Panetta was known for producing high-end costume jewelry with fine-jewelry techniques, often marketing to buyers seeking luxury looks without precious materials. This piece exemplifies the brand’s move into the 1960s Brutalist trend, defined by raw textures, irregular surfaces, and sculptural forms. The rough gold finish and radiating design evoke sunbursts, atomic structure, and coral formations—aligning with both Modernist and Brutalist aesthetics. The rhinestones break up the intensity with controlled sparkle, balancing ornamentation with aggression. Pieces like this weren’t delicate—they were statements, made to pin onto structured wool, boucle jackets, or evening coats with purpose. Panetta’s mid-century output remains collectible for its precision, weight, and high-glam reinterpretation of contemporary art movements