Antique Vintage Mid deals Century Sterling Silver Israeli Turquoise Pin Brooch 5.4g

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Item Description by: Angela A.

The Piece

Age Circa: Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965

Markings: "Made in Israel" on the back of the brooch, tested, and guaranteed

Country of Origin: Israel

Brand: Unknown

Gram Weight: 5.4 grams

Metal Type: .925 sterling silver

Material: --

Main Stone: Turquoise

Main Stone Measurements/Color:
-Diameter: 3.89 mm
-Color: opaque bright blue hue with grey spiderwebbing

Accent Stone: Faux pearl

Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
-Diameter: 3.1 mm
-Color: lustrous white hue
-Stone Treatment: The turquoise stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Faux pearls are a manufactured stone.

Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.

Stone Cuts: Carved and polished round cabochon turquoise, rounded and polished faux pearls

Item Measurements:
-Length: 1.35"
-Width: 1.04"

Closure/Clasp Type: Pin stem with a locking "c" clasp

Convertible: If desired, your local jeweler can attach a bale to this piece, so it can be worn as a pendant

Notable Features:
-This brooch was handmade during the Mid-Century era in Israel
-Composed of .925 sterling silver
-Features a center turquoise cabochon with a bright blue hue and grey spiderwebbing
-The turquoise is surrounded by three rows of faux pearls, each with a lustrous white hue
-Rope twist motifs border each stone, while rounded wire twist designs adorn the border
-Finished with a locking "c" clasp and pin stem for secure wear

Damage: Age appropriate wear. One faux pearl is missing from the brooch, but this does not affect wear. The faux pearls also have small holes drilled through their centers, and what appears to be jewelry adhesive is visible by several pearls. The side of the brooch is also bent in one area. The price has been deals reduced to reflect this.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.

Turquoise is found all over the world and has been a popular semi-precious stone used in jewelry and art for thousands of years by many different cultures; from prehistoric times to the present. Turquoise comes in many beautiful color variations; from the popular bright solid sky-blue hues to dark blue hues with dark spiderwebbing throughout, as well as aqua, teal, and many green varieties, and even some rare white with dark spiderwebbing.



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