A penguin-shaped brooch featuring a black enameled body and wing, silver inset rhinestones on a gold tone base on the belly, and tiny red eye. The brooch is affixed with a locking c-clasp closure and measures 3/4" across and 1 1/2" tall. The maker is unknown and the condition is very good.
Gold Tone refers to a base metal that has been colored gold on the surface, but has no measurable gold content. Gold tone jewelry is not recommended for people with sensitivity to nickle or other types of metals, as it can cause a rash.