Alfred Philippe Crown Trifari Starburst Sunburst Brooch Goldtone Pin Vintage

Alfred Philippe Crown Trifari Starburst Brooch Goldtone The brooch in the image is a vintage piece known as a Crown Trifari "Starburst" or "Sunburst" pin, a design often attributed to Alfred Philippe, the company's head designer from 1930 to 1968. The brooch is made of a gold-toned metal, with a textured finish on the spiky rays and a large faux pearl at the center. This is a vintage, preowned and worn item. Please review photographs carefully. There may be small markings and such on the item due to handling and use. About the Designer and Brand - Alfred Philippe: A French designer who previously worked for high-end jewelry houses like Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels before joining Trifari in 1930. He is credited with bringing fine jewelry techniques, such as the invisible stone setting, to costume jewelry. Trifari: An American costume jewelry company founded in 1910 by Gustavo Trifari. The brand gained a reputation for high-quality, innovative designs, particularly during Philippe's tenure. The company developed its own non-tarnishing gold-tone alloy called "Trifanium" after World War II.