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PROVENANCE & COLLECTOR NOTE
Figural and novelty jewelry was one of the great joys of mid-century American style. In an era when women were reclaiming their gardens, their kitchens, and their homes as places of pride and creativity, jewelry that celebrated the simple pleasures of growing things became enormously popular. These charming gardening and vegetable brooches are a direct expression of that spirit — whimsical, warm, and full of personality. They are the kind of pieces that make people smile, that start conversations, and that reveal something delightful about the woman who wears them: she has a sense of humor, a love of life, and she is not afraid to show it.
CONDITION
Collector's Grade: Vintage Excellent. All pieces present beautifully with vivid colors and minimal wear. Closures are functional.
DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
- Style: Mixed lot of gardening and vegetable themed novelty brooches and pins
- Size Range: 1.25" to 1.86"
- Total Weight: 30 grams
- Material: Mixed metals, enamel, rhinestones
TECHNICAL DETAILS
- Hallmarks: None
- Closure Type: Rollover
GRACE NOTE
Pin a little carrot or a tiny watering can to your gardening hat and head outside with a smile. Or wear your favorite vegetable brooch to the farmers market, to a garden club meeting, or simply around the house on a quiet morning when you want to feel cheerful. These pieces are pure joy — the kind of jewelry that reminds you not to take life too seriously and to find delight in the small, beautiful, growing things. They also make absolutely wonderful gifts for the gardener in your life who has everything. Almost everything.
PROVENANCE & COLLECTOR NOTE
Figural and novelty jewelry was one of the great joys of mid-century American style. In an era when women were reclaiming their gardens, their kitchens, and their homes as places of pride and creativity, jewelry that celebrated the simple pleasures of growing things became enormously popular. These charming gardening and vegetable brooches are a direct expression of that spirit — whimsical, warm, and full of personality. They are the kind of pieces that make people smile, that start conversations, and that reveal something delightful about the woman who wears them: she has a sense of humor, a love of life, and she is not afraid to show it.
CONDITION
Collector's Grade: Vintage Excellent. All pieces present beautifully with vivid colors and minimal wear. Closures are functional.
DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
- Style: Mixed lot of gardening and vegetable themed novelty brooches and pins
- Size Range: 1.25" to 1.86"
- Total Weight: 30 grams
- Material: Mixed metals, enamel, rhinestones
TECHNICAL DETAILS
- Hallmarks: None
- Closure Type: Rollover
GRACE NOTE
Pin a little carrot or a tiny watering can to your gardening hat and head outside with a smile. Or wear your favorite vegetable brooch to the farmers market, to a garden club meeting, or simply around the house on a quiet morning when you want to feel cheerful. These pieces are pure joy — the kind of jewelry that reminds you not to take life too seriously and to find delight in the small, beautiful, growing things. They also make absolutely wonderful gifts for the gardener in your life who has everything. Almost everything.
