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rare vintage hattie carnegie brooch reimagined as a dramatic pendant, with new elements thoughtfully added to enhance its original artistry. its original glowing faux pearl remains the centerpiece, now elevated with vintage 1950s brass bead caps that bring sculpted, old-world texture, along with a warm amber czech glass bead that adds a deep honeyed glow. the brooch itself is an intricate tapestry of copper, amber, and aurora borealis glass beads—each bead hand-wired in classic hattie carnegie fashion—catching light in shifting tones from fiery gold to soft iridescence. this richly dimensional cluster design forms a bold 2” x 3.5” pendant, brimming with mid-century character.

the enhanced brooch pendant suspends from a vintage big beaux patinaed brass chain—heavy, tactile, and beautifully aged, with natural verdigris notes and warm bronze undertones that echo the brooch’s copper accents. its scale adds presence while allowing the pendant to remain the focal point. finished with a 12k antiqued gold plated pewter toggle clasp, lead and cadmium free, completing the necklace with a cohesive, antique-inspired finish.

a brief hattie carnegie history: hattie carnegie, born henrietta kanengeiser, rose to prominence in the 1920s through the 1950s as one of america’s most influential fashion tastemakers. known for refined couture, impeccable styling, and beautifully constructed costume jewelry, her pieces often featured bold color, sculptural forms, and hand-wired details. mid-century carnegie jewelry—especially glass-laden brooches like this—remains highly collectible for its craftsmanship, elegance, and unmistakable glamour.

15” l