Vintage Mid-Century White Lava Glass & Milk Glass Marquise Brooch – Domed Layered Design with Aurora Borealis Center Stone – Gold Tone

A beautifully constructed vintage brooch featuring a dramatic domed silhouette and a layered marquise design in crisp white glass and textured “lava” art glass. The elongated form showcases alternating opaque white milk glass navettes and raised frosted “lava” marquise stones, all set in rich gold-tone prongs and centered by a brilliant faceted aurora borealis round crystal. The construction is weighty, well-balanced, and elevated far beyond standard costume work of the era.

The dimensional build creates a sculptural presence when worn on a lapel, coat, scarf, or evening dress. No gold wear, no stone replacements, no discoloration — a beautifully preserved example of mid-century glasswork with couture-level presence.

• Era: Mid-Century, c. 1950s–1960s

• Materials: White milk glass navettes, white textured “lava” art glass stones, aurora borealis faceted center crystal, gold-tone metal

• Stone Sizes:

   

  • Marquise stones: approx. 14.28 mm × 7.18 mm each

  • Center stone: approx. 8.20 mm diameter (prong-set)

   

• Dimensions: Approx. 3 inches long × 1 inch wide

• Profile: Domed height approx. 0.78 inches (nearly 1 inch tall)

• Hardware: Secure rollover safety clasp

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no gold wear, no glass chips, no discoloration

Collector's Note

White “lava” glass stones are highly collectible and were produced in limited runs during the 1950s–60s by select costume houses. The combination of lava glass + milk glass + AB crystal in a layered domed build is especially desirable, making this piece ideal for collectors of mid-century brooches, bridal stylists, and vintage runway accessorizing.