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American Art deco Gold Equestrian seed pearl and ruby brooch
An American Art Deco equestrian brooch depicting a horse, set throughout with seed pearls and accented by a single ruby representing the eye, mounted in tested 14kt yellow gold. The reverse hand-engraved with the presentation inscription:
“S.R.R TO ALMA R. RECTANUS / MIDDLETOWN.OHIO / JULY 7 1930”
Why we are obsessed:
Every antique tells a story, but this one names its protagonists. Engraved on July 7, 1930, for Alma R. Rectanus by her husband Sidney R. Rectanus, a pioneer in early labor relations and Vice President of steel powerhouse ARMCO, this gold brooch sits at the exact intersection of 1930s high fashion and American industrial heritage. What makes it truly exceptional is its traceable provenance. Sidney was a nationally recognized leader who helped reshape modern workforce management. While most antique jewelry remains anonymous, this brooch offers collectors a fully documented origin story attached to a nationally recognized historical figure. It is a rare, deeply personal slice of American history.
Product Type:
Brooches
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