Antique Pearl Snake Conversion Charm of 14k Gold june birthstone Shakudo is a Japanese mixed

Shakudo is a Japanese mixed metal technique that involved an alloy of copper and gold that was treated to give it a dark patina

An alluring antique iris brooch (circa 1910-1920)

creating a striking play of light and shadow

Some of these performers were accompanied by monkeys that preformed tricks and attracted attention

This lovely lady is made up of 14k gold and lines up to shoot at her pearl golf ball

Antique Pearl Snake Conversion Charm of 14k Gold june birthstone Shakudo is a Japanese mixedAn outstanding charm featuring a gold snake coiled around a lustrous baroque pearl. The charm was originally an antique 14k gold stick pin (circa 1900 1910) transformed with the addition of a gold jump ring bail. The snake is finely detailed with hand etched scales. It measures 0. 75 inches from top to bottom by 0. 2 inches wide, and it is in very good condition. Materials: Pearl, 14k.