This beautiful antique dragonfly pin is signed ‘JA&S’. It is made of sterling silver with enamel. It dates to the early Deco period circa 1918.
The dragonfly measures 5cms (2”) across the top of the wingspan. It weighs 6.1 grams.
It has lovely, vibrant turquoise enamel wings. The body and tail are also turquoise. Beneath the enamel is fine and realistic detailing. It has two little black eyes.
On the back is a tubular, old style c clasp and the signature ‘JA&S’ in a kite shape. This is the mark of John Aitkin and Son of Birmingham, England. This company made the most amazing enamelled butterflies and dragonflies in the most subtle and beautiful colours. In addition is the inscription ‘sterling silver’.
This fabulous dragonfly is in incredible antique condition with all the enamel on the wings and tail intact. It is very unusual to find this delicate piece in such good condition.
This beautiful antique dragonfly pin is signed ‘JA&S’. It is made of sterling silver with enamel. It dates to the early Deco period circa 1918.
The dragonfly measures 5cms (2”) across the top of the wingspan. It weighs 6.1 grams.
It has lovely, vibrant turquoise enamel wings. The body and tail are also turquoise. Beneath the enamel is fine and realistic detailing. It has two little black eyes.
On the back is a tubular, old style c clasp and the signature ‘JA&S’ in a kite shape. This is the mark of John Aitkin and Son of Birmingham, England. This company made the most amazing enamelled butterflies and dragonflies in the most subtle and beautiful colours. In addition is the inscription ‘sterling silver’.
This fabulous dragonfly is in incredible antique condition with all the enamel on the wings and tail intact. It is very unusual to find this delicate piece in such good condition.
