Antique Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver 14k Gold R. BLACKINTON Scarf Clip 7.7g

Description

We have similar Art Deco and Scarf Clip items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Deco" or "Clip" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Item Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Age Circa:
Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings:
"Sterling," "14kt," "R," "B" pierced by a sword, and "Co" on the backs of the clip, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
United States
Brand:
R. Blackinton & Co.
Gram Weight:
7.7 grams
Metal Type:
.925 sterling silver with a 14k yellow gold overlay
Material:
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Main Stone:
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Main Stone Measurements/Color:
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Accent Stone:
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Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
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Stone Treatment:
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Stone Cuts:
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Item Measurements:
Length:
0.92"
Width:
0.60"
Depth, when closed:
0.39"
Collectible Type:
Scarf/tie clip
Men's or Women's:
Unisex
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Deco era by R. Blackinton & Co, a United States company founded in 1862
Composed of .925 sterling silver with a 14k yellow gold overlay on one side
Features a smooth, polished oval design, to which your monogram could be added by your local jeweler, if desired
Chased lines adorn the edges of the clip
Completed with a hinge in order to be worn as a scarf or tie clap
Damage:
Age appropriate wear. Tarnish on the sterling silver gives this piece an antique quality which we believe is quite lovely. There are also very minor scratches on each side of the scarf clip, which does not affect wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Chasing is a metalworking technique that uses a nail-like tool and hammer to hand etch patterns onto a metal surface. This process creates a design that is sunk into the front of the surface using indentations, grooves, and channels. Chasing is thousands of years old and was a very difficult and time-consuming technique that is still used by metalsmiths today.
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