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IMAGE	JEWEL DESCRIPTION	SHOPPING OPTIONS
SOLD	Here's a great 1960s beetle pin with a 5/8" tall coral plastic cabochon body upon a gold tone metal frame. It measures 1 ž" wide by 1 3/8" long and is in very good vintage condition with a small spot on the finish of the left wing. Item#FF 0597-280
	It's going to be a photo finish! This fantastic 1940s pin features two carved wood thoroughbred horses surging toward the finish. They have glass eyes, a painted nose/mouth, brass tacks and painted gold tone textile bridles. The pin is in very good vintage condition and measures 4" wide by 2 ž" long. This is one of those "gotta haves" for wood figural collectors. $78.00 Item#FF 0509-043
	The old fashioned telephone never looked so glamorous as it does in this flashy 1950s pin. Made of silver tone metal with prong set, fancy cut clear rhinestones, it measures 2" long by 1" wide and is in very good vintage condition. Please note that in the larger photo you can see a slightly yellowing stone in the receiver that is much less visible when viewed in person. $34.00 Item#FF 0210-008
SOLD	This delightful trio of bee pins is made of silver tone metal with teal, soft blue and black paint, and pink rhinestone eyes. The two larger bees are identical in size at 1 5/8" wide by 1" long, while the smaller is a dainty 1" wide by ž" long. All are in excellent vintage condition. Item#FF 0509-018
	From the 1960s, this gold tone metal cat pin by JJ looks like she's curling up for a nap. She measures 1 ź" wide by 1" long by ž" tall and has blue rhinestone eyes with a Florentine body. Very weighty and in very good vintage condition with some small spots of finish wear noted. Please also note, when worn, the cat faces down, as in the photo below. $36.00 Item#FF 0705-002 View as worn
	Fend off those dreary "April showers" with this charming umbrella pin by J.J. It measures 1 ž" long by 1 5/8" wide and is made of textured silver tone metal, complete with "etched" raindrops. A very fun piece that's in excellent vintage condition. $32.00 Item#FF 0609-002
	By Art, this 3" wide by 1 ˝" long pin depicts a pheasant in flight and is nicely detailed. It is made of gold tone metal with a silver tone finish on its wings and tail feathers for contrast, and has a clear rhinestone eye. Excellent vintage condition. $40.00 Item#FF 0210-002
	This adorable turtle perfume pin by Sarah Cov (Coventry) is made of gold tone metal with a rope work shell and is topped with a faceted copper tone plastic 'stone'. The original solid perfume is gone but the inside is clean and still has the aluminum insert. 1 ž" wide by 1 ź" long by ž" tall and in excellent vintage condition. $36.00 Item#FF 0509-011 View when open
	Here's a loveable scotty dog pin of molded black glass with a painted eye and nose. I believe this to be a vintage finding that was more recently converted to a pin (see larger photo for pin back). It measures 1" wide by 7/8" long and regardless of its origins, it's a terrific little pin. $25.00 Item#FF 0909-003
	Made in England, this vintage Wedgwood pin features a green jasperware scene with cupid and other mythological figures, bezel set in a gold tone metal frame. It measures 1 5/8" wide by 1 1/8" long and is in very good vintage condition. Please note that the frame has a dark patina that I have left intact. $58.00 Item#FF 0509-012 Close-up of the mark
	Everyone needs a guardian angel and you can make this fantastic stamped silver tone (likely Sterling) cherub yours! With great details such as dainty fingers and toes, a pouty face, full belly and tiny wings, she measures 2 5/8" long by 2" wide, has a c-clasp back and is in very good vintage condition with a nice patina. What a wonderful pin! $62.00 Item#FF 41-70
	A dapper fellow indeed, this 1960s white rabbit pin measures 1 7/8" tall by 1" wide and is bejeweled with rhinestones in blue, green, red, topaz and aurora. He is made of white washed (coated) metal with gold tone accents. Excellent vintage condition. $45.00 Item#FF 0709-002
SOLD	Don't you just love this cute cat head pin by Warner? It is made of silver tone metal with prong set blue and black rhinestones and measures a darling 1 1/8" long by 1" wide. It is in very good vintage condition with some faint clouding to some of the blue rhinestones - still plenty of sparkle to enjoy. Item#FF 1207-001
	By Goldette, this charming basket pin is adorned with a bee and has four simulated stick pins in floral and heart shapes. In addition to the wonderful detailing, it is bejeweled with green, simulated garnet and fuchsia rhinestones as well as simulated pearls, coral and turquoise (all plastic). It measures 1 3/4" long by 1 3/8" wide and is in excellent vintage condition. $54.00 Item#FF 0204-016
	Cultivate your spring fashions with either (or both) of these signed J.J. beetle pins. Each measures 1 3/8" wide by 1 ź" long, is made of gold tone metal and enameled in green/white and black/white. Both are in excellent condition and are priced at $40.00 each, the pair for $72.00 Item#FF 0598-088 (Green/White) and Item#FF 0398-021 (Black/White)	(Green/White) (Black/White) (Both Pins)
	By Capri, this mushroom pin measures 1 7/8" long by 1 ž" wide and is a lovely depiction. It is made of gold tone metal with a Florentine finish and is adorned with clear rhinestones and simulated turquoise cabochons (glass and plastic). It has riveted construction, substantial weight and is in very good vintage condition. Please note that there is a bit of glue showing on the larger cabochons. Take this terrific toadstool home for $64.00 Item#FF 84-61 Side view, another front view
	This simply wonderful vintage necklace features three dancing ladies of 875 silver with genuine amber 'drop' skirts and amber bead cascades. Each lady measures 2" long by 1 3/8" wide (the amber drops are 1 ź" long by ž" wide) and the total necklace length is 24" Two of the ladies are marked "875" (see photo below) while the third bears the 875 mark along with the letter "P" and a star with hammer and sickle, indicating that it is of Russian make. There are additional 875 marks on some of the jump rings. An unusual and very pretty piece in very good vintage condition. $195.00 Item#FF 0104-041 Back of the necklace, close-up #1, close-up #2, close-up #3, view as worn, P Star 875 mark, 875 only mark
	I adore the blue and purple hues of butterfly wing jewelry and this 1950s pin is a lovely example. It measures 1 ˝" long by 1" wide and is made of silver tone metal with a painted desert scene on a butterfly wing background, under a plastic dome. Excellent vintage condition and a nice departure from the palm and beach motif. $36.00 Item#FF 0209-013 Close-up
	This very large pin (6 3/8" long by 2" wide) harkens back to a more dapper time with its top hat, feather, cane and two dangling chains. It is made of gold tone metal and is in very good vintage condition. Some wear to the finish is visible along the brim of the hat. $38.00 Item#FF 0100-029
	Here's a snazzy 60s beetle pin to jazz up any outfit. It sports a white ceramic body with gold tone dots on a gold tone metal frame. 1 5/8" wide by 1 ź" long and in very good vintage condition. $32.00 Item#FF 63-19
	This whimsical poodle chatelaine pin measures 1 ź" long by ž" wide and is made of gold tone Florentine metal with cut accents. It is connected to a 1/18" wide bar pin with cultured pearl by a 2 3/8" long chain. Excellent vintage condition and adorable! $54.00 Item#FF 0608-003
	Start your spring or summer in style with this wonderful gold tone metal bee pin. It has floral wings in green and yellow enamel with clear rhinestone accents and measures 1 5/8" wide by 1 3/8" long. Excellent vintage condition, beautifully made and a top pick at $68.00 Item#FF 82-6
	Looking cute as a button and oh-so-stylish in his top hat, this bird pin by Florenza is made of gun metal with trembler wings, aurora marquise and a midnight blue round rhinestone. At 1 ž" wide by 1" long he's small but sure to please. Very good vintage condition. $35.00 Item#FF 0309-016
	This fancy egg pin by Carolee is made of gold tone metal with metallic, soft pink paint under laminate, and bow, star and clear rhinestone accents. It measures 1 3/16" long by 13/16" wide and is a more contemporary piece in very good condition. A dainty dazzler with all the look that Carolee is known for. $32.00 Item#FF 0307-024
	Here's a lavish lizard pin by Grossé © that features blue enamel sides, black enamel eyes and a clear rhinestone spine. It is made of gold tone metal that is textured as scales and measures 3" long and 3/8" wide. Excellent vintage condition, circa 1970s-80s. $76.00 Item#FF 0309-100
	This classy arachnid by CAROLEE is a limited edition pin from 1992. Made of gold tone metal with blue glass cabochon eyes, simulated pearl body (glass) and clear rhinestones on its legs, it measures 2 ˝" wide by 1 5/8" long and is in excellent condition. Quite a lot of weight and even more look. $96.00 Item#FF 0908-103
	By PELL, this fancy 1960s feline is made of gold tone metal with topaz rhinestone rounds and baguettes, and green rhinestone eyes. It measures 1 ž" long by 1" wide and sits with proud posture and an expression that's all cat. Excellent vintage condition. $42.00 Item#FF 0303-010
	I love the details in this boot pin with simulated sticks pins. It is made of gold tone metal with many embellishments and the boot even has treads and 'nails' on the heel. Each 'stick pin' is equally well done. It measures 1 ˝" long by 1 ź" wide and is in excellent vintage condition. $46.00 Item#FF 0608-016
	This wonderful STERLING BY LAMPL leaf with watch brooch measures a nice big 2 7/8" long by 2 5/8" wide. The wind-up watch mechanism (gold tone metal) is marked "Swiss" and "Lampl" on the dial and is in good working order. It is monogrammed "NL" and is in excellent vintage condition. The Walter Lampl name is much sought-after and this pin is a lovely example of why that is. $165.00 Item#FF 0107-005 View the back, close-up of the watch
	From the 1960s, this bird in nest pin is typical of the quality designs by CASTLECLIFF. It is made of detailed gold tone metal and is quite a heavy weight for its 1 3/8" wide by 1 ź" long by 1 1/8" tall size. The leaves upon which the nest sits create an angle when worn that allows you to peek inside at the three simulated pearl 'eggs'. A wonderfully executed design that's in very good vintage condition. $54.00 Item#FF 0908-011
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