Fortnightly House Clearance Auction

Fortnightly House Clearance Auction

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Lot 366: An Assortment of Vintage Costume Jewellery Brooches and Pins

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Start price: £3

Estimated price: £3 - £5

Buyer's Premium:

An assortment of vintage costume jewellery brooches and pins featuring various decorative motifs and materials, primarily dating from the mid-to-late 20th century. The collection includes items crafted from gold-tone and silver-tone base metals, set with faceted glass rhinestones, enamel, molded resin, and simulated pearls. Significant pieces include a large gold-tone starburst brooch set with amber-coloured glass stones, housed in a burgundy box with a label reading J8850. The collection further contains an Esso EXTRA promotional stick pin, a large green molded plastic flower brooch, and an oval porcelain brooch with a floral transfer print. Figural designs include a leaping dolphin with a dangling charm, a teddy bear, and a domino-shaped pin. Abstract and botanical motifs are represented by a silver-tone marcasite-style circular brooch, a pavé-set bow, and a large circular flower brooch set with light blue rhinestones. Mechanisms include various pin-back fasteners and a stick pin. No visible maker signatures or silver/gold hallmarks were identified.

Dimensions and weight not provided.


Condition report:

Items are in overall good vintage condition. Surface wear, minor metal tarnishing, and aged adhesive are present across the collection. Settings appear largely complete; however, the presence of minor stone loss or loose components should be anticipated due to age.