This incredible vintage 1950s Swoboda gold plated semi precious half gem stones Clown brooch would make a wonderful addition to one's jewelry collection. Highly collectible! This hand crafted Swoboda Clown with balloons brooch is inlaid with semi precious half gem stones. Just lovely. Marked Swoboda Very good vintage condition! Measurement, see photo! Swoboda used several different marks on jewelry, both in block letters and italicized typefaces, some of which include a copyright symbol. When there was not enough room on smaller pieces for the entire name, the “SWO.INC.” mark was sometimes used.The charm and beauty of Swoboda jewelry has been enjoyed since the 50’s. Manufactured in the U.S.A., Swoboda utilized an array of semi-precious and precious gems, to create timeless pieces of collectible jewelry which have the appearance of fine jewelry, at costume jewelry prices. These treasures are all hand-set, intricately unique, and well-sought after by people with distinguishing taste around the world. The present auctions represent a portion of the unrivaled collection belonging to NATE WAXMAN. Mr. Waxman was the partner of Edward Swoboda, who passed in 2013, at age 95. In addition, Mr. Waxman was also the Chief Designer and the architect behind the success of the Swoboda brand. When you purchase a jewelry piece from Swoboda, you have made an investment in a product that’s timeless and can be enjoyed now, and passed on to future generations, without ever losing its beauty and value.