This brooch is a classic mid-century spray design, its silver-tone setting curling into loose ribbon loops and sweeping fronds that fan outward from a central floral cluster. Round diamante stones in graduating sizes are set the full length of each curling arm, catching light from every angle, with a small cluster of pave-set stones forming the flower at its heart. The scale is generous without being heavy, and it fastens to the reverse with a simple pin.
A brooch this animated does well pinned somewhere it can move a little, such as the lapel of a tailored coat or the collar of a plain blouse. It also sits beautifully gathered into the folds of a silk scarf at the neck, or fastened to a simple knit where it becomes the sole point of interest. Worn this way, it carries easily from daytime into evening without needing to be swapped out.
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Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin: Private Collection, NZ
Label: N/A
Material: Aluminium and diamante
Condition: Excellent commensurate with age and love
Care: Keep dry. Avoid perfume and water. Store separately to protect.
Modern Size Indicator*: Medium/Large
Measurements: Approx. shown with 50c coin for scale
Fixture: Pin fastening to the reverse
Features: Scrolling ribbon and spray design set with graduated round diamante stones, floral cluster at the centre
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