Vintage Italian 800 Silver Dragonfly Brooch | Coral, Cultured Pearl & Light-Transmitting Plique-à-Jour-Style Enamel

Graceful and beautifully detailed, this vintage Italian dragonfly brooch showcases exceptional craftsmanship with iridescent translucent enamel wings, a luminous cultured pearl body, and natural coral eyes. Crafted in 800 silver, the brooch bears the Italian maker's mark 79 GE 800, identifying it as the work of a silversmith registered in Genoa, Italy.

The dragonfly's wings display brilliant blue and green iridescence and transmit light when viewed against a light source, producing the delicate stained-glass effect associated with plique-à-jour-style enamel. The enamel remains largely intact, with only minor losses consistent with the age and inherently delicate nature of this enamel technique.

The dragonfly's body is formed by a cultured pearl with attractive luster, while tiny coral cabochons provide vivid red eyes. The segmented abdomen and finely detailed wings capture the elegance of a dragonfly in flight, making this a striking piece for collectors of vintage silver jewelry, fine enamels, or nature-inspired designs.

A wonderful example of mid-century Italian craftsmanship that is equally beautiful displayed in a collection or worn as a statement accessory.

Details

• Vintage Italian dragonfly brooch
• Stamped 79 GE 800
  
• Solid 800 silver
• Italian maker registered in Genoa
  
• Cultured pearl body
  
• Natural coral eyes
  
• Iridescent translucent enamel wings
  
• Wings exhibit the light-transmitting characteristics associated with plique-à-jour enamel
  
• Roll-over safety clasp
  
• Overall Dimensions: approximately 2"(w) x 1.7"(l) x .5"(d)
• Mid-20th century
  
• Very good vintage condition with minor enamel losses consistent with age and the delicate nature of the enamel work

• Designer = Circa 1920s-1940s
• Material = 800 Silver
• Metal Finish = Warm Patina
• Gemstone = Cultured Pearl
• Shape/Cut = Round
• Gem Color = White
• 2nd Gemstone = Coral
• 2nd Shape/Cut = Round Cabochon
• 2nd Gem Color = Orange-Red
• Weight (Grams) = 5.36G
• Measurements = 2"(w) x 1.7"(l)
• Condition = Very Good Antique Condition

Item Number: 20785-10

Item ID: 109526

Category: Brooch

Note: This item has been inspected and appraised by a GIA Graduate Gemologist NAJA Appraiser.

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