Vintage from before 2000.
C&D Jewelry, NYC, United States
C&D Jewelry was formed at the end of the nineties by the dissident workers of Iradj Moini.
They used the same materials, and manufactured their pieces in Manhattan NYC as well.
C&D Jewelry closed down at the end of 2018, so no new pieces are produced. These costume jewelry masterpieces are only available on the secondary market.
This large beautiful three-dimensional ant is made of brass and features an array of natural semi-precious stones: labradorite, jasper, ruby, citrine, peridot.
Exquisite work - conversation piece!
Condition: Great vintage condition - no loss of stones.
Brooch is hallmarked.
Approx. dimensions:
3.5" long (9 cm)
2.25" wide (6 cm)
1 1/8" deep (3 cm)
Approx. weight: 76 grams (2.66 oz)
P.S. The last 2 photos are of the similar available brooches that are listed separately. This listing is for the ANT brooch only. Thank You.