• German "arrow of virtue" (4)
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Width : 4 3/4 inch
  • Height : 6 1/2 inch
  • Depth : 1/8 inch
  • Group of 3 flat hairpins traditionally used in Germany and called "arrow of virtue". Only young women wore it as a proof of their virtue before to get married.They are made of carved brass, with an elaborate top, all with cherub heads.