Gold-Tone Rhinestone Lizard Brooch with Red Eyes

This item is a decorative brooch designed in the shape of a lizard or gecko, crafted from what appears to be a gold-tone base metal. The entire body of the lizard, excluding its head and the underside of its limbs and tail, is adorned with numerous small, clear, faceted rhinestones. These rhinestones are set closely together, creating a shimmering effect that covers the creature's back and the upper parts of its limbs and tail. The head of the lizard features two small, circular red rhinestones that serve as its eyes, providing a striking contrast to the clear body stones and gold-tone metal. The lizard is depicted with its limbs splayed out, suggesting a crawling or resting pose, and its tail curves gently. The overall construction appears to be costume jewelry, likely machine-made, given the consistent setting of stones and the uniform base metal. The item is in what appears to be good condition with no visible missing stones or significant wear to the gold-tone finish. While no specific maker's mark or stamp is visible in the provided image, it would typically be located on the reverse side of the brooch. The style suggests it could date from the mid-20th century onwards, with similar designs being popular in various decades within costume jewelry. The craftsmanship is decent for costume jewelry, showcasing attention to detail in the animal's form and stone placement.