Vintage Sterling Silver Mosaic Turquoise Inlay Turtle Pin Pendant Brooch 12.6g

Gorgeous vintage Southwestern style turtle pin-pendant combination piece. This dual-purpose accessory is beautifully crafted from heavy solid sterling silver, featuring a striking geometric mosaic channel inlay shell made of vibrant turquoise segments. The silver body showcases an intricate, highly detailed reptilian scaled texture with a rich, natural vintage patina.  The reverse side features a robust vertical pendant bale loop, allowing it to easily slide onto a silver chain or leather cord to be worn as a necklace. It also has a horizontal pin stem equipped with a secure rolling safety clasp to wear as a brooch.  - Type: Dual-Function Brooch Pin & Necklace Pendant - Style: Southwestern / Native American Motif - Metal: Solid Sterling Silver - Stones: Genuine Turquoise Mosaic Channel Inlay - Markings: Stamped © STERLING on a raised backplate - Weight: 12.6 Grams (Substantial, high-quality weight) - Length: 1.5 Inches (Head to tail) - Width: Approx. 1.25 Inches (Flipper to flipper)  Condition: Excellent vintage pre-owned condition. The inlay stones are entirely intact, completely smooth, and sit tightly in their settings. The sterling silver features a beautiful natural dark oxidation in the recessed details. Both the pin safety mechanism and the necklace bale are fully functional and secure.  Perfect addition to any sterling silver jewelry collection, or as a statement piece for boho, western, and artisanal style lovers.  *Please review all photos carefully as they are pa