Vintage Costume Jewellery Brooches & Pins
Updated August 25, 2026
| Lot number | 98 |
| Category | Jewelry & Watches |
| Auction | Hugarian Estate Part 2 |
| Date | September 8, 2026 at 8:05 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Amber Door Estate Sales Inc. |
| Location | Niagara-on-the-Lake, South Carolina |
One collection of vintage costume jewellery comprising an assortment of brooches and lapel pins in gold-tone, silver-tone, and patinated bronze-tone base metals. The assembly includes a thematic group of angel-themed pieces featuring filigree detailing, polished finishes, and accents of faux pearls and mother-of-pearl effect elements. Floral and abstract designs include a large five-petal flower brooch pavé-set with clear rhinestones, a tulip spray brooch with pearl-effect buds, and circular forms set with blue and clear rhinestones. Animal motifs are present in the form of a gold-tone elephant brooch encrusted with yellow rhinestones and a yellow synthetic cabochon, alongside a filigree butterfly pin. The group further contains enamel-style Canadian flag lapel pins and a silver-tone circular brooch with articulating pendant tassels encrusted with clear rhinestones. Fastenings include horizontal pin stems with safety catches and butterfly clutch backs, some of which bear the embossed mark REG'D. Dimensions: Overall width as shown approx. 7.5 inches (measured against a ruler). Condition: The pieces are in good vintage condition, showing light surface wear and minor oxidation to the metal finishes consistent with age and use. All stones appear to be present.
