Vintage Aurora Borealis Flower Pin

This gorgeous vintage pin features two shades of blue Aurora Borealis rhinestones (named after the famous Northern Lights) that make up its two flowers.  The Swarovski  Company perfected this style of radiant crystal rhinestone in 1955.  The stem, leaf and pin setting are all done in textured goldtone metal.  The leaf is actually detailed with green paint.  This pin is unmarked, but I believe it is from the late 1950s.  Any additional information from my readers would be greatly appreciated as this pin is very well-made and one of my favorite vintage rhinestone pieces.

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