Antique Turquoise Sterling Silver Stick Hat Lapel Cravat Pin by R. Blackinton Co
Antique Turquoise Sterling Silver Stick Hat Lapel Cravat Pin by R. We are currently offering for sale this lovely antique Victorian or Art Nouveau sterling silver turquoise cabochon with copper veining stick pin. It scroll work and is marked Sterling and signed with the a B with a sword through it. According to the makers mark this pin was made by R.
It is a old estate piece from a Northern California Estate of a woman who passed in her late 90's. It has been cleaned and hand polished. See photos for full description and condition. Difference in color between photos is a result of lighting. Markers Mark B with a sword through it is a mark used by R.
It was founded in 1862 by Walter Balou, Thomas, S. They manufacutedf sterling silver and gold novelties, jewelry, flatware, hollow wear, purses and belt buckles among other items. In 1930s the company was in someway linked to H. Operating at the same address, 244 Broad, Attleboro, and with the same management.
For many years it wasmanaged by members of the Ballou and Blackinton families. Information on mark and company is from www. Flatware, hollow wear, purses and belt buckles among other items which are highly sought after by collectors. At first glance, I thought the peice may be Native American, however I have learned, Native American jewelry does not have open backs on pieces with stones, so it not. We are currently having a sale and are accepting offers for most items in inventory. All serious and reasonable offers considered. If you need item by a certain date please advise me.All serious & reasonable and serious will be considered. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Brooches & Pins".
The seller is "cind-house" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.