vintage costume jewelry: brooches

"So there I am, lunching with the ladies (oy), when the photographer of the society section of The New York Times comes up to me with cunning in his eyes. Clearly he has spotted my new pin, which is enhancing an old black suit. He's ecstatic and his camera is poised. I smile coolly and coyly. Then I reveal the gift givers. He congratulates me for having such friends. I love my present and love you." - Barbara, New York, NY