18k Gold & Pearls Grape Leaf and Vinage brooch

GOLD LEAF WITH PEARLS, a Sculptural Gold Leaf on Textured Branch with Tendrils, 18K, of refined sculptural and surface detailing in various techniques

Circa : mid-century, circa 1950's

Pearls : total 9; each 2.5-3mm size, half-drilled, round to semi-round with deep lustre indicative of early saltwater Japanese Akoya cultured or possibly natural saltwater pearls

Overall Size : 1-7/8 x 1"

Quality and Maker marks: "18kt" & "BG" on back of stem

Gross weight : .292 troy oz.

Condition : overall fine; apparently had a 10th pearl now missing, in an inconspicuous place

# NLH-M 23001 ................................................................ $ 975.