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Striking vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Maltese cross brooch featuring elaborate openwork filigree, twisted rope detailing, and sparkling clear rhinestones throughout. This dramatic statement piece has strong Byzantine and heraldic influences with dimensional gold-tone metalwork and ornate texturing that gives it an elevated couture look. The center dome is pavé-set with clear rhinestones surrounded by scrolling filigree accents and additional stones decorating each arm of the cross. The pierced openwork construction gives the brooch incredible depth and lightness despite its bold size. Signed KJL on the reverse for Kenneth Jay Lane, one of the most iconic costume jewelry designers known for luxury statement jewelry worn by celebrities, royalty, and fashion editors. This piece has the dramatic runway aesthetic collectors love from KJL designs of the 1970s–1980s. Perfect for collectors of designer costume jewelry, Maltese cross jewelry, Byzantine revival styles, and couture statement brooc