Vintage Reverse Carved & Painted Rock Crystal Bird Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold Dachshund and of the many owners

and of the many owners who must have lovingly treasured this piece for over 200 years

This exquisite piece is no exception

Without magnification

1 inches wide by 0

The substantial mounting is 10k gold with a tiny diamond accent and dates to the Art Nouveau era (circa 1910)

Vintage Reverse Carved & Painted Rock Crystal Bird Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold Dachshund and of the many ownersThis vintage pendant (circa 1950 1960) doubles as a brooch and features a reverse carved and painted rock crystal in 14k gold. The finely rendered piece depicts an eastern towhee bird on a blooming branch. The piece measures 1. 4 inches from the top of the bail (when raised) by 1. 1 inch wide. The piece is in very good condition with very minor wear to the mother of pearl on the back of the rock crystal due to past moisture penetration. This wear is