{"product_id":"broche-vintage-retro-doree-strass-bleu-bijou-ancien-fantaisie-brillant","title":"Vintage retro gold-tone brooch with blue rhinestones, shiny antique costume jewelry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique fancy-style brooch, featuring a very elegant openwork oval shape. The visible side reveals two rows of faceted rhinestones, set in a staggered pattern on a gold-finished structure. The round-cut stones alternate between deep midnight blue hues and blue-silver reflections, creating a particularly sparkling play of light from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe setting shows a fine gold-colored frame, which enhances the brilliance of the rhinestones and adds a retro touch typical of jewelry from past decades. The symmetrical arrangement of the stones contributes to the overall harmony, while the central openwork accentuates the volumetric effect. The multiple facets of the stones enhance the sparkle and offer iridescent reflections, particularly visible in direct light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brooch is equipped with a fastening pin visible on the left side, typical of pin attachment systems of the era. No logo or inscription is apparent on the visible side. The overall condition suggests a pre-owned piece, with a slight patina on the gold structure and some discreet micro-wear on the edges of the rhinestones, with no major chips observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis costume jewelry stands out for its vintage allure and retro style, ideal for adorning a jacket lapel, a stole, or a hat. The deep blue shades combined with the gold finish make it a refined accessory, easy to pair with elegant or casual outfits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brooch is presented on a white cushion, with no visible brand or signature. Its aesthetic recalls creations from the 1950s to the 1970s, a period when colorful rhinestone costume jewelry was particularly in vogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUsed item, sold as is. Some signs of wear are visible, mainly on the gold structure and the edges of the rhinestones. The stones are firmly in place and retain their brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Brooches adorned with colorful rhinestones experienced a remarkable boom in costume jewelry in the mid-20th century, particularly due to the rise of retro fashion and the accessibility of new materials imitating precious stones. Rhinestones are actually cut glass, often mounted on gold or silver metal settings to maximize their brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: retro brooch, antique costume jewelry, vintage blue rhinestones, gold pin, brooch blue rhinestone, women's jacket accessory, 60s costume jewelry, sparkling oval brooch, antique gold brooch, vintage jewelry pin, dark blue rhinestones, formal evening brooch\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54483244024135,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_910fcb0d-abda-4002-b0fa-b9ce062b687c.jpg?v=1785573668","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/broche-vintage-retro-doree-strass-bleu-bijou-ancien-fantaisie-brillant","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}