Vintage Signed Weiss Rhinestone Brooch

This is a vintage rhinestone brooch, is from the Weiss company, known for their high-quality costume jewelry. The brooch features a central round rhinestone surrounded by a cluster of various shapes, including navette and baguette-cut stones, which creates a layered, starburst or snowflake-like effect.  Key characteristics of this type of vintage jewelry include: Maker: Weiss was a prominent costume jewelry manufacturer from the 1940s to the 1970s. Their pieces are often signed, and the company is well-regarded for its use of high-quality Austrian crystal rhinestones. Design: The brooch's design, with a mix of different rhinestone cuts and a tiered or domed structure, is typical of mid-century pieces from the 1950s and 1960s. Condition: The value of vintage costume jewelry is significantly influenced by its condition. There are no missing, loose, or discolored stones, and the metal plating is intact.