Vintage 1960s Soviet Galleon Brooch — Gold Tone Ship with Anchor & Chains

Vintage Soviet-era brooch in the form of a galleon under full sail — gold-tone stamped brass with billowing sails, two pennants, a bow cannon and a beaded hull. Two fine curb chains swag across the hull and a small anchor charm dangles from the bow.

Reverse is matte textured and struck with the maker’s cartouche and “40 К” — the original Soviet retail price in kopecks, which dates it to the 1960s–70s. Secure roll-over safety catch, pin works perfectly.

Gentle wear consistent with age: light surface marks and softening to the gilt in places, no losses, no repairs. A characterful nautical statement piece on a lapel, denim jacket or hat.

• Material: gold-tone brass (not silver)

• Origin: USSR

Please note: the presentation box shown in the photos is for display only and is not included — the brooch ships carefully wrapped and padded.

About this piece

This charming Soviet brooch captures the romance of the age of sail. The galleon is cast in brass and finished in warm gold tone, with carefully detailed sails, two raised pennants, a small bow cannon and a beaded hull line rendered in relief. Two delicate curb chains swag across the body, and a miniature anchor charm hangs from the bow — playful maritime flourishes typical of 1960s Soviet design.

The reverse is textured matte and bears the maker’s mark and “40 К” — the original Soviet retail price in kopecks, placing it firmly in the mid-20th century. The pin mechanism is a secure roll-over safety catch, and the brooch shows gentle wear appropriate to its age: light surface marks and some softening to the gilt finish, with no losses or repairs. It wears beautifully on a lapel, jacket or hat, and makes a characterful statement piece for anyone drawn to nautical themes or Soviet-era design.