Nina Ricci Purple Rhinestone Brooch – Gold Plated Vintage Style Statement

This vintage Nina Ricci brooch carries a very defined presence.
Not delicate, not minimal — but composed, structured, and quietly bold.

The upper section is set with fine pavé rhinestones, creating a soft, even shimmer rather than sharp sparkle. At the center sits a deep purple glass stone, adding contrast and drawing the eye without feeling overly bright.

What grounds the piece is the metal.
The gold-plated base is smooth, curved, and substantial — not thin, not hollow. It gives the brooch real weight and allows the entire design to feel balanced rather than decorative.

It’s a piece that works with texture — wool, tweed, cashmere.
Placed on a clean surface, it doesn’t compete. It defines.

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