Vintage 1944 Crown Trifari Alfred Philippe Sterling Silver Moonstone Crown Brooch Pin

Vintage Crown Trifari "King Crown" brooch, designed by Alfred Philippe, bearing Design Patent No. 137542. Originally patented in 1944 during WWII, this patriotic red, white, and blue design is a gem for any brooch collector. Why is it special? Starts with the two large oval faux moonstone glass cabochons that flank on each side. The center is a large sapphire blue cabochon topped with a ruby red cabochon, accented by smaller red and blue round stones. The has a row of clear rhinestones along the bottom arch and a band of channel-set blue baguette rhinestones. DETAILS Base Metal: Solid Sterling Silver. Marks: TRIFARI (with the classic crown symbol over the T), STERLING, DES. PAT. NO. 137542 Size: 1 7/8" x 1 7/8" CONDITION Metal: Very good vintage condition. The back has a natural aged patina. Light gold remnants in the recesses, perhaps this had an gold vermeil wash originally that has been polished down over the last 80 years. Stones: The faux moonstones and colored cabochons are intact and smooth. The clear rhinestones show some typical age-related yellowing/darkening/graying. Hardware: The pin and rollover safety clasp on the back are fully functional, straight, and secure. This is a vintage pin. Please look over the photos carefully and ask questions. We want you to love your crown.