Vintage Sterling Silver 1940s Urie Mandle Playing Card Queen Brooch Book Piece

* “Queen” brooch from playing card series designed by Murray Slater for the Urie Mandle Company in the 1940s

* Gold-washed sterling silver with enamel detailing and rhinestones

* Marked “STERLING” and “PAT PEND” on reverse

* Documented book piece illustrated in American Costume Jewelry: Art & Industry 1935–1950 by Carla and Roberto Brunialti, Vol. 1, page 237

* Patent filed January 11, 1946 and granted August 20, 1946 (145,464)

Measurements:

* Approx. 1.75" x 1.5"

* Weight: 13.03 grams

CONDITION: Fair vintage condition with visible enamel loss/wear, patina, and surface wear consistent with age. Pin clasp functions properly. Item has not been cleaned or polished. I do not clean sterling silver unless specifically requested.

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