Q: How does this brooch fasten and how big is it?
A: It features a safety‑pin style mechanism that opens and closes like a classic pin for easy placement on fabric. Approximate measurements are 5 cm high, 7 cm wide and 0.5 cm deep—ideal for lapels, coats and knitwear.

Q: Is it solid silver?
A: The finish is silver‑tone, referring to the colour rather than solid sterling silver. Céline costume jewellery is typically crafted from plated base metals such as brass with a metallic finish unless explicitly marked otherwise.

Q: What do the charms represent?
A: The design includes a star ball and Céline’s Arc de Triomphe motif. The Triomphe emblem was inspired by the chain surrounding Paris’s Arc de Triomphe and is a signature house code seen throughout Céline collections.

Q: Will a brooch damage my clothes?
A: Use sturdier fabrics like wool, denim or tweed for the most secure hold. For delicate materials (silk, chiffon), place a small piece of felt behind the fabric or use a magnetic brooch converter to avoid piercing. Pin through seams or thicker knit stitches where possible and avoid repeated pinning in the same spot.

Q: How should I care for the silver‑tone finish?
A: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wear. Keep away from moisture, perfumes, lotions and hairspray, which can dull or accelerate wear of plating. Store separately in a soft pouch, and avoid abrasive cleaners or silver dips that can strip plated surfaces.

Q: Any tips on how to style it?
A: Pin it to a blazer lapel, the shoulder of a dress, or use it to secure a scarf or pashmina. Safety‑pin styles also look modern clustered with other brooches on a coat or positioned off‑centre on knitwear for a contemporary look.

Q: Can I wear it without piercing fabric?
A: Yes—pair it with a magnetic brooch converter on delicate garments, or thread it onto a ribbon or chain to wear as a pendant alternative. Both methods protect fine fabrics from pin holes.

Q: What is included with my purchase?
A: Everything supplied is listed under product information on this page. If an item such as a box or dust bag is not mentioned there, it is not included.

Q: What does Very Good Condition mean here?
A: This piece shows light, sympathetic signs of wear consistent with age and careful use. Expect a shiny finish with minor surface scratches on the hardware, as reflected in the photos.