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Grasshopper Brooch Gold Silver Inlay

Offered by: Bizarre Bazaar

Description
During the Victorian period and through the Art Nouveau period, naturalisitc themes such as plants, animals and insects were popular both int he USA as well as in Europe and Asia. The detailed effect of this hand wrought piece in the Japonesque style encompasses three colors of white, yellow and rose or pink gold. Marked on reverse Patent and I believe an illegible date but looks to be late 19th century. The grasshopper is 2 inches wide and weighs 5.1 dwt.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Mixed Metals 3 Color Gold
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	1900
Metals:	Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Gender:	Men's , Ladies'
Styles / Movements:	Art Nouveau, Fine Jewelry, Victorian
Incollect Reference #:	193131

Dimensions

H.	2 in;
H.	5.08 cm;

Message from Seller:

Bizarre Bazaar, based in New York City, specializes in rare, one-of-a-kind objects of intrigue, including antique toys, vintage transportation models, and Art Deco pieces. Since 1985, they have worked with collectors and museums worldwide, and now offer their treasures online and by appointment only. Reach them at 212-517-2100 or BZRBZR@aol.com.