Double Griffin - Pewter Pin
Double Griffin - Pewter Pin. Size 1" X 1 1/2" in hand cast jeweler's pewter. The griffin is a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. As the lion was traditionally considered the king of the beasts and the eagle the king of the birds, the griffin was thought to be an especially powerful and majestic creature. Griffins are normally known for guarding treasure. In antiquity it was a symbol of divine power and a guardian of the divine. This pin has two pins cast in place and comes with a pinchback type tack clasps. Great for Renaissance, Medieval, Elizabethan, Viking or any modern impression.