Enameled Pin Appraisal

Vintage Enameled Floral Hydrangea Brooch

This is a mid-century vintage brooch featuring a stylized floral cluster design, likely representing a hydrangea or a similar dome-shaped flower cluster. The piece is constructed from a gold-toned base metal, possibly brass or gold-plated alloy. The central bouquet consists of multiple five-petaled blossoms finished in cold-painted enamel in shades of vibrant melon orange and coral red. Each individual small blossom is centered with a single, clear round-cut pavé-set rhinestone, adding a subtle sparkle. The base of the bouquet is supported by three textured green enameled leaves with gold-toned veining detail. The enamel on the leaves appears to be a darker, forest-green shade with a glossy finish. Overall, the piece measures approximately 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter. The craftsmanship is typical of costume jewelry from the 1960s or 1970s, characterized by the cast-metal back and applied enamel. Condition-wise, the brooch appears well-preserved with no major chips visible in the enamel from the front, though minor surface wear and some oxidation to the gold-toned metal on the reverse (not visible here) would be consistent with its age. The stones appear intact and clear without significant yellowing. While no visible maker's mark is present in this view, the style is reminiscent of manufacturers like Trifari or Boucher, though it is more likely an unsigned quality costume piece.