Vintage Seaman Schepps Gold Lapis Shell Brooch

Seaman Schepps Gold Lapis Shell Brooch

This vintage Seaman Schepps brooch is crafted in 14K yellow gold and designed in the form of a sculptural turbo shell, accented with richly colored lapis lazuli. Bold yet elegant, the brooch exemplifies the designer’s signature approach—transforming unconventional materials into striking, wearable works of art.

The piece reflects Seaman Schepps’ mastery of organic form and texture, with the natural shell motif rendered in gold and elevated by the deep blue lapis, a stone long associated with wisdom and artistic expression. Substantial in weight and confident in presence, it is a collectible jewel that embodies mid-20th-century American jewelry innovation.

Details

• Vintage brooch by Seaman Schepps

• 14K yellow gold

• Turbo shell motif with lapis lazuli

• Approximate measurements:

  • Length: 1.5 inches

  • Width: 1.5 inches

• Weight: 27 grams

About the Designer

Seaman Schepps (1881–1972) was one of New York’s most influential jewelers and a defining figure in 20th-century American jewelry design. After beginning his career as a retailer of jewelry and art objects, he launched his own creations in 1926. His New York boutique became renowned for its Arts & Crafts–inspired, one-of-a-kind designs.

Schepps revolutionized fine jewelry by embracing unexpected materials—shell, turquoise, coral, wood, rock crystal, and even found objects—long before such combinations became fashionable. His jewels are celebrated for their originality, sculptural quality, and artistic freedom, making Seaman Schepps pieces highly sought after by collectors and museums alike.

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