Vintage Signed HAR / Hargo Creations Domed Faux Coral Brooch – Mid-Century
Beautiful and highly dimensional vintage brooch by collectible mid-century costume jewelry maker HAR, the signature used by Hargo Creations of New York. Founded as Hargo Creations in New York City in 1955 by Joseph Heilbrenner and Edith Levitt the company operated for a short time, producing high-end and whimsical costume jewelry from 1955 until Heilbrenner’s death in 1968.
This striking approximately 1 1/2-inch brooch features an elaborate domed, openwork design with a large glossy coral-pink oval cabochon at the center. It is surrounded by concentric rows of orange round cabochons and dramatic coral-pink pointed/drop-shaped elements, all arranged within an ornate antiqued gold-tone setting.
The layered construction gives the piece wonderful depth and an almost architectural or sunburst appearance. Small sculptural gold-tone details and the textured border add to the intricate hand-finished look for which collectible HAR jewelry is known.
Hargo Creations was established in New York in 1955, and HAR jewelry was produced for only a relatively short period. The firm’s unusual dimensional and fantasy-inspired pieces have become particularly desirable among vintage costume jewelry collectors.
Condition: Good vintage condition. Decorative elements appear intact with no obvious missing stones/components noted. The metal on the reverse displays age-related patina, darkening and finish variation consistent with the age of the piece. Pin mechanism appears intact. Please review all photographs, which form an important part of the condition description.
A wonderful example of the bold, sculptural costume jewelry associated with HAR and a particularly attractive piece for a Hargo Creations or mid-century jewelry collection.
Condition: Good vintage condition. Decorative elements appear intact with no obvious missing stones/components noted. The metal on the reverse displays age-related patina, darkening and finish variation consistent with the age of the piece. Pin mechanism is intact. Please review all photographs, which form an important part of the condition description.