Object Description
Silver filigree pin. Top section with red stone and two filigree teardrop pendants on sides. Bottom section has red and green stones with three filigree teardrop pendants. Hook at top for attaching to garment.
Origin
Donated by Suzanne Salimbene. The pin was handmade in Greece, and was most likely part of a women's Sarakatsani costume. Suzanne got the pin while living in Greece circa 1965-1982.
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Citation
Pin, 1965 – 1982, Suzanne's Collection, National Hellenic Museum, https://hellenic.whirlihost.com/Detail/objects/8373. Accessed 05/09/24.