The decoration of this silver gilt hairpin shows a high structure, most probably a mansion. Two figures are looking out of the door opening while another one stands at the bottom of high staircase. Two other small figures dwell on a balcony. The top of the roof almost touches the clouds. A house represents Good Fortune as well as Harmony with Nature. Clouds symbolize the granting of all wishes. Brushes with plum blossoms and chrysanthemums grow on both sides of the building. A Plum blossom has five petals which represent the Five Blessings, 'Old age, Health, Wealth, Love of Virtue and a Peaceful death' while chrysanthemum flowers symbolize Longevity because of the health-giving properties of the plant. The back is formed by curling floral designs in filigree. The pin is not completely stable. The surface of the hairpin shows corrosion. Hairpins, generally known as ‘Fa-zan’ (髮簪) have always been an important symbol in Chinese culture. Women would wear bejeweled silver and gold hairpins to show their social status. Total length 14.3 cm. Width 5.0 cm. Height8.7 cm. Depth without pin 0.7 cm. Depth with pin 1.1 cm. Weight 43.8 grams.