Vintage Exquisite Iris Brooch -1960's on Original Display Pad (SOLD)
Here is a beautiful large sized signed Exquisite floral vintage brooch. This Iris flower brooch is one of the original 1960s "Flower of the Month" brooches from Birmingham makers Exquisite. The Iris is the flower pin for April. This brooch has been hand painted, a process known as cold enamel work to produce a natural looking flower. The all important Exquisite bow appears around the stems of the flowers as a feature to the front and the Exquisite signature is on the back. Because these pieces were hand finished, you get marked variations in the colours from brooch to brooch. This one has Silver effect metal and uses a variety of colours with sage green leaves and two tones of blue - a soft pale blue and a deeper sea blue with a yellow flash on the flowers themselves. It is in very good vintage condition. There is a fleck of paint loss to the leaves ( I have taken a detailed photo to show this) and a few minuscule white flecks on the dark blue of the petals. This vintage Iris Flower pin is presented on its original sales card which is emblazoned with the words "An Exquisite Creation" and the words "Iris" and "April". What a great gift for anyone who has an April Birthday or you could treat yourself just and wear this floral vintage brooch on your outfit. Approximate measurements are 6.5cms (2.5ins) by 5 cms (2ins). This item fastens with a rollover type clasp.
JEWELLERY DETAILS
Designer or Brand: Exquisite
Country of Origin: UK - Solihull, Birmingham
Condition: Very Good
Decade: 1960s
Style: Floral
Era: Vintage ( 1920s - 1980s)
Type: Collectable Brooch
Material: Base Metal and Cold Enamel