vintage designer signed gold filled brooch  

  

Vintage 40's Carl-Art GF Pendant /Brooch                  

A 1940's gold filled floral design by Carl Schraysshuen for his design & manufacturer Co., Carl-Art. The design is patented as indicated on the back of the leaf. The CA hallmark with an arrow pointing right is found on an oblong cartouche on the reverse. The metal is 12K yellow gold filled  with a rose gold finish on the blossom, stamen and buds. This brooch has a hook bail to be used as a pendant as well. The listing includes a contemporary 18 1/2" long 10K yellow gold chain. The vintage brooch condition is excellent.