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Grosse

Large Vintage Gold Plated Rhinestone Brooch Dior Supplier

Large Vintage Gold Plated Rhinestone Brooch Dior Supplier

CHF 190.00
CHF 190.00
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Grosse de Pforzheim vintage 1970s brooch — gold-plated metal, emerald and ruby rhinestones, engraved signature, exclusive Christian Dior supplier. An archival brooch from the German house Grosse de Pforzheim — exclusive supplier to Christian Dior for 50 years. Gold-plated metal structure in a bundle of smooth stems that blossom like a stylized bouquet — a fascinating play of light. Four set rhinestones: two emerald green, two ruby red. Engraved signature "Grosse" on the back.

High-quality gold-plated metal • Set emerald and ruby rhinestones. Made in Pforzheim (Germany), the world capital of jewelry, in the workshops of the house renowned for its goldsmith's precision.

1970s. Excellent archival condition — impeccable gold plating, intact and sparkling rhinestones, functional clasp.

A miniature sculpture for connoisseurs — Grosse de Pforzheim, the golden age of European high fashion jewelry.

History

Paris, 1970s. In the plush salons of Avenue Montaigne, elegance was reinvented. It was in this context that the German house Grosse of Pforzheim reached the pinnacle of its fame: exclusive supplier to Christian Dior for 50 years, it crafted the most coveted haute couture adornments in Paris with unparalleled artisanal expertise. Founded in the world's jewelry capital—Pforzheim, Germany—the house of Grosse established itself as the absolute benchmark for European high fashion jewelry, combining goldsmith precision with creative audacity. Each piece, signed on the back, is a miniature sculpture designed to transcend decades. Today, Grosse jewelry from that era is highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs of vintage European fashion—witnesses to a golden age of luxury jewelry that is forever gone.

Period & Origin

1970s – Germany (Pforzheim, Grosse House) This brooch dates from the most prestigious period of the Grosse House, when it was the exclusive supplier of Christian Dior for its high fashion jewelry. The architectural style of the cluster of stems, the treatment of the gold plating, and the setting of the colored rhinestones are characteristic of Grosse's 1970s design — a decade marked by geometric audacity and controlled opulence. Made in Pforzheim, the historic world capital of jewelry and watchmaking, in the workshops of the Grosse House, renowned for their goldsmith's precision and the impeccable quality of their finishes.

Status

Excellent condition for a 1970s archive piece. No flaws to report—the gold plating is impeccable, with no chipping or tarnishing. The four rhinestones (emerald green and ruby red) are all intact and retain their original sparkle. The clasp on the back works perfectly. Very well-preserved piece, ready to wear.

Measurements

Length2 in cm
Width1 inch cm

Materials & care

Materials: Structure: high quality gold plated metal (brass or jewellery alloy) Stones: 2 emerald green rhinestones and 2 ruby red rhinestones, bezel set Clasp: period secure pin system on the back Care: Clean gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth — never rub Never use water, chemicals, or abrasive brushes, which could alter the gold plating or tarnish the rhinestones Store in a soft fabric pouch or jewellery box, away from humidity and direct light Avoid contact with perfumes, creams and cosmetic products

Delivery

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Terms of purchase

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