Archive for October, 2009

⇒ 1930s/1940s WWII Era Vintage Yellow Floral Straw Tilt Topper Hat

[Read More] [svgallery name="Yellow tilt"] This charming straw hat of the late 1930s or early 1940s will undoubtedly win you the best hat prize at your next Kentucky Derby party. Tilt topper style hat of fine straw is accented with a yellow velvet band and half bow in back. The brim is sprinkled with yellow millinery [...]

⇒ Vintage WWII Navy Straw Tilt Topper Hat with Veil/Bow

[Read More] [svgallery name="Navy Straw Tilt Hat"] Charming World War Two era tilt topper hat fresh from my personal collection. Navy and white straw on a faille fabric lined base. Unique upside down bow front and center. The creativity of this hat extends into the pattern on the veil. A thick grosgrain ribbon with [...]

⇒ 1960s Topaz Colored Aurora Borealis Rhinestone Swirl Brooch by ART©

[Read More] [svgallery name="Topaz ART"] Fantastic three dimensional brooch has an unfoiled, tear drop, topaz colored stone front and center.  Graduated swirls of aurora borealis rhinestones and one of topaz colored rhinestones.  Navette cut rhinestones alternate shades of topaz.  Brushed gold toned metal. Measurements Brooch is 2 inches long and `1.75  inches at it’s widest point. Condition I dare say this pin [...]