Rose Bud Brooch Appraisal

Two-Tone Rose Bud Brooch Pin

This item is a decorative brooch or pin designed in the likeness of a rose bud with accompanying leaves and stem. The piece exhibits a two-tone metallic finish; the rose bud itself and the stem appear to be a bright, polished gold-tone, while the two prominent leaves are a contrasting matte silver-tone. The rose bud is intricately detailed, showing individual petals with fine striations or textured lines suggesting natural veining and depth. The leaves also feature similar fine linear texturing, mimicking leaf veins, which adds to the naturalistic representation. The stem, in gold-tone, is slender and includes a subtle, realistic thorn-like protrusion, further enhancing the botanical accuracy. The overall construction suggests it is made from metal, likely a base metal with gold and silver plating or rhodium finish for the two-tone effect. The reverse side, where the pin mechanism would be located, is not visible in the provided image. The condition appears good from the visible side, with no obvious signs of significant wear, tarnish, or damage. The bright reflective quality of the gold-tone elements suggests a relatively well-preserved finish. This style of pin was popular in the mid-20th century, particularly within the 1950s-1970s, though similar designs continue to be produced. The craftsmanship, particularly the detailed texturing on the petals and leaves, indicates a piece designed with an eye for naturalistic beauty, likely machine-stamped and then assembled, possibly with some hand-finishing.