Swallow Bird Vintage Traditional Tattoo Acetate Stencil from Bert Grimm's Shop The brooch is in nice

The brooch is in nice condition and the pinback works great

It originally would have had a spool above the lens

Markings: sterling

Here's a truly stunning genuine antique print of a beautiful woman with a mandolin

This piece was likely made in Japan

Swallow Bird Vintage Traditional Tattoo Acetate Stencil from Bert Grimm's Shop The brooch is in niceThis vintage traditional tattoo acetate stencil comes from the estate of old school tattoo artist Col. William L. Todd who worked alongside partner Bob Shaw at the world famous Bert Grimm's Tattoo Studio at Nu Pike in Long Beach California starting in 1973. This hand etched stencil is one of a kind. It was acquired from Col. Todd's son, Larry, from his personal collection of his father's effects from Bert Grimm's shop. Please see the attached letter