Vintage Gillian Packard Silver Sputnik Starburst Brooch

An incredible sterling silver brooch in an exploding sputnik style with a purplish stone at the centre. Stamped GEP, we believe it to be the work of the pioneering English jeweller Gillian Packard (1938-1997), who was known for her radical, sculptural designs. Her pieces can be found in several important public collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

Fixes with a simple C clasp, with a safety chain for additional security.

SIZE: Approximately 7 x 3.5cm.

WEIGHT: 10.8g.

MATERIALS: 925 sterling silver. The stone is untested but it has the look of a synthetic colour-changing corundum or Alexandrite.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: GEP, Sheffield 1981.

CONDITION: Very good vintage condition. We have not overpolished, there is some patina of aging on the silver but you could take it to a higher shine if you prefer.

ERA: 1981.

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