*Description: This is a beautiful Western Germany beige art glass brooch in an oval shape with decorative dog-toothed prong clasps in a scalloped frame with four champagne colored rhinestones from the 1950s. The back is filigree and has Made W. Germany on the back. This is in excellent vintage condition. This would be a great addition to your vintage jewelry collection or make a great vintage gift!
After WWII, Germany was divided into four sectors: American, British, French, and Soviet. In 1946, there was a guarded border between West Germany and East Germany. Then in 1952, the border between the two was closed until it was reopened again in 1989. Due to the history, it is possible to date some of the jewelry made in Germany. Jewelry made before 1949 is marked GERMANY, but jewelry made after that time up until 1990, is marked WEST GERMANY. Jewelry made after 1990 is again marked GERMANY. The most collectible marked W. Germany pieces are jewelry sets: pins and earrings, or necklaces and earrings made of elaborate filigree metal and decorated with tiny colorful beads and pearls. Reference: Julia C Carroll’s Costume Jewelry 101
*Approximate Measurements: Length - 2 1/4 inches, Width - 1 3/4 Inches *Condition: Great vintage condition. Will see signs of wear under magnification. See photos for details. *Hallmark: West Germany *Item # E5367
