Ann Hand Vintage 1990’s Famous Liberty Eagle Pin Ruby Crystal Eye- Special Find!

This original creation by the Washington D.C. Based designer is a favorite of "First Ladies, ambassadors, senators, congresswomen, celebrities and leaders in the fields of arts, science, business and the Armed Forces," according to Hand's website. Hand is famous for her patriotic jewelry, and for jewelry and accessory designs commissioned by the White House and other government agencies like the State Department, the departments of justice, and defense, the CIA, among others. The designer says she draws inspiration for her jewelry from America's rich history. This famous pin depicts a golden regal . The eagle is finely textured, its head tilted to the right, and its mouth agape. This is an earlier version of the pin, as the current one has the eagle's mouth shut. Clad in 18-karat gold, with a ruby eye. The website says the crystal is genuine ruby crystal. The pin is marked Ann Hand on back. I’ve found many with pearls on the bottom but newer ones without on her website. Although this could be missing the faux Pearl. It measures approx 1 1/4” x 1 2/3”. In very good to excellent condition, with little visible wear everywhere. Ann Hand is founder and CEO of Ann Hand, LLC, one of the most distinctive and prominent jewelry design firms in America. Her designs have been worn by some of the most powerful and influential women and men in the nation. She is often referred to as the Nation's jeweler. Be one of the elite few to own one of these fabulous pins!!