11-28-2015 07:06 PM
11-29-2015 12:08 AM
To me this looks like a pin that could have been made anytime from the 1950s onwards. There are so many countries that still do filigree work to this day.
I must admit from the pics it doesn't look like gold to me either but sometimes gold wire can look like that., and pics don't tell the full story, the weight in hand is often more of an indicator and this is why you probably bought it in the first place, because subconsciously you noticed it was just a tad heavier that a silver piece would be. Anyway, if it tests as 14k then it almost certainly is, since you've been testing for many years and know what you are doing.
Without hallmarks unfortunately, it is going to be virtually impossible to say with certainty exactly where this was made, and because this style is still being produced in many countries to this day, ditto for period.
11-29-2015 07:10 AM
Thank you Arlene. It is a bit heavier than silver pieces I've had, not as 'airy' if that makes sense.
Any KWs that come to mind, I'm having a hard time thinking of some for this design.
11-29-2015 07:59 AM - edited 11-29-2015 08:02 AM
Your filigree brooch looks somewhat similar to an edelweiss flower or something Celtic.
11-29-2015 08:16 AM
Thank you OCN, I'll look into that.