Early Corocraft Vermeil Sterling Silver Flower Brooch dating to 1940's-1950
"Sterling Craft by Coro" refers to a high-quality line of sterling silver jewelry produced by the Coro company, predominantly during the early-to-mid 1940s (ca. 1941–1945). These pieces are often vermeil (gold-plated sterling) and frequently feature rhinestones, enamel, and floral designs. The mark represents a higher-end, collectible line from the famed costume jewelry maker
Key Features of Sterling Craft by Coro: Time Period: Primarily produced between 1941 and the mid-1940s, Materials: Sterling silver, frequently with gold vermeil plating, accented with colored rhinestones, enameling, or glass cabochons. Designs: Popular motifs included floral sprays, butterflies, birds, and intricate, large-scale brooches
Rarity: Pieces are considered highly collectible due to their limited production during the war years, according to Etsy sellers.Markings: Look for stamps such as "Sterling Craft by Coro," "Coro Craft Sterling," or "Corocraft"
Sterling Craft: A specific, often hand-made, sub-line from the early 1940s.
