Vintage Faux Pearl and Rhinestone Silver-Tone Brooch

This item is a small, square-form vintage costume jewelry brooch, likely dating from the mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1960s). The construction features a silver-tone base metal with a polished finish. The design is a stylized openwork swirl or ‘pinwheel’ pattern that secures four large, cream-colored faux pearls at each corner. These faux pearls exhibit a soft luster and are secured by multiple tiny metal prongs. Intersperse throughout the design are approximately eight small, round-cut clear glass rhinestones, which are also prong-set. The metalwork shows some characteristic signs of age, including minor surface scratches and slight oxidation in the recessed areas. The stones appear to have some yellowing or clouding, typical of vintage glue or aged foil backing in costume pieces. No visible maker’s marks are discernible from the top view, which is common for mass-produced vintage costume pieces of this era. The overall craftsmanship is consistent with standard commercial jewelry production from the mid-century period, designed for everyday elegance and durability.