The Piecesale Estimate:$750 - $1,500
Age Circa: Mid Century C. 1933 - 1965
Markings: 18kt, Maker\'s Mark looks like a form of the letter \"P\"
Country of Origin: Unknown
Brand: Unknown
Gram Weight:6.1 Grams
Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold
Metal Melt Value:$195.00 (Value All-Inclusive Weight)
Material:Guilloche Enamel
Main Stone:Ceylon Sapphire
Main Stone Measurements/Color:The sapphires each measure 2 mm. They feature a luminescent Ceylon Blue glow to them.
Accent Stone: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --
Stone Treatment: The stones appear to be untreated, but we are not certified Gemologists and cannot be sure.
Stone Cuts:Cabochon
Item Measurements: The brooch measures 1\" long by .75\" wide.
Pin/Brooch Style: Brooch/Pin/Lapel
Closure Type:Safety Locking C 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 is made of solid 18k Yellow Gold and is very heavy in gold value. It features a beautiful Mid Century made Tropical themed Tree Frog. The frog is in a naturalposture stance with hand painted Guilloche Enameling in a green hue to make the frogseem natural. The enamel, having been made in the Guilloche style, has a beautiful glossy tint, just like a tree frog would. The eyes of the frog are set with beautiful and natural Ceylon Sapphires, the sapphires have a gorgeous luminescent glow to them due to the type of sapphire and cut.
Damage: Age appropriate wear.
*Display items do not come with purchase, item only, unless otherwise noted.*The HistoryThis beautiful piece comes from the Art Deco Era! 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.
During the Art Deco Period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Mid Century Jewelry was all about being big and bold in design and structure. This beautiful jewelry was inspired by the glamorous nature of the Hollywood regency era.
Sapphires have long been prized for both their rarity and beauty. They are considered one of the four precious gemstones along with Rubies, Diamonds & Emeralds. Long have Sapphires adorned royal jewelry and reserved for the wealthiest of clients.
In the late 19th century, Carl Fabergé elevated this craft to new heights by marrying guilloché engraving with enameling. This successful integration of metal and glass appeared soon after Michael Perchin became head-goldmaster for Fabergé in 1886. Under his direction, guilloché engraving became increasingly complex. After firing, each piece was polished by hand using a wooden wheel covered with chamois leather. These techniques were difficult and time-consuming, but Fabergé’s craftsmen made them seem like child’s play.
The trend was soon adopted by other great jewelry houses of the time, including Bolin, Cartier, Chaumet, Boucheron and Tiffany & Co. Jeweled clocks, watch cases, cigarette cases, cigar cutters, picture frames, cane heads, parasol handles, hatpins, vanity cases, combs, mirrors, lorgnettes, pens, buckles and matching button sets are just a few of the tempting trinkets in guilloché enamel that proliferated from 1890 to 1920.All packages are sent via USPS First Class Insured Mail unless another shipping option is chosen by the buyer. Buy It Now items ship for free (domestically). Shipping on sale items is priced as follows:
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