Isfahan Persian Silver Enameled Oval Brooch W Cannetille Rim 20 grams 2" long

Description

Antique Isfahan Persian Silver Enameled Porcelain Oval Brooch W Cann
e
tille
Rim.
Hand made Hand Painted Brooch.
H
as a Roll over clasp.
D
etailed silver Cannetille design around the Rim.
Low Grade Silver
M
easures approx. 2” long x 1 .5” wide.
N
o enamel loss or cracks.
S
ome residual old silver polish.
Wt 20 grams.
Non smoking home.
These are made in a uniquely Persian art form called MINA KAREE prized by collectors.
It is made by painting the surfaces(usually copper, gold or silver) and them firing them in a special furnace to add strength and stabilize the color.