A sterling silver Boxer dog head pin, or brooch.  This is a stunning thre quarter portait study of a beautiful Boxer dog head.  Many pins like this are quite flat in design.  This pin however is almost a full study of the dog's head.  It is about a 75% study of the animal's head, expertly captured.  The dog has real presence and a regal nature to it. From laying flat it reaches nearly an inch form a flat surface.

The Boxer breed originated in Germany in the late 19th century. It was developed from the now-extinct Bullenbeisser, a hunting dog descended from the English Mastiff, crossbred with Bulldogs imported from Great Britain. The Bullenbeisser had been used for centuries as a hunting dog, employed in the pursuit of bears, wild boars, and deer.

The pin is marked "sterling" inside the hollow back of the pin.  It is hollow, but still has a god weight to it.  All the animal's details have been wonderfully captures; hair, nose, eyes, and all important jowls! A fabulous piece that any Boxer owner will cherish! 

Made in America, circa 1950's.