Kirks Folly Expert, Collectors and just anyone who may know =P

[sheilakrm]

So I am wondering if this Kirks Folly Mermaid Siren pin is an earlier piece, possibly 80's since there is no enamel on it. I have search and hoping someone on the board may know or have directional help. Many thanks!

[southernmermaid8]

Can we see a picture of the Maker's Mark ?

[sheilakrm]

[markowitz57]

I vote older. They used these voluptuous mermaids back in the 90s, I have a King Neptune set in similar metalwork and stones. I will have to check the mark.

[southernmermaid8]

Sorry fell asleep ! The oldest tags that I have seen have what looks like stars ( or dots ) behind the name . This one looks like it is from a little later on , but still early . See how the copyright marks are small and underneath Folly . Probably from the mid - late 90's Later on the copyright marks got bigger and are on either side of the logo .

They did not always use enamel on their pieces . However your mermaid has a different look than the "Lorelei " of later years . Very nice find ! You should do well with her , especially since they are no longer available on T.V. People are collecting the pieces on eBay.

[sheilakrm]

Thanks for all the information, very helpful!!!!!! Many thanks!