise expect next business day.
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Purchase with confidence. I guarantee all of my items with a 100% purchase price refund if your item fails to meet your expectations in person.

If an item needs to be returned due to a fault on my part I will certainly pay for the return shipping. In most other circumstances the buyer is responsible for return shipping and insurance costs. Items must be returned in the same condition that it was received.