ITALIAN Retro Doggy Brooch In 18Kt Carved Blue Turquoises

An Italian doggie brooch with turquoises. This is a super cute brooch representing a caricaturist doggie created in Italy, back in 1960's. The doggie has been crafted with retro-modernist patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with textured and polished finish. The head and the body are mounted with two free forms of carved blue turquoises and the eye is embellished with one white colorless diamond. The brooch is fitted at the reverse with a hinged pin bar with mechanical twisted security lock. Country: Italy. Period: Modernism, 1960. Turquoises: Mount in concealed prongs, with 2 free forms cabochon cuts of natural blue turquoises. Diamonds: The eye is mount in a bezel setting, with 1 round brilliant cut diamond of 0.04 carats, F/G color, VS clarity. Birthstone: Turquoises for the month of December. Weight: 12.35 Grams, (7.95 Dwt). Measurements: 38 mm by 30 mm (1.50 x 1.18 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the mark for the assay of the 18kt gold as follows, ".750". Collateral: This doggy brooch is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box. Condition: The overall condition of this Dog brooch is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The gemstones are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: P121724INMJ/.2968