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Vintage 1966 OB CO Ostby Barton Gold Tone Florentine Finish Tulip Flower Brooch

Vintage 1966 OB CO Ostby Barton Gold Tone Florentine Finish Tulip Flower Brooch

Regular price $35.00 USD
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Bring a touch of mid-century elegance to your collection with this beautiful vintage floral brooch. Featured in, this piece showcases a stunning double-tulip design with a richly textured finish, making it a classic representation of 1960s seasonal jewelry.


Maker & History

This piece carries a fascinating pedigree. Marked with the famous OB CO maker's mark, it comes from the heritage of the Ostby & Barton Company—one of America's most historic jewelry manufacturers, famously co-founded by Engelhardt Ostby, who tragically perished on the Titanic in 1912.

Item Details
Design: Double tulip flower with detailed leaves and stems

Finish: Exquisite gold-tone Florentine texturing (fine brushed/etched lines) on the petals and foliage, catching the light beautifully

Accents: Two crisp, clear round rhinestone accents nestled at the base of each tulip bulb

Hallmarks:
Stamped OB CO inside a rectangular cartouche on the reverse
Stamped with the exact production year © 1966 on the reverse side of a leaf

Clasp: Traditional rollover safety pin stem in excellent working condition

Condition: Pre-Owned Good

Excellent vintage condition. The gold-tone finish is bright and even with minimal wear. Both rhinestones are present and bright. The pin mechanism operates smoothly and securely. Please review all high-magnification photos for an exact look at the condition and hallmarks.

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