1950s Gold Leo Lion Charm austrian when the use of platinum

when the use of platinum and diamond was introduced by jewellers

who witnessed an event in the Philippines in 1521 whilst chronicling Magellan's voyage of discovery

Some wear to the stones including a couple of chips and one has a missing end

colour G-I

1950s Gold Leo Lion Charm austrian when the use of platinumDATE: Mid Century, 1952 Regal vintage lion charm in solid 9 karat yellow gold. The detail and posture are both fantastic, in mid stride with head raised high and tail looping up over his back. A full set of Birmingham hallmarks confirm the gold fineness as well as the year it was made: 1952. MEASUREMENTS 14. 3 x 11. 7 x 5. 1mm WEIGHT 2. 8g MARKS English hallmarks for 9k gold, Birmingham 1952 CONDITION Very good, light wear commensurate with age