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    Got one for Christmas.....any one have one or know what it is ...
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    Brooch pin, used to keep a cloak or plaid around the shoulders. That's a nicely done, hand forged piece.

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    That’s what it is,
    “ I,m getting the impression that everyone thinks I have TIME to fix their bikes”

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    Yep
    My grandma had one
    If you don't care where you are, you are not lost.

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    Also great for self defence - a quick stab in the eye to an attacker.
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    Oh, i thought it was a ten dollar bill . Seriously, a beautiful work of art, (now i'm going to have to try a make something similar in the smithy).

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    Is the pointy piece locked in place somehow so it doesn't move around the ring? Eye removing tool. Nice!
    It's just Sharpening, right?
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    Interesting snake scrolls on the ends. I may have to try them too. Not sure where though. Not much call for broach pins these days.

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    Look up matchcoat.

    Could also double as a striker if needed.
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    That's a nice one! Something quite similar is sold on line at:

    https://www.survivalresources.com/or...ategory_id=151

    Happy New Year!
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