{"product_id":"vintage-1950s-maine-lobster-brooch","title":"Vintage 1950s Maine Lobster Brooch \u0026 Bag Pin | Red Molded Plastic","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA wonderfully whimsical piece of vintage Maine history—and one of our favorite ways to personalize a summer bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis colorful molded-plastic Maine lobster brooch dates to the 1950s and features a dimensional bright red lobster with black detailing, tiny black eyes, and raised gold \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMAINE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e lettering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOriginally created as a mid-century Maine souvenir, we especially love these vintage lobster pins styled today on a favorite canvas tote, beach bag or boat bag. Mix one among collected vintage pins and charms, as shown in our photographs, or let the brilliant red lobster stand alone against classic navy, natural canvas or denim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOf course, it can still be worn traditionally as a brooch on a favorite summer sweater, linen jacket or blazer for cool evenings along the coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA charming piece for collectors of vintage Maine memorabilia, mid-century souvenir jewelry and all things lobster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is the last one currently available from our collection.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Vintage Maine lobster brooch \/ bag pin\u003cbr\u003e• Bright red molded plastic\u003cbr\u003e• Black detailing with raised gold \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMAINE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e lettering\u003cbr\u003e• Stainless steel pin back\u003cbr\u003e• Circa 1950s\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 3” long × 1.5” wide\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 76.2 mm × 38.1 mm\u003cbr\u003e• Vintage Maine souvenir jewelry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHISTORY \u0026amp; FACTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProduced during the 1950s by Maine’s \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDepartment of Sea \u0026amp; Shore Fisheries in Augusta\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, this wonderfully playful lobster is a piece of mid-century Maine souvenir history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSouvenir jewelry became an especially popular way for travelers to bring home a wearable reminder of the places they visited. With its vivid red coloring, dimensional molded construction and unmistakable lobster form, this example celebrates an icon closely associated with Maine’s coastal identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eToday, pieces like this have an appeal beyond traditional jewelry. They are little pieces of vintage Americana and Maine ephemera that capture the color, humor and nostalgia of mid-century summers along the coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGood vintage condition with age-appropriate signs of previous use. Minor surface wear, finish variation and small imperfections are consistent with a vintage piece dating to the 1950s and contribute to its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCARE \u0026amp; MAINTENANCE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBecause this is vintage molded plastic, gently wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAvoid chemical cleaners, abrasives, prolonged exposure to moisture and excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePACKAGING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eArrives ready to gift in a Luxe Curations signature blue velvet jewelry bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE NOTE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVintage and antique pieces naturally show evidence of their history and previous use. We consider these characteristics part of their charm and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDue to the nature of vintage and antique jewelry, \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eall jewelry sales are final.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luxe Curations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50803424035110,"sku":"LXSVC-9","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/5809\/7350\/files\/D3E92F72-1564-40FC-9553-ED7556C402A6.png?v=1786134010","url":"https:\/\/luxecurations.com\/products\/vintage-1950s-maine-lobster-brooch","provider":"Luxe Curations","version":"1.0","type":"link"}