For those who have ever bent over an antique brooch to admire its intricacies of design or perhaps the simplicity with which a stone was set to be displayed in its own right, the added lure behind antique brooches may also have been the fact that they spoke of history, of times gone by and of course of the people who used to wear them. While modern jewelry is contemporary, and very much en vogue, an antique diamond pearl brooch can become a stunning counterpoint to the ensemble you may be wearing.
For example, if you favor the sleek lines of white gold or silver, an antique or vintage bluebird brooch will stand out and while presenting a new focal point, it will also help the other jewelry you are wearing to be admired for its stunning ability to offset such an elaborate piece of jewelry. A vintage antique mosaic brooch may be the splash of color needed on a monochromatic outfit and of course an antique art deco brooch will help you to further your style choice, if art deco is the couture of choice.
Yet did you know that there is more to antique brooches than simply a fashion statement? Consider for example the antique brooches that speak of the folklore and beliefs that people of different time periods held. Some antique brooches were fashioned from chorals and believed to be warding off the evil eye, the witch’s touch, or the curse against the first born. Other antique brooches are connected to articles of faith, such as relics, and some are said to have been blessed by noted bishops or priests and as such they are considered to be valuable expressions of faith and blessing.
Yet another use for antique costume brooches is the combination with more modern designs. While nobody will dismantle an antique Tiffany gold leaf brooch and period piece that has been designed as a replica may be taken apart or incorporated into another piece of jewelry. Thus, two or three pieces of jewelry may become one, such as a pendant or even a bracelet. In some cases a sizeable brooch may also be crafted by a skilled artisan, although this is rare. As you can see, it does not matter if you are looking to own an antique turquoise brooch for its own beauty, its historic significance, or simply to make new jewelry from it, antique brooches still make quite the noteworthy fashion statement today.
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