Antique Lizard Brooch | Antique Dawson Alaska Klondike Gold Rush Brooch green ring Shakudo is a Japanese mixed

Shakudo is a Japanese mixed metal technique that involved an alloy of copper and gold that was treated to give it a dark patina

The chrysoprase measures 15mm by 11mm and the ring is currently a size 6

A perfect bridal piece or anniversary gift

and a comb that opens and closes

The ring marked for 10k gold and it is currently a size 5

Antique Lizard Brooch | Antique Dawson Alaska Klondike Gold Rush Brooch green ring Shakudo is a Japanese mixedAn outstanding lizard brooch from the Klondike gold rush town of Dawson, Alaska. This gold nugget brooch (circa 1896 1899) is 18k gold with turquoise eyes. The reverse of the piece is marked "Dawson 18k." The brooch measures 1. 7 inches from head to tail by 0. 7 inches wide. It is in good condition; however, the pin catch and one of the turquoise eyes are later replacements. Materials: Turquoise, Gold.