This clip is part of a set with a matching pair of cufflinks, which we also have for sale separately this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "VFW" or "Deco" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Item Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Markings: "1/20 10k GF" and an illegible maker's mark on the back of the clip face, "1/20 12 KT GF" on the back of the clip, tested, and guaranteed
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Item Measurements:- Length: 1.36"
- Width: 0.76"
Collectible Type: Scarf/tie/money clip
Men's or Women's: Unisex
Notable Features:
- Handmade during the Art Deco era
- Composed of a 1/20 10k yellow gold filled over base metal clip face, attached to a 1/20 12k yellow gold filled clip
- Features the seal of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, a United States organization for military veterans, founded in 1899
- Completed with a clip backing, allowing the piece to be worn on a variety of accessories, including scarves or ties
- Part of a set with a matching pair of cufflinks, which we also have for sale separately this week
Damage: Age appropriate wear. There is very minor wear and some patina to the gold filled over base metal in some areas, which does not affect wear. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
