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Scatter Pin

Jewelry

Rectangular Mother of Pearl in delicate brass setting with some stamped details covered in silver gilt. There are four decorative prongs at each corner attached to the frame that holds the rectangular piece of Mother of Pearl, which has wavy lines of green, peach and creme. In the center and attached by rivet is a decorative filigree piece of brass centered with a prong-held clear rhinestone. Four tabs attached to the frame hold the Mother of Pearl from the back. Round hinge and c clasp. Rhinestone is backed by foil which can be seen in the opening of the rivet. Pin stem extends past the c clasp. 1 3/16" wide 15/16" long

2025.16.242

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Jewelry

Historic Costume

1900 - 1920

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