19th Century Italian Gold and Lava Rock Stick Pin.

Atop this pin is a bust of Giuseppe Garibaldi(1807-1882). Known as an accomplished politician and successful general in Italy, he was instrumental in its unification (Risorgimento) and the creation of the Kingdom of Italy in 1861. He became a symbol for national independence and liberalism and admired around the world by many intellectuals of the time.

2.5” h x .5” w