1940s Mother-of-Pearl Swallow Brooch with Rhinestone Accents

This lovely vintage brooch features a graceful swallow in flight, crafted from a layer of luminous mother-of-pearl over translucent celluloid. The bird’s body is accented with a red rhinestone eye and a line of clear rhinestones that sparkle softly against the pearly surface. It fastens securely with a brass C-clasp typical of 1940s construction.

The swallow, a favorite motif of the wartime era, symbolized safe return, love, and loyalty — sentiments that made these pieces meaningful gifts between sweethearts during WWII.

Details
• Size: 1.4″ x 2″
• Material: Mother-of-pearl over celluloid (laminated plastic)
• Features: Red rhinestone eye, four clear rhinestone accents
• Closure: Brass pin with simple C-clasp
• Condition: Good vintage condition with some surface wear and mild age-related discoloration; pin mechanism secure
• Circa: 1940s


Why you’ll love it:
It’s a lightweight piece of mid-century nostalgia — shimmering with iridescent warmth and rich with history.