Sapphire Lava Rock & Amethyst 1950s Brooch by Elsa Schiaparelli

Sometimes I think a brooch should come with an instruction sheet on the proper position to wear the piece, and this is one of those times. So I’m showing this exquisite 1950s Elsa Schiaparelli creation three different ways, hoping that at least one of them will appeal to you. Or you may think of a better one! This incredible brooch has two large sapphire blue glass lava rocks in dog-tooth prongs embellished with sapphire and pale amethyst round and navette glass stones. The lava rocks have an incredible iridescence, and the color combination is delicious. The setting is silver-tone metal with a roll-over safety clasp. This gorgeous piece is Schiaparelli at her best!