Penguin Twins - Stamped Sterling- Pin Set -Faux Topaz Stones

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Vermeil sterling penguin twin pins with faux topaz pave rhinestone bellies and red eyes have just arrived from their home in Antarctica!

In Volume II of the Brunialti's American Costume Jewelry: Art & Industry: 1935-1950 on page 72 you will find the identical animal marked KTF and produced in 1937. It says that it was not patented. I also spotted a similar-different coloration-set in the book Rhinestone Jewelry-Figurals Animals & Whimsicals by Marcia "Sparkles" Brown on page 117.

These two penguins are marked sterling and have the identical design. I would conclude they are also from that era or perhaps were made in the 1940's during the war when sterling was used for costume jewelry.

They have an interesting aspect to them. One is slightly taller and their pins are reversed. No matter- as they represent a by gone era of fun. Penguins were a favorite animal for design in this time span perhaps because the tuxedo was called a penguin suit and considered de rigor for men while out on the town.

One shows a little more wear than the other and both have slightly discolored stones but nothing major for enjoying today. They polish up nicely with a jewelers cloth. Together they make a charming statement that will entice many to ask about them.

Item ID: NAG-00076