Leopard brooch

Leopard broochThis leopard brooch measures approximately 105 x 25mm. Kindly note this is costume jewellery and is not formed of any precious or semi precious metals or stones. Pre owned, the brooch is in good condition with no stones missing. It does not have a box. Please see photos as these form an important part of the description.

Gold-plated engraved leaves

IS & AN are listed as "unidentified" by Grimwade under Unregistered Marks

7cm Heighr

The silver plating is excellent as you would expect from Elkington with no bleeding or rubbed areas

died of tuberculosis at the age of 21

285 kilos or 41 troy ounces

Issued 1949-1979

crafted out of 45

with its delicate curves and openwork design it creates a lovely sense of movement and airiness

The pendant is paired with an elegant 18-inch silver rope chain

strapped his own watch to the dog Chernuska (Blackie) prior to the dog's test flight in Sputnik 4 on March 9th 1961 in preparation for Yuri Gagarin's first manned space flight in Vostok 1 one month later on April 12th 1961

Finger size K 1/2