Antique Art Nouveau Brooch Enhancer 14k Gold Amethyst 2 Peacocks American (6511)

  

Antique Art Nouveau brooch / enhancer pendant. 14k yellow gold, amethyst and emeralds.

Measurements: Approximately 1 1/4 inches from side to side. Description : Brooch or hanging enhancer / pendant that can be attached to a chain or necklace by a twisted long loop. Small but beautiful brooch with many features of the late 19th century / Art Nouveau and Etruscan Revival jewelry. A pair of peacocks face away from each other. They are superimposed by a pair of long wings and their bodies morph into rings of gold, much like mermaids in Art Nouveau jewelry. A lotus flower forms the terminal at the bottom of the brooch. The pair of wings is separated by an oval amethyst of a deep purple that contrasts strongly with the bright yellow of the gold metal. The eyes of the peacocks appear to be emeralds, but are too small to test. Bodies of peacocks naturalistically engraved. Wings with granulation, stippling and filigree wire work, typical of late 19th century Revivalist jewelry.

Marks: Catch of clasp with 14k and maker's mark for Carter, Gough & Co. Please see discussion of maker, below. Condition: Good with negligible wear commensurate with age.

The pin is somewhat bent through use, but this does not impact the wonderful appearance of the brooch. Please see enlarged pictures and don't hesitate to ask questions which we will do our best to answer. Maker: We found a double peacock brooch identical to this one with the exception that it does not have the amethyst in the center. All other details appear identical. The brooch was attributed to Theberath & Co.

We looked up the maker's mark for Theberath & Co in American Jewelry Manufacturers by Dorothy Rainwater. The marks do not appear to be identical to the marks on our brooch pendant. Subsequently, we were contacted by a more knowledgeable person (thank you Alexa) who showed us that the marks are for Carter, Gough & Co. These are clues that make the study of antique jewelry fascinating, but the solution of the mystery is not totally clear.

It does not impact the value of the wonderful brooch, but we thought it interesting and worth sharing with you. Add Me to Your Favorite Sellers. We would appreciate it if you notify us in advance, and explain the reason for the return. Please pack carefully to ensure the item reaches us in the same condition it left here and don't forget to insure and track properly. These charges are the buyers responsibility.

The item "Antique Art Nouveau Brooch Enhancer 14k Gold Amethyst 2 Peacocks American (6511)" is in sale since Sunday, April 12, 2020. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Brooches & Pins". The seller is "brendaginsberg" and is located in Boca Raton, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country of Origin: United States
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Department: Unisex Adult
• Base Metal: Gold
• Material: emeralds
• Theme: Art Nouveau peacock
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Type: Brooch
• Secondary Stone: Amethyst
• Main Stone Color: Purple
• Antique: Yes
• Jewelry Department: Fine
• Year Manufactured: Pre-1920
• Main Stone Treatment: Not Enhanced
• Metal Purity: 14k
• Signed: Yes
• Main Stone: Amethyst
• Main Stone Creation: Natural
• Occasion: Anniversary
• Brand: Art Nouveau
• Metal: Yellow Gold
• Era: Art Nouveau (1895-1910)