American Patriotism and Costume Jewelry

Looking through my collection of patriotic jewelry, I find it is roughly divided into two main categories - Patriotic and Sweetheart. Patriotic pieces, include subjects such as flags, eagles, politics, and the red, white and blue color combination. Sweetheart jewelry includes pieces given to and worn by loved ones while someone was in military service. This post will focus on examples of traditional, patriotic and political costume jewelry. Sweetheart jewelry will be covered in a future post.

 TRADITIONAL THEMES IN PATRIOTIC JEWELRY
AMERICAN FLAG

American Flag by Stauer (available in shop)

      
The two on the right are by Beau

 
THE GREAT SEAL OF THE UNITED STATES

Necklace by Art

Celluloid Pin

Coro Lapel Pin

Cuff Links

Tortolani Necklace

Silver pin

Zell Compact

AMERICAN EAGLE

Coro Pin (available in shop)

Unsigned Silver Pin

(Available in shop)

Eisenberg Pin

PATRIOTIC ICONS

            
Uncle Sam Pins, the first is by ExClayMations, the others are unsigned

George Washington Cameo, Made of Plastic in Czechoslovakia

The Spirit of '76 Silver Charm

Lunch at the Ritz July 4th Celebration Pin (available in shop)

     
Silver Charms

Silver Statue of Liberty Ring

RED, WHITE & BLUE

      
Dog Pin by SA

Kay Denning Enamel and Copper Bracelet

      
Sarah Coventry "Americana Set" and Unsigned Plastic Set

POLITICAL PINS

Hooray for the Red, White and Blue. Have a safe 4th of July!
and be sure to check my shop for all your patriotic jewelry needs.