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Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 3:00 PM UTC

Essex Crystal Pheasant 14K Gold Animal Brooch

Start price: $600

Estimated price: $3,500 - $4,000

Buyer's premium: 22.5%

A handsome pheasant struts his stuff in this expertly-carved and painted Essex reverse crystal set in 14K yellow gold. The bird is presented against a landscape subtly-colored foliage and mounted on a rail fence setting. Animal jewelry featuring crystals as large as this are increasingly difficult to find. The clasp is marked “14K. Origin: America, ca. 1910. Condition: excellent; all original; no water damage. Dimensions: 2-1/4” x 1”. Weight: 15.6 grams.

Condition: Good