This pretty brooch dates from the 1930s and was made in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the surface the brooch and a slight bend to the fastening pin. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
For more information about this brooch, read below...
The Details...
This brooch is constructed from cream coloured celluloid, known as ivorine celluloid. It features a portrait of a lady replicating a cameo design. The portrait is in abrass claw setting. The brooch fastens with a trombone catch and the fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a round hinge. The brooch measures 5.25cm x 5cm.
A Short History...
Celluloid was a highly popular material in jewellery manufacture during the 1920s. Newly pioneered injection molding processes, meant that cellulose could be used to produce many identical pieces at the same time. This resulted in the cost per item of celluloid pieces being very low and the material could therefore cater for post-Depression demands for affordable jewellery.
Wear it With...
This brooch would look great pinned to black tailoring.
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