Gerry's pink enamel feline brooch

This piece dates back to the 1960s to 1970s. This era saw a significant boom in whimsical, textured figural costume jewelry, especially animal-themed pins. Materials: A cast gold-tone alloy (typically a blend of zinc, aluminum, magnesium, and copper). Surface Coating: Cold-painted pink enamel detailing. Accents: Two foil-backed, round-cut red rhinestones serving as the eyes. The back of the brooch confirms it is an authentic, unsigned Gerry's design (catalog item M-3939). This specific design is widely attributed to Gerry's Costume Jewelry (officially known as Gerry’s Creations Inc.). Founded by Geraldine Giles in the early 1950s, the company was famous for affordable, beautifully styled mid-century seasonal and figural brooches. Key Back Details Identified The Markings: This piece features a completely unmarked smooth section where a signature block usually sits. Gerry's frequently manufactured their designs both signed and unsigned depending on whether they were sold individually or bulk-packaged on retail gift cards. The Finish: It features a distinct textured, cross-hatched gold plating typical of 1960s-1970s costume jewelry. The Clasp: It utilizes a standard safety pin rollover/c-clasp mechanism attached directly to a raised bar on the casting. 081026