Art Nouveau Griffin Charm | Antique Pin Conversion Airedale charm Shakudo pieces were used to

Shakudo pieces were used to decorate armor and were later incorporated into jewelry and art

An attractive carved carnelian scarab charm created from an antique 14k gold stick pin (circa 1910)

and they have a combined weight of 16

The 14k gold griffin is accented with a pearl and is marked 14k on the reverse

Art Nouveau Griffin Charm | Antique Pin Conversion Airedale charm Shakudo pieces were used toAn intriguing griffin charm created from an Art Nouveau era stick pin (circa 1910 1920). The 14k gold griffin is accented with a pearl and bears the maker's mark for Alling & Co. of Newark, NJ. The piece measures 0. 625 inches from top to bottom by 0. 5 inches wide. It is in good condition with one small dent and a bit of discoloration on the reverse of the piece where the original pin stem was removed. Materials: Pearl, Gold.