This exquisite 1950s French pure-silver paste brooch is a miniature constellation—crafted in an era when Parisian jewellers poured devotion into every millimetre. Formed in concentric starburst circles, each stone is hand-set into oxidised silver, creating a breath-taking play of light reminiscent of antique chandelier crystals or moonlit Parisian soirées.
 
The brilliance is soft yet commanding—exactly the kind of luminance mid-century couture maisons were known for. The brooch feels alive, almost breathing with the quiet glamour of a world where elegance was slower, deeper, and infinitely more intentional.
 
What makes this piece extraordinary is not only its craftsmanship, but its versatility. Designed with a strong pin mechanism and circular silhouette, it transforms effortlessly between:
Brooch (as shown)
Pendant on a chain (as shown)
Hair ornament
Scarf pin
Sleeve brooch for couture styling
A single piece.
Five identities.
Infinite elegance.
 
This is the kind of jewel Parisian women once attached to their silk collars, velvet evening cloaks, or the centre of their coiffed chignons—a symbol of refinement worn close to the heart.
To own it today is to own a fragment of that unspoken sophistication.
 
Why Collectors Desire This Piece
French 1950s craftsmanship, highly sought-after and increasingly rare.
Pure silver construction, giving it lasting heirloom value.
Hand-set paste crystals, glowing with antique brilliance.
Multifunctional design, allowing couture-level styling.
A perfect 3.5 cm size, making it striking yet elegantly wearable.
This brooch isn’t a purchase—it is a legacy.
 
Styling Notes
A jewel this versatile deserves to be played with:
As a brooch:
Pin on a black or ivory blazer lapel for French old-money elegance.
Place at the centre of a draped evening gown for red-carpet drama.
As a pendant:
Wear on a fine silver chain for a soft, celestial glow against the skin.
In the hair:
Slide into a low bun or side-swept hairstyle for bridal or soirée styling.
On a scarf:
Pin onto a cashmere shawl or silk scarf for vintage Parisian refinement.
On shirt sleeves:
Clip near the cuff of a crisp white shirt for avant-garde sophistication.
Wherever it goes, it brings a quiet magic—like wearing a piece of Paris under your fingertips.
 
For the LV Collector
If you have ever dreamt of a jewel that feels couture, romantic, and heirloom-worthy all at once—this is your moment.
A star from 1950s Paris.
A story preserved in silver.
A keepsake for the woman who collects beauty not as possession, but as identity.
 
 
- c.1950s;
- Silver and Paste
- In excellent condition. No defect or damage or damage. Please see close up video for quality assurance.
- Measures: 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm
- Sourced from London, England.