18k Hammerman Bros dog brooch, 15.3 dwts
2" long.--------------------------------------------(From Wilson Estate Jewelry website):Three brothers returned home to the United States after World War II to found what would become one of the nation’s finest jewelry manufacturing and design houses.A Heritage of Old World Craftsmanship.Benjamin, Bernard, and Hyman were descended from an Eastern European craftsman who excelled in the art of watchmaking. Before serving in World War II, the brothers worked in the Bowery in New York City, which at that time was a significant diamond center. Once their service ended, the trio decided to go into the jewelry business for themselves. The year was 1946; the place was New York City.The brothers began by setting up a jewelry manufacturing company. They quickly gained a solid reputation, producing fine jewelry using high-quality materials, including exceptional diamonds and gemstones, 18K gold, and platinum. Over time, their business expanded with the addition of the Kelman Casting Company and the Bermont Diamond Company. These acquisitions meant the majority of the process and supply could be done in-house.-----------------------------------------------------------------Davids notes:Marked with the famous HB conjoined initials and 18k, this piece is in excellent condition.Probably from the 1950s.The species of dog always alludes me but I think this is known as a Schauzer.Current scrap value is around 1000.00.

Good condition overall