Vintage MASTERCRAFT Wood & Marcasite Heart Brooch

A beautiful example of mid-century jewelry with this rare signed Mastercraft brooch. Crafted in silvertone metal with a dark wood inlay, the design features radiant sunbursts and an intricate cross motif — powerful, symbolic, and dramatic. Maker: Mastercraft • Mastercraft was a mid-20th century American jewelry maker, active primarily in the 1940s–1960s. • Known for bold, dimensional metalwork and unique motifs, often produced in smaller runs compared to the larger houses like Coro or Trifari. • Their pieces are collectible for their scarcity, weighty craftsmanship, and unusual themes. Details: • Silvertone metal with dark wood inlay • Heart Shape, architectural design with marcasite • Signed MASTERCRAFT on reverse • C-clasp closure in working order although crooked, wear consistent with age and an occasional missing stone • Vintage wear consistent with age: some patina, darkening, and small surface wear on metal • Wood inlay shows natural variation and dark toning • Presents beautifully and displays well A striking collector’s piece from a lesser-known but highly collectible vintage maker. Perfect for those who love jewelry with mystery, symbolism, and history.