This charming bouquet brooch was produced during World War II, when base metals were rationed and silver was used as an alternative metal. Thick yellow gold plating overlays sterling silver. An open-backed sapphire blue glass stone is collet-set at the bouquet's bow. Safety clasp holds well. It is marked 1/20 12K G.F. ON SILVER WL. The flower is marked Pat. 130141. This design patent was awarded to Carl Schraysshuen in 1941 and was a frequently used in Walter Lampl’s jewelry from this period. The brooch was likely made at Schraysshuen’s Carl-Art factory exclusively for Walter Lampl.
Measures 1-1/4 x 3 inches. Weighs 4 grams.
Excellent vintage condition.
This charming bouquet brooch was produced during World War II, when base metals were rationed and silver was used as an alternative metal. Thick yellow gold plating overlays sterling silver. An open-backed sapphire blue glass stone is collet-set at the bouquet's bow. Safety clasp holds well. It is marked 1/20 12K G.F. ON SILVER WL. The flower is marked Pat. 130141. This design patent was awarded to Carl Schraysshuen in 1941 and was a frequently used in Walter Lampl’s jewelry from this period. The brooch was likely made at Schraysshuen’s Carl-Art factory exclusively for Walter Lampl.
Measures 1-1/4 x 3 inches. Weighs 4 grams.
Excellent vintage condition.
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