Description
Estate Find Antique (pre 1880) satsuma hat pin in shape of butterfly Decorated in enamel with gold, white, blue & pink Shimazu Mon clan crest on back, which is a circle with a cross inside. This clan ruled in Satsuma until 1880 Very good condition with rubbed off gold on the top butterfly corners No breaks or chips noted 6" L; butterfly top - 1.25" W x 1" L Tests positive for nickel silver Beautiful, rare item for the discerning collector of satsuma or hat pins! Shipped with complete insurance