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PMSG-004 Gold Quartz - Horseshoe Shaped
 

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IMSA #: PMSG-004

Estimated Date: c. 1880

Country of Origin: USA

Manufacturer: Shreve & Co., San Francisco, CA

Catalog No.: NA

Material: 14-18 carat gold with gold quartz stones

Markings: NA

Patent/Design No.: No

Patent/Design Date: No

Size (Inches): 2 1/4 x 1 1/2

Reverse: Engraved with scrollwork enclosing an oval cartouche with engraved initials. See photo.

Description and Comments: Horseshoe shaped. The front is set with numerous panels of gold quartz stones. Sides are engraved with scrollwork. Striker at bottom.

Submitted By: NA
 



 
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