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Pair of Blue Enamel Sterling Butterflies from Norway
About the Item
Large Butterfly measures 1.12" x .73". It has a black enamel body and beautiful blue wings.
Smaller Butterfly measures .66" x .58". It has blue enamel wings with a sterling body. The enamel on the top right of the wing has turned white. It might be part of the design.
- Metal:Sterling Silver,Enamel
- Dimensions:Height: 0.73 in (18.55 mm)Depth: 0.12 in (3.05 mm)Length: 1.12 in (28.45 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Place of Origin:Norway
- Period:Mid-20th Century
- Date of Manufacture:Mid 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The smaller butterfly has discoloration of the enamel on the top right of the wing it turned white. It might be part of the design. There is also tarnish on the back of both brooches.
- Seller Location:Miami Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1369111479712
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