- Description
- Specifications
A charming vintage English scenic brooch from the mid 20th century, c1948! Made of sterling silver, this Birmingham hallmarked piece features guilloche enamel and a wonderful topographical hand painted artwork of a stone bridge in a unique squircle design.
The beautiful scene has a white guilloche border and is finely hand painted with a tranquil landscape scene with a historic three-arch stone bridge over a flowing river - the palette of colours is exquisite. A pin and c-connection secures the piece.
The reverse bears English hallmarks for Birmingham origin and the date latter stamp 'Y' denotes manufacturing year 1948. There is also 'Q.P ' stamped to the side which is likely the makers mark - unfortunately the maker is not noted on the UK silver makers marks website.
The size of the brooch measures 3.90cm (1 & ½") square.
Video of the brooch can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wJTXTYuG3hs
A wonderful piece of miniature artwork, perfect for any vintage brooch lover!
| Mid-century, c1948 | |
| Sterling silver | |
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| Set of Birmingham stamps - 'anchor' (denoting Birmingham), 'rampant lion' letter 'Y' (denoting year 1948), and makers marks 'Q.P' | |
| 13.81 grams | |
| 3.90cm (1 & ½") | |
| The condition of the vintage brooch is excellent. Besides general surface wear and patina, this brooch presents in superbly with no nicks or damage to the guilloche enamel or hand painting. The pin clasp works well retaining good tension |
