At least we believe it to be a garter belt pin clip of some kind. It's a little larger than a half dollar, and a very lovely Nouveau sculpt as only the Victorians knew how to do it. With her strong facial features perfectly etched into the ultra light tin design, not to mention resembling the popular "Gibson Girl" illustrations of said time era, (hair pulled up, surrounded by blossoming flowers and ribbon), --why, a pair of these strapped to either thigh stocking and staring back at you would likely be a bit intimidating. Or stimulating. Or both! This same gorgeous design was also utilized on brooches, pendants, chatelaine holders / belts, buckles etc...
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