Mid-Century Brushed Gold-Tone and Rhinestone Sunburst Floral Brooch

This is a vintage sunburst or stylized floral brooch, likely dating from the mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1960s). The piece features a complex, multi-layered construction typical of high-quality costume jewelry from this era. It is composed of a gold-tone base metal with a fine brushed or 'Florentine' finish on the radiating petals, which adds a sophisticated matte texture that contrasts with the sparkle of the stones. The central focal point is a circular cluster of clear round-cut pavé-set rhinestones, which is echoed by four semi-circular rhinestone caps at the tip of each cardinal direction. Between these caps, four gold-tone pronged elements extend outwards, giving the piece a Maltese cross or snowflake-like symmetry. The rhinestones appear to be crystal or glass, likely foil-backed for enhanced brilliance. The condition appears fair to good: while the metalwork retains its structure, there is visible dulling or 'graying' in some of the rhinestones, suggesting some moisture penetration to the foil backing or surface accumulation of grime. No maker's mark is visible from this angle, though the intricate wire-work and textured finish are characteristic of manufacturers like Trifari, Monet, or Boucher. The craftsmanship is evident in the symmetrical alignment and the combination of different metal textures.