Vintage Juliana Pastel Pink Blue Rhinestone Figural Butterfly Brooch IIJJ#9350
A spectacular vintage Juliana (DeLizza & Elster) butterfly brooch featuring an unusually elaborate combination of pink, fuchsia, amethyst, blue and teal rhinestones set in gold-tone metal.
The butterfly's four wings are completely edged in rhinestone chaining, creating a sparkling outline around the entire silhouette. Inside the wings, an intricate arrangement of closed-back navette and chaton rhinestones builds layers of vivid color, with rich fuchsia and amethyst balanced by bright blue and teal accents.
The construction offers several classic DeLizza & Elster details collectors look for, including figure-eights, a small central support ring, and the extensive rhinestone chaining used to define the wings. The dimensional body is finished with gracefully curved, textured antennae tipped with rhinestones, giving the butterfly wonderful character from every angle.
This particular butterfly framework is especially interesting. A topaz colorway of the same design is documented in the Is It Juliana Jewelry database, and this colorful pink, blue, teal and amethyst example has now been added as another documented colorway.
A beautifully constructed and exceptionally colorful Juliana figural with tremendous presence.
Details
- Maker: Juliana (DeLizza & Elster)
- Type: Butterfly brooch
- Colors: Pink, fuchsia, amethyst, blue and teal
- Stones: Rhinestone navettes and chatons
- Stone Settings: All closed-back
- Construction: Rhinestone chaining outlining the wings, figure-eight puddling and small central support ring
- Antennae: Textured metal with rhinestone tips
- Metal: Gold-tone
- Measurements: Approximately 2.6 x 2.4 inches
- Condition: Good vintage condition
- Authentication: Confirmed Juliana (DeLizza & Elster) — IsItJulianaJewelry IIJJ#9350