Large Rhinestone Glass Bead Brooch Pin

We've seem a lot of vintage brooches in our day--none like the beauty presented. A magnificent example of the excesses of mid century costume creativity. Gorgeous marquise, navette and chaton rhinestones in autumnal citrine, topaz, green and sunset aurora borealis shades dazzle in perfect harmony. (Note the large ab chaton reflecting hues in glorious red / orange / gold. A sprinkling of lustrous black chatons and three stem set and rhinestone tipped faceted jet black beads add surprise. In a warm brass tone finish with looped roping throughout, the brooch was surely created and completed by a talented maker.

The brooch measures just under 3 inches (2 7/8 inches) x 2 1/8 inches at it's widest point with a maximum 3/4 inch profile or height. Largest chaton rhinestone is 15 millimeters; marquises, 15 millimeters x 7 millimeters and black beads, 10 millimeters. Weight of the brooch is 30.9 grams.

Condition is excellent vintage. All components intact. All rhinestones retain colors, select treatments and sparkle. No off or dead stones. No chips, nicks, cracks or breaks to stones or beads. Beads are securely stem set and soldered -- stones secure within pronged settings. No dents or improper bends to metal components. Warm brass tone patina intact -- no polishing done. Pin mechanism secure. Clean. No damage -- no repairs. Excellent vintage.

The brooch is not signed. It is premium quality. Circa 1950s.

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