SHAWL PIN

Antique, Edwardian Era, oval shawl pin embellished with wonderful hand-chased detailing, featuring pierced Mandarin characters that translate to
Photo courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CMA (NAJA), Global Gemology & Appraisals

Shawl pins were decorative items that were used to secure a lady's shawl or scarf.