Vintage Georg Jensen Jewelry | Rare Amber and Malachite Master Brooch 96

RARE ESTATE GEORG JENSEN BROOCH 96

This Georg Jensen Amber and Malachite Master Brooch 96 is a distinguished piece from the renowned Vintage Georg Jensen Jewelry Collection. Designed by Georg Jensen himself in 1912 and intricately crafted between 1933 and 1944, as indicated by its hallmark, this brooch showcases the elegant Art Nouveau design era for which Jensen is celebrated. The sterling silver setting is artfully designed to complement the rich, earthy tones of the amber and the beautifully patterned green malachite cabochons.

The brooch features a classic C-clasp, suggesting a creation date in the earlier 1930s—a hallmark of Jensen's most refined period. Each element reflects the master craftsman's philosophy of marrying precious materials with sculptural form, creating pieces that transcend mere adornment to become wearable art. The combination of warm amber and cool malachite demonstrates Jensen's sophisticated understanding of color harmony and stone selection. This brooch's provenance is further authenticated through its documentation in esteemed publications including Georg Jensen Jewelry by various authors from Yale University Press and Georg Jensen, A Tradition of Splendid Silver by Janet Drucker. For collectors of Scandinavian modernism and vintage fine jewelry, this piece represents a significant acquisition—a tangible connection to one of the twentieth century's most influential silversmiths and a testament to the enduring appeal of Jensen's timeless aesthetic.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Jewelry Maker: Georg Jensen        Designer: Georg Jensen

Jewelry Type: Vintage Brooches | Pins

Hallmarks: GJ in rectangle, 925S, Sterling, Denmark, (est. 1933-1944), 96

Materials: 925 Sterling Silver

Weight: 48.6 grams

Gem or Stones: Amber, Malachite       Cut: Cabochon      

Dimensions: Length: 3 1/2    Width:  2 1/4"      

Clasp or Fastener: C-clasp

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This important piece is referenced in:

• Georg Jensen Jewelry, Isabelle Anscombe, Mirjam Gelfer-Jorgensen, Toni Greenbaum, Susan Weber Soros and David Taylor, Yale University Press, 2005
• Georg Jensen, A Tradition of Splendid Silver, Janet Drucker, 2nd Edition, Schiffer Publishing Ltd., 2001
• Georg Jensen Reflections, Over a Century of Master Silversmithing, Murray Moss, Rizzoli, 2014