Florenza was a high-end costume jewelry brand founded by Dan Kasoff in 1948 in New York. The company was known for its Victorian and Renaissance Revival designs, featuring intricate metalwork, antique-style finishes, and high-quality materials such as faux pearls, colorful rhinestones, and cabochons. Unlike many other costume jewelry brands, Florenza did not sell directly to the public but rather produced jewelry for Estee Lauder, Revlon, and other designers. The brand was active until 1981, when it closed after Dan Kasoff’s passing.
This stunning Florenza Renaissance Revival brooch and earrings set showcases the brand’s signature opulent, antique-inspired aesthetic. The design is highly detailed, featuring ornate metalwork, faux gemstones, and regal motifs that echo the grandeur of Renaissance jewelry. Antiqued gold-tone metal with intricate swirls and textured details, enhancing the old-world charm. Faux turquoise cabochons with a matrix effect to resemble real turquoise, paired with faux seed pearls and deep red Bohemian garnet-like rhinestones, creating a rich, regal contrast. The brooch features a crown-like embellishment at the top, reinforcing its Renaissance influence.
Brooch is 2 7/8" top to bottom and 5/8" across the widest point)