Art Deco Style Rhinestone Bow Brooch

Story

During the 1940s, wartime metal shortages forced designers to get creative with 'pot metal' and glass. This bow represents the era's love for bold, feminine symbols that offered a touch of Hollywood glamour during lean years.

Maker / Origin

While unsigned, this piece echoes the work of major costume houses like Trifari or Coro, who specialized in high-quality 'paste' jewelry. These makers allowed everyday women to wear designs that looked like the platinum and diamond pieces seen on the silver screen.

Condition & Value

The stones show some 'greying' or 'deadening' typical of aging foil backings, and there is visible oxidation on the metal reverse. However, the structural integrity and pin mechanism appear sound. The presence of all stones is a major plus. Value is driven by the large scale and the fact that all stones appear present.