Opening Miniature Scissors

Estimated era

Mid-20th century, likely 1950s–1960s; exact year unknown

Research notes

Marked INTERCAST. Surviving Intercast miniature-tool sets are associated with Gries Reproducer Corporation and included tiny mechanical tools made to mimic the real thing. These miniature scissors still open and close, preserving the working movement that made the novelty so appealing.

Provenance notes

Well supported

THE DETAILS

The numbered piece is sold individually. Mainstay hardware is separate.

How to Wear

Clips onto The Mainstay or Mainstay Mini.

Attachment

14k gold-filled ring added for attaching to the Mainstay or Mainstay Mini.

Choose your MainstayCompare the Mainstay and Mainstay Mini

SOLD · ARCHIVE RECORD

This piece has found a home, but its story remains in the Archive.