Vintage *Dieu et Mon Droit (GOD And My Right) WWll British War Relief Accessocraft Lapel Pin
$15.00
This wonderful vintage Accessocraft pin was designed in the 1940s for the British War Relief Society and features an enameled design in the wonderful patriotic colors of red, blue and cream white on gold tone metal. The center has a crest design featuring the British Ramparts Lion. Around him are the words "Dieu Et Mon Droit", which translates to "God And My Birthright". The back is marked "OFFICIAL B.W.R.S. & B.B. BY ACCESSOCRAFT", the "B.B." standing for "Bundles for Britain".
The British War Relief Society (BWRS) was a US-based humanitarian organization, established in 1941, that coordinated non-military aid like food, clothing, and medical supplies to Great Britain during the early years of World War II
Founded in 1935 by Edgar Rodelheimer and Theodore Steinman, jewellery company Accessocraft produced decorations of very high quality. Although the company produced thousands of brooches during World War II, but only years later it became known for its stylish jewelry and accessories.
In the 1960s, Gothic designs, alloys of antique metals imitating gold and bronze with unusual stones were very popular. Accessocraft produced decorations in the style of the Renaissance, Victorian and Art Deco with the use of colored enamels, Czech glass, crystals, cabochons and artificial pearls of the highest quality.
Thanks to an impeccable reputation, famous design studios worked for this company, developing for them magnificent designs of ornaments.
In addition to jewelry, the company produced accessories. In particular, belts, buckles for belts, tie clips, collar clips, theater binoculars and magnifiers.
Noteworthy, the company ceased operations in 1998. The son of Theodore, Paul Steinman ran the company until its closure.
The pin measures 1.25 inches tall and 3/4 inch wide.
Previously owned and in excellent vintage condition. There is very little wear to the gold tone. Please examine all of the photos and decide for yourself.
Thanks so much for looking! If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out to me! I usually respond quickly.
If you would like me to put this item in a gift box, For an additional $1.00 (my cost) the option is under gift wrapping.
The British War Relief Society (BWRS) was a US-based humanitarian organization, established in 1941, that coordinated non-military aid like food, clothing, and medical supplies to Great Britain during the early years of World War II
Founded in 1935 by Edgar Rodelheimer and Theodore Steinman, jewellery company Accessocraft produced decorations of very high quality. Although the company produced thousands of brooches during World War II, but only years later it became known for its stylish jewelry and accessories.
In the 1960s, Gothic designs, alloys of antique metals imitating gold and bronze with unusual stones were very popular. Accessocraft produced decorations in the style of the Renaissance, Victorian and Art Deco with the use of colored enamels, Czech glass, crystals, cabochons and artificial pearls of the highest quality.
Thanks to an impeccable reputation, famous design studios worked for this company, developing for them magnificent designs of ornaments.
In addition to jewelry, the company produced accessories. In particular, belts, buckles for belts, tie clips, collar clips, theater binoculars and magnifiers.
Noteworthy, the company ceased operations in 1998. The son of Theodore, Paul Steinman ran the company until its closure.
The pin measures 1.25 inches tall and 3/4 inch wide.
Previously owned and in excellent vintage condition. There is very little wear to the gold tone. Please examine all of the photos and decide for yourself.
Thanks so much for looking! If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out to me! I usually respond quickly.
If you would like me to put this item in a gift box, For an additional $1.00 (my cost) the option is under gift wrapping.