Rare vintage Shell DK dairy cow Danish costume enamel pin

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Visual Description

This vintage pin depicts a typical scene from Danish folk imagery, with a woman in traditional costume standing next to a stylized dairy cow. The whole piece is made of colored enamel, with flat areas of green, red, yellow, and beige, evoking the vibrant colors of Scandinavian folklore. The pin's shape conforms to that of the figures, without a classic rectangular background, which gives it a more decorative and elaborate look.

The lower part of the pin features a red cartouche incorporating the recognizable Shell brand logo (a stylized yellow shell on a red background) and the letters "DK," the international abbreviation for Denmark. The details of the woman's costume are highlighted by golden lines and distinct color areas, including a red dress with green patterns and a beige apron.

The entire visible surface shows raised enamel, with silver contours visible on the edges of the pin. The item has a glossy finish on the front, typical of advertising pins from the 1980s-1990s, with no indication of a precise era but with a strong retro style.

The cow is depicted in profile, head down, while the woman holds what appears to be a bucket or a rectangular yellow object, probably an accessory related to milking or farm life. The colors remain vibrant, although there are some traces of wear or slight marks on certain areas of the varnish, especially on the prominent edges.

The back fastening of the pin is not visible in the photo, but the presence of a golden gleam on the side suggests a classic butterfly clutch for this type of item.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The front shows minor signs of wear, some micro-scratches, and slight enamel losses, visible on the raised areas and edges.

Did you know? Advertising pins were very popular in the 80s-90s, used by major brands like Shell to promote their identity during events, marketing campaigns, or as customer gifts. The folk motif and the "DK" inscription indicate a series dedicated to Denmark, often distributed in European Shell service stations during that period.

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