Antique Sterling On Bronze Brooch Arts & Crafts Nihil Sine Labore JTHS Heintz?
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Antique JTHS high school sterling on bronze brooch/ broach/ pin Circa 1900s-1920s Unique Arts & Crafts period high school brooch with a beautiful sterling design over bronze A high school motto is in the center, possibly from Joliet Township High School, and says "Nihil Sine Labore JTHS MDCCCLXXIX" (roughly translates to "Nothing Without Work JTHS 1879) ***Likely manufactured by the Heintz Art Metal Shop of New York, circa 1903-1930. Many of these pieces were unsigned but the craftsmanship and style are unmistakable. Round hinge and C clasp *Very light scuffs/ some patina, including the original brown patina placed on the bronze by the manufacturer Stamped Sterling On Bronze Very good antique condition Measurements are approximate Length: 1 5/8" Width: 2 1/8" J3774