Vintage Multi Colored Rhinestone Gold Tone Brooch Appraisal

Vintage Multi-Colored Rhinestone Gold-Tone Brooch

This item is a vintage costume jewelry brooch featuring a vibrant array of multi-colored foiled rhinestones set in a gold-tone metal. The brooch measures approximately 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, based on its proportion to the human hand holding it. The central design consists of two stylized spiral or scroll elements, bordered by a curving wire frame that culminates in two elongated, possibly leaf-shaped, metallic accents on either side. There are two distinct clusters of prong-set, circular faceted rhinestones. The colors observed in the clusters include shades of teal/aqua, deep blue, ruby red, amber/orange, and possibly lavender or light pink. These rhinestones appear to be foiled, which gives them extra sparkle and depth, common in mid-20th-century costume jewelry. The metal shows some degree of patina and minor wear consistent with age, particularly on the raised leaf-like elements, but no significant damage like broken prongs or missing stones is immediately visible. The overall construction appears to be well-executed, indicative of typical costume jewelry quality from its period. The back of the brooch, though not fully visible, would likely have a pin mechanism. The presence of a white tag, partially visible and reading "Vintage" and "Showcase Jewelry," suggests it is being sold as a second-hand or antique piece, which supports an estimated age from the mid-20th century (e.g., 1940s-1960s), a period known for colorful rhinestone jewelry. The design has a whimsical, perhaps even Art Nouveau or Art Deco inspired, flair with its curvilinear motifs, but the overall presentation is firmly in the realm of mid-century costume aesthetics. The craftsmanship details, specifically the neat prong settings and cohesive design, suggest a reasonably good quality for mass-produced costume jewelry of its era.