Materials and Features:

• This brooch represents an authentic piece of late-20th-century independent studio art jewelry. Bypassing the mass-production casting steps used by commercial giftware brands, this item was individually crafted by cutting sheet metal blanks, manually hammering the contours, and finishing the pieces in a localized workshop layout. Independent craft jewelry of this classification features custom bench signatures and year indicators cut straight into the metal with a vibratory engraver instead of utilizing factory hallmarks or corporate trademark cartouches. The raw, unplated status of the alloy ensures that the metal will interact naturally with environmental elements, generating a rich, localized vintage patina over time that highlights its handmade provenance.

Type: Rigid horizontal base-metal safety bar-pin backing plate attached with localized solder or high-tensile jewelry adhesive.

Age/Origin: Dated ‘98 / Unknown Studio Production

Marks: Hand-engraved script signature on the reverse accompanied by a legible "'98" date marker, though the specific artist's surname remains illegible due to stylized workbench script.

Measurements:

• Weight: 4.3g

• Dimensions: 1.625" x 1.25"

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The hand-hammered metal body displays stable original coloring with a mild, age-appropriate alloy aroma and zero harsh corrosion or dark pitting. The polished aluminum heart element is held firmly within its placement path with maximum structural stability. The hand-scribed workshop marking on the lower backing plate remains deeply cut, legible, and unmarred. The reverse pin assembly retains strong straight alignment, and the safety catch locks cleanly under manual pressure.

Items sold in the Under $20 and SALE shops are assumed to be in AS-IS condition. These may or may not have missing stones, dangles or drops, may come with non-original clasps and fittings, may be in like-new to poor condition. Imperfections and flaws are not detailed on the item description for most of these items. Pictures may be limited - please send inquiry with any questions.