The Finift Ribbon Brooch has a German silver filigree bow from which dangles the hand-painted enamel brooch. These enamel pieces are hand made in Rostov, Russia. As typical of the long finift heritage, the framing and wires are made of German silver (cupronickel alloy). Finift enamel jewelry is prized among Russian ladies. Go Russian, and enjoy the lasting beauty of this hand painted enamel jewelry!