I got this thing the other day, an Accessocraft NYC brooch. It looks pretty old, but I’m no expert. The first thing I did was take it to a jeweler, like those online articles suggest. I wanted to find out if this thing was even real, you know? Plus, I was curious about the metal and the overall value.
The jeweler took a good look and did some tests. I watched the whole process, pretty interesting stuff. He said the brooch was indeed vintage, likely from the 1940s. He pointed out the clasp and hinge, saying they were a style popular back then. The clasp wasn’t very mechanical-looking, which he said indicated its age, and the pin was kinda thick, another sign it was an older piece.
I also did some digging online. There were a few places selling similar Accessocraft NYC brooches. Prices were all over the place, some going for 70% off! I checked out a couple of sites, one called Poshmark and another one, can’t recall the name, where you can buy all sorts of unique stuff. It gave me a better idea of the price range.
Some Details I Noticed
- Design: It’s got this Maltese cross thing going on, pretty detailed and textured.
- Color: Mine is bi-color, with some beaded stuff and an antiqued gold-tone frame. Pretty fancy.
I’m thinking of wearing it, but I’ve gotta find the right outfit. I read somewhere that brooches look best when they contrast with what you’re wearing. So maybe a bright top with this dark-colored brooch? I also gotta make sure the fabric can handle the weight of it. It’s not super heavy, but it’s not flimsy either.
Overall, it was a fun little adventure figuring out more about this Accessocraft NYC brooch. I learned a bit about vintage jewelry, got to see a jeweler do his thing, and even did some online window shopping. Now, to find the perfect outfit to show off this cool find!
