United Kingdom. A Commander Neck Ribbon Clasp in Gold, c.1880

Two-piece construction, in 18K Gold, weighing 8.9 grams, the main piece consisting of an elongated rectangular bar, convex in structure, with seven die-holes placed along the longer edge on one side, a second piece inserted into the opposite side with seven die-holes and housing a push release tab, and when the tab is pressed, it releases the second piece from the main piece, the die-holes on both pieces designed for the threading of the ribbon, measuring 49.5 mm (w) x 14.5 mm (h), very light contact, near extremely fine.