Metzke Vintage Pewter Hound Dog Brooch Pin

Metzke Peter was a family-owned company that designed and manufactured pewter giftware in Tallahassee, Florida. The company was founded in 1963 by Dr. Fred Metzke and his wife Mary. The company's products were hand-finished and shipped internationally. It grew to become one of the world's largest pewter manufacturers. However, the company closed in 1997 due to competition from imported pewter. **Please zoom into pictures for more details and please inspect them carefully as they are part of the description. Feel free to ask any questions. Shows normal wear and tear as it has been worn over the years.