Joan Rivers Large Rhinestone Bumble Bee Brooch Pin Classics Collection

To bee or not to bee. Joan Rivers answers that question with a big yes -- proving the point with her large bumble bee brooch from the Classics Collection. While Rivers has quite the hive the example presented, circa early 2000s, is one of the most elusive members. Beautifully crafted with quality everything. Casting, stone selection / coordination and finish work are premium. The bumble bee brooch's body is set with citrine colored oval rhinestones harmonizing with chatons in lilac, purple and red. Eyes are accented with ruby red chaton rhinestones. Pierced wings are clear coated with a shellac like finish. Every bee-tail is attended to. Worthy of queen status.

The brooch measures approximately 2 1/2 inches (wing span) x 1 3/4 inches with a 1/3 inch profile or height. Oval rhinestones are about 7 millimeters x 5 millimeters; most chatons, 3 millimeters. Weight of the brooch is 21.3 grams.

Condition is excellent vintage. All components original and intact. All rhinestones retain colors and sparkle. No off or dead stones. No chips, nicks, cracks or breaks to stones. Clear coat enamel intact. No dents or improper bends to metal components. All soft gold tone (think Russian gold tone) finish intact, front and reverse. Pin mechanism secure. Clean. No damage / no repairs. Excellent vintage.

Reverse of the brooch is signed within an oval cartouche: "JOAN RIVERS" with copyright symbol. Circa early 2000s.

The bee's knees. From Joan Rivers Classic Collection. Take flight. At Cody's.

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