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Vintage Signed Vendôme Aurora Borealis Rhinestone Brooch & Earrings Demi-ParureAbsolutely spectacular vintage Vendôme matching brooch and clip-on earring set featuring brilliant jewel-tone aurora borealis rhinestones in intense shades of fuchsia, purple, magenta, blue, green and gold.The large dimensional brooch is constructed with multiple layers of prong-set marquise/navette, pear-shaped, rectangular and round rhinestones surrounding a dramatic central stone. Smaller clear and aurora borealis rhinestones provide additional sparkle throughout.An especially beautiful feature is the articulated rhinestone drop at the bottom of the brooch, which is intentionally designed to swing freely and catch the light with movement.The coordinating earrings repeat the same floral/starburst design with large faceted purple AB stones surrounding rectangular centers and sparkling clear rhinestone accents. They have adjustable screw-style clip backs.All three pieces are signed Vendôme.The stones have extraordinary color shift depending upon the angle and lighting, changing from deep magenta and purple to flashes of turquoise, blue, green, gold and fiery red.Measurements:
Brooch: approximately 3 inches long × 1 1/2 inches wide
Earrings: approximately 1 inch eachMaker: Vendôme
Era: Late 1950s–1960s, likely circa 1960s
Type: Demi-parure — brooch and matching earrings
Material: Glass/crystal rhinestones
Stone finish: Aurora Borealis / AB
Metal tone: Silver tone / rhodium-tone appearance
Earring closure: Adjustable clip-on
Brooch closure: Pin with rollover safety clasp
Special feature: Articulated swinging rhinestone drop
Signed: Yes — Vendôme (All three are signed)Condition Excellent vintage condition. The rhinestones remain exceptionally bright and reflective, with the expected variations in AB coating and minor signs of age visible on close inspection. The articulated lower section of the brooch moves freely as intended. Please review the photographs closely for the exact condition of the stones, settings and metal finish. item specificsBrand: Vendome
Type: Jewelry Set
Set Includes: Brooch, Earrings
Signed: Yes
Vintage: Yes
Era: 1960s
Jewelry Department: Fashion
Color: Purple / Fuchsia / Multicolor
Main Stone: Rhinestone / Crystal
Main Stone Color: Purple
Secondary Stone: Rhinestone
Material: Glass, Rhinestone
Metal: Unknown
Metal Color: Silver Tone
Theme: Floral / Statement / Retro
Earring Closure: Clip-On
Original/Reproduction: Original
