Father Time Antiques 

This is an impressive pin that offers great versatility to the wearer.  Of course it can be worn as a brooch, pinned to a lapel or blouse. However, the loop also allows one to hang it as a pendant on a necklace or to hang a watch from the bottom, creating a watch pin. We've shown it here paired with a handsome silver pendant watch, but it will pair nicely with almost any style.

The piece is made from sterling silver, with a clear mark on the back indicating it is a "Danecraft" piece, a brand that came from Italian roots and was established in Rhode Island. This brand was trademarked in 1938 and the mark was used post-1945, so is our best indication of the date of the piece. The pin measures 46mm tall, by 40mm wide, by 12.5mm thick (not including the pin or loop).

The central gem is an amethyst, cut in a faceted oval shape measuring roughly 21mm tall by 16mm wide. It has a beautiful clarity and warm, deep purple color that catches the light nicely.  The curved, 3-dimensional filigree work in between the rope details around the bezel setting lets the gem stand out while allowing light through and providing an eye-catching level of detail. The curved forms on the outside finish the piece with a large oval frame that can be worn in any direction.

This is a beautiful, timeless piece that would feature nicely in anyone's wardrobe! It would even be the perfect piece for anyone born in February, with amethyst being their birthstone. Don't miss it, we have only one!