Unidentifiable Sterling Mark on Brooch

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CGMan15
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Unidentifiable Sterling Mark on Brooch

Postby CGMan15 » Mon Apr 02, 2007 12:21 am

A few days ago I got this beautiful brooch. I went through all of the hallmarks on this website and couldn't find one that matched.
I thought it may be Scandanavian because of its appearance, however I am no expert on sterling and it could easily be something else.

It is marked sterling as well as a hallmark which appears to be either a "T" or a mushroom of sorts.
It has a catseye on the front with an eyebrow over it. Thank you for this wonderful forum as well.
I can't wait to hear your opinions.

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Hose_dk
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Postby Hose_dk » Mon Apr 02, 2007 1:13 am

a wild guess is that its from Norway. I think that the marks look like a Norwegian tradition, but its only a guess.
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2209patrick
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Postby 2209patrick » Mon Apr 02, 2007 2:35 am

I believe your piece was made by Sam Kramer who was located in Greenwich Village, New York City. He worked from 1913 to 1964.
He was a popular and major influence in the American studio jewelry movement.

Regards,
Pat.
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CGMan15
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Postby CGMan15 » Mon Apr 02, 2007 7:51 pm

It looks like you are correct Pat. Thankyou so much. I really appreciate all of your help.
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