Vtg Chinese Sterling Silver Turquoise Filigree Brooch Pin Earrings Set

Description

Details
Excellent condition.
Fresh looking, soft wear is noticeable only on close inspection.
setting has a bright patina with minor surface wear.
No dents or imperfections to the shape or signs of repair.
Turquoise stones are gleaming with no chips or surface wear.
Perhaps a couple of tiny cannetille brads are missing at the very top of the brooch which is noticeable on close inspection.
Clasp is secure and original on brooch and screw backings on earrings
Era                1940s - 50s
Length           3 3/4
”
brooch, 3/4” earrings
Width             1 5/8
”
brooch, 5/8” earrings
Mark              No mark
Weight           38 grams
Material         Tests for sterling silver, natural turquoise
Collector Note
Made by hand or in small groups of similar styles, vintage jewelry is individualistic with its own special history.
Striking silhouette to set with a prominent profile to the brooch.
Drops on the brooch dangle freely for lots of movement and sway when worn.
Excellent condition showcases the design detail and quality of construction.
BackStory
On Chinese Jewelry.
Chinese jewelry is laden with symbolism - from the symbolic meanings of the natural stones to the enamel depictions. Stones like natural jade, coral, and tourmaline were popular and carried special meanings with them. For example, jade was considered a symbol of desirable qualities, like wisdom and beauty. The stones were often doubled with meaning, as they were hand-carved into symbolic forms. True antique Chinese jewelry is carefully crafted as, as evident by the incredibly dense and delicate silver filigree and vibrant enameling that dominate many designs.
On Movement In Jewelry.
Movement in jewelry is an indicator of a higher end piece, as it demonstrates that the designer considered how the jewelry would look and feel when it was actually worn. For example, high-end pieces often adjust to different necklines or wrists for comfort and a seamless look. Other times, movement is strategically incorporated for gemstones to catch the light or to enhance the sparkle of a certain gemstone cut.
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