Double Flower Chain Brooch - Acquired from an Antique Shop in the Netherlands [Graduation Gift] Christmas Gift Box

Double Flower Chain Brooch, acquired from an antique shop in the Netherlands. A brooch, also known as a lapel pin, is a piece of jewelry attached to clothing with a clasp. It can also be considered a decorative pin. Typically made of metal, they are often adorned with gemstones, enamel, and other embellishments. Brooches can serve purely as decoration or function to fasten clothing, such as robes, capes, or scarves. The history of brooches dates back to the Bronze Age, and their evolving forms have been used in archaeology to help date artifacts. Contemporary brooches are generally worn by women and can be pinned to the chest, shoulder, hat, or even incorporated into hairstyles. As a relatively large form of jewelry, brooches offer considerable design freedom and are easily noticeable when worn. Brooches encapsulate a variety of customs, sentiments, and fashion elements within their design. Common forms include orchids, diamond rings, ovals, fans, butterflies, musical instruments, floral and leaf motifs, ingot shapes, animals, abstract symbols, and human figures.