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Vintage Martine Yellow Gold and Enamel Bug Brooch

$895
£673.43
€778.02
CA$1,256.56
A$1,357.50
CHF 722.20
MX$16,334.38
NOK 9,144.60
SEK 8,362.98
DKK 5,812.17

About the Item

Circa 1980 Martine 14k Yellow Gold bug Brooch, measuring 1 inch X 5/8 inch and weighing 6.6 Grams, finished in bright colorful Guilloche Enamel.
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. tiny hard to see fleck of green enamel surface flake on the very end.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9422610242

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