Vintage Austrian Aurora Borealis crystal brooch featuring a romantic wreath of textured gold-tone leaves and prong-set iridescent stones.
This beautiful brooch takes us back to a time when getting dressed meant choosing the perfect finishing touch. Perhaps it was pinned to a favourite coat for Sunday outings, worn on a dress for dinner or carefully placed on a scarf before stepping out the door. Wherever it went, we imagine it added just the right amount of sparkle.
The shimmering stones are classic Austrian Aurora Borealis crystals, glowing with shifting reflections of pink, purple, blue and gold. The special AB coating was co-created by Swarovski and Christian Dior in 1955 to give glass stones their radiant multicolour rainbow finish. It became one of the most recognizable and glamorous details in mid-century costume jewelry.
The setting is equally lovely. Finely detailed, textured metal leaves are arranged around the circular wreath alongside secure prong-set crystal clusters—a distinctive style associated with vintage Austrian jewelry. Every turn reveals a different flash of colour, making this small brooch feel wonderfully special.
Stamped AUSTRIA on the reverse, this is a charming piece of vintage jewelry history ready to be worn and loved again. Pin it to a blazer, coat, scarf, dress or handbag whenever your outfit needs a little old-fashioned glamour.
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Details
- Vintage Austrian brooch
- Marking: Stamped AUSTRIA
- Design: Circular openwork leaf wreath
- Crystals: Aurora Borealis glass crystals
- Crystal Colours: Pink, purple, blue and gold reflections
- Setting: Prong-set crystal clusters
- Metal: Textured gold-tone metal
- Closure: Traditional pin closure
- Size: Approx. 4 cm (1.6 in) across
- Condition: Vintage estate jewellery piece