Vintage Victorian Revival Faux Pearl Brooch, Antiqued Gold Tone Scroll Frame Pin

A large faux pearl rests at the center of this brooch like a full moon, flanked by smaller pearl petals and seed pearl accents. It dates to the 1980s and is made in the Victorian revival style. The frame is shaped like a pointed shield and edged with beading, embossed scrollwork and openwork finials. Even the back is stamped with a swirling acanthus pattern, a detail most people will never see. The piece looks romantic on a lapel or the collar of a soft blouse.

Materials
Gold-tone metal, faux pearls

Details

• Era: 1980s
• Style / design notes: Victorian revival shield-shaped frame with beaded bezels, embossed scrolls, openwork finials and a scroll-patterned back
• Stone or material notes: Large oval cream faux pearl cabochon, two navette faux pearl cabochons and four small round faux pearls
• Function: Brooch with a pin back and rollover safety clasp
• Color: Antiqued gold tone, cream
• Condition: Great vintage condition. Light wear to the coating on the center pearl and minor surface marks on the frame.
• Measurement: 1.1" x 2.1"

Collected by Mineral and Matter