Rare Pre-Copyright Vintage DeNicola Clear Pave Rhinestone Heart Brooch Pin 1957 For Sale

* Brand: DeNicola (Jerry DeNicola)
* Era: Mid-Century Modern (Circa 1957–1959)
* Signature: Signed "DeNicola" on a central raised oval cartouche (Pre-Copyright)
* Material: Heavy Gold-Plated / Gold-Tone Base Metal
* Stones: Brilliant, Foil-Backed Clear Crystal Rhinestones
* Measurement: 1⅝" × 1⅝"**ABOUT THIS HISTORICAL PIECE**
Up for sale is an exceptional, investment-grade pre-copyright signed DeNicola heart brooch. Produced during the very first flight of Jerry DeNicola’s prestigious New York workshop (1957–1959), this piece completely lacks the later standard copyright (©) symbol. Finding an uncompromised piece from this brief 2-to-3-year window is a true rarity for mid-century costume jewelry collectors.This statement brooch perfectly encapsulates DeNicola’s famous "The Real Look" design philosophy, which aimed to perfectly replicate the substantial weight, hand-crafted presence, and luxury assembly of genuine diamond fine jewelry.The three-dimensional, domed face is heavily encrusted with glittering, foil-backed clear crystal rhinestones. The clear stones are intricately set within a precise geometric grid of high-polished, raised gold-tone domes—a sophisticated manufacturing layout heavily reminiscent of Schreiner’s legendary mid-century cocktail pieces. The heart is beautifully framed by a deeply textured, Florentine-finished wrapped ribbon border. The reverse side features DeNicola's signature premium construction: a heavy, brilliant sunburst ray pattern radiating flawlessly outward from the central maker's mark.---**CONDITION REPORT**
* Stones: Excellent vintage condition. All clear rhinestones are original, securely set, and fully intact with fantastic, crisp brilliance and zero clouding or dead stones.
* Metal Finish: Exceptional. The heavy gold-tone plating remains incredibly vibrant and bright across both the front face and back radiating ridges, showing no signs of finish loss, flaking, or green verdigris.
* Clasp Mechanism: The horizontal pin stem is completely straight, and the rollover safety clasp functions perfectly, turning smoothly and locking tightly.A stellar, pristine example of early DeNicola craftsmanship to anchor any premium costume jewelry collection. Ships securely packed. Please reach out with any questions!