Interesting Brooch

[JasonA]

Probably nothing more than a simple, custom piece of jewelry, but just noticed this piece this morning, and found it interesting.

With the swastica surmounted by a crescent moon, it reminded me of a Turkish influence. The same crescent moon is found on the Galllipoli star medal, as you guys know.

Again, probably nothing more than a curiosity, and certainly not anything official, but thought I would throw it up here to see if you guys have seen anything like this before.

Best regards,

Jason

[Gran Sasso]

With the swastica surmounted by a crescent moon, it reminded me of a Turkish influence. The same crescent moon is found on the Galllipoli star medal, as you guys know.

Looks a bit like the ancient egyptian moon-barke (ship)

[Woolgar]

Not a National Socialist swas IMO

Nick

[Kondor]

Very nice piece of turn of last century jewelry. A very popular piece for good luck, by not NS related.

[JasonA]

Interesting replies, all of you. Thanks!

Appreciate you showing that piece too, Kondor. I think we sometimes forget that the symbol of the swastica has historical longevity, and we too often associate it exclusively with National Socialism and WWII.

Great point.

Best regards,

Jason

[juoneen]

This pin may be gold. Why it has a serial number I am mystified about, but i would keep it if i were you...may turn out to be important some day down the road. I like it , and the seed pearls ill bet are also original. tough them against a tooth, and they should feel gritty...just dont scrape them against your tooth...just touch them against your tooth. You have a Good eye JasonA. Keep hunting , its just a numbers game till you find something exceptional....but i think this is way cool.

[byterock]

Lovely Art-deco piece quite collectible in some circles as this style was only popular for a short period in the mid 20s. The
Egypt connection is spot on very popular after the 1922 Tuk discovery.

Don't know the maker mark but I am sure it can be researched. I would start in the States

[JasonA]

I had originally started this thread with the website in plain view. Any one of you could have ordered it if you so desired. It's still available, I see, on Kai's site. I appreciate the consideration had I been interested in ordering this. That said, it is more of a curiosity item for me as it is outside of my focus. So I would encourage anybody here to secure it if it was up your alley!

In any event, great feedback from everybody. Thanks again for throwing in your two cents.

Juoneen - I appreciate very much the kind words.

Best regards,

Jason