Jewelry

Gold-tone metal brooch with faux pearl center and rhinestone accents, mid-century starburst design

$45

+ $5.95 shipping, or free in-store pickup

This starburst brooch exemplifies the mid-century modern aesthetic that flourished from the 1950s through the 1960s. The atomic age inspired designers to create jewelry featuring radiating, celestial motifs that symbolized optimism and progress. These pieces were often crafted in gold-tone metal with faux pearls and rhinestones, making elegant accessories affordable to the growing middle class. Costume jewelry of this era remains highly collectible among vintage fashion enthusiasts, mid-century modern collectors, and those who appreciate retro glamour. The starburst design particularly appeals to collectors of atomic age memorabilia and vintage brooch enthusiasts who value the craftsmanship and distinctive style of post-war American jewelry. Such pieces are cherished for their nostalgic charm, wearability, and representation of an optimistic era in design history.

Dimensions

11/8" approx

Condition

Perfect