A cluster of three metal daisies or sunflowers forms this brooch. The petals and stems are cast white metal and wrapped with a twisted wire to form a bouquet. The centers are gilded. Closure with a hinged pin and clasp on back.
brooches
pins (jewelry)
white metal
plating (metal coating)
floral patterns
flowers (plants)
Pin, Clothing
Brooch
Tin
Daisy
Brooch
Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),
Unknown
2.5 x 1.375 (HxW) (inches)
Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker
1998.4910
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