vintage pin

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Wondering if anyone might have an idea as to what make this pin? It's goldtone, amethyst, rhinestone. I'm guessing 50s. No stamp on back.

Any help would be appreciated, as ever! : )
 
40s? Really. That's interesting. What makes you think that, the design? Oh, is there a particular cleaner you recommend?

Great help so far - C
 
The "best" jewelry cleaner for this type of pin is Jewel Joose but sadly it's been discontinued. You might try a mild solution of something like Dawn detergent - cut with water. Put it in a spray bottle and spray the metal. Rinse it after a few minutes and dry it thorougly. Don't put it away until it's thoroughly dry. A couple of your clear rhinestones are a bit dull and could use changing but that requires a little practice, stones and some special tools.

The piece is a mid-late '40's design - in the Retro Style which became popular at the end of the '30's. Here's a link to a WWII era brooch in the same style:

http://www.rubylane.com/item/212033-RLx20639/Sterling-Retro-Floral-Brooch
 
I don't think I'll be changing any stones on my own. I'll try the Dawn mixture to clean it. Would you use a toothbrush or Qtip on the surface. Oh, one more question...what is the metal typically, a gold tone?

Very helpful!
 
The pin is plated with a goldtone plating over a base metal. During WWII when base metal was needed for the war effort, a lot of jewelry was made of Sterling - some was plated and some was left natural. If it is Sterling is would be marked.

You can use either a toothbrush or a Q-tip. Some people use Windex or you can use alcohol on a Q-tip. I still have a small cache of Jewel Joose so haven't tried the Dawn mixture. Perhaps someone else has a favorite cleaning tip.
 
Linn, I can't thank you enough for your help. Really.

Researched online the jewelry of the era and can see how the design fits into it so clearly. With your help! : )
 
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