Large (3.25") STARET brooch / pin - clear rhinestones & pot metal RARE ca 1940's

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This is an extremely rare and highly collectible large floral brooch / pin by STARET. The back is marked and this pin must be from 1940's. This brooch is in great vintage condition, with all the stones of different sizes and shapes intact. History: STAR AND STARET: 1925 - 1960Star and Staret jewelry was originally produced by the Star Novelty Company, Inc. of Chicago. The company began making costume jewelry, marked: "STAR" in 1925-1940. The company changed its name to Staret in the 1940s. Staret jewelry pieces are known for their exuberant design and exceptional use of enameling and high quality rhinestones. The style and sometimes excessively showy shapes of costume jewelry stamped Staret. Novelty jewelry was also designed and made by the company. Overall, the quality of Staret designs is good quality with good quality stones with some pieces being exceptional with better quality of workmanship and design. Mark: "STAR", "STARET". The company ceased operations in 1947. This is a must have piece for your vintage jewelry collection, or a great gift for someone in your life. Size: 3.25 x 2.0" Please view all of our photos as they are the main part of this listing!!! Check out my other items !Be sure to add me to your favorites list !Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites