American (19th Century)
Aesthetic Period Swallow Brooch, c. 1860-1880’s
engraved, 14k yellow gold
2″ long x 7/16″ high
5.8 grams
An American made yellow gold brooch engraved with flying swallows among flowers in an Aesthetic fashion, unmarked it tests as 14 karat gold, made c. 1860-1880’s. The pin rotates on a tube hing/joint and closes into a protected c-catch clasp.
Condition: Antique, Excellent
For Accuracy: an Antique it shows expected light signs of age, this results in a nice natural patina. The hinge and clasp are in excellent working order.
