Oriental Hair Pin With Dragon
Description
Hair pin with Dragon made with metal and enamel paint. The top surface has been decorated with green and yellow enamel.
Discover the symbolism behind this Oriental Hair Pin With Dragon. According to Chinese culture, dragons, also known as loong, represent good luck, strength, health, and the male element of Yang. They are also associated with rain, water, hurricanes, and floods, and believed to possess magical powers. Additionally, dragons are the only fictional creature in the Chinese zodiac, and those born in the Year of the Dragon are believed to possess many positive traits.
Object size: 4.5x 0.5 inches
Sheath size: 3.5 x 0.25 inches
149785
Approximate Age: Unknown
Country of Origin: China
Other Dimensions: Sheath: 3.5 x 0.25 inches
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Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.