{"product_id":"pins-vintage-helicoptere-paris-dore-tour-eiffel-accessoire-retro-annees-90","title":"Vintage gilded Paris helicopter pin, Eiffel Tower, 90s retro accessory","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorative pin of complex shape, depicting a stylized helicopter flying over iconic Parisian monuments, including the Eiffel Tower and a windmill reminiscent of the Moulin Rouge. The item features a shiny gold finish, with dark green and black enamel areas that accentuate the architectural contours. The visible side shows clear relief work, detailing the structures and helicopter blades, creating a striking visual effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis pin features a typical 1990s design, both in its colorful enamel and the thematic association between aviation and tourist Paris. The gilding on the raised elements offers an elegant contrast with the enameled parts, highlighting the silhouette of the windmill and the Eiffel Tower. The overall piece is compact, with a dense composition that showcases each motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface of the pin has a smooth, shiny appearance, with no visible scratches or tarnish on the visible area. The colors are uniform, the gilding remains vibrant, and the motifs are well-defined. No logo, text, or brand is visible on the front of the item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fastener, back, and any elements not visible in the photo are not described here, in accordance with the description's authenticity policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of retro accessory was frequently used as a souvenir or promotional gift in the 80s\/90s, often distributed at events or in Parisian tourist shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is, as shown in the photo. The visible side is in very good condition, with no apparent major flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nThe pin, popularized in France in the 1980s-1990s, became a symbol of pop and advertising fashion. It reached its peak during the 1998 FIFA World Cup, where it established itself as an essential collector's item and communication tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional shipping, careful packaging, and fast dispatch from France. Sold by a specialist in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Paris pin, helicopter badge, gold retro pin, Eiffel Tower souvenir, Parisian windmill, vintage accessory, enamel badge, 90s pin, Paris enamel pin, Paris badge, gold pin, 90s fashion accessory\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54325261467975,"sku":"b5c662b1-3983-4d4b-9826-28aaedc8a3d8","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_1861135c-48b1-4ab9-bbf7-f6233a2561fd.jpg?v=1783764369","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/pins-vintage-helicoptere-paris-dore-tour-eiffel-accessoire-retro-annees-90","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}