Sparkling Feather - Vintage Gold Plated Swarovski Aurora Borealis Crystal Rhinestone Brooch (VBR231)

Sparkling Feather - Vintage Gold Plated Swarovski Aurora Borealis Crystal Rhinestone Brooch. This lovely brooch is crafted from gold plate over metal. The brooch features numerous marquise cut Aurora Borealis crystal rhinestones, vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This brooch is made in the form of a feather, which is adorned by sparkling crystals. The brooch has a pin on the back , which locks into place securely with a rotary locking mechanism. This vintage brooch would make a wonderful  gift or addition to any fine jewelry collection. Such an elegant and beautiful piece.

History: Joseph Strasser could be credited with the precursor to our present-day Rhinestone, but it was really when Georg Freidrich Strass in 1760 invented the first ever rhinestone (artificial gemstone) from a special type of crystal found in the Rhine River that the stones we know today were born.

Swarovski delivers a diverse portfolio of unmatched quality, craftsmanship, and creativity. Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and markets high-quality crystals, genuine gemstones and created stones as well as finished products such as jewelry, accessories and lighting.

Aurora Borealis, commonly known as AB, is an effect which was jointly developed by Swarovski and Christian Dior in the 1950s. AB — a shimmering opal-like finish that truly enhances the beauty and sparkle of cut crystal — is the most popular effect within the Swarovski crystals product assortment.

Gold-plated jewelry is a type of metal jewelry covered with a very thin layer of real gold. The process was invented in 1805 by Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli who plated a very thin gold layer on top of silver.

Measurements: Brooch 82.00 mm x 23.00 mm 

Stone Size: Swarovski Marquise Crystal Rhinestones 16.00 mm x 4.00 mm 

Weight: 14.50 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1950