Angel Brooches Appraisal

Pair of Gold-Toned Angel Brooches with Blue Rhinestones

This is a pair of matching gold-toned brooches, each depicting a stylized angel figure. The angels are rendered in a flat, almost cartoonish profile, facing right (from the viewer's perspective). They appear to be made of a non-precious base metal, likely brass or a similar alloy, given the warm golden hue and lack of overt precious metal hallmarks. Each angel measures approximately 2 to 2.5 inches in height and a similar width. The construction is solid, appearing to be die-stamped or cast, with clear, raised lines defining features like hair, wing feathers, and drapery of the robes. The surface has a polished, reflective finish, showing some minor surface scratches and faint signs of wear consistent with age and use, but no significant damage or loss of plating. Each angel wears a halo or crown adorned with five small, round-cut, light blue rhinestones, individually prong-set. These rhinestones are uniform in size and color, adding a subtle sparkle. The angels have simple facial features, suggested rather than detailed, and their arms are raised in what appears to be a gesture of prayer or praise. The reverse side, though not visible, would typically feature a pin mechanism for attachment. The overall style suggests a mid-20th century to late-20th century production, possibly as costume jewelry. The craftsmanship is decent for costume pieces, with clear detail and securely set stones. There are no discernible maker's marks or signatures visible in the provided images. The uniform appearance of both pieces indicates they were likely produced as a matching set.