Industrial Brass Electrical Split Pin (Non-Gold)
Industrial Hardware / Electrical Connector · Brass Alloy (Copper and Zinc)
Purity: 0% Gold Content - Not Karat Gold
Type
Industrial Hardware / Electrical Connector
Purity
0% Gold Content - Not Karat Gold
Gold Type
Brass Alloy (Copper and Zinc)
Weight
15g - 25g
Description
This is a utilitarian industrial component, specifically an electrical split pin or a brass alignment dowel. It features a solid collars on the left side with a visible screw terminal, and a slotted expanding neck on the right designed to provide friction within a socket. The material is brass, which is an alloy of copper and zinc, often mistaken for gold due to its yellowish hue.
Key Features
Longitudinal expansion slot and a perpendicular screw-hole terminal in the base section.
Color & Finish
Dull yellow brass with heavy abrasive scratches and machine-turned finish
Hallmarks & Stamps
None visible; lacks gold purity marks (K or 000)
Dimensions Estimate
Approximately 40mm length by 8mm diameter
Gemstones & Inlays
None
Clasp & Closure
Screw-down terminal connector (mechanical)
Chain & Links
Solid machine-turned cylinder with a longitudinal expansion slot
Craftsmanship Details
Mass-produced via lathe turning and industrial milling; functional rather than artistic.
Authentication Indicators
Color is too 'brassy' (greenish/brownish undertones), weight-to-size ratio is too light for gold, presence of an industrial slot and screw hole, lack of precious metal hallmarks.
Origin & Maker
Generic hardware manufacturer; likely electrical or plumbing supply
Era & Period
Modern Industrial
Age Estimate
Likely 1990s to present
Cultural Significance
Represents the shift from precious metals to industrial alloys for conductive and structural efficiency.
Condition Notes
Poor / Heavy Wear - Surface exhibits deep gouges and abrasive scratches consistent with wrench or plier use.
Value Estimate
Melt value of scrap brass (approx. $0.05 - $0.10 USD). No gold value.
Care & Maintenance
Does not require jewelry care; if used for electrical purposes, keep clean with a wire brush or contact cleaner.
Similar Items
Brass plumbing fittings, gold-plated electrical contacts, or yellow-metal jewelry findings.
Interesting Facts
Brass has been called 'Poor Man's Gold' for centuries and is often used in musical instruments and marine hardware due to its acoustic properties and corrosion resistance.