Vintage rhinestone pendant or brooch component
Estimated Value
$15-$60
A small decorative jewelry element in a diamond-shaped openwork design, set with numerous faceted purple and clear stones in a gold-tone metal framework. The top has a short curved bail or connector section, suggesting it may be a pendant, charm, or a brooch converted for hanging. The style is ornate and costume-jewelry-like, with a sparkling clustered setting and a lightweight appearance. The purple stones may be amethyst-colored glass or rhinestones rather than natural gemstones.
Era
Mid-Century Modern to Late 20th Century (approximately 1950s-1980s)
Origin
Likely United States or Western Europe
Material
Gold-tone base metal with purple and clear rhinestones; possibly glass stones
Condition
Good overall condition with visible surface wear and possible minor stone abrasion; no obvious major missing stones visible in the image, though exact completeness cannot be confirmed from one view
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 1.5 to 2 inches tall including the top connector, and about 1 inch wide
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium - The piece appears consistent with vintage costume jewelry, but the image does not show hallmarks, construction details, or the reverse side needed for firm attribution
Provenance
Likely from a costume jewelry line or artisan-made decorative piece; no maker's mark or hallmark is visible in the image, so exact provenance is unknown
Historical Significance
Representative of mid-20th-century fashion jewelry trends that favored bold sparkle, colored rhinestones, and gold-tone settings. Pieces like this were commonly worn as accessories and reflect the popularity of glamorous costume jewelry in the postwar era.
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