Silver Brooch
Today silver is used in many different things, from kitchen appliances to even the complete obvious which is jewelry. One piece of jewelry that has been around for centuries (and surely will stick around for way more to come) is the silver brooch. The silver brooch comes in just about every animal and insect shape there is out there. The silver brooch also comes in many feminine floral and heart shapes which are dainty and cute. The silver brooch (in my opinion) looks even classier with clear stones which make it look more valuable at the same time (and no one has to know if the stones are real or not, because they look so similar). A silver brooch that comes with Swarovski crystals is obviously less expensive than a silver brooch with real diamonds due to the rare and precious materials that may or may not be used. However they look pretty similar and if you are on a budget the Swarovski crystals are the way to go for sure. A silver brooch with Swarovski crystals can typically run about $20 dollars (give or take). On the other hand a silver brooch with real gems, whether diamonds, pearls, or even opals can run any consumer a large tab in the hundreds of thousands (depending on how large the stones are). There are so many gorgeous pins out there, but one of my favorites just might have to be the silver brooch crystal dolphin. The dolphin is lying over a silver pearl replica and the dolphin itself is covered in tiny clear Swarovski crystals, and I guess because I think dolphins are one the cutest creatures ever made, I like it the best. Plus you can’t beat the price. It is only $21.19, but is currently on sale for $13.19, I mean come on, and it’s a steal!
Antique Sterling Brooch
The antique sterling brooch is also a very nice looking piece of artwork. It gives that old time romantic look (which is very trendy at the moment). My favorite antique sterling brooch look is the sterling silver antique-style brooch. It comes with a pretty large aqua blue stone in the center (It kind of reminds me of a mood ring, but bigger). It is 19 x 16”, which is basically 44 mm. This particular antique sterling brooch has a very unique and cool braided metal look surrounding the outer portion of the pin. This antique sterling brooch is still in stock and is currently on sale for only $19.95 dollars, plus the small shipping and handling fee.
Art Deco Brooch
Another cool brooch is the art deco brooch. It is pretty “bling-bling,” which is simply just gorgeous. The art deco brooch that catches many eyes is the art deco brooch by Audrina. It is square in shape and has a circular faux diamond in the center. This particular art deco brooch was originally $35 dollars, but it is currently on sale for only $24.99 dollars and then not to mention the really small shipping and handling fee that every product bought via the internet has.
The great thing about these brooches is that they add style and flare to any boring piece of clothing or accessory. For instance women in the past, present, and most likely in the future, have worn brooches on blazers, shirts, dresses-including wedding dresses, tank-tops, skirts, shorts, belts, shoes, hats, scarf’s, head bands, gloves, coats, book bags, purses, laptop covers, and even in the hair similar to a barrette. The brooches just add a classy and sassy look to anything and everything.
One thing most consumers question or get concerns about is what to do with tarnished jewelry, especially a timeless piece such as the brooch. There are many cleaners an individual could purchase at any jewelry store. I however suggest the cheapest yet most accurate way possible and that is with house hold items every person in America should have. You need 2 or 3 drops of dishwashing soap, about 3 drops of ammonia and then ½ a cup of water. Before you do anything, check your jewelry very well. Make sure the stones are intact and not almost falling out. If they are loose I would not recommend this cleaning method, because you may risk the chance of a stone falling out and that will devalue your piece of jewelry in a heartbeat. Anyways, after you check your pin and realize the stones are safe, I want you to then proceed to creating the solution I have previously stated. Then take a small brush (I would recommend a tooth brush or something similar). Then wash in between the cracks and crevices. If you want to get into the cracks even better I suggest a toothpick or pipe cleaner, but be careful not to chip any of the stones if you use a toothpick.
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