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Gold-Plated Flying Fish Brooch – Marine Life Pin| iBrilliance
Gold-Plated Flying Fish Brooch – Marine Life Pin| iBrilliance
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Nature’s Most Daring Leap. Now Worn Close to the Heart.
The flying fish does not belong entirely to the sea, nor entirely to the sky — it inhabits the breathtaking moment between the two. Cast in solid cupronickel (white brass) using the ancient lost-wax method, every scale, every fin, every detail of this brooch is formed by hand before it is ever touched by gold. The pectoral wings and tail are finished in warm gold plating; the body shimmers in polished nickel plating — two finishes, one creature, one extraordinary piece of wearable sculpture. Pin it to a lapel, a collar, a bag, or a hat. Wear it as a conversation. Wear it as a declaration. Wear it as a reminder that the most beautiful things in nature are the ones that refuse to stay in one place.
Why You Will Love This:
Lost-Wax Cast Cupronickel — Every Detail Preserved: This brooch is cast using the ancient lost-wax (cire perdue) method — a process in which a hand-sculpted wax model is encased in ceramic, burned away, and replaced with molten cupronickel (white brass). The result is a level of surface detail — individual scales, fin striations, the curve of the gill — that no stamping or die-casting process can replicate. Each piece is finished entirely by hand.
Gold-Plated Wings & Tail, Nickel-Plated Body: The sweeping pectoral fins and tail are finished in warm gold plating, while the body and head are finished in polished nickel plating — a deliberate two-tone contrast that mirrors the flying fish’s own natural colouring as it breaks the surface of the sea. The plating is applied after casting and hand-finishing, ensuring even coverage across every surface.
A Note on Handcrafted Character: Because every piece is cast and finished by hand using the lost-wax method, minor surface variations — faint texture differences, slight asymmetries, tiny pinholes — are an inherent and expected characteristic of the process. They are not defects. They are the signature of a piece made by human hands, not a machine.
Versatile Wear: The brooch pin fastening allows it to be worn on lapels, collars, scarves, hats, bags, and jacket pockets. It works equally well on tailored suiting and casual knitwear — a piece that moves between contexts as freely as the fish it depicts.
Product Specifications:
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Cupronickel / White Brass (lost-wax cast) |
| Finish — Gold parts | Gold plating (wings & tail) |
| Finish — Silver parts | Nickel plating (body & head) |
| Weight | approx. 6.3 g |
| Length | approx. 40 mm / 1.57" |
| Width | approx. 3.5 mm |
| Height (wingspan) | approx. 25 mm / 0.98" |
| Fastening | Brooch pin (standard) |
Due to the lost-wax casting and hand-finishing process, minor surface variations are inherent to each piece. These are a hallmark of authentic handcrafted metalwork — not a defect.
How to Use & Care:
Fastening: Open the brooch pin clasp, pass the pin through your fabric, and close the clasp securely. For delicate fabrics, use a brooch back protector (not included) to distribute the weight and prevent fabric damage.
Avoid moisture: Do not wear while swimming or bathing. Avoid prolonged contact with perfume, hairspray, and skin creams, which can affect the plating over time.
Storage: Store in a soft pouch or jewellery box when not wearing to prevent scratching. Keep away from other metal pieces that may scratch the plating.
Cleaning: Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Do not use ultrasonic cleaners, chemical polishes, or abrasive cloths.
At iBrilliance, we believe jewelry is more than an adornment — it is an extension of your unique story. Our collections are curated for those who value authenticity, natural beauty, and the quiet luxury of meaningful design.
