Vintage John Deere tie clip with gold tone finish, black enamel front, leaping deer logo, and original case. A sharp mid century farm advertising piece.
Details
• Era: Late 1940s to 1960s
• Brand: John Deere
• Type: Tie clip
• Maker: Leavens Co. Attleboro Mass
• Materials: Gold tone metal, black enamel, plastic display case, fabric insert
• Color: Gold tone bar with black enamel square and gold colored deer emblem
Design:
- Slim bar clip with square emblem at one end featuring the 4 legged leaping deer trademark used from 1937 to 1950
- Measurements: 1.5 inches long
- Markings visible: Leavens Co. Attleboro Mass
- Packaging: Includes hard plastic presentation case with cream fabric insert
Style notes:
Clean mid century lines with classic agricultural branding and understated corporate jewelry styling
• Historical context: Leavens Manufacturing of Attleboro, Massachusetts produced corporate and promotional jewelry for major American brands, making this a genuine period advertising accessory tied to mid century farm business culture
• Suggested uses: John Deere collection, farm advertising display, tie accessory, gift for tractor collectors, desk or office display
Condition: Very Good
Positives
• Gold tone finish presents well overall
• Black enamel front has strong contrast and displays nicely
• Deer logo remains crisp and recognizable
• Clip mechanism appears intact
• Original presentation case is included
• Maker’s mark is present on the clip
Issues / Wear
• Light surface scratches and small signs of age on the metal finish
• Minor finish wear and light spotting visible under close inspection
• Case shows age related wear, scuffs, and light clouding
• Fabric insert has wear around the clip opening
• Light dust and minor storage wear present
Collector’s Notes
This is a strong piece of John Deere advertising jewelry with real mid century character. The Leavens mark, black enamel face, and early leaping deer logo give it solid collector appeal for Deere fans and farm advertising buyers alike. Find your story.
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Please Note:
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