Art Nouveau Enamel Lady Stickpin of 18k Gold graduation jewelry a combination much loved during

a combination much loved during the high Victorian period for its symbolism of guidance

yet quite striking

The mano cornuto is an Italian amulet used to protect against the evil eye

We are selling the pin in its original Bailey Banks & Biddle Philadelpia box

The piece was originally an antique silver-plated belt buckle (circa 1910-1920)

Art Nouveau Enamel Lady Stickpin of 18k Gold graduation jewelry a combination much loved duringA poetic tribute to femininity and artistry, this Art Nouveau stickpin (circa 1910) features a beautifully enameled womans face, framed by flowing hair and accented with inset gemstones, all rendered in solid 18 karat gold. Her delicate features and the soft pastel tones of the enamel embody the elegance and organic movement central to the Art Nouveau aesthetic. Crafted with exceptional detail, the pins face measures 0. 7 inches tall by 0. 5 inches