The Large Viking Penannular Brooch adds function, interest, and authenticity to your reenactment, Ren faire, or LARP look. This historical open ring pin handcrafted from wrought is ideal for fastening a cloak in place or accenting other aspects of your outfit. The round frame is smooth and narrow, and the attached pin can be moved along this frame. The end of the pin tapers to a point for piercing through. Inspired by penannular brooches from Viking times and the Middle Ages, this historical cloak pin is a fantastic choice for medieval penannular brooch and fantasy styles. As this item is crafted by hand forged. How to use: First off, if you're piercing your fabric to use this, you're doing it wrong. The pin is too thick, Cloak pins are more properly a form of clasp. People hear pin and lose their senses. Would a cotter of old put holes and stress on hard to find fabric? That makes no sense to us. This pin is made to cloak one of those tweed wool blankets commonly found. (Size of ring correlates to heft of fabric) Pull two corners over your shoulders to form the basic cloak shape. Like a kid playing superman. Place the ring over the top of these two parts you're holding. The pin goes under the fabric and binds it. Pass the pin through the gap and twist the ring capturing the pin. It's not as hard as it sounds. If you're doing it wrong, correct it and save your cloak or blanket.