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This is a beautifully crafted mixed-metal hinged brooch featuring both 14K and sterling silver, signed "AW". The top segment is … Read more This is a beautifully crafted mixed-metal hinged brooch featuring both 14K and sterling silver, signed "AW". The top segment is hand painted with a hyacinth macaw (a large cobalt blue parrot native to South America). The lower section incorporates opal inlays with cabochon moonstones. The inscription inside quotes James 3:7-8: "For every kind of beast and bird is tamed and hath been tamed but the tongue can no man tame." The piece is designed by an American Studio jeweler, Aldrich Wright who was active in the 1980s and 90s. Condition is excellent. The piece could easily be converted to be a pendant. Dimensions: Length: 2", Width: 1 3/8" (the gold is 1 1/2") , Weight: 19.58 grams See less
- Styles
- American
- Brooch Height
- 50 mm
- Primary Stone Shape
- Unique
- Brooch Width
- 34 mm
- Primary Stone
- Opal
- Primary Stone Creation
- Natural
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- 14K Gold
- Moonstone
- Opal
- Sterling Silver
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Condition is excellent. Condition is excellent. less
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