Hand Forged Iron Brooch with Rolled Ends Penannular Twisted Brooch Cloak Pin with Medival Design Viking/Norse For Cloak Shawl And Scarf Unisex Men-Women About this item This is a hand-forged brooch made of twisted carbon steel treated to look like wrought iron in the Celtic style. Brooches of this style were worn in Celtic and Germanic countries since pre-Roman times. It is worn with a loosely woven blanket-style cloak where it is easy to pierce the fabric with a thick pin like this. Our Grand Medieval Dress Cloak Pin Pennanular Renaissance Brooch is practical, functional and beautiful. These forged steel pins brooches are strong and made to be used. This beautiful brooch is hand-forged by our skilled artisans. Artful twists form the open ring ending in outward turning scrollwork at the terminals. The rotating needlepoint pin sits on top of the ring, allowing you to secure your shawl, cloak, or great kilt. This Twisted Medieval Cloak Pin a versatile addition to almost any cloak. Diameters: Approximately 2 x 2 Inches. This Twisted Medieval Cloak Pin is more than that, as it features an elegant touch of detail that makes it perfect for all classes, noble and peasant alike. The cloak pin consists of a twisted, open-edged ring, with a rotating needle pin. It is used by laying the cloak about your shoulders, and then guiding the pin through the various layers of cloak fabric. The brooch became the typical ornament of the era because it normally functioned as a fastening for a heavy tunic or cloak. The Grand Medieval Dress Cloak Pin Pennanular Renaissance Brooch was elegantly made with decorative twists and spirals to add a dramatic look to this piece. This piece is perfect for re-enactments, costumes, or Ren Fens. If you are looking for the perfect finishing touch to your ensemble, then the Iron Brooch/Cloak Pin is sure to please. Forged from iron, this decorative piece hails back to the Dark Ages and features a twist design that gives it a unique appearance. This clasp will look great fastened to a cloak or other attire. Though it is small, don't be deceived, for it is proof that little things can enhance in a big way.