Vintage Gold-Tone Rose Bud Brooch

This item is a vintage botanical-themed costume jewelry brooch fashioned in the form of a rose bud on a leafy stem. The piece is constructed with a textured gold-tone finish over a cast base metal. The design features a highly detailed, three-dimensional rose bud at the apex, supported by a thorny stem and a single large, serrated leaf. The texture of the metal includes intricate stippling and veining, particularly on the leaf and sepals, giving it a realistic, organic appearance typical of mid-to-late 20th-century costume jewelry. The color is a bright, warm gold, although visible darkening and patina are present in the recessed areas, which adds depth to the design but may also indicate some aging or wear to the plating. The condition appears fair to good; there is some noticeable metal oxidation or tarnish on the surface, especially near the leaf edges and between the petals of the bud. No maker's mark is visible from this perspective, but the style is reminiscent of American costume jewelry makers such as Trifari or Giovanni from the 1960s or 1970s. The craftsmanship shows high attention to detail in the mold work, creating a sculptural quality that allows the brooch to cast shadows and maintain a naturalistic silhouette.

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