MONET Gold Satin Bow Brooch / Pin / Antique Jewelry / American Vintage Jewelry

This brand is considered a quintessential representative of gold-toned jewelry. Its designs, remarkably simple yet effortlessly chic, exude an overall sense of understated elegance. This particular piece possesses excellent quality, though it is a pre-owned item. We kindly request that you refrain from comparing it to new items or holding it to extremely high standards. 🙏🏻 ⚜️ Circa 1980s ⚜️ Minor signs of wear; overall condition is good. Please examine photos carefully. ⚜️ Gold-plated alloy, substantial metalwork ⚜️ Hallmarked: ©MONET ⚜️ Approximately 5.9cm in length, widest point approximately 1.8cm. 👀 Please be aware that measurements are taken with a flexible tape measure, so slight variations are normal. As jewelry is not always perfectly symmetrical, the listed dimensions represent the longest and widest points. 🖤 This auction is for the brooch only; other items shown in photos are not included. **Important Considerations Before Purchasing:** 💚 Please send a message to communicate any questions before buying. 💚 It is nearly impossible for metal jewelry from the 1940s-1980s to be completely free of fading, discoloration, or rust spots. Minor imperfections are to be expected. 💚 We make every effort to clearly present the item through photographs on the page. We kindly ask you to carefully inspect the images and descriptions. 💚 Vintage jewelry is inherently an item of age. Having passed through the hands of time, it will undoubtedly bear signs of use. 💚 The jewelry in this shop will not be modified; for example, clip-on earrings will not be converted to post earrings. 💚 For those new to "Vintage Jewelry," we strongly advise thoughtful consideration before purchasing. 💚 If an item arrives damaged and is unwearable, a refund may be issued. However, returns or refunds will not be accepted for reasons such as the item not meeting expectations, sizing issues, color discrepancies, or damage not incurred during transit. _____________________________________ **About the Brand:** The history of the Monet brand began in 1927. It was founded by Russian Jewish immigrants Michael and Joseph Chernow in Providence, Rhode Island, USA. They initially named their company Monocraft Products Co. The Chernow brothers operated under this name for ten years, producing their first jewelry pieces in 1929. The exact motivation behind the founders' eventual decision to name their jewelry "Monet" remains unclear. Perhaps they admired the works of Impressionist painters such as Edouard Manet and Claude Monet. The "Monet" brand jewelry first debuted in 1937. The brand is renowned not only for its particular affinity for the "vintage" aesthetic. With the help of Monet's master artisans, several revolutionary inventions related to the technical aspects of costume jewelry emerged, many of which were patented. For instance, they developed ear-clip designs that eventually evolved into the post earrings common today. Additionally, Monet's traditional earrings pioneered new clasp types. The company also patented a "barrel" clasp for necklaces. Metal craftsmanship became a hallmark of the Monet brand, with the creation of intricate lace-like jewelry featuring a variety of textured metals. Monet jewelry primarily utilized precious metals, with many pieces crafted from sterling silver using innovative methods, often marked "Monet Sterling." However, they also employed various jewelry alloys with precious metal plating, utilizing Monet's proprietary techniques for perfect gold and silver application. Monet brand jewelry exclusively used natural materials, sometimes incorporating crystals, but only from the finest sources, such as the Austrian brand Swarovski. Over time, to maintain interest in the brand, Monet's designers began experimenting with different settings, introducing new collections adorned with gemstones or enamel.