Description
Stunning circa 1900 United States Naval Academy 14K gold (tested) enameled lapel pin. The round pin features a raised, 2-Dimensional gold anchor set against a navy blue enamel and gold striped background, around it reads: "UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY", the outer edge features a nicely detailed rope embellishment. Only one I've ever seen.
VINTAGE:Circa 1900.
SIZE:Approximately 5/8" round.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:14K gold (1.3 pennyweights/2.1 grams) and enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Single screw post with disc backing and stabilizing pin.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a US Naval Academy collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEJX15 LBGEX5/15 SLCGEX03/23/24
CONDITION:9- (Excellent+): The lapel pin shows minor wear, overall excellent condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.