How do you grade vintage condition?

We use a standard condition scale: Fair, Good, Very Good, and Mint. Most pieces fall in the Very Good range, showing only minor wear from age and careful use. Each product description includes detailed notes.

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Orders ship within five business days. International buyers are responsible for duties and taxes. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery—please notify us within 10 days of receipt. Buyer pays return shipping unless the item arrives damaged. Full details are on our Shipping & Returns page.

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Vintage Milk Glass Flower Brooch | Rose Gold-Tone Ribbon

Vintage milk glass flower brooch with a surprisingly important piece of jewelry history.

Milk Glass Brooch Details

A petite vintage flower brooch with luminous white milk glass petals set in warm rose gold-tone metal. Three marquise-shaped petals form the blossom, while sculpted leaves and looping ribbon-like stems give the pin a graceful, dimensional shape.

The reverse is marked PAT. 2066969, referring to F. E. Farnham’s patented rollover safety clasp. Introduced in the 1930s, this locking mechanism was an important advance in brooch construction because it helped keep the pin stem securely closed. The patent identifies the clasp hardware rather than the brooch’s maker, and this piece is otherwise unsigned.

Vintage milk glass flower brooch.
White marquise-shaped glass petals.
Rose gold-tone metal setting.
Sculpted leaves and looping ribbon design.
Rollover safety clasp PAT. 2066969.
Very good vintage condition with light age-related wear.

Why We Love It:

The white milk glass and rosy metal make a particularly pretty combination, while the patented rollover clasp adds an unexpected piece of jewelry-making history.

VINTAGE CONDITION

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HOW TO CARE FOR VINTAGE JEWELRY

How to Care for Vintage Jewelry

Always handle vintage jewelry gently and store it carefully between wearings. Keep each piece in a soft pouch or lined box to prevent scratches, tangling, or metal abrasion. Avoid contact with water, perfume, hairspray, and household cleaners, which can dull finishes or weaken settings. To clean, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe away oils and dust.

For metals and stones, use a mild, non-abrasive jewelry cleaner suited to the materials. Never submerge rhinestone or glued pieces in water or use ultrasonic cleaners, as moisture can damage the foil backing or loosen stones. With proper care, your vintage jewelry will retain its beauty and character for years to come.

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SHIPPING & RETURNS

We ship items within five business days. Occasionally, there might be shipping delays. If this occurs, we will promptly notify you.

Clothing and accessories ship via USPS Priority Mail, UPS, or FedEx, selecting the best option based on price and insurance. Jewelry ships either First Class or Priority. For overseas orders, we use International First Class. Please refer to our Shipping Information for detailed rates.

International buyers are responsible for all customs duties. PLEASE NOTE: Starting July 1, 2021, EU members will incur VAT taxes based on the specific country’s tax rates during importation.

We know you may be wary about buying vintage items. If so, we do offer returns. If you receive vintage pieces and are dissatisfied or if the item doesn’t fit, please inform Madge of your return request within 10 days of receiving the merchandise. You must return the items within 30 days after notifying us.

You can find our complete Return Policy here. If you have further questions after reading, please call or text (404) 850-1757.