Vintage DeNicola RARE St George Dragon Figural Brooch Pin - Vintage and rare, St George slaying a dragon brooch. This is a book piece and Hallmarked DeNicola inside an oval cartouche' on base of brooch. This is a statue that can stand alone or can also be worn as a pin. The story of St. George dates to the 10th century, when a dragon was blocking access to the town's water supply demanding a virgin as a sacrifice. Almighty St. George, in turn, slew the dragon with his sword. The brooch is a gold tone plated metal that is textured. The armor that St. George is wearing is embellished with clear rhinestones. The dragon lying below St. George's horse has two small emerald green eyes. St. George's sword is tipped with a turquoise colored bead. The brooch can be found on page 63 of Lillian Bakers book- "Fifty Years of Collecting Costume Jewelry". Measures 2" x 1.75" and is .50" wide. Piece in its original box and has apparently never been worn.

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