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Dolphin and Pearl Stickpin

Carter, Howe dolphin and pearl stickpin (SP9427)

Dolphin and Pearl


A dolphin in the Renaissance style quickly turns as if startled by a luminous pearl or rising air bubble.  The sea creature is finely sculpted with an energetically twisting body, richly textured scales and a determined expression.  A small pink sapphire brightens the dolphin's eye.  Created by Carter, Howe & Co. in 14kt gold circa 1900.

Carter, Howe (later Carter, Gough) was a maker of beautiful brooches, stickpins and other fine jewels featuring fantastic and mythological creatures.  Founded in 1841,  the firm was based in Newark, New Jersey and remained in operation until the early 1930s.

The Carter, Howe maker's mark (an arrowhead surrounding a small "C")  is stamped just beneath the pin stem to the right of the "14K" precious metal mark (see photo below).

Cost:  Although this elegant stickpin has sold,  you will find many more fine stickpins in the Antique Stickpin Gallery.

Measurements:  This 14kt gold stickpin is 2 3/8" long and weighs 2.4 grams.  The dolphin measures  11/16" wide by 10/16" tall.


Carter, Howe dolphin and pearl stickpin (SP9427)



Carter, Howe dolphin and pearl stickpin (SP9427)


Here are a few more elegant jewels from the past ...

Hans Brassler amethyst and diamond scroll stickpin. (SP9633) Fierce lion with diamond stickpin. (J9467) Whiteside & Blank Classic Revival stickpin with peridot. (J9001)



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