This is an Italian vintage silver leaf brooch featuring beautiful filigree work. This leaf brooch is from the early 20th century, it has a gorgeous red coral cabochon in the center. The coral is genuine oxblood Italian red coral and is 10mm and round. This is an exceptional example of antique filigree work. The filigree here was made with tiny twisted threads of 800 silver soldered together to form the leaf. The brooch is marked 800 for the silver content (Quality mark for European Silver) and 60 GE in a cartouche, for Mazza Ettore, Genoa Italy. He was a true Italian artisan.

• Size: 2½ inches
• Hallmarked 800 -60 GE

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