Stratton Vintage Gold-Tone Fishing Rod Fish Brooch Signed Figural Pin England

Stratton is among the most collectible names in mid-century British costume jewellery, and a signed figural piece like this — with its original presentation box — is exactly what collectors look for.

A gold-tone figural bar brooch from the mid-century period, made in England by Stratton. The design depicts a fishing rod with a small curb-link chain running from the rod tip, and a leaping fish modelled in three dimensions with a raised dorsal fin at centre. The whole piece is approximately 8 cm long. It comes in its original Stratton presentation box — black diamond-mesh exterior, crimson velvet lining.

The mark on the pin barrel reads "STRATTON IMITATIONS MADE IN ENGLAND" — "imitation" being Stratton's standard period designation for costume jewellery as distinct from their silver and gold compact work.

The scale suits a lapel, coat collar, or jacket breast pocket. It works as a conversation piece as much as a brooch — appealing to collectors of British signed costume and fishing enthusiasts alike.

Details

• Type: Brooch (figural bar pin)
• Era: Mid-century, circa 1950s–1960s
• Origin: England
• Material: Gold-tone metal
• Size: 8 × 1 cm
• Marked: Yes — "STRATTON IMITATIONS MADE IN ENGLAND"
• Closure: Roll-over pin clasp with safety catch
• Style: Figural, Animal
• Includes: Original Stratton presentation box

Condition

Very Good · Pin mechanism functions, safety catch intact, all components present, mark legible — light age-related tarnish to back consistent with period.