• Chinese ruyi shaped hairpin
  • Asia
  • China
  • Width : 3/4 inch
  • Height : 3 3/4 inch
  • Depth : 3/8 inch
  • This hairpin was worn as a talisman. It is made of wood coloured with cupper like painting. Its ruyi 如意 shape is related with the ceremonial scepter in Chinese Buddhism.