Featured Silver and Brass Pin with an interesting back story

Apparently, this company has been producing handmade pins since 1933, and the silver and brass version I found since 1979, so this pin could be 40 years old but more likely newer. What I wanted to share with you all, is the story I found when I researched the Stuart Nye Jewelry's Famous Dogwood Design pin I had bought at a resale shop.

https://stuartnye.com/product-overview. ​

They use hand made tools to cut and hammers to fashion their pins and other jewelry. Their shop is part of a tourist area in Asheville North Carolina. I am a sucker for things with an interesting history, so for those who haven't visited Tunnel Road: https://thevintagetraveler.wordpress.com/2011/06/30/stuart-nye-since-1933/

 

Lovely brooch and great story, Kiko. I love it that it still has that 1930s-40s look and feel. Simple and honest artisan work, with simple tools and materials, wonderful.

 

simple elegance ...i luv mixed metals....when done right !

 

I so appreciate those who take the time and make the effort to share knowledge gleaned and lore that should be broadcast. Thank you for that!

 

Thanks for showing us and adding to our knowledge base.

 

Thank you. I was immediately attracted to it because it evoked a bygone era. It was only when I got home and cleaned it did I discover its secrets.

 

Thank you. I get so much from the members here that I am always interested in sharing back.

 

Thank you. I did a search on the site to see if anyone else had discovered this interesting jewelry maker and when I couldn't find anything, I thought you all might like to join me in the exploration.

 

Thanks komo. I haven't thought of it this way. I appreciate your insight!

 

Check out their calla lily designs, they are lovely!

 

Thank you. I enjoyed reading the article.

 

The one I have is surprisingly delish too my photos don’t it justice

 

I agree The author did a good job in sharing her excitement about finding out about this tiny piece of the universe