JAPANESE (16) 6MM AKOYA PEARLS STERLING WREATH CIRCLE BROOCH PIN VINTAGE

Description: From the much missed Old Fort Lowell Historic Neighborhood's annual antiques fair some years ago is this visually appealing I believe 1930's to perhaps early 1950's sterling silver wreath circle brooch - generously embellished with sixteen (16) luminous 6mm round Ayoya pearls set in pairs. Those pearls are of good color and nicely matched, being further elevated by hand chased silver leaves placed between. This wearable artwork is almost certainly a high quality Japanese prewar or early occupation period bring back, and in this case heads above any more commonly configured leafless example of the era. Have a look at those pics to see the truth of that. For those who genuinely prefer the way things were, real and just perfect for that next special occasion. There is a clear "silver" mark, a typical oriental indication of sterling or better fineness. Weight is very good for the form at about 9.1 grams on my portable digital scale. Condition is quite fine with a subtle aura of time to the silver surfaces. Be aware I have avoided every urge to refresh away or "improve" upon any natural toning - you want that done you do it. The pearls are all well preserved and beyond any other consideration were obviously chosen for their almost glowing luster. The pin and its distinctive older style locking clasp work exactly as they should. All usual and expected signs of previous occasional service simply validate a history of treasured keeping. A look at the pics should give a good idea of appearance and condition. Size is about 1 5/8 in. across at the leaves. If you look to vintage for qualitative superiority over that stuff at the mall, or simply wish a single immediate improvement to the ambiance of any day you chose, this will have great meaning for you. inkfrog terapeak

Price: 89.99 USD

Location: GREAT SOUTHWEST

End Time: 2025-01-09T02:38:03.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.95 USD