Trajectory | Tru-Kay Sterling Modernist Brooch, c. 1950s–60s
$95.00
Unit price perExpected delivery date: September 13
The future used to look like this.
There was a moment in the midcentury when everything seemed headed somewhere: satellites, jet travel, new buildings, new materials, new shapes. Even a brooch could look like it was moving.
Trajectory comes straight out of that visual language. Tru-Kay built the piece from sterling silver, then covered its sweeping surface with tiny engraved lines that catch the light as the form changes direction. A polished silver element seems to travel straight through the middle. It is small, strange, optimistic, and unmistakably of its moment.
Signed TK Sterling for Tru-Kay, an American jewelry manufacturer active during the midcentury period.
Details
- Era: Midcentury, approximately 1950s–1960s
- Maker: Tru-Kay
- Country: United States
- Metal: Sterling silver
- Hallmarks: TK, Sterling
- Measurements: Approximately 2 1/4 × 1 1/4 inches
- Weight: 4.93 grams
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal surface wear consistent with age. Pin mechanism functions as intended.
Please Note: Jewelry box, chains, styling props, and any additional items shown in photos are for display purposes only unless specifically listed as included.
Your piece will arrive carefully packaged in RetroStarr presentation wrapping, ready for gifting, collecting, or immediate wear.
Curated by Dana Sednek, GIA trained jewelry professional and founder of RetroStarr, where each jewel is hand selected for its past lives and future attitude.
This is a vintage fine jewelry piece, made with the quality and character of a bygone era.
Handle with care — she’s decades strong, but not indestructible.
To keep her sparkling into the future:
- Store separately to avoid scratches
- Avoid soaks, dips, or harsh chemicals
- Use a soft cloth for gentle cleaning
She’s lived through fashion eras — and she’s ready for whatever comes next.
All RetroStarr pieces ship within 3–5 business days via insured USPS Priority Mail.
Due to the one-of-a-kind nature of vintage jewelry, all sales are final. Please read descriptions carefully and reach out with any questions before purchasing — we’re happy to help!
$95.00
Unit price per