Vintage 9k Gold Shotgun Brooch 1958

A fine and impressive vintage 9 karat bi-colour gold shotgun brooch - boxed; part of our sporting jewellery collection. This fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 9k rose and white gold. This vintage brooch has been modelled in the form of a Purdey 12 bore sporting shotgun. The double barrel of the shotgun is crafted in white gold, with the comb and trigger in rose gold. The grip of the gun is embellished with engraved scrolling decoration. The gun brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and safety clasp. This vintage brooch is hallmarked to the reverse with the maker's mark (A&W), the 9 karat gold mark (9, .375), the Birmingham Assay Office mark (anchor) and the date letter for 1958 (J). This impressive vintage unisex sporting brooch is fitted to a hinged leatherette presentation box with a satin and velvet lined interior. The interior of the box is bears the retailer's mark 'Estd 1805, Z. Barraclough & Sons Ltd, Goldsmiths, Leeds'. A vintage gold shotgun brooch is a distinctive gift for sporting enthusiasts, game shooters and admirers of British country traditions. Ideal for birthdays, retirements or events like the Game Fair, it appeals to collectors of rural memorabilia and countryside style. Origin: Birmingham, England