Festive Brooch Appraisal

Christmas Bell Brooch

This item is a vintage-style brooch designed to resemble two festive bells tied with a bow. The brooch is crafted from a gold-toned metal, likely a costume jewelry alloy, exhibiting a brushed or satin finish on the bells and bow, giving it a somewhat muted yet elegant luster. The design features a prominent central bow element, adorned with small, round-cut gemstones in alternating red and green colors, possibly rhinestones or glass, set closely together to form a cluster. Below the bow, two bell shapes are suspended. Each bell's rim is encrusted with a single row of tiny, clear, round-cut stones, mimicking diamonds, which sparkle due to their facetings. Within the opening of each bell, a larger, faceted, deep red stone is visible, designed to catch and reflect light, simulating the clapper of a bell or perhaps a large festive jewel. The overall condition appears good with no immediately visible major damage, such as missing stones or significant tarnishing, suggesting it has been well-preserved. The aesthetic points to a mid-20th-century design, likely from the 1950s to 1970s, common for holiday-themed costume jewelry. The craftsmanship, while characteristic of costume jewelry, shows attention to detail in the setting of the stones and the shaping of the metal elements. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures in the provided image.