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Vintage 1950s Red Rhinestone Brooch Ruby Red Enamel Swirl Ribbon Pin Gold Tone Mid Century Christmas Costume Jewelry
Vintage 1950s Red Rhinestone Brooch Ruby Red Enamel Swirl Ribbon Pin Gold Tone Mid Century Christmas Costume Jewelry
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Vintage 1950s Ruby Red Rhinestone Swirl Brooch – Gold Tone Enamel Ribbon Pin Mid Century Holiday Jewelry
Description
A beautiful expression of mid-century glamour, this vintage 1950s–1960s ruby red rhinestone brooch features an elegant dimensional swirl design with rich red enamel accents and sparkling crimson crystals.
The intricate design showcases a series of overlapping, interlocking ribbon-like loops that gracefully curve and twist around one another, creating a dramatic sculptural silhouette.
Each sweeping curve is accented with brilliant ruby red faceted rhinestones, individually set along the edges of the gold tone metal framework. The deep crimson stones catch the light beautifully, adding rich color and vintage sparkle.
Smooth, glossy burgundy-red enamel ribbons wind between the rhinestone-covered sections, providing a lovely contrast between the polished enamel surfaces and the glittering stones.
The combination of deep ruby red rhinestones, wine-colored enamel, and warm gold tone metal creates a wonderfully sophisticated appearance reminiscent of glamorous mid-century cocktail jewelry.
The layered openwork construction gives the brooch a striking three-dimensional quality, with the intertwining loops creating movement and visual interest from every angle.
Its abstract ribbon design also evokes the festive elegance of a beautifully wrapped holiday gift, making this piece especially lovely for Christmas celebrations and winter occasions.
Measuring approximately 1.75 inches across, this brooch makes a beautiful statement on a tailored jacket, vintage coat, holiday dress, or classic black sweater.
The reverse features an intricate gold tone openwork framework with a traditional horizontal pin-back closure.
Although especially beautiful for Christmas and holiday styling, the timeless ruby red color palette makes this brooch equally appropriate for Valentine's Day, special occasions, and year-round vintage fashion.
A lovely addition to any vintage jewelry collection, this dimensional rhinestone brooch captures the romance, sparkle, and expressive design of mid-century costume jewelry.
Features
• Era: Estimated 1950s–1960s
• Style: Mid-century abstract swirl brooch
• Jewelry Type: Vintage costume jewelry pin
• Design: Interlocking ribbon loops and dimensional swirl
• Color: Ruby red, burgundy, crimson, and gold tone
• Primary Stones: Deep ruby red faceted rhinestones
• Rhinestone Shape: Round
• Stone Setting: Individual prong-style settings
• Enamel: Glossy deep burgundy-red enamel accents
• Metal: Gold tone metal alloy, exact composition unknown
• Construction: Layered dimensional openwork framework
• Finish: Gold tone with red enamel detailing
• Closure: Traditional horizontal pin-back clasp
• Size: Approximately 1.75 inches across
• Designer: No maker's mark visible in supplied photographs
• Aesthetic: Mid-century glamour, vintage cocktail jewelry, retro elegance
• Style Influence: 1950s–1960s sculptural costume jewelry
• Holiday Appeal: Christmas, Valentine's Day, and festive occasions
• Collectibility: Vintage red rhinestone and enamel jewelry
Perfect For
• Vintage Christmas jewelry collections
• Holiday party accessories
• 1950s costume jewelry enthusiasts
• 1960s vintage fashion
• Mid-century rhinestone jewelry collectors
• Vintage holiday dressing
• Christmas sweater embellishments
• Valentine's Day accessories
• Ruby red jewelry lovers
• Vintage cocktail dresses
• Black velvet jacket styling
• Classic wool coat accessories
• Vintage hat embellishments
• Festive winter fashion
• Retro holiday outfits
• Holiday wedding accessories
• Vintage jewelry gifts
• Christmas stocking stuffers
• Romantic vintage fashion
• Red rhinestone brooch collectors
• Mid-century enamel jewelry collections
• Statement jewelry lovers
• Vintage-inspired special occasion outfits
• Collectors of sculptural costume jewelry
Condition
Good vintage condition based on the supplied photographs, with age-related wear consistent with a mid-century costume jewelry piece.
The ruby red rhinestones retain attractive color and sparkle, with some minor variations in their reflective appearance.
The burgundy-red enamel displays a lovely glossy finish, with possible minor surface wear consistent with age and handling.
The gold tone metal framework shows some age-related wear and patina, particularly visible on the reverse.
The dimensional openwork construction appears intact, with no obvious structural damage visible in the photographs.
The rhinestones appear present, with no obvious missing stones visible.
The traditional pin-back hardware is present, although the closure has not been physically tested.
Please review all photographs carefully for the condition of the rhinestones, enamel, metal finish, and pin mechanism.
As with all authentic vintage jewelry, minor imperfections and signs of age are part of the unique character and history of the piece.
Tags
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Vintage 1950s–1960s ruby red rhinestone swirl brooch featuring an intricate dimensional design of interlocking ribbon-like loops accented with deep crimson faceted rhinestones and glossy burgundy-red enamel. Gold tone metal openwork construction with individually set round rhinestones and traditional horizontal pin-back closure. Approximately 1.75 inches across. Unmarked mid-century costume jewelry with minor age-related wear and patina. Beautiful for Christmas celebrations, holiday parties, Valentine's Day, vintage coat embellishments, cocktail dresses, and mid-century rhinestone jewelry collections.
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Vintage Condition Items
Our vintage pieces are gently worn and lovingly cared for. We do our best to restore and repair items whenever possible. Any known flaws or imperfections are always clearly disclosed in the product description and shown in photos.