First use of kilt pins

[Bruce Scott]

Here's something that most would disagree with:

4.35 Regimental Kilt Pin. The regimental kilt pin is designed to secure the outer and inner aprons of the kilt in windy weather. The pin is adorned with the Regimental Badge. It is worn by fastening it on the right hand side of the outer apron on the second sett from the base of the apron.

From: Australian Army Standing Orders for Dress, Volume 2, Part 2, Chapter 4 - Scottish Dress

[MacCathmhaoil]

While not all of the highlanders portrayed are wearing kilt pins some do, I have two that are both c.1870. The two pins are both in the shape of a stag leg and are made from sterling silver with smokey Quartz hooves. One is about 5" long and quite heavy, the other is about 2" in length. I've often wondered if the smaller was a child's or more likely a women's kilt pin or perhaps a lapel pin as it is more detailed. I doubt that either were intended for daily use and more than likely were reserved for dress occasions.