Vintage Goldstone brooch / starburst pin / Vitality and Energy / womens mens lapel pin / snowflake brooch

Goldstone has been around for centuries and was presumed discovered by accident in the 17th century Venice by the Miotti family. Old World folklore attributes the discovery of Goldstone from an old monastery where monks were trying to make gold out of other materials, specifically alchemy. Molten copper was tipped by accident into a crucible of molten glass and crystallized out in tiny bright triangular crystals and forming a melt from which objects with golden light could be formed. It has an alternate or folklore name of ‘Monk’s Gold’ or ‘Monkstone’ from this discover before it was named Goldstone due to the starry internal reflections of the stone. Though Goldstone doesn’t have any associated birthstone or anniversary, it does however have some associated properties. Goldstone is associated with vitality, energy and the uplifting of a persons spirits. It is known to help to reduce tension and believed to be helpful in securing love, protection, riches and inspired diplomacy. It is found in the United States, India and Russia. Has a symbolic meaning for Ambition and Drive. Blue Goldstone is a stone for wisdom and science Red/Brownish Goldstone is a stone for physical stimulation and is associated with vitality and energy. Blue Goldstone is associated with learning and communication. This came about when the early monks working at a glass factory near Venice, Italy were practicing alchemy when molten copper accidentally tipped into a molten glass container. This crystallized into thousands of tiny crystals and formed a melt with golden light sparkles. This is how the first goldstone came about. Though it is not technically a gemstone, it is often referred to as one. Sometimes a personal well thought out gift shows you took the time to care about that special person in your life. Our items are classic, sometimes unusual and vintage and sometimes a little bizarre. Whether it is a memory from their past or something that reminds you of how special they are, purchasing from us is a unique idea that you can’t get from a store every day. Just say the word and we will wrap it and put a beautiful bow on it for you at no extra charge . ✽ All you have to do it watch them smile and enjoy their special gift ♪♪F And while you are getting ideas for someone else, take a peek at some of our OTHER items. We have neat old collectibles and ODDITIES and some are REALLY one of a kind BIZARRE! https://www.etsy.com/shop/NeatstuffAntiques?section_id=11469030&ref=shopsection_leftnav_4 Do we have personalized items? Sure!< https://www.etsy.com/shop/NeatstuffAntiques?section_id=11601160&ref=shopsection_leftnav_7) Did you think we forgot the ladies? � https://www.etsy.com/shop/NeatstuffAntiques?section_id=11875005&ref=shopsection_leftnav_8 We have mens accessories including cufflinks here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NeatstuffAntiques?section_id=11469022&ref=shopsection_leftnav_2 Return to our home page here ∆ https://www.etsy.com/shop/NeatstuffAntiques _______________________________________ PRODUCT DETAILS…………………………………. ♥ Maker: unknown ● Material: gold plate ∆ Size: see photo 2" ♦ Condition: >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Because these are vintage estate pieces and are vintage and possibly pre-worn so they are not considered new from the factory….. Please see photos for any wear or light surface scratches that come with age.☺………………. Sold as is and priced accordingly.. All cufflinks ( unless otherwise specified) are considered costume jewelry. We don’t polish these previously owned well loved pieces so we can keep the original patina. We try and photograph all of the pieces next to a ruler so you can see the actual size. All jewelry sold as found. We use the descriptions of any stones from the manufacturers titles when they were first produced. When we refer to the stones as moonstone or jade or garnet, for example, we are using how the original manufacturer of the pieces used them. We cannot guarantee the authenticity of a stone in a costume piece of jewelry. All pieces have been worn at least one time unless otherwise specified. Although the pieces we carry are unique and interesting they may have a little wear ( if any) but they sure have a lot of love that came with them when they were first purchased way back when. 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We ship priority mail ( so you will get is as quickly as possible) from FLORIDA IN THE USA to anywhere in the U.S. with insurance as a courtesy on orders over $20.00. If you wish to have another method of delivery (i.e. First Class International, overnight etc) PLEASE convo me before placing your order. …………WE NO LONGER SHIP TO MEXICO or ITALY………………………….. _____________________________________________ SAVE MONEY ***** My goal is to save both of us money on shipping. (Delays might occur because of bad weather and during holiday or peak times of shipping. Please plan accordingly with your orders. We cannot guarantee delivery dates, only give you the dates and times the post office gives us.) FEEL free to email us at anytime ✉ neatstuffantiques@gmail.com Return to our home page here ∆ https://www.etsy.com/shop/NeatstuffAntiques April4 2017