ART-DECO 1930 Blue Marlin Fish Brooch In Enameled Platinum With VS Diamonds
An art-deco Blue Marlin fish brooch in platinum.
This is a beautiful lapel-pin brooch created in America during the art-deco period, between 1925 and 1930. The stunning pin was masterfully crafted in the shape of a Blue-Marlin fish in solid .900/.999 platinum with iridium and embellished with applications of blue hard-glass enamels. The body is mounted with fifty natural earth mined diamonds and the eye is accented with one blue sapphire. It is fitted at the reverse with a hinged pin bar with a security lock to wear as a brooch and two concealed rings to wear in a chain as a slider.
Blue-Marlin Fishing, Tournaments & Background
Blue marlin gained prominence as a sport fish, particularly in the Caribbean. The Blue marlin fishing history is tied to its rise as a coveted big-game sport fish in the 1920s and 1930s, popularized by authors like Hemingway and figures in the early Florida and Bahamas big-game scene. After WWII, its popularity spread worldwide, leading to the development of specialized gear and techniques. While a prized catch for recreational anglers, blue marlin also faces threats from commercial longline fisheries.
Diamonds: Mount in a pave setting, with 50 European round brilliant cuts diamonds, with a total weight of about 1.26 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS clarity.
Sapphire: Mount in a bezel setting, with 1 European round faceted cut vivid blue sapphire of 0.01 carats.
Weight: 9.95 Grams, (6.40 Dwt).
Measurements: 48 mm by 24 mm by 7 mm (1.89 x 0.95 x 0.28 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the mark for the assay of the platinum and the iridium and clearly signed as follow: "AA IRID-PLAT".
Collateral: This Blue Marlin fish brooch is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Blue Marlin fish brooch is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the platinum. The diamonds are secured in their settings. This pin was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P082825AANM/.2880
