Vintage Sterling Silver & Enamel 1.9” (4.8cm) Galleon Brooch / Pin – c1970

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Vintage Sterling Silver & Enamel 1.9” (4.8cm) Galleon Brooch / Pin – c1970:
$48.71

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This very unusual novelty brooch is made from silver in the form or a galleon. The front is enamelled (please see the condition report below) there are decorative stones including a fringe of hard stones around the deck and two lines of Marcasite, and the anchor swings on its chain. Unfortunately, there aren’t any marks on this piece. However, I have personally tested it and will fully guarantee that it is made from sterling grade silver. The use of hard stones for decoration leads me to believe it may be Scottish in origin and I would think it dates to around the 1970’s.
The silver is in good condition and the pin works well (although it’s slightly kinked) as does the locking clasp. Unfortunately, as you’ll see from the photos, there is damage to the enamel. To the sails and Flag, there are some areas of missing enamel and larger areas where the colour has faded or the enamel has worn and these things are noticeable. There is one stone missing from the line of Marcasite at the bottom. These issues are reflected in the asking price for what, I believe, is still a very beautiful piece.
Approximate - 4.8 cm (1.9”)
Width - 3.8 cm (1.5”) maximum
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