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Antique Vintage Deco 14k Rose Gold Chinese Carved Momo Salmon Coral Brooch Pin
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Antique Vintage Deco 14k Rose Gold Chinese Carved Momo Salmon Coral Brooch Pin
Price: US $192.49


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The Piece
sale Estimate:$1,000 - $2,000
Age Circa:Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings: Unmarked, Tested, Guaranteed
Country of Origin: China
Brand:Unknown
Gram Weight:10.0 Grams
Metal Type:14k Rose Gold
Metal Melt Value:$250.00 (Value All-Inclusive Weight)
Material:--
Main Stone:Momo Salmon Coral
Main Stone Measurements/Color:2\" long by 0.75\" wide, Mix of momo and salmon orange hues with white striations throughout one side of the coral
Accent Stone:--
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:--
Stone Treatment: The stone appears to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists and cannot be sure.
Stone Cuts:Carved
Item Measurements: The pin measures 2\" long by 0.75\" wide by 0.50\" deep.
Pin/Brooch Style: Standard, Lapel, & Hat Pin
Closure Type:Locking \"C\" Clasp with a safety tube locking clasp.
Convertible to Pendant: If desired, your local jeweler can add a bale to this piece so it can be worn as a pendant.
Notable Features:This brooch was handmade during the Art Deco era and is a beautiful example of Chinese export jewelry. It was most likely custom ordered from British controlled China and shipped to Europe or America. Exotic jewelry from the far east were all the rage during this era. The pin features a hand carved piece of Momo Salmon coral and includes intricate details throughout its stunning foliate design. The design was carved high relief style and includes intricately carved flowers, leaves, and other foliate details. The coral itself includes a blend of momo and salmon orange hues, with white striations throughout one side of the coral, creating a stunning and natural color pattern. The base of the brooch was custom-made for this piece of coral out of 14k rose gold. Between the prong settings and the custom-made base, the delicate coral is secured in place. Don\'t miss your chance to save this beautiful piece of history.
Damage: Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the \"Gatsby\" or \"Roaring Twenties\" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Chinese export jewelry became popular during the late Victorian period and persisted until the 1960s. During this period, Chinese craftsmen were considered by far the best in the world. The rich and wealthy would custom-order a piece through their local jeweler, who would send the design off to China to be made and sent back to Europe. This lengthy process was very expensive, making Chinese export pieces highly desirable, then and now.
Chinese stone cutters were considered some of the finest artisans in the world. They would spend years learning to hand-carve many different types of stones, and excelled in creating finely detailed pieces other artisans couldn’t even hope to compare to. Their skill was so refined that they could even carve delicate stones like coral and jade. Chinese stone cutters were so talented that Victorian era European socialites would commission pieces from them, preferring the hefty price tag that came with such high quality work to the ready availability of Western stonework.
Precious coral is harvested almost exclusively in the Mediterranean off the coasts of Italy, France, Spain, Algeria, and Tunisia. Salmon Coral has widely been valued as the rarest and most beautiful of all Coral types. During the Victorian Period only the richest of the rich could afford to have this form of coral harvested and imported into Europe and North America.
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