Pin brooch
Category
Jewellery
Date
1945 - 1960
Materials
Sterling silver, niello
Measurements
44 mm (Width); 47 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Thailand
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Ormesby Hall, Redcar and Cleveland
NT 709443
Summary
A sterling silver and niello brooch in the form of a frigate under full sail, with Thai dancing warrior figures on the mainsails, made in Thailand (Siam), c. 1945-60, marked 'SIAM SILVER' on back with maker's mark. Sterling silver, with chasing and niello inlay.
Provenance
Pennyman collection devised in October 1961 to The National Trust under the terms of Col. J.B.W. Pennyman's will.
Marks and inscriptions
Back of brooch: SIAM / STERLING [maker's mark]