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How can you tell if a brooch is vintage?
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To tell if a brooch is vintage, take a look at its fastener. Pieces made during the first half of the 20th century often had a long thin fastener that you push to open or close. This style of hardware is commonly known as a trombone clasp. Locking safety clasps emerged during the 1930s, and jewelers used them throughout the rest of the 20th century. You can also check brooches for a date stamp or research the maker's mark to determine who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the age. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or professional jeweler examine the piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of brooches from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
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Shop for Vintage Flower Brooches on 1stDibs
18 Karat Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby & Diamond Vintage Flower Brooch
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Code: COM2123
Description: 18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby & Diamond Vintage Flower Brooch
Accompanied
Category
Antique 1830s British Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Flowers Brooch, 22k Yellow Gold, 2 Carat Natural Ruby Estate Ruby Brooch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Flowers Brooch- 22K Yellow gold, 2CT Natural Ruby, Vintage Brooch, Estate Brooch, Vintage
Category
20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Flowers Brooch, 22k Yellow Gold, 2 Carat Natural Ruby Estate Ruby Brooch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Flowers Brooch- 22K Yellow gold, 2CT Natural Ruby, Vintage Brooch, Estate Brooch, Vintage
Category
20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold
MONET - Vintage Flower Brooch with Pearls & Rhinestones - Signed - Circa 1960's
By Monet
Located in Chatham, CA
MONET - Vintage gold tone flower brooch - set with faux pearls and rhinestones - signed on the back
Category
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl
24.00cttw Carat Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a Diamond Vintage Brooch, meticulously crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold and adorned
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Blue Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Flower Brooch Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Enchanting vintage brooch featuring a blue flower with blue and green enamel handmade in 18 karat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold