McCLELLAND BARCLAY Sterling Vermeil Branch & Flower Bud Brooch
McCLELLAND BARCLAY Sterling Vermeil Branch & Flower Bud Brooch
This is a pleasing vintage sterling vermeil brooch design with curled leaves on a long stem. Four flower buds or berries add interest to the streamlined design. The gold-plating has a lovely matte finish. This brooch was made in the 1940s when sterling silver was used for costume jewellery due to restrictions on base metals during wartime.
Year Made: 1938-1943
Condition: very good vintage condition with some plating wear on the back
Marks: McClelland Barclay Sterling Silver
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Materials
Materials
sterling vermeil (gold plated sterling silver)
Dimensions
Dimensions
approx. 4 x 1. 5 inches
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