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This listing is for an item from Seller's personal collection, which encompasses a lifetime's joy discovering unusual, sometimes quite rare, items. Specifically, this listing is:

This vintage religious lapel brooch features the word "Faith" rendered in a script font over a gold-tone bar base, complete with a dangling globe charm that houses a real mustard seed. Inspired by the biblical passage in Matthew 17:20—stating that faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains—these inspirational pieces were popular keepsakes manufactured primarily during the mid-to-late 20th century (circa 1960s–1980s) by various costume jewelry makers such as Coro, Avon, and unbranded Christian supply companies. Crafted from gold-tone base metal alloy with a pin-back roll-over clasp and a clear lucite or glass dome charm, it measures approximately 1 inch wide by 1 inch tall. A fun detail of this classic piece is how the floating mustard seed moves slightly inside the magnifier globe, serving as a tangible daily reminder of hope, strength, and encouragement.

This would be a great addition to a personal collection, for decorative display, or other use.

The item is in very good to excellent condition for its age, with any noteworthy condition observations listed below. Please note many details are in the Item Specifics section, which eBay requires. Funky lighting and coloration visible in images are a result of scanning or photography -- Seller is not a professional!

Condition Notes: See photos. Pre-owned vintage condition. The gold-tone finish remains bright with minimal surface wear. The pin mechanism works securely. The dangling charm contains a visible mustard seed sealed inside a lucite/acrylic globe with light age-related patina around the bezel setting.

Rulers, stands, or props in photos are not included with this item. Any newspaper clippings or similar images that are not specifically taken of or from the item are included for information only.

Seller is not responsible for uninsured loss. We are renowned for packaging and shipping, and we do our best to ensure your item is received as described. But we are not the mail or package handlers.

"Best Offer" option is disabled. However, Seller is very willing to negotiate with Buyers who present serious offers for bundle deals or higher-priced items. Please send a message with details.

Seller will combine shipping on items closing within 3 days of each other. Please let Seller know if you are watching or bidding on other items.

This seller's individual account is independent, but the seller encourages you to check out the individual accounts of family members. We are divesting of thousands of treasures from individual lifetime collections and the inherited inventory of a family business that began in 1955.

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