This appears to be a piece of silver or gold jewelry used to fasten a cloak or cape. In addition to this mundane task, it can absorb magic missiles of the sort generated by spell or spell-like ability. A brooch can absorb up to 101 points of damage from magic missiles before it melts and becomes useless. Aura : Faint abjuration Caster Level : CL1st Prerequisites : Craft Wondrous Item, Shield Price : 1,500 gp