This tie tack is a good example of Art Deco design yet is a retro piece dating from the 1970's or 1980's. The gem is a glass crystal which has been emerald cut just like a real precious stone would be. It is a brilliant sapphire blue, it has an octagonal shape and is held in place by four flat claws and a metal cup. The whole thing is finished in a silver tone metal and pins through the tie into a twist back guard. There is a chain and bar attached to this to enable the tie tack to be further secured through a button hole. This tie pin is in excellent condition. It is such a good looking piece that people might think you are wearing a genuine art deco piece with a real sapphire set in platinum. Not bad for the price!
