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What is the meaning of the 5 point tin star?

5 point tin stars are very popular as home decor where I live in Western New York. I recently purchased one and was told the five points have different meanings- I think hope, love, and prosperity were three of them. Anyone know the other two or alternative meanings?

Thanks!

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  • Chris
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago
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    it represents a nautical star which only meaning I can come apart is something sailors used to hope for a safe return home. Now adays its just become something more decorative then meaningful. Probably considered more along the lines of patriotic

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