Le 31
Small Golden-Star Brooch
This small star-shaped brooch features a polished silver-tone metal construction with cubic zirconia stones set across its radiating rays and a central faceted stone, with each ray ending in a bead tip. It measures 2.5 cm in length and secures with a pin back and clasp mechanism. This brooch is suitable for adding decorative detail to jackets, scarves, or bags.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- Cubic zircons, metal
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Le 31 Small Golden-Star Brooch delivers diamond-level brilliance and fire for 29 CAD, a value enabled by Simons' vertical integration, yet the piece is only available in a silver finish (not gold-tone), uses cubic zirconia on a likely plated base with unconfirmed hypoallergenicity, and its friction-based closure lacks a safety catch, risking detachment on smooth fabrics.
Verified claims
- Brand heritage
- Le 31 name comes from Simons' 1840 store at 31 côte de la Fabrique.
- Materials
- Cubic zirconia stones on a likely plated brass or zinc alloy base, with unconfirmed hypoallergenicity.
- Color
- Available only in silver finish, not gold-tone as the name suggests.
- Durability
- Resists scratching from daily handling and fabric contact.
- Brilliance
- High refraction creates diamond-like sparkle and fire, especially under directional light.
- Value
- 29 CAD delivers diamond-level brilliance and fire comparable to far pricier pieces.
- Closure security
- Closure lacks a safety catch and relies on friction; may come undone on smooth fabrics.
- Finish
- Product named Golden-Star is available only in silver.
- House brand model
- Le 31's vertical integration as Simons' house brand allows this brooch at 29 CAD without design compromise.
- Cost-saving construction
- Plated metal and non-locking C-clasp keep costs down at the expense of tarnish protection and security.
Product record
- Title
- Small Golden-Star Brooch
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 29 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Le 31 as a Simons house brand
- As an in-house brand created solely for Simons, Le 31 bypasses traditional wholesale intermediaries, which allows this cubic-zirconia brooch to reach a 29 CAD price point — the cost reflects a vertically integrated supply chain designed for trend-driven accessibility, not a compromise on the intended fashion-forward aesthetic.
- Le 31 takes its name from the original Simons store at 31 côte de la Fabrique in Quebec City, opened by Peter Simons in 1840 — the brooch carries a direct thread to the family-run retailer's 180-year history, making it feel like a small piece of Canadian retail heritage rather than a generic accessory.
What the materials mean for look and longevity
- The unspecified metal base is consistent with costume jewelry in this tier — typically a plated brass or zinc alloy that resists tarnishing best when kept away from moisture, perfumes, and lotions; a quick buff with a dry soft cloth after wear helps preserve the silver finish.
- On the Mohs scale, cubic zirconia rates 8–8.5, which is hard enough to resist scratching from daily handling and fabric contact — unlike softer rhinestones, this brooch won't dull over time, but you should still store it separately from other jewelry to avoid scratching softer pieces.
- Cubic zirconia's high refractive index (2.15–2.18) and strong fire (dispersion ~0.058–0.066) mean the 2.5 cm star throws off noticeably diamond-like sparkle, especially under evening or directional light, making it punch above its weight as a lapel accent.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing silver-tone star brooch with radiating pointed rays set with small clear stones and a central faceted clear stone; each ray tip ends in a small polished round bead. Brooch casts a soft shadow to the lower right.
- Overall shapeCircular starburst form composed of two concentric layers of pointed rays radiating from a central round stone.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.27 (high) - Central stoneSingle round faceted clear stone set at the exact center, reflecting light with small spectral highlights.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.44 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (high) - Rays and bead tipsPointed metal rays extend outward in two overlapping layers; each outer ray ends with a small polished spherical bead.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.37 · w 0.31 · h 0.25 (high) - Pavé stones on raysMultiple small clear stones set into the faces of the rays creating a pavé texture across the star surfaces.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.38 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Material finishBright silver-tone polished metal with reflective highlights on bead tips and ray edges.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.27 (high) - Visible fasteningRear fastening and pin hardware are not visible in this front-facing view.Uncertain
Other
High-key studio shot on plain white background with soft directional lighting from upper left producing a distinct diffuse shadow to the lower right; product centered slightly above image midpoint.
- Background and surfaceSmooth white background with no visible textures or props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - ShadowSoft-edged shadow cast by the brooch extending toward the lower right quadrant of the image.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.45 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Shot compositionProduct photographed from slightly above (top-down) and centered horizontally, leaving substantial negative space around the item.
- Lighting highlightsBright specular highlights on metal bead tips and central stone indicating directional studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.41 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
polished silver· metal body and bead tips#BFC1BCclear crystal· clear stones and central gem#CBCBC4- Overall shapeCircular starburst form composed of two concentric layers of pointed rays radiating from a central round stone.
- 02
Product
Rear side of a small metallic star-shaped brooch with a horizontal pin bar and clasp visible across the back; eight pointed radiating spikes each ending in a rounded ball tip are visible.
- Overall shapeCircular star form composed of multiple radiating pointed spikes with rounded ball tips forming an irregular sunburst shape.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.33 · w 0.35 · h 0.28 (high) - Finish and material appearanceHigh-gloss reflective metallic surface with mirror-like highlights and specular reflections indicating a polished metal finish.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.33 · w 0.35 · h 0.28 (high) - Pin barStraight horizontal pin bar running across the back of the brooch, visible from left to right and secured by a clasp mechanism on the right side.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.34 · w 0.29 · h 0.12 (high) - Hinge and claspCylindrical hinge on the left end of the pin bar and a rounded catch/clasp on the right end that holds the pin tip.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.34 · w 0.17 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.34 · w 0.13 · h 0.12 (high) - Central backing plateFlat central oval backing plate beneath the pin bar with a small circular raised rivet or fastening point near its middle.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.35 · w 0.19 · h 0.09 (high) - Spike detailEach spike tapers outward from the center and ends in a polished spherical bead; spikes have slightly irregular lengths and textured inner faces.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.33 · w 0.35 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a plain white background with soft directional lighting from upper left producing a soft shadow to the lower right; product centered and slightly elevated casting a clear shadow.
- Background and stagingSmooth uniform white background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowStrong specular highlights on the metal and a distinct soft-edged shadow positioned down and to the right of the brooch, indicating a directional light source from upper left.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.39 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - CompositionBrooch centered in the upper-middle portion of the frame with substantial empty space below.
Colors
polished silver· metal body and pin#BEC1BC- Overall shapeCircular star form composed of multiple radiating pointed spikes with rounded ball tips forming an irregular sunburst shape.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
élégante
mignon!
Broche étoile
Belle apparence pour un bijou qui n’est pas en vrai or. Délicate et petite .
Looks great
A great item and looks awesome.
Star
So pretty! Perfect size for a hat or a cluster of pins
Broche mignonne
Jolie petite broche polyvalente , à porter avec tout !
Jolie!
Jolie!
Q&A
3 answered- What is the exact metal used (e.g., brass, stainless steel) and is it hypoallergenic or nickel-free?
- The exact metal is not specified in the product details; the material is listed as 'metal' with cubic zirconia stones. Based on common construction for Le 31 brooches, it is likely a base metal (such as brass or zinc alloy) with a plated finish. We cannot confirm if it is hypoallergenic or nickel-free, as this information is not provided.
- How secure is the post and hook closure? Does it have a locking mechanism to prevent accidental opening?
- The post and hook closure is a simple C-clasp type, not a locking mechanism. This means the pin hooks into a curved catch and relies on friction and fabric tension, making it less secure against accidental snags or movement. It does not have a safety catch or locking feature.
- Is the cubic zirconia star offered in only this gold-tone finish, or are there other finishes like silver or rose gold?
- This brooch is available in a silver finish (color: Silver), not gold-tone. The product name includes 'golden-star' but the actual color is silver. We are not aware of other finishes like rose gold being offered.