935 Sterling Silver and Enamel Orchid Pin or Brooch - Deco Period

Unlike most of our German-made, Art-Deco period (20s-40s) pin of this type, this one is in shades of pale yellow to russet with touches of green. It is in excellent condition with enamel in amazingly good condition and with all marcasites bright. Just enough patina to give both shine and contrast.

The pin measures 2 5/8" x 2 1/2". Nicely layered to give a 3-dimensional, sculptural appearance. The pin back clasp is a rollover safety clasp.

The only mark is the '935' mark impressed near the tip of one of the petals (see photo which is upside down). 935 refers to 935/1000 parts pure silver and is actually a slightly higher grade then 'sterling' which is only 925/1000. This is typical of pre-WWII German-made silver items.

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Item ID: twt3171