Vintage 1970s Wooden Jerusalem Cross Brooch, Carved Lattice Pin, Religious UK

Carved wood brooches in this cross format are not something I come across often.

A vintage wooden brooch in the form of a Jerusalem Cross — four small crosses arranged within a larger one, rendered in warm brown wood with a pierced lattice pattern. The negative space is part of the design, giving the piece an open, almost architectural quality.

The carving is clean and the finish smooth, with a consistent warm tone throughout.

The size sits at the larger end of a brooch — 4 cm across — so it reads on a coat lapel or the front of a knit. The wooden material keeps it light despite the scale. Works on a heavy wool coat, a linen jacket, or a collarless shirt where the cross shape can be seen cleanly.

Details

• Type: Brooch
• Era: circa 1970s–1980s
• Material: Wood, carved
• Size: 4 × 4 × 1 cm
• Marked: No
• Closure: Bar pin with roller catch
• Style: Religious, Geometric

Condition

Excellent · No chips, cracks, or damage; pin mechanism functions smoothly; finish intact.

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