Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Vintage Silver Gilt Filigree Plique a Jour Enamel Butterfly Brooch Pin Designer Aliota Adriana of Genoa Italy 800 Silver Art Nouveau Style

Vivid colors of blue, yellow, red,and green Plique a Jour enamel grace the gold gilt filigree wings of this enchanting butterfly brooch. The wings are raised up from the base which adds dimension. The filigree is as delicate as real butterfly wings. Great detail on the center body.
Gold gilt over 800 silver. Marked on the back 800 and 145 GE inside a hexagonal cartouche.
This mark is of Aliota Adriana of Genoa, Italy he was producing jewelry from the 1940's through the early 1970's. The shape of the cartouche places this piece to the mid 40s after the war.
Excellent condition
Brooch measures  2 and 3/4 inches across and 1 and 3/4 inches high.                    


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