-SLOAN & Co. 1920 Art Deco Enameled Racing Car Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Pearls

An art deco racing car brooch designed by Sloan & Company

This is a fabulous racing car brooch, made in America during the art deco period, back in the 1920's. Created in Newark New Jersey by the famed jewelry makers of Sloan & Co. This is one of the most beautiful car brooches we have ever seen. The car was crafted with stylized patterns in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with high polished finish. The car's wheels are embellished with application of red and black enamels and the body is fully covered with ninety-six round white pearls. Fitted at the reverse with a hinged pin bar with a mechanical security lock.

Pearls: Mounted with, 96 round white pearls graduated between 0.5, 0.75 and 1 mm.

Weight: 5.35 Grams, (3.55 Dwt).

Measurements: 40 mm by 13 mm (1.57 x 0.52 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark of a trident, associated to Sloan & Co, the mark for the assay of the gold, the five digits serial numbers and signed, "Trident 14k 12923".

Sloan & Company 

Easily identified by the trident symbol that appeared on the back of its jewelry, Sloan & Company was famous for its jewelry designs that were like miniature works of art, featuring plenty of detail and liberal use of enamel. Many of their earlier designs employed repoussé, a process where imagery was raised from the reverse side of the piece. While some jewelry styles used diamonds or semi-precious gemstones, many were simply yet elegantly created in gold, with the color supplied by the intricate enamel work. Sloan produced a variety of every day and ornamental pieces in gold chains, bracelets, pendants, brooches, cuff links and other accessories set in polished or colored gold. In its heyday, Sloan produced an impressive assortment of Art Nouveau and Edwardian era pieces that catered to the café society. The firm supplied high-quality jewelry designs to prominent jewelers across the country, including Cartier and Tiffany. 

Collateral: This car brooch is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this brooch is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The pearls and the enamel are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: R042724SNNM/.1003