JJ stamped elephant brooch

"JJ" stands for the Jonette Jewelry Company, a highly collectible American costume jewelry brand founded in 1944 by Abraham Lisker in Providence, Rhode Island. They became legendary from the 1970s through the 1990s for their whimsical, clever, and beautifully executed figural brooches.

Make a sophisticated, symbolic statement with this striking vintage figural brooch by the highly collectible Jonette Jewelry Company. Stamped with the iconic "JJ" hallmark on the reverse, this piece features a meticulously sculpted elephant head rendered in a stunning matte, brushed gold-tone finish that beautifully absorbs and softens the light.

Modeled with its trunk gracefully upturned—a classic, time-honored symbol of good luck and prosperity—this bold, dimensional piece bridges the gap between retro novelty and clean, sculptural elegance. A gorgeous, substantial addition to a blazer lapel, heavy trench coat, or vintage scarf.

* Label: JJ (Jonette Jewelry Company)
* Era: c. 1980s
* Finish: Brushed / satin gold-plated base metal
* Design: Figural elephant head with an upturned luck trunk
* Dimensions: 2" H x 2.25" W
* Closure: Standard secure safety pin clasp on reverse
* Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a rich, consistent gold patina and a perfectly functional, tight clasp.