Vintage Damascene 24k Gold Electroplated Tiger Necklace/Pin by Reed and Barton

This versatile piece is a Damascene "Tiger" Necklace or clip. by Reed & Barton, est. 1824. Damascene jewelry was inspired by an ancient craft that flourished in Damascus a long, long time ago. This rare art medium, patented by Reed & Barton and done mostly by hand, gives an exciting dimension to the world's most time-honored metals -- pure silver, bronze, burnished copper and 24 Kt gold electroplate.The reverse is also signed Reed & Barton Damascene.This item is in excellent vintage condition with extremely minimal wear as shown. If you have any questions please let me know and I am always open to reasonable offers.