Full Cry | 14k Essex Crystal Fox Hunting Horn Brooch (Interwar Period)
$1,695.00
Expected delivery date: November 02
Charm has covered ambition for centuries.
A smile appears, the terms improve, and someone else realizes too late what game was being played. Civilized on the surface, excellent instincts underneath.
Created in the interwar years, when jewelry still understood codes, sport, and beautifully disguised status, this 14k Essex crystal brooch says far more than it first admits. Reverse-carved beneath crystal with a fox hunting horn motif, it carries old-world craftsmanship with surprisingly modern wit. Pin it to a lapel, collar, knit, or blazer and let good manners do what they’ve always done best.
Details
• Era: Interwar period, c. 1920s–1930s
• Metal: 14k gold
• Technique: Essex crystal (reverse-carved under quartz rock crystal)
• Motif: Fox hunting horn
• Size: Approx. 7/8 in. tall x 1 1/2 in. wide
• Hallmarks: Marked 14k
• Condition: Clean vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age
Please Note:
Jewelry boxes, display props, and accessories shown in photographs are for styling purposes only unless specifically identified as included in the listing.
Your piece arrives in RetroStarr packaging, ready for gifting, collecting, or making an unforgettable entrance.
Curated by Dana Sednek, GIA Graduate Gemologist 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, dry cloth for gentle cleaning, taking extra care with delicate stones and finishes
She’s lived through fashion eras, and she’s ready for whatever comes next.
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