Vintage Art Deco Mid Century Sterling Silver Brutalist HEAVY buying Pin Brooch | Antique | 24.6 Grams | Handmade | 2.33" L | 1.85" W | Squid Motif

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Listing Description by: Tayler E.

The Piece

Age Circa: Mid Century C. 1935 - 1965

Markings: Unmarked, Tested, and Guaranteed

Country of Origin: Unknown

Brand: Unknown

Gram Weight: 24.6 Grams

Metal Type: .925 Sterling Silver

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Item Measurements: The pin brooch measures 2.33" long by 1.85" wide.

Pin/Brooch Style: Brooch, Lapel Pin, Hat Pin, Scarf Pin, Tie Pin

Closure Type: Pin Stem With Closing "C" Clasp

Convertible: If desired, your local jeweler can add a bale to this piece, so it can be worn as a pendant.

Notable Features:
-Heavy, large pin
-Made in Brutalist style
-Squid/aquatic motif
-Empty setting can accommodate a bead/pearl

Damage: Age appropriate wear. This piece is tarnished and has an empty setting and glue residue from a missing pearl. The setting can hold a bead/pearl up to 3.8 mm in diameter. The price of the item has been reduced to reflect this.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Mid-Century era, 1935 to 1965, encompassed many new styles of art and architecture and this carried over to buying jewelry making. This exciting time for jewelry saw movements such as Hollywood Regency, Modernism, Brutalism, and the Atomic Age. Native American artisans were also making their mark in the jewelry industry. Artisans used many kinds of metals, gemstones, glass, and experimented with ceramic and wood as well. This era was filled with new and innovative designs, while also rejuvenating and reinventing older styles. The unique jewelry which emerged from this era is still very popular today.

The Brutalist Style is architectural in origin and arose from the modernist movement of the early 20th century. The name comes from the French word for “Raw.” In buildings, it can be noted by the exposed concrete construction, or detailed brickwork and concrete. Jewelry follows in this fashion on a smaller scale, with rough textures and an inherently unpolished look. The edgy, unfinished look to the Brutalist style counters the light, carefree appearance of the 1930s and 1940s art and architecture it was built alongside.



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