Antiquing is really a test of patience. Months of scouring dusty shelves can leave you disappointed, but it's time well-invested when you stop in on a sleepy afternoon to find the piece de resistance for your collection, like this new-to-me grasshopper brooch. A massive three-inch long, one-and-a-half inch high insect - which is now perched upon my desk to admire.
My vintage jewelry collection was just begging for a standout piece like this. Unfortunately the piece isn't signed, so I can't pinpoint more creations by its mastermind.
The sheer size and weight of this brooch would probably tug all of my shirts southward. It seems heavy fall blazers are its sartorial destiny.
Best $30 I've ever spent.
What a freaking JACKPOT!! Congrats on a major find Jessica. Please include a step by step on how to be patient when antiquing...you have officially mastered the task. :)
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That is so incredible. I really love it. Great find.
ReplyDeleteAwesome find! And you won't have to worry about running into many people sporting this beauty!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see this piece in action!
ReplyDeleteWow its so cute!!! I love it!!! :D
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ok ok, he's cute and creepy all at the same time... little critter.
ReplyDeletetres cool! i was just thinking the other day that i needed to spend more time trolling secondhand stores and estate sales. alas, i have neither the time nor the patience, but i'm always jealous of my friends who score really cool things because they took the time to look.
ReplyDeletewow that is an amazing find!!! the color is gorgeous, and so vivid. and i can't believe the detail. i can't wait to see how you wear it! ~joelle
ReplyDeleteThat is a great piece....I really love it! Well done honey:)
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What a fabulous find!
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Cute! Vintage jewelry is so fun but alas... I do not really own much of it. I'm so simple with my jewelry. But that's ok! ;)
ReplyDeleteThat's a great find! I admire your tenacity working your way through many dusty pieces.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a beautiful piece! I agree, finding something great is truly a time-consuming task but oh-so worth it when you find something as amazing as this! I hope you had a great weekend Jessica!
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Rachel
so gorgeous! Great find! Most of my antiques stuff is passed down from in the family- but when you do find something special- it really is a great feeling! The necklace in my post ( turquoise one- is good old h&m- how embarrasing almost all my outfit is!)xxxx
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You definitely scored big time with that one lady!
ReplyDeletehe is gorgeous! i love his bejeweled collar and shimmering gold accents.
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This piece is great :)
ReplyDeleteIt's so freakin' cool!
ReplyDeleteMelanie@UnravelledThreads
LOVE the grasshopper. I have a bumble bee broach that I hardly ever wear, but I love it in my drawer. Thanks for your comment on my blog, I'd love to have you as a follower!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely LOVE it. I so need to do more vintage shopping; I always find pieces that I love!
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Oh he is very chic and quite large, enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI adore it! Vintage makes me so happy:)
ReplyDeletewhat a great find and oh so cute! love it. :)
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Who cares if it's too heavy?!? That is amazing!!! I would want it just to decorate my table :)
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What a fun broach! I need to do some vintage shopping soon! It's been a while for me. Maybe hit the Rose Bowl. :)
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Bren @ Chasing Beauty
Oh, Jessica, this is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteSimply adorable!
ReplyDeleteOoh he's such a beauty! Gorgeous find. I love insects as jewels myself
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What an unusual piece! Have you ever heard of Carole Tanenbaum? She's a Canadian collector and retailer of vintage costume jewellry pieces - you will likely love her collection!
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