Bidspirit auction | Art Deco Enamel and Seed
Art Deco Enamel and Seed Pearl Greek Key Bar Brooch - This bar brooch features a repeating meander or Greek Key pattern in light blue enamel. The geometric design is interspersed with three small, cream-colored seed pearls set into square frames. The brooch is crafted from a silver-toned metal that shows significant dark tarnish and oxidation. It is equipped with a long pin stem and a traditional C-clasp on the reverse. A worn and partially legible hallmark is located in a rectangular recessed area on the back. Visually identical pieces are attributed to early 20th-century production and often identified as 14 karat gold with a 1909 patent date. Length: approximately 1.5 inches Weight: 0.093 troy ounces. The item is in good vintage condition. The enamel and all seed pearls are present and secure. There is heavy tarnish on the metal components and light surface scratching consistent with age and use.