Antique Lion or Chimera Stickpin of 12k and 14k Gold mixed metal An intriguing griffin charm created

An intriguing griffin charm created from an Art Nouveau era stick pin (circa 1910)

Art Nouveau jewelry is characterized by outstanding expression

under magnification you can see that the diamonds are crudely cut and some have chips to the facets

and soft solder visible beneath the pin findings on the back

The metal composition has been professionally verified using both X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and traditional jeweler’s acid testing

Antique Lion or Chimera Stickpin of 12k and 14k Gold mixed metal An intriguing griffin charm createdA striking antique stickpin dating to 1900, designed as a finely sculpted lion or chimera crafted in 12 karat gold, accented with vivid tsavorite garnet eyes and a sparkling diamond held within its jaws. The figure is mounted on a 14 karat gold pin stem, creating a refined contrast between the sculptural head and the elegant elongated form of the pin. The pin head measures 0. 6 inches by 0. 5 inches wide, with the entire stickpin measuring 2. 75