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Antique Hatpin Description and Notes: Antique Hatpin Mystical Magical Seahorse Gooseberry Garnet Quality Collectible No cracks, chips. Seahorses symbolize good luck, magic, masculinity, strength, persistence, and peace. They can teach us great life lessons and are significant power and spirit animals. With its connection to nature, amber is thought to have magical capabilities. Ancient Greeks and Romans would turn to amber for healing and hope. Women, in particular, would wear amber to boost fertility. Meanwhile, other cultures subscribed to the notion that animals would reincarnate as amber. While these beliefs may be considered somewhat absurd, it didn’t prevent people from trusting them. The head is in excellent condition, solid connection, textured design, Gooseberry Garnet. Stem is straight/strong. No marks observed. Overall, excellent condition. Date: late 1800s to early 1900s. Total Hatpin Length: 11 1/2" Head dimension: 2" x 1 5/8" Rhinestone dimension: 1 5/8" x 3/4". Wonderful Collectible. Take a g ander in Teacherwebb's Store & at other items up for auction. Combined shipping available, but please do wait for an invoice from me before making a payment. All of my items are carefully wrapped to prevent any damage . Every hatpin is wrapped in acid free, museum quality tissue paper, bubble-wrapped, and stem is protected with starch peanuts. All items are insured due to sketchy carrier services; protects the buyer & seller from loss or damage. Shipping costs include: postage, insurance, handling. Please use text and photos for a complete description. Do feel free to make inquiries. A ll photos and text are the property of the seller, so please do ask before you use them in any manner. 4/29/24