{"title":"Insects","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vintage-silver-tone-rhinestone-butterfly-brooch-figural-insect-pin","title":"Vintage Silver-Tone Rhinestone Butterfly Brooch Figural Insect Pin Clear Stones","description":"\u003cp\u003eRhinestone butterfly brooches in this scale and stone quality are less common than the floral alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA figural butterfly brooch in silver-tone metal, set with clear rhinestones throughout — round pavé stones outlining the wings, marquise-cut stones along the body, and teardrop accents at the lower wings. The antennae are thin wire with single rhinestone tips. Non-magnetic, which places the base metal outside the ferrous range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction is typical of quality costume production from the mid-century through the 1980s: stones are individually set, not moulded, and the back shows a neat roll-over clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size — 6 × 3 cm — sits squarely in the range that reads from across a room. Works on a lapel, a coat collar, or pinned to a wide-brimmed hat. The all-clear palette means it pairs with colour or with black equally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Brooch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Mid-century to 1980s (exact decade unconfirmed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Silver-tone metal, clear rhinestones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStones: Clear rhinestones — round pavé, marquise, teardrop cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 6 × 3 cm, depth 0.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 20 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Roll-over pin clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Figural, Insect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent · All stones intact, clasp functions smoothly, no visible wear or damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rare Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53788442591569,"sku":"RR-0046","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0846\/6667\/9633\/files\/2-01-2000.jpg?v=1778876851"},{"product_id":"vintage-gold-tone-black-enamel-beetle-brooch-figural-insect-costume-jewelry","title":"Vintage 1950s Gold-Tone Black Enamel Beetle Brooch Figural Insect Costume Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003eFigural beetle brooches are uncommon among costume jewelry — most insect brooches stick to butterflies and dragonflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mid-century three-dimensional beetle in gold-tone metal with a black enamel body and jointed gold-tone legs and antennae accented with small rhinestones. The sculptural form and enamel detailing suggest 1950s to 1960s production from a mid-market costume jeweler, though unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe safety pin closure is original and fully functional. The non-ferrous construction confirms the gold-tone finish is the primary material, not plated base metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact scale works equally on a coat lapel or as a bag charm, but the sculptural form makes it read as a statement piece rather than a delicate accent. The three-dimensional structure photographs clearly and reads well from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Brooch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Mid-century (1950s–1960s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Gold-tone metal, black enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStones: Enamel (wing covers), small rhinestones (leg accents)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 3 × 2 × 1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked: No — typical for unsigned costume jewelry of this period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Safety pin, fully functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Figural, animal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent · Enamel body fully intact with no chips or crazing, all rhinestone accents in place, safety pin secure and functional, surface patina consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rare Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53805122847057,"sku":"RR-0093","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0846\/6667\/9633\/files\/20260519_221958.jpg?v=1779231002"},{"product_id":"vintage-1980s-silver-tone-butterfly-brooch-pave-rhinestone-costume-jewelry-pin","title":"Vintage 1980s Silver-Tone Butterfly Brooch Pave Rhinestone Costume Jewelry Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilver-tone butterfly brooches in this pave style are less common than the gold-tone versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage butterfly brooch in silver-tone metal, the wings fully covered with small clear rhinestones in a pave setting. Four wings radiate symmetrically from a central body, with a fine milgrain-style border following each wing's outline. The piece has a good weight for its size — compact but not lightweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale is small enough to sit on a shirt collar or the lapel of a fine knit, and the silver tone keeps it cooler and more contemporary than the gold-tone equivalents. 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The reverse carries Stratton's engine-turned chevron pattern. Inside: the original mirror and the original powder puffer, still marked \"Stratton \/ Made in England\" on the fabric. Original face powder remains in the puffer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hinge and clasp are both functioning. Some light surface scuffing to the gold-tone back, consistent with use. Mirror shows minor age spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSits well on a dressing table as a display piece as much as a functional compact. The butterfly panel reads as a small artwork at this scale. 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