Category
Jewelry and Gemstones
Medium
gold?
Distinguishing marks
14k CC
Condition
Excellent
Date Period
?
Size and dimensions of this item
1.5 in. diam. circle
Weight
1/10 ounce
Long Description
see photos.............this seems to be a circle of leaves brooch with amethyst stones...............attaching pin is marked 14K CC....................is this "Coco Chanel" and really 14K gold?????
History
?
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
tag sale.........$1
For Sale?
No
Re: Possible CHANEL gold brooch?
Doesnt look like their mark but it appears to be 14 kt gold. Good deal
http://douglasrosindecorativearts.wordpress.com/2012/08/15/dating-chanel-a-guide-to-chanel-jewelry-date-marks/
Re: Possible CHANEL gold brooch?
It is my impression that mostĀ vintageĀ Channel jewelry was "costume jewelry"- ie. not made with precious materials- IĀ could be wrong- as there mayĀ have been specially commissioned pieces.
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Unfortunately, I might be able to tell better if the actual quality of the close-upĀ image of the markingsĀ were better.
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One thing to differentiate solid gold or silver jewelry from other types is the overall quality: how the stones are set, quality of the pin stem joint and catch, finish (including noticing where the plating may have worn off),Ā etc. After looking at a lot of fine and costume jewelry and comparing the differences- you often getĀ a sense ofĀ age, quality and materials and thus worth!Ā