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Enamel and gold-tone metal pendant featuring a red rose design

Enamel and gold-tone metal pendant featuring a red rose design

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Selling Price

$8

History

This type of enameled pendant became popular in the mid-to-late 20th century as costume jewelry and charm accessories. The rose motif, often associated with June birth month symbolism or romantic themes, was commonly produced in Asia and distributed through jewelry wholesalers and craft suppliers. These pendants were typically made using cloisonné or painted enamel techniques on brass or base metal, then plated with gold tone for an attractive finish. Such pendants appeal to collectors of vintage costume jewelry, charm bracelet enthusiasts, and those interested in birth flower symbolism. The accessible price point and decorative appeal make these items popular among crafters who incorporate them into handmade jewelry designs, as well as collectors seeking nostalgic pieces from the 1970s through 1990s era of affordable fashion accessories.

Time period

Late 20th century