Monet

    Monet 1980s Gold Plate, Enamel and Faux Pearl Vintage Elephant Brooch

    £75.00

    This lovely example of 1980s gold tone styling is by Monet - a classic design from a classic costume jewellery designer. 

    Condition Report:

    Excellent

    For more information about this brooch, read below...

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    The Details...

    This gold plated elephant brooch is detailed with dark green and red enamel and features a faux pearl accent. It fastens with a traditional safety catch and the pin attaches to the brooch with a round hinge. The brooch measures 7cm x 4.5cm. It is signed - the reverse of the brooch is stamped with 'Monet' and a copyright symbol. 

    A Short History...

    The Monet company catered extensively for the demand for classic gold tone pieces in the 1980s. Women wanted practical designs that would function in the workplace, as much as they would look elegant with evening wear. Well crafted, gold plated, brooches such as this were consequently a popular purchase in department stores accross the USA and UK in the Eighties. They were crucial to the enduring appeal of Monet jewellery.  

    Wear it With...

    Brooches are an exceptionally simple way to add instant vintage styling to any look and interest to plain materials. Pin this piece onto a hat, lapel, collar, cuff, scarf, sleeve, waistline or bag - wear alone or with a selection.

    Product Details

    BR424

    Data sheet

    Era
    1980s
    Occasion
    Smart Casual
    Style
    Inspired by Nature
    Colour
    Gold

    The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:

    - Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.

    - Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.

    - Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.

    - Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.

    - If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.