Sphinx London Large Rhinestone Ribbon Overlay Brooch Pin

In addition to it's own inventory, Sphinx of London circa 1950s-1990s made jewelry for such magnates as Kenneth Jay Lane, Butler & Wilson, Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale's. Some of it's pieces were signed, others stamped with numbers and / or letters. The signed gold tone brooch presented, circa 1960s-1970s is enhanced by ribbon / icing rhinestone overlays often associated with Eisenberg and Weiss. Base layer is comprised of purple and lavender marquise and chaton rhinestones. Additional aurora borealis chaton rhinestones offer glints of golden peach, blood orange and magenta mist. The brooch reminds us of British paisley patterns of the period.

The brooch measures a generous approximately 2 7/8 inches x 2 inches with a 1/2 inch maximum profile or height. Marquise rhinestones are about 15 millimeters x 7 millimeters; pear shaped rhinestone, 13 millimeters and largest chaton rhinestones, 7 millimeters. Weight of the brooch is a hefty 41.2 grams.

Condition is excellent vintage. All components intact. Rhinestones free from chips, nicks, cracks or breaks. Colored stones retain shades and select ab treatments. Ribbon overlay stones retain sparkle with some hint of age related dimming. Crescent and swirl overlays retain shape and lift. No missing stones. No dents or improper bends to metal components. All gold tone finish intact, front and back. Pin mechanism secure. Clean. No damage / no repairs. Excellent vintage.

The brooch is signed on reverse within an oval cartouche: "SPHINX". Circa 1960s-1970s.

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