1930s SCRIMSHAW CHINESE BROOCH silk tie A red oval cut stone

A red oval cut stone completes the piece

The backs have a circle of gilt gold metal and there is a simple elongated hook for the ears

whatever one desires

twists elegantly around the neck to a simple gilt hook clasp at the back

there are no other faults with the purse

1930s SCRIMSHAW CHINESE BROOCH silk tie A red oval cut stoneThis is a wonderfully detailed hand coloured scrimshaw Chinese brooch featuring a very detailed, hand etched and coloured water scene of a gold fish and pond plants, surrounded by a filigree decorative silver surround. The back of the brooch features a beautifully decorative wire formed reverse, with a safely pin and parrot closure. The back has a SILVER stamp behind the pin. The condition of this brooch is excellent. There are no cracks to the cameo,