Vintage 12 Tribes brooch made of plastic turquoise stones/ cabochons and silver toned metal. It?s a Boho hippie style that measures - Length: 1 1/2 Inches; Width: 1 1/2? high. According to Wikipedia: The Twelve Tribes, formerly known as the Vine Christian Community Church,the Northeast Kingdom Community Church,the Messianic Communities,and the Community Apostolic Order,is a movement that is defined as either a cult or a new religious movement. It was founded by Gene Spriggs and sprang out of the Jesus movement in 1972 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.The group calls itself an attempt to recreate the 1st-century church as it is described in the Book of Acts. The pin is 2 1/4" wide and 1 1/2" high ( 5.715cm x 3.81cm) This is a true statement piece, for a warrior man or woman, tribal by design and archetypal..it echoes of all the ancient tribes from all the ages!!! well done whomever created this piece... Thank you for visiting our store and please check out all our other great items! Please see all photos for condition and measurements. Please ask any questions prior to purchasing. We are happy to combine shipping in the USA!