Vintage 40’s Master Belt Buckle W/Initial “W” Monogram Silver Plate USA - RARE !

This vintage belt buckle with a brown color and a silver plated material, featuring the initials "W" in an art deco style, hails from the 1930’s & 1940’s in the United States based on research. This original piece by the brand Master offers a classic and timeless accessory for adult unisex wearers looking to add a touch of vintage charm to their outfit. The monogram design adds a personalized touch, making it a unique and stylish addition to any collection of vintage accessories.

The vintage belt buckle is a mid-century silver-plated piece by “MASTER” an American manufacturer known for clothing accessories.

Here’s a breakdown of our research on this collectible:

Identification & Manufacturer:

• Brand Marking: “MASTER” – This was a line of men’s accessories, including belt buckles, tie clips, and cufflinks, often produced by Hickok Manufacturing Company, a Rochester, NY-based firm active from the early 1900s Hickok was known for branding sub-lines like “Master Silver Plate”

• “PAT. PEND.” – Indicates the design or clasp mechanism was under patent application at the time of production, placing it in the 1940’s.

Materials & Design:

• Silver-Plated Metal – The base is likely a brass or alloy substrate with a thin silver electroplated layer. Tarnishing and wear are common with age.

• Resin or Celluloid Inlay – The marbled brown top with the stylized “W” emblem is made of early plastic like celluloid or Bakelite, popular in mid-century design.

• Art Deco Influence – The geometric lines and diamond motif suggest a design era between the late 1930s and early 1940s.

***** NOTE: Please see all pictures to determine the grade and condition before buying this pre-owned item that shows wear from the age