Large 4 inch Rhinestone Art Glass Brooch Pin

Smoky quartz, topaz and aurora borealis rhinestones and art glass stones coordinate beautifully in the massive mid century gold tone brooch presented. Center of the brooch is domed and displays at it's peak, pear and marquise art glass stones (unfoiled and open backed) in smoky quartz and various shades of topaz. They are surrounded by a frame of topaz colored chaton rhinestones and double rows of sparkly aurora borealis chaton rhinestones. At one pole, art glass marquises tip, at other pear shapes crown; each group in smoky quartz and topaz colors.

The brooch measures an impressive approximate 4 inches x 2 inches at it's widest point with a maximum 1/2 inch profile or height. Largest marquises are about 15 millimeters x 7 millimeters; larger chatons, 6 millimeters and ab chatons, 4 millimeters. Weight of the brooch is 26 grams.

Condition is excellent vintage. All components original and intact. All rhinestones / art glass stones free of chips, nicks, cracks or breaks. All secure within pronged settings. All retain colors and brilliance / shine. No dents or improper bends to metal components. All soldering secure. Pin mechanism secure. Gold tone finish intact, front and back. Clean. No damage / no repairs. Excellent vintage.

The brooch is not signed. We have seen this brooch assigned to a particular famous maker we all know and love. Our verdict is still out. The brooch exemplifies the glamorous gusto from the golden age of rhinestones. Beautifully designed and made. Circa 1950s.

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