Vintage Reverse Carved & Painted Rock Crystal Bird Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold Dachshund Without magnification

Without magnification

The substantial mounting is 10k gold with a tiny diamond accent and dates to the Art Nouveau era (circa 1910)

This exquisite piece is no exception

making it both sentimental and striking

Vintage Reverse Carved & Painted Rock Crystal Bird Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold Dachshund Without magnificationThis vintage pendant (circa 1950 1960) doubles as a brooch and features a reverse carved and painted rock crystal in 14k gold. The finely rendered piece depicts an eastern towhee bird on a blooming branch. The piece measures 1. 4 inches from the top of the bail (when raised) by 1. 1 inch wide. The piece is in very good condition with very minor wear to the mother of pearl on the back of the rock crystal due to past moisture penetration. This wear is