Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Brooch by Ed Levin

Story

In 1950, artist Ed Levin began crafting jewelry using homemade tools in a small workshop. His early modernist designs rejected the mass-produced, ornate styles of the past, opting instead for clean lines that interacted dynamically with the human body.

Maker / Origin

Ed Levin (1921–2008) was a pioneer of the American modernist jewelry movement. After studying fine art in New York and learning traditional metalworking in Florence, Italy, he founded his studio to create wearable art that was both accessible and masterfully crafted. His early hand-signed or early-marked pieces from the 1950s and 60s remain highly collectible.

Condition & Value

The brooch is in excellent vintage condition with a beautiful, natural patina and light surface micro-scratching consistent with age. The original pin stem and clasp are fully functional. Preserving the original patina is recommended, as over-polishing can reduce value by 20-30%.