Dragon Motif with Gems

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Dragon Motif with Gems

IMSA#: PMSG-028

Estimated Date: 1900

Country of Origin: USA

Manufacturer: T. B. Starr , New York, NY (Unconfirmed, possibly made by Gorham Mfg. Co. for T. B. Starr)

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Material: 18k Gold, Diamonds, Emeralds and Rubies

Markings: Bezel marked "18k gold" and "T. B. Starr"

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Size (Inches): 2.04 x 1.27

Reverse: Engraved initials and gems

Description and Comments: Dragon motif with gem stones, figures on sides. Concave striker on bottom.

Submitted By: From the collection of Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, Smithsonian Institution. Gift of Carol B. and Stephen W. Brener.