Rare Beth Piver Steampunk Apple Brooch Pin Convertible Necklace Pendant Signed

Artist: Beth Piver (Signed by the artisan on the back) Design: Asymmetrical Sculptural Apple Era: Late 20th Century / Early Y2K American Craft Movement Material: Mixed Metals (Nickel/Silver-tone base with Brass/Gold-tone accents) Type: Convertible Brooch Pin / Necklace Pendant (Features integrated large bale at top stem) Aesthetic: Modernist Steampunk / Industrial / Techno-Romantic Wearable Art  Item Details:  A rare, highly collectible statement piece of wearable sculpture by renowned artisan Beth Piver. This unique convertible piece features an asymmetrical apple silhouette crafted with a textured metal base, highlighted by an intricately detailed gold-tone leaf and a central industrial gear accent secured via cold-connection rivets. It features a traditional secure pin mechanism as well as an integrated bale at the top, allowing it to be worn easily as a necklace pendant. This piece was handed down to me from a personal family collection.  Honest Condition Note: Very good vintage condition with a beautiful, natural age patina and minimal tarnish from careful storage over the decades. The metal is structurally sound, and the pin mechanism on the back functions smoothly and locks securely. No original box included, but the item will be wrapped securely and shipped with care. Please review all close-up and measurement photos to verify condition details before purchasing.