Alioto Adriana .800 Silver Cloisonne Butterfly Pin Brooch Filigree Vermeil 40's

Description

View Alioto Adriana .800 Silver Cloisonne Butterfly Pin Brooch Filigree Vermeil 40's with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Excellent condition butterfly pin 1 1/2" H x 2 1/2" W. 800 silver was the alloy of choice for pieces decorated withniello because it can withstand high firing temperatures better than alloys with higher silver content. .800 Silver is an alloy of silver that is 800 parts silver and 200 parts other  metals . It is also referred to as International This alloy was common in the 19th and early 20th centuries on the European mainland but was not used in jewelry in the United States. 800 silver was the alloy of choice for pieces decorated with  niello  because it can withstand high firing temperatures better than alloys with higher silver content. Vintage from 1930/1940's . European made in Italy. Excellent condition butterfly pin 1 1/2" H x 2 1/2" W Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Alioto Adriana.

Country of Origin

Italy

Shape

Butterfly

Occasion

Anniversary, Birthday, Christmas, Engagement, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Wedding

Color

Green

Main Stone Color

Blue

Material

Enamel

Metal

Silver

Jewelry Department

Fine

Main Stone

none

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Alioto Adriana

Type

Brooch

Metal Purity

800

Base Metal

Brass

Original/Reproduction

Original