Is this Gold?

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rachelw
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Is this Gold?

Postby rachelw » Sat Jan 26, 2008 11:47 am

not sure whether this brooch is gold or not, i also would like some help in trying to figure out where it comes from!
all help appreciated :)

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sol7
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Location: Upstate NY

Postby sol7 » Thu Jan 31, 2008 7:28 pm

It's hard to tell, but does it say 950? If so, it is possibly gold plate over silver (.950).
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kerangoumar
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Postby kerangoumar » Fri Feb 01, 2008 4:11 pm

This is likely Mid-Eastern filigree with a gold wash or plating, which is termed vermeil. 950 is the silver content, out of 1000 parts, so better than sterling. Much of the Eastern filigree is gilded to give a more lavish appearance.
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