Countries of the Far East, primarily China, India and Japan, have an ancient tradition in beadmaking. The oldest beads found in China were of stone, made about 16,000 BC, and found in the Neolithic caves at Shou-kou-dian. The written character for “jade” and “bead” is actually the same in Chinese and Japanese. Beautiful beads made of such wonderful components as porcelain, glass, ceramic, crystal and precious metals continue to be made by the gifted artisans in these countries, and exported all over the world.
Both classic and contemporary, what more could you ask for? Each hat pin is designed with three beautiful Chinese Tahitian black glass pearls, with silver plated heishi beads and silver plated filigree bead caps interspersed between them. This limited edition Waltzing Willow hat pin measures 5" from end to end. A clutch is included so the jewelry piece may be worn as a stick pin if desired. Simply elegant.
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