Death's Head Hawkmoth Enamel Pin

Death's-head hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos) enamel pin. Original design exclusively available at Sipsey Wilder. What is a death-head hawkmoth? They are strikingly large moths from Europe and Africa, with a skull-like marking on its thorax and the ability to squeak when alarmed, the moth was traditionally seen as an omen of death. Made famous in the film Silence of the Lambs. -Measures 1.5" x .1" -Hard enamel pin with black nickel metal plating -Double locking clasp backers