This vintage Mid-Century Judaica pendant features an openwork filigree heart frame encircling a classic Star of David (Magen David). At the center of the star, cut-out Hebrew calligraphy spells "Zion" (ציון), expressing historical and spiritual connection.

The front face of the star features bright-cut diamond-pattern engraving that catches light, contrasted by a scalloped loop outer border. The back is clearly die-stamped STERLING along with the maker's mark. Included is a 22-inch chain. An ideal piece for collectors of vintage Judaica, mid-century Jewish ceremonial art, or religious jewelry.

Item Specifications

• Material: Sterling Silver (.925) pendant; non-sterling base metal accent chain

• Pendant Dimensions: 1" height x 1" width

• Chain Length: 22" length

• Weight: Light-to-medium weight fine jewelry profile

• Origin: United States / Israel Export Market

• Age/Era: Vintage Mid-Century (c. 1950s–1970s)

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Preserves original warm aged patina within incised geometric facets and openwork filigree borders. No broken loops or structural repairs. Non-sterling replacement/accent chain shows light surface wear consistent with age.

Identification & Maker's Mark The piece is a vintage Mid-Century sterling silver Star of David (Magen David) heart pendant featuring central openwork Hebrew lettering spelling "Zion" (ציון / Tzion).

Regarding the hallmark: The back is stamped STERLING followed immediately by an stylized initial logo—a stylized monogram "X" (or intersecting script mark). This particular hallmark corresponds to the mid-20th-century maker's mark utilized by Uncas Manufacturing Co. (or regional American Judaica manufacturers supplying mid-century markets), who stamped block "STERLING" alongside stylized single-letter maker symbols during the 1950s–1970s era.

Authenticity Assessment This piece displays classic markers of authentic mid-century sterling silver Judaica jewelry:

• Hallmarks: Stamped with a crisp, die-struck "STERLING" block mark and maker's symbol on the reverse upper bar of the star rather than a modern laser-etched mark.

• Surface Technique: Features engine-turned/bright-cut engraved crosshatching on the front surface of the Star of David, typical of mid-century jewelry manufacturing (circa 1950s–1970s).

• Construction: Die-cut openwork with hand-finished edges, authentic seam joins at the jump ring, and natural oxidized darkening surrounding the recessed Hebrew letters (Tzion).

Reference Source for Listing

• Book Title: Jewish Art and Antiquities

• Author: Sheila W. Rubin

• Page Reference: Page 112 (Mid-20th Century Devotional Jewelry & Zionist Symbolism in Metalwork)

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