Rhinestone Snake Brooch
This large vintage snake-shaped brooch in silver-tone metal and rhinestones features:
- Size: 12 cm x 4.5 cm
- Weight: 47 g
- Condition: Good
- Unsigned
Description
Condition Guide
Transparency is our priority. Every vintage piece is carefully inspected to ensure a faithful description of its history. Here is our guide to grading our pre-loved jewelry:
- Mint Condition (Excellent): A rare find, practically like new. The gold plating is flawless and crystals are intact. Perfect for discerning collectors or as an exceptional gift.
- Very Good Condition: Worn with love and care. It may show microscopic scratches (invisible to the naked eye) or a very light natural patina—a sign of authenticity that does not diminish its brilliance.
- Good Condition: A piece with a story to tell. Visible signs of age (such as slight fading of the plating on contact points or small marks) are present but add to the unique charm of vintage jewelry.
- Fair Condition: A well-loved treasure. Wear is more pronounced, or minor restoration may be required. A great opportunity to acquire a designer piece at a gentle price.
Materials & Care
Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
Orders are prepared and dispatched within 24 to 72 business hours. This timeframe may be extended during periods of high demand, such as the holiday season, trade shows, or inventory counts.
- Pre-orders: Shipping for pre-order items begins on the date specified on the product page. If your order includes two pre-order items, the package will be shipped once the order is complete, based on the later available date.
- Carriers: Delivery in Metropolitan France is handled by Colissimo 13H (24 hours after dispatch, Monday to Friday) and standard Colissimo (2-3 days). International delivery takes approximately 5-6 days.
- Free Shipping: Delivery in Metropolitan France is free via Colissimo for orders of €250 or more.
Returns
You have 14 days from the date of receipt to return an item that does not meet your expectations.
- For deliveries within Metropolitan France: You can access a downloadable prepaid return label directly from your customer account. A fixed processing fee of €5 will be deducted from your refund.
- For deliveries outside Metropolitan France: Return shipping costs are at the customer's expense.
Any questions?
Please feel free to check our FAQ section. You can also contact us via email at contact@francoisemontague.com or by phone at +33 1 42 60 80 16, Monday to Friday, from 10 am to 6 pm.
Why offer vintage pieces when we create our own jewelry?
At Françoise Montague, jewelry is a matter of the heart.
When Marion Stern took over Françoise Montague’s workshop in 1978, she dedicated 47 years to creating exceptional jewelry. But at the same time, she never stopped being a collector. Passionate about jewelry in all its forms, she hunted for vintage pieces—not out of commercial necessity, but out of love for fine craftsmanship.
In 1998, the opening of the boutique made it possible to share these discoveries with you. A carefully curated selection, where each piece—signed or not—was chosen for its character, history, and timelessness.
Today, that spirit remains unchanged. We continue to design Montague jewelry with the same artisanal expertise while also offering vintage treasures, handpicked with care. Two worlds that complement each other, driven by the same passion.
Is this a gift? Let us know!
We pack every piece with care in beautifully prepared boxes, ready to be placed directly into the hands of your loved ones.
Because a gift is also about the emotion: the anticipation, the discovery, and the love. With us, every package is a gesture of care, a promise of joy.