{"product_id":"antique-lion-or-chimera-stickpin-of-12k-and-14k-gold","title":"Antique Lion or Chimera Stickpin of 12k and 14k Gold","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA striking antique stickpin dating to 1900, designed as a finely sculpted lion or chimera crafted in 12 karat gold, accented with vivid tsavorite garnet eyes and a sparkling diamond held within its jaws. The figure is mounted on a 14 karat gold pin stem, creating a refined contrast between the sculptural head and the elegant elongated form of the pin.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe pin head measures 0.6 inches by 0.5 inches wide, with the entire stickpin measuring 2.75 inches in length and weighing 1.93 grams, offering a delicate yet distinctive presence when worn. It is presented in good antique condition; however, the pin stem appears to be a repair.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGemstone identification has been confirmed using Raman spectroscopy, a non-destructive analytical technique that provides a precise chemical fingerprint to verify authenticity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMetal authenticity has been professionally verified using XRF (X-ray fluorescence) analysis and traditional jeweler’s acid testing, confirming 12K gold for the figure and 14K gold for the pin stem. A rare and highly collectible example of antique figural jewelry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatch the video \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/E54fQcRbxNY\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Antique Lion or Chimera Stickpin\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Trademark Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43995789721665,"sku":"L476","price":725.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0445\/7909\/files\/antique-lion-or-chimera-stickpin-of-12k-and-14k-gold-9554625.jpg?v=1780132811","url":"https:\/\/trademarkantiques.com\/products\/antique-lion-or-chimera-stickpin-of-12k-and-14k-gold","provider":"Trademark Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}