The Pin Brooch is made from ribbed ribbon, completely by hand. Flower's diameter is about 2 inches (~ 4.8 - 5cm) The edelweiss bloom carries a meaning of devotion, as a symbol of strength, adventure, sacrifice and courage The symbolism of devotion derives from the fact that the edelweiss flower grows in some of the toughest alpine conditions in the world. In spite of alpine extremes in the remotest places in the Swiss, German and Austrian Alps, this delicate yet hardy flower thrives.