Simons
Shimmery Monkey With Pearl Brooch
This decorative brooch is shaped like a seated monkey, crafted from enamelled metal and covered with small dark faceted faux stones, with a round faux pearl held in its front paws and a green stone eye. It closes with a post-and-hook mechanism and measures 2 inches (5 cm) in height and 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) in length. The materials are metal, faux pearl, and fake stones.
- Material
- Enamelled metal, faux stones, faux pearl
- Gender
- female
- Style
- glam, vintage, playful
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Brooches & Lapel Pins
Specifications
A shimmery brooch featuring a monkey design adorned with faux stones and a pearl, with enamelled metal construction.
Faux stones, pearl accent, enamelled metal, post and hook closure.
- Material
- Enamelled metal, faux stones, faux pearl
- Secondary
- plastic
- Style
- glam, vintage, playful
- Occasion
- party
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Brooches & Lapel Pins
Additional Attributes
- faux stones
- pearl accent
- enamelled metal
- post and hook closure
- shimmery finish
- monkey design
- brooch pin
Product Insights
The Shimmery Monkey With Pearl Brooch from Simons, at $39 CAD, symbolizes intelligence, agility, and good fortune, serving as a zodiac talisman. Its 2.5-inch size is bold yet compact, fitting delicate silk and heavy coats, and can be worn on cuffs, coin pockets, or for waist gathering. Metal, faux pearl, and fake stones resist perfume and sweat, maintaining a smooth finish with daily wear, though the post and hook closure may be less secure on heavy fabrics. Avoid temperature extremes, chemicals, and impacts to protect the enamel, but overall it bridges craft-material pins and antique fine jewelry in both material and price.
Verified claims
- Symbolism
- Symbolizes intelligence, agility, and good fortune; may be worn as a zodiac talisman.
- Fabric compatibility
- At 2″ × 2.5″, this brooch fits delicate silk and lightweight knitwear, anchors heavy winter coats, and reads clearly on larger bags.
- Placement versatility
- Wearable on cuffs, coin pocket, or for waist gathering; tiny shifts transform style.
- Material quality
- Metal, faux pearl, and fake stones resist perfume and sweat for evening.
- Size
- At 2.5 inches across, it's bolder than fine‑jewelry miniatures and compact for off‑lapel placements.
- Value proposition
- $39 CAD bridges craft‑material pins and antique fine jewelry in material and price.
- Closure
- The brooch uses a post and hook closure rather than a standard safety pin clasp or locking mechanism.
- Care
- Avoid temperature extremes, chemicals, and impacts to protect enamel.
- Durability
- Faux pearl resists perfume and sweat, maintains a smooth finish with daily wear.
- Style
- The enamelled metal, faux stones, and pearl construction give the brooch a sturdier, more jewellery-like feel that suits evening and party styling.
- Cleaning and storage
- To protect the enamel, clean with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap, store the brooch in its own soft pouch or compartment, and avoid ultrasonic cleaners or abrasive cloths.
- Comparative quality
- Unlike many novelty monkey brooches made from bamboo, acrylic, or cotton craft materials, this piece uses enamelled metal with faux stones and a pearl for a sturdier, more jewelry-like feel.
- Stone finish
- The dark faceted stones are faux stones from Simons' 'Shimmery' line, intended to flash under light rather than sit flat; the exact stone cut and how they read under typical indoor lighting are not specified.
- Weight and droop risk
- Simons does not publish a weight, but costume brooches of this 2.5-inch footprint typically run about 15–20 g, so it should not noticeably pull on a blouse or fine knit; pinning through a doubled layer or a lapel keeps it from tilting or sagging.
- Stone setting
- On enamel-and-metal brooches like this, faux stones and pearls are almost always glued into pre-formed cavities rather than prong-set, so they hold up to normal wear but are the parts most likely to loosen over time or dislodge if they catch on fabric.
- Enamel coating
- Enamelled metal costume pieces like this generally use a hard, resin or vitreous-style coating rather than soft paint, so the finish stands up to everyday wear but can chip on sharp knocks; no durability testing is published for this specific brooch.
- Finish sheen
- Enamelled metal costume pieces like this typically carry a smooth, glossy finish rather than a brushed or matte one, reading as a bright, crisp accent on wool and blending more evenly on silk; the exact sheen level is not specified.
Product record
- Title
- Shimmery Monkey With Pearl Brooch
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
Adding a playful monkey accent to outfits
Pin this shimmery, enamelled-metal monkey brooch to a jacket, coat, or hat when you want a fun decorative accent. It features faux stones and a faux pearl, secures with a post and hook closure, and measures about 2 inches tall by 2.5 inches long.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Shimmery Monkey With Pearl Brooch: Choose this if you want a playful statement brooch: a three-dimensional seated monkey in Slate Grey enamelled metal, densely covered in small dark faceted fake stones and holding a round cream-colored faux pearl, with a green stone eye and a tightly curled tail. It comes in ONE SIZE, measuring 2 inches (5 cm) high by 2.5 inches (6.5 cm) long, and fastens with a post and hook closure. Note that the pearl and stones are faux rather than genuine, per the listed composition of metal, faux pearl, and fake stones.[1,2] | Shimmery Fish Brooch: Choose this if you want a statement fish-shaped brooch with sparkling detail: it measures 3 inches (8 cm) tall by 2.25 inches (6 cm) wide, with an S-curved silhouette, layered scale pattern, split flowing tail, and green-stone fins set on enamelled metal with an antiqued silver-look finish. It is made with faux stones on a metal base rather than genuine gems, so it suits shoppers seeking decorative shine without fine jewelry materials, and it secures with a post and hook closure in a one-size blue colorway.[3,4] | Shimmery Parrot Brooch: Choose this if you want a statement parrot-shaped brooch in gold-tone metal with an antique-gold finish, set with small dark faceted faux rhinestones and a single red stone eye, accented by a black enamel body and an openwork tail. It measures about 3.75 inches (9.5 cm) tall and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide, fastens with a post and hook closure plus a rotating safety clasp, and comes in one size in the Assorted color variant. Note that the stones are faux rather than genuine, so it suits those comfortable with imitation embellishments.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A three-dimensional brooch in the shape of a seated monkey facing left, encrusted with many small dark faceted stones and holding a round cream-colored pearl in its outstretched front paws.
- Overall shapeSeated monkey figurine in profile facing left with a curled tail extending to the right and front limbs extended forward to hold a round object.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - Surface finishBody surface densely covered with many small reflective dark faceted stones creating a textured sparkly appearance.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.43 · h 0.30 (high) - Pearl held in pawsSingle round cream-colored faux pearl held between the monkey's forward paws, smooth glossy finish and larger in scale relative to the stones.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Eye gemSmall green faceted stone used for the monkey's eye set into the head above the muzzle.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.42 · w 0.03 · h 0.04 (medium) - Tail detailTail forms a tight curl at the end and is covered with the same dark faceted stones as the body.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.47 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Metal accentsThin visible metal edges and claw tips with a slightly lighter reflective metal finish around some limb and face contours.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a smooth light neutral background with soft shadow to the lower right; centered composition with even diffuse lighting highlighting reflective details.
- Background and stagingSmooth off-white to very light gray seamless background filling the frame with no props.
- ShadowSoft diffuse cast shadow extending to the lower right of the brooch indicating a light source from upper left.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Shot compositionProduct centered slightly below vertical midline with generous empty space above.
- Image qualitySharp focus on brooch with visible reflections on stones and pearl; minimal image noise.
Colors
gunmetal black· body stones and metal base#333433cream pearl· pearl#EEEEEDemerald green· eye gem- Overall shapeSeated monkey figurine in profile facing left with a curled tail extending to the right and front limbs extended forward to hold a round object.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a small metallic monkey brooch showing the brooch back, horizontal safety-pin bar and a held round pearl on the right paw.
- Overall shapeThree-dimensional monkey-shaped brooch lying on its side with curled tail to the left, body in the center, limbs to the right holding a round pearl.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.35 · w 0.70 · h 0.45 (high) - Metal finishDark shiny metallic finish with slightly textured dotted detailing on the tail and lower body, producing highlights and deep reflections.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.35 · w 0.70 · h 0.45 (high) - Safety-pin barStraight thin metal pin bar running horizontally across the back of the brooch, anchored at a hinge on the left and a rotating clasp on the right.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.42 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Clasp detailRounded rotating clasp mechanism visible near the right center where the pin rests; clasp appears integral to the brooch back.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.40 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (medium) - Pearl held in pawSingle smooth round off-white pearl held between the monkey's right front limbs, contrasting with the dark metal.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.50 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high) - Tail curlTail curls into a near-circular spiral at the leftmost visible area with textured surface.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a smooth white background with soft shadow beneath and to the lower right; even diffuse lighting highlights metal reflections.
- Background and surfacePlain matte white background and surface with a soft shadow cast to the lower right of the brooch.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsDiffuse studio lighting producing specular highlights on the metal and a soft edged shadow offset downward and right.
- Shot compositionBrooch centered horizontally and placed in lower-middle of frame with ample negative space above; image is sharply focused on the brooch.
Colors
dark gunmetal· metal body#2C2C2Bwarm off-white· pear1#C2C2BB- Overall shapeThree-dimensional monkey-shaped brooch lying on its side with curled tail to the left, body in the center, limbs to the right holding a round pearl.