Signed W Lewis vintage costume jewelry
Signed W Lewis vintage costume jewelry
The history of a famous British manufacturer of medals and badges W. Lewis, which began more than one hundred and eighty years ago. In fact, the history of Lewis badges is intertwined with the history of the country itself. Patriotic badges handcrafted during the First and Second World War, badges created for certain organizations, movements, significant events and anniversaries.
Registered as family business of W.O. Lewis, the company’s address was Howard Street West Midlands, Birmingham. Noteworthy, the family business is still active, run by the fifth generations of jewelers and silversmiths since 1832.
Over such a long period, the company has produced thousands of unique, high quality handmade lapel pins, commemorative medals, key chains, shields, plaques and jewelry pieces.
Traditionally, craftsmen use a variety of metals, including gold and silver, and enamel.
The Lewis badges are subjects of Phaleristics, and vintage jewelry is rare and highly collectible.
