Vintage Penguin Brooch
Vintage Designer Enamel Penguin Brooch Happy Holiday Pin
By Danecraft
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Wonderful! Penguin with Sassy Personality! Vintage Designer Signed Danecraft Enamel Penguin
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
Enamel
Rubelite Penguin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rubelite Bird Brooch
15 round diamonds .036 carat
Rubelite approx 16.23 carat
14 karat gold set
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1980s Unknown Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
Rubelite, Diamond, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Penguin Brooch Yellow Gold, Circa 1960
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A Tiffany & Co. ruby and diamond penguin brooch in yellow gold, circa 1960.
This charming vintage
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1960s American Retro Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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W 1.38 in L 1.97 in
Vintage Penguin Enamel Crystal Gilt Brooch Pin and Treasure Box
Located in Montreal, QC
Crystal Brooch Pin and Penguin Treasure Box. Penguin Brooch measures approx. 1.5" X 2" and Penguin
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
Crystal, Enamel
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Sterling Silver
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2010s French Artisan Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1960 Demi Parure Clip-on-Earrings Brooch 14 K Brushed Gold Citrines
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delightful set was created in 1960 ca. The clip-on earrings are designed as flowers set with seven round cut citrines with a deep oranger hue. The clips are executed in rose gol...
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1960s American Post-War Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Cartier, 18K Gold Panthere Pearl and Silverium Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
Cartier, 18ct yellow gold 5 strands Pearl and Emerald eyes bracelet Pearl, 3.6mm with Length: 7.5", signed Cartier Numbered 032046 marker's marks
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21st Century and Contemporary French Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1979 by Angela Cummings Knot Earrings 18kt Yellow Gold with Jasper
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Knots earrings designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
An elegant and playful free-forms shaped pair of earrings created in New York city by Angela Cummings for the Tiffany St...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carved Bone Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These antique carved bone drop earrings are a rare find— I've never seen a pair quite like these. What makes them special is the intricacy of the hand-carving on the elongated teardr...
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Early 19th Century European Early Victorian Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
Gold-filled
Art Deco Bakelite and Carved Bone Egyptian Revival Cigarette Holder with Case
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Bakelite and Carved Bone Cigarette Holder with Case. Bone carved cigarette holder with bakelite station in the Egyptian Revival style in its own black silk faille case lined...
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1930s German Vintage Penguin Brooch
Cartier Vendome Trinity
By Cartier
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Sleek.
GENDER: Unisex
MOVEMENT: Quartz
CASE MATERIAL: Yellow Gold
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DIAL COLOUR: White
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Penguin Brooch
Cartier Must Trinity Watch 2735
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier. Must. Trinity Collection. Gadrooned bezel round dial wrist watch. Signed dial. Delivered with two bracelet, one original and a brand new leather one. Original buckle.
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20th Century French Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
Vermeil
Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Auto Mark Coupe Watch (33mm x 39mm)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's Tiffany & Co. Mark Coupe wristwatch.
The stainless steel case measures 33mm by 39mm.
Automatic movement with date display, 21 jewels.
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Steel, Stainless Steel
Tiffany & Company Early 1900 Gold and Diamond double Butterfly Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 Tiffany & Company Double Butterfly Brooch, measuring 2 1/4 inches in length. Silver top and 14k Gold back, set with old Mine and Rose cut Diamonds totaling approximately ...
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
German powder pouch in carved bone representing bacchanals
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
German powder pouch in carved bone representing bacchanals
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1790s German Vintage Penguin Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Hummingbird Diamond Brooch Pin in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Hummingbird Diamond Pin Brooch
Style: Vintage Pin / Brooch
Metal: Platinum PT950
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1990s Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
Beautiful Van Cleef and Arpels tie pin with ten round cut diamonds and cabochon ruby.
Signed: VCA and numbered
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Early 19th Century French Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Riverdale, NY
Tiffany Arts and Crafts Era Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch circa 1910's by Louis Comfort Tiffany with Julia Munson in 18k gold. Large peacock Black Opal round measuring .75" x 5...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Ruby Enamel Gold Penguin Clip Brooch
Located in London, GB
The formally dressed penguin, with articulated head, decorated with black and turquoise enamel and
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1960s French Retro Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Ruby, 18k Gold
Dankner Yellow Gold and Gem Set Penguins Brooch
By Henry Dankner & Sons
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s 14K yellow Gold Penguins Brooch by Henry Dankner, measuring 1 inch in height X 3/4 inch
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1980s American Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Penguin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
& Co. Symbolizing a penguin like statue with an umbrella, this modern jewel bears witness of the
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1940s American Retro Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Garrard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Vintage Penguin Brooch
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Vintage Brooch by Garrard features Black Enamel and 36 round brilliant cut Diamonds of 0.50ct
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1990s British Vintage Penguin Brooch
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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond, Ruby and Mother-of-Pearl Penguin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A French Mid-20th Century 18 karat gold brooch with diamonds, ruby, black enamel and mother of
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1960s French Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1970s Black Jade Mother-of-Pearl 18 Karat Gold Penguin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an emperor penguin with carved black jade and mother-of-pearl body
Polished gold webbed
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1970s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1970s Black Jade Mother of Pearl 18 Karat Gold Penguin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an emperor penguin with carved black jade and mother-of-pearl body
Polished gold
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Penguin Brooch
Materials
18k Gold
Boucheron Penguin Enamel Pearl Diamond Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in New Orleans, LA
A large, lustrous white baroque mabe pearl serves as the belly of this charming penguin brooch by
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20th Century English Modern Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Alfred Philippe for Trifari Penguin Mini Brooches
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Alfred Philippe for Trifari crystal pave miniature pearl and jelly belly penguin brooches
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1940s American Retro Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Vintage Penguin Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Penguin pendant crafted in two-tone 14 karat yellow & white gold (circa 1960s to
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Retro Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emperor Penguin and Baby Chick Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an emperor penguin with chick
Each with a tiny round cut ruby eye
Brushed gold bodies
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Ruby, 18k Gold
Fred Paris Gold New Year's Eve Penguin Clip
By Fred Paris
Located in New York, NY
Our perky penguin is ready to go out on the town for New Year's Eve. This charming clip was made
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1930s French Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Judith Leiber Honey Amber Enamel on Gold Flower Brooch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully made honey gold amber color enamel petal flower brooch by famous fashion designer
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1990s American Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Gold Plate, Enamel
Judith Leiber Dark Plum Purple Enamel on Gold Flower Pin
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully made dark purple plum enamel on gold flower brooch by famous fashion designer Judith
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1990s American Vintage Penguin Brooch
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ERTE Convertible Necklace Pendant In 14Kt Gold Sterling With Emerald And Diamond
By Erté
Located in Miami, FL
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1970s English Modernist Vintage Penguin Brooch
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1950s Penguin Brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Penguin Brooch featuring marcasites a red rhinestone eye, a large jelly belly stone, and a
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1950s Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Marcasite
JUDITH LEIBER Swarovski Crystal Penguin Brooch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Wallkill, NY
Judith Leiber Crystal & Enamel Penguin Brooch
Brand New in original jewel case with original box
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Gilt Metal
Cellini 18KT Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond Penguin Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold penguin brooch has the cutest expression. His body is crafted in black
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Handcraft White Jade 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Penguin Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem.
Handcraft 18 karat yellow gold penguin brooch. Handmade by artisans
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1980s Italian Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Swarovski Bezel Crystal Penguin Brooch New, Never Worn 1980s
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Swarovski Vintage Penguin Brooch. Adorable He is wearing a TOP HAT! Great Sparkle! As with
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1980s American Vintage Penguin Brooch
Cellini NYC 18KT Yellow Gold Large Penguin Brooch with .76Ct. Diamonds & Emerald
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
A large 18 karat yellow gold penguin brooch. The penguin is beautifully crafted in a high polished
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Penguin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Penguin Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
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1980s Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Penguin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Penguin Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Penguin 18 karat yellow gold brooch. Handmade by artisans assembled with
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1980s Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Kenneth Jay Lane Large Whimsical Faux Pearl & Enamel "Penguin" Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane's wonderfully whimsical large penguin set in polished gilded gold vermeil
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1980s American Baroque Revival Vintage Penguin Brooch
Vintage Art Deco London 1933 H.G. Murphy Sterling Silver Penguin Brooch
By Henry George Murphy
Located in Glasgow, GB
Description: - A superb vintage George V sterling silver brooch in the form of a Penguin by H.G
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Tiffany & Co. Penguin Sterling Whimsical Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Tiffany & Company Sterling Silver Whimsical Penguin Brooch. Measuring 1 1/2 inches in
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1990s American Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Vintage 1960's Penguin Brooch 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Cabochon Ruby Eye
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This lovely little penguin was made in Italy in 1960 ca out of 18 karat gold. It has a turquoise
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Alfred Philippe for Trifari Penguin Mini Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
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Signed Alessandria Sapphire Penguin Gold Brooch Pin Pendant Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Kenneth Jay Lane Whimsical "Penguin with Top Hat" Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
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1990s American Artisan Vintage Penguin Brooch
1960's Vintage Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Penguin Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
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Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and solid
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1960s Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Beautiful "Mother Penguin with Child" Black Enamel Brooch with Faux Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful "Mother Penguin with Child" brooch detailed with gilded gold vermeil hardware
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Penguin Brooch
Gold Penguin Pin c1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
Darn Cute, Circa: 1960s 18K Yellow Gold Penguin Pin, Set with Rubies and a Diamond Eye.
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1960s Unknown Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Penguin Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
From Tiffany & Co, this 18 karat polished yellow gold penguin pin features a diamond eye. The pin
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1980s Modern Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Herbert Rosenthal 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Penguin Pin
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Dallas, TX
From designer Herbert Rosenthal, this precocious 18 karat yellow gold penguin pin features a ruby
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1980s Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Moonstone Enamel Pair of Penguins Attributed to Fasano
By Fasano
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These delightful 18K Gold Moonstone penguins are attributed to Fasano, a fine jeweler in Italy and
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1990s Italian Modern Vintage Penguin Brooch
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White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
Vintage Sapphire 18K Gold Engraved Penguin Pin BroochVintage Sapphire 18K Gold E
Located in Miami, FL
Uniquely Designed Sapphire 18K Gold Engraved Penguin Pin Brooch.
Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold
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1970s American Retro Vintage Penguin Brooch
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Sapphire, 18k Gold
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Enamel Penguin Necklace Brooch Modernist Midcentury Silver Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Penguin Necklace or Brooch with two Penguins in silver with gorgeous black
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Jean Vitau Yellow Gold Pearl Sapphire and Diamond Penguin Brooch Pin
By Jean Vitau
Located in Columbia, MO
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Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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Jean Vitau Gemstone Gold Penguin Brooch
By Jean Vitau
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Adorable 18K yellow gold penguin brooch created in 1992 by Jean Vitau. Featuring a 17mm round mabe
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Vintage Penguin Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage penguin brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage penguin brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a vintage penguin brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cellini, Kenneth Jay Lane and Alfred Philippe for Trifari are consistently popular. A vintage penguin brooch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 5, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also bead cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage penguin brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Penguin Brooch?
On average, a vintage penguin brooch at 1stDibs sells for $1,800, while they’re typically $450 on the low end and $9,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right brooches for You
Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones.
Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
Questions About Vintage Penguin Brooch
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To 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.
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