Duck-billed platypus brooch in Tasmanian Myrtle wood veneer with a delicate laser-engraved retro pattern of overlapping squares
The brooch gift box can be folded out into an easel card with a matching turquoise pattern.

Captain Retro Platypus brooch

$35.00

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This dashing Duck-Billed Platypus brooch is delicately engraved with a retro pattern of interlocking squares.

Made in Tasmania from Tasmanian Myrtle veneer, which has a lovely grain and a beautiful warm, reddish-brown hue.

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The custom-made packaging can be folded into an easel-style card or stand, perfect for keeping this little treasure on display.

Please ensure that Captain Retro is removed from any clothing before washing. He’s unusually hydrophobic for a platypus!

Please also note that every sheet of veneer is unique and as such, your purchase may differ from the example pictured in terms of the natural grain of the wood.

  • happily tailored in Hobart, Tasmania
  • hook-style brooch pin
  • Captain Retro measures 70mm x 26mm (2.76″ x 1.02″)
  • when folded, the packaging measures 85mm x 60mm x ~7mm (3.35″ x 2.36″ x 0.2″)
  • laser cut and engraved from4.2mm thick Tasmanian Myrtle (Nothofagus cunninghamii ) wood veneer
  • the wood has been sealed with waterbased varnish for protection and a natural, matte finish
  • the packaging is printed on FSC certified, 250gsm card

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