Vintage Inspired Brooches
1960s French Modernist Vintage Inspired Brooches
Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Vintage Inspired Brooches
20th Century French Vintage Inspired Brooches
1950s Unknown Victorian Vintage Inspired Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Onyx, Citrine, Garnet, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century American Modernist Vintage Inspired Brooches
Crystal, Gold Plate
20th Century North American Art Deco Vintage Inspired Brooches
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Austrian Artist Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s American Artisan Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gold
1960s Vintage Inspired Brooches
1940s American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal
20th Century French Vintage Inspired Brooches
1980s Vintage Inspired Brooches
1990s French Art Deco Vintage Inspired Brooches
Silver Plate
1950s American Retro Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Vintage Inspired Brooches
1980s American Baroque Vintage Inspired Brooches
1950s American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1950s French Artist Vintage Inspired Brooches
Mixed Metal
1990s Vintage Inspired Brooches
Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone
1960s Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
1980s French Vintage Inspired Brooches
20th Century Unknown Artist Vintage Inspired Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Whit...
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gold, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Inspired Brooches
Bronze
1950s Vintage Inspired Brooches
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century European Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gold Plate, Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Inspired Brooches
14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Sterling Silver
1940s American Retro Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gilt Metal
20th Century Dutch Artisan Vintage Inspired Brooches
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold...
1980s Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gold Plate
1960s American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
1960s Retro Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
1980s American Modern Vintage Inspired Brooches
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Inspired Brooches
18k Gold
1960s Vintage Inspired Brooches
20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Inspired Brooches
Turquoise, Silver
1950s French Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Vintage Inspired Brooches
20th Century American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
1970s American Modern Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Malachite, Yellow Gold
1940s American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Crystal, Pearl, Silver, Rhodium
1950s American Vintage Inspired Brooches
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1960s Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Inspired Brooches
Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
1970s American Modern Vintage Inspired Brooches
Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass
1940s American Victorian Vintage Inspired Brooches
Crystal, Diamond, Rhodium, Silver
1970s American Retro Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Inspired Brooches
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Vintage Inspired Brooches
Sterling Silver
1960s French Vintage Inspired Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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Vintage Inspired Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- 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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