Bidspirit auction | An Assortment of Vintage Costume
An Assortment of Vintage Costume Jewelry Brooches and Pins - This collection includes an assortment of vintage costume jewelry brooches and pins featuring various motifs, including floral sprays, botanical leaves, butterflies, a small insect, and a carved bird. The pieces are constructed from base metals with gold-tone, silver-tone, and antiqued finishes. Decorative elements include multi-colored rhinestones in clear, red, purple, and Aurora Borealis finishes, as well as glass and acrylic cabochons in faux pearl, black, and moonstone-style appearances. Notable designs include a large gold-tone floral spray with faux pearls, a red enameled flower with a scrolling stem, and a skeletonized leaf pavé-set with clear rhinestones. The styles are consistent with American costume jewelry from the mid-to-late 20th century, resembling designs by manufacturers such as Avon. One brooch includes a secondary safety chain. No maker marks are visible on the front surfaces.