Description: Antique / vintage Norwegian hand made 925 S sterling silver lily of the valley floral pin brooch: ~ Features a graceful stylized tulip like lily of the valley flower and leaf ~ Simple, understated, modernist, but oh so elegant and Scandinavian in every way ~ Fantastic aqua or teal blue green leaf and frosty pearl white flower bud ~ Timeless addition to your jewelry line up that is bound to quickly become a favorite Ready and waiting for your lapel, wardrobe, collection or gift giving - you will love this! AGE OR ERA: True antique / vintage jewelry piece - 1960's in era, more specifically 1968 as it was featured in the catalog image above - Scandinavian Mod or retro era MARKINGS: NORWAY STERLING (with double wishbone mark which is the makers mark of Aksel Holmsen) 925S METAL/MATERIAL: 925 grade sterling silver with a yellow gold plating ..... "Baked transparent enamel hand applied on gold-finished sterling" per the advert CLASP / CLOSURE: Roll over safety catch MEASUREMENTS: 2" long x 1" wide WEIGHT: 6.7 grams on my scale TESTING: x U.S. RING SIZE: x HISTORY, PROVENANCE, ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, SYMBOLISM &/or LORE: The Aksel Holmsen jewelry brand began in 1904, when he opened a small workshop in Sandefjord, Norway. Before opening his own workshop, Holmsen studied jewelry for many years. In 1889 he began working for the Norwegian silversmith David Andersen as an apprentice in Oslo. There he studied filigree and the art of enamel work. After completing his studies in 1901, he continued to work for David Andersen until 1904.As a multi-talented craftsman and businessman, he became a successful major supplier of enamel and silver jewelry all over the world. Most of his gilded silverware with enamelled guilloche patterns contain a modernist aesthetic. In 1950 Holmsen retired and his son Ivar, (who had been with the company since 1942), took over. In 1962 Aksel Holmsen died, and his company filed for bankruptcy in 1971. JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): Aksel Holmsen Norway Vintage 925S Teal Sterling Silver Flower Floral Pin Brooch is a signed, vintage brooch made of sterling silver. The brooch is in the shape of a flower, specifically lily of the valley, and is colored in teal and white. It is an original piece from the retro era and is handmade. The brooch is designed with a Nordic Scandinavian theme, featuring natural floral and elements. It is a fine jewelry collector's piece CONDITION: Good vintage condition - no damage or quirks found to mention. Enamel in pristine condition. Please study all photos to self-form an opinion of condition and gain additional item insight that only viewing photos can provide. A great find in an excellent state of preservation. INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x "A picture is worth a thousand words" Please view & enlarge photographs to closely inspect fine details and to determine the amount of patina and/or wear. Most older pieces by nature normally have some degree of both and, unless severe, aren't considered damaged and not mentioned. Especially if obvious and/or prominent in the photos. Individuals do have varying levels of desire and tolerance for "vintage charm" so do utilize the scroll arrows beside the photos to allow yourself the opportunity to view them all, as they are an important integral part and extension of the description. Don't forget to check my other items ;)PLEASE NOTE: COMBINED SHIPPING: IF THERE IS A SHIPPING CHARGE LISTED......KNOW THAT I GLADLY COMBINE SHIPPING. "PAY ONLY ONE SHIPPING FEE - THE REST SHIP FOR FREE" ADJUSTMENTS ARE MADE ON THE LOWER SHIPPING AMOUNT(S). (IF THE CART/CHECKOUT DOESN'T AUTOMATICALLY DISCOUNT - PLEASE PROCEED AND TRUST I WILL REFUND OVERAGES PROMPTLY) SHOP WITH CONFIDENCE: I AM AN EXPERIENCED SELLER WITH A PROVEN TRACK RECORD - HAPPY CUSTOMERS AND SMOOTH TRANSACTIONS ARE MY TOP PRIORITIES ALL OF MY ITEMS HAVE BEEN CAREFULLY STORED IN A SUPER CLEAN, SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT KNOW I ALWAYS PAD AND PACKAGE WITH EXTREME CARE - I MAKE SURE EVERY PARCEL GETS SENT OUT JUST AS I WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE IT. I ALSO INSURE ALL PACKAGES AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO YOU - FOR EXTRA PROTECTION ONCE IT IS OUT OF MY CARE PLEASE LEAVE FEEDBACK TO INDICATE YOUR ORDER HAS ARRIVED SAFE & SOUND AND I WILL RESPOND IN KIND RETURNS ARE NOT ACCEPTED - DUE TO THE UNIQUE NATURE OF ONE OF A KIND / VINTAGE ITEMS. I WRITE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS AND POST NUMEROUS CLEAR PHOTOS. I AM ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO ANSWER QUESTIONS AND/OR SUPPLY MORE PICTURES IF ASKED THANKS FOR UNDERSTANDING AND HAVE A GREAT DAY!
Price: 199 USD
Location: Illinois
End Time: 2024-12-20T19:11:06.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Shape: Flower
Occasion: Anniversary, Birthday, Christening, Christmas, Confirmation/Communion, Engagement, Father's Day, Graduation, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Wedding, Any Day, Every Day, No Reason, Just Because, You Deserve It!, Garden Party, Special Occasion
Seller Warranty: No
Signed: Yes
Color: Teal
Material: Sterling Silver
Metal: Sterling Silver
Jewelry Department: Fine
Vintage: Yes
Main Stone: No Stone
Brand: Aksel Holmsen
Department: Women
Type: Brooch
Metal Purity: 925
Era: 1960's
Theme: Art, Beauty, Bohemian, Fashion & Costumes, Flowers & Plants, Home & Garden, Nature, Vintage, Classic, Romantic, Sentimental, Floral, Scndinavian, Scandinavian, Norway, Nordic, Tulip, Lily of the Valley, Spring
Original/Reproduction: Original
Base Metal: Silver
Features: Hand Made
Country/Region of Manufacture: Norway
Handmade: Yes
Country of Origin: Norway
