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Gold-tone peacock pin with turquoise and red coral accents, single ruby center
Gold peacock pin with turquoise and red stones on blazer lapel
Gold-tone peacock pin with turquoise and red coral accents, single ruby center
Gold peacock pin with turquoise and red stones on blazer lapel

C. 1950 Vintage Turquoise and Red Coral Peacock Pin with Single Ruby in 14kt Yellow Gold

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$5,795

$4,075
C. 1950. You should be proud! This Retro-era peacock pin is a fabulous find from our Estate collection. The fancy fowl stands tall with feat…

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All weights and measurements are approximate. Most gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty and may require special care.

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Visually Speaking

The peacock is technically demanding as a jewelry motif for a specific reason: iridescent tail feathers in metal and stone require multiple colored gemstones, enamel, and placement precise enough to approximate naturalistic plumage. A well-executed peacock piece carries visible craft, even to someone not actively looking for it.

Made With Purpose

The security of the revolver clasp in fine jewelry, specifically because of its rotational release mechanism, makes it unresponsive to the linear tension that causes springring and lobster clasps to open accidentally. It has a design advantage worth considering.

Industry Insight

In estate jewelry terminology, vintage is a broad commercial descriptor applied to any piece of notable age, while Retro is a specific period designation for the design movement of approximately 1935 to 1950.

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