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Victorian Shakudo Crane Brooch

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50-1-11383

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ABOUT THIS BROOCH

In Japanese folklore, the crane, or 'tsuru,' is considered the bird of happiness and longevity, and is believed to live 1,000 years. And from our Antique Jewelry University: Shakudo is a Japanese alloy used in sheet metal inlay or wire inlay. The technique involves inlaying gold, silver, and copper into a darkened copper base. Usually, shakudo is composed of 75% copper, 4-25% gold and 5-20% antimony. Metal technicalities aside, this singular Victorian era brooch is an arresting combination of an angular geometric shape decorated with the graceful curves of cranes beneath a flowering tree. A cool conversation piece. Hand fabricated and hand engraved.

Details

Materials:
Base Metal
Length:
1 1/8 Inch
Width:
3/4 Inch
Height:
1/8 Inch
Gram Weight:
7.9 Grams
Period:
Victorian

About Victorian Jewelry

The eclectic Victorians didn’t limit themselves when it came to motifs and themes—if it struck their fancy, they turned it into jewelry. Sweet and sentimental with a distinct romantic streak, Victorian gems expanded upon their Georgian predecessors. The array of styles that blossomed (sometimes quite literally) during this era endure to this day.

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As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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