Ilias Lalaounis Solid 18K Yellow Gold Lion Head Brooch/Slider - This lovely brooch was made by famed Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis, and was finely crafted of solid 18k yellow gold. Ilias Lalaounis was a 4th generation jeweler who began his career in the 1930s as an apprentice at his uncle's firm, Zolotas. This jewelry designer is so well loved and historic that they have their own museum, The Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum is a museum in Athens, Greece. The piece can be used as a brooch with the straight pin on the back or as a slider which can be used as a scarf accent, etc. The brooch has a mythological lion head design with ornate textured details, millgrain accents and a lovely satiny finish. The piece measures 2.25" x 1.5" and is signed with the designer's picto hallmark, "GREECE" and the gold purity "750". Condition: The brooch is in excellent condition with minimal wear. (WEIGHT: 22.5 grams) PLEASE NOTE, PRE-AUCTION SALES: GWS reserves the right to sell any Lot(s) through a negotiated transaction at any time prior to the conclusion of the auction. If a Lot is sold through a negotiated transaction, it will be withdrawn from the auction. All pre-auction purchases will receive free, overnight, insured shipping. Please email gwsauctions@gmail.com to submit a pre-auction offer.