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Victorian Diamond Coral and Pearl Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pin and clip style security fastening.
This 1860s brooch is supplied with an independent diamond
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1860's 14K Gold Victorian Whitby Jet Brooch Bar Pin MCNY
Located in Wallkill, NY
A Victorian Jet mourning bar pin with 5 hanging jet balls hanging from a 14K gold bar. Acquired from the Museum of the City of New York. It measures 2.3" long. Balls measure 7.88mm d...
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Beautiful Early Victorian Floral Brooch, circa 1860s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An early Victorian flower broach, ca. 1860s, with big rosecut diamonds. The diamonds weigh circa 6
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 1.88ct Diamond Brooch, c.1860s
Located in London, GB
A marvellous period piece, this hand crafted brooch dates to the reign of Queen Victoria. At its
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
1860s Victorian Gold Drop Seed Pearl Bar Brooch or Pendent
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Victorian Gold Brooch or Pendent
Seed pearl detailing
Fan Design with dangle ball etched
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 10k Gold, Gold
Made in France Diamond and Ruby Detachable Brooch – Circa 1860’s
Located in Jacksonville, FL
and diamonds. It is made in France, circa 1860. The brooch features an elegant double-row crescent
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Victorian Yellow Gold Etruscan Revival Tooled Brooch with Locket, Circa 1860's
Located in Chatham, CA
hinge - tests between 20K and 22K gold - unsigned - circa 1860's.
Excellent antique condition - all
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.25 in W 1.5 in D 0.38 in
1860's Victorian Diamond Ruby Silver-Topped 14 Karat Gold Poodle Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a proudly trotting poodle
With a highly rendered muscular body and finely
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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian garnets and pearl brooch
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old brooch with garnets and pearls
Origin : United Kingdom
Year: mid 19th century
width 5cm x
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold
19th Century Victorian Cut Steel Extra Large Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Cut Steel Extra Large Butterfly Brooch c.1860s
Period: Victorian
Year: c.1850s-1880s
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Cut Steel
French 19th Century Rose Diamond Tremblant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
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French c.1860
Category
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Cut Steel Extra Large Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Cut Steel Extra Large Butterfly Brooch
Period: Victorian
Year: c.1850s
Material
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Cut Steel
Victorian era gold turquoise leaf flower brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale an exquisite Victorian era brooch featuring a large ivy leaf adorned with captivating
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
14 Karat Gold Victorian Hair Mourning Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Intricately woven Victorian hair Brooch circa 1860's set in 14K gold. Measuring 1.36 inches x 1.16
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Antique 1850s Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Karat Gold Micro Mosaic Floral Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful Micro-Mosaic Brooch and Pendant with a floral center. Does double duty, truly a
Category
Antique 1860s Italian Early Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold
Victorian 18K Enameled Portrait Pin Brooch Locket
Located in Big Bend, WI
. The piece measures 2 1/8" long. It weighs 12.0 dwt and dates from the 1860-1880's. Inventory#KZ1527
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Victorian silver and 9kt gold plated back, horse brooch with rose cut diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
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Made in England, Circa 1860's.
X - ray been tested positive for 9kt. gold and silver.
The dimensions
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Antique 1860s British Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold Plate, Silver
Micro Mosaic 15 Karat Gold Pendant Brooch King Charles Spaniel
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful Micro-Mosaic Brooch and Pendant, Depicting a King Charles Spaniel. Does double duty
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Antique 1860s Italian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.84 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Silver Gold Victorian Brooch Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
1860's Victorian diamond brooch pendant. One Old Mine cut center diamond set in a silver top and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Silver
Victorian Era 18k Gold Garnet Cabochon Grapes Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
brooch is among our favorite findings of the season!
This “delicious” brooch features a bunch of grapes
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Victorian Shield Dangle Brooch - 14k Floral Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1860s - 1880s
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Style: Dangle Brooch
Fastening
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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver-Topped Gold and Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary French silver-topped gold pendant brooch, from the era of Napoleon III, is
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Archaeological Revival Gold And Lava Cameo Brooch Late 19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
style brooch.
Size : 46mm x 28mm
Weight: 10,41gr.
Category
Antique 1860s Italian Brooches
Materials
Gold
Victorian 1860 Renaissance Revival 2.20 Carat Garnet Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade garnet brooch. One cushion cut deep red, almost brown 2.20cts garnet set in a 14k yellow
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bird Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds Set in Silver-Topped Gold
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Victorian bird brooch with rose cut diamonds, one split pearl and one round pearl.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Era Large 18k Gold Garnet Enamel Grapes Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
brooch is among our favorite findings of the season!
This “delicious” brooch features a bunch of grapes
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Era 18k Gold Natural Seed Pearls Angel Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
front of us a very refined French work Victorian era enameled brooch, featuring a loving winged angel
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian Era 18k Gold Cat-Eye Chrysoberyl Pearl Arrow Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a rare arrow brooch dated from the 19th century, the Victorian era. This brooch features a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Large Antique Victorian 18k Gold and Banded Agate Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian brooch.
In 18k gold.
With a large bezel-set oval banded agate specimen
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique 18k Gold LFG Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
offer or to receive.
But this is not the only reason why we love this magnificent diamond bow brooch
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Victorian Mourning Brooch -14k Mine Memento Mori Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1860s - 1870s
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural
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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian era 18K gold diamond pink sapphire pearl double fly brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
This very rare Victorian era fly brooch brings an exotic and vibrant mix of elements that combine
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
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W 0.87 in L 1.97 in
Victorian Micromosaic Daisy Brooch
Located in New York, NY
tesserai forming a charming daisy motif. Wonderful dimensional, quality mosiac work. 1860's Italy.
7/8
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Antique 1860s Italian Victorian Brooches
Materials
Vermeil
Yellow Gold Citrine Diamond Pearl Victorian Star Halo Brooch 14k Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1860s - 1870s (clasp & modification added circa 1900s - 1910s)
Metal Content
Category
Antique 1860s Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rose Petal Brooch
Located in New York, NY
petal as seen in the images, however, these are not very noticeable to the naked eye. 1860's UK.
1.5
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Antique 1860s British Brooches
Materials
Brass
Victorian 18K gold coral cameo brooch with ivy leaves and natural seed pearls
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a rare red coral cameo brooch mounted in 18K yellow gold, crafted during the Victorian era
Category
Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold
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W 1.07 in L 1.66 in
Victorian Micromosaic Villa Gregoriana and Temple of Vesta 9ct Gold Brooch
Located in Austin, TX
A stunningly detailed Victorian micromosaic brooch mounted in 9k rose gold, late 19th century
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Antique 1860s Italian Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Gold Etruscan Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
bead work ball.
1860's USA.
1.75" x 2.25" high.
Excellent condition.
Category
Antique 1860s American High Victorian Brooches
Materials
Agate, 14k Gold
Charming Victorian Jeweled Lizard Brooch
Located in New York, NY
detailed craftsmanship throughout. 2.25" x 1".
1860's UK. Excellent condition.
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Rhoda Wager Arts & Crafts Brooch
Located in London, GB
An impressive Arts & Crafts brooch by Rhoda Wager.
The fabulous precious opal is approximaety 60
Category
Vintage 1910s Australian Arts and Crafts Brooches
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
Antique 18k Gold MICRO MOSAIC St Luke The Bull, Taurus Victorian Brooch, Pin
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this exceptional Italian micromosaic brooch circa 1850's.
This
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches
Materials
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Massive Victorian Tortoiseshell Door Knocker Brooch
Located in New York, NY
hoops of hand carved tortoiseshell dangle from a central motif. 3.75" x 2.5". UK 1860's. Excellent
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Massive Victorian French Diamond Gold Serpent Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
caliber. Rose diamond eyes. 1860's France. Approx. 5".
Excellent condition.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Cairngorm Hair Rose Gold Mourning Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Antique Victorian c.1840-1860s Mourning brooch. The stone in closed back rose gold setting
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Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Brooches
Materials
Quartz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Renaissance in Western jewelry, insect brooches resurged in popularity from the 1860s with Europe's new
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
14K Gold Etruscan Revival Turquoise Cabochon, and Diamond Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
the 1860-80’s. In the early 1800’s there was a large excavation of Etruscan tombs outside of Rome
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.25 in W 1.25 in Dm 1.26 in L 1.25 in
Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
trimmed bonnet onto a folded seed pearl fan. 1860's USA. 2" x .5".
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Antique 1860s American High Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Crescent Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat gold
With maker's mark
Circa: 1860s
Measures: 1 1/2 x 1 3/8 inches
Total weight: 6.4 grams
Stock
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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jugendstil Brooch Gold Sapphire Attributed to Fritz Wolber, c. 1900
Located in London, GB
Jugendstil Brooch Attributed to Fritz Wolber, circa 1900
llustrated in our book:
Beatriz Chadour
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Early 2000s German Jugendstil Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Renaissance Portrait Cameo of Emperor Vespasian in a Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
revival during the nineteenth century. The brooch mount is in the Archeological Style of the 1860s to
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Antique 16th Century Italian Brooches
Materials
Agate, Gold
Antique Diamond Brooch Oak Leaf Gold Silver Old Mined Cut Diamond 1860
Located in Berlin, DE
A mid-Victorian diamond oak leaf brooch, circa 1860s. Set in yellow gold and silver, with a
Category
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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W 1.03 in L 1.78 in
Karl and Maria Berthold Symbolist Cornucopia Venus Shell Silver Brooch
Located in London, GB
An exceptional cameo brooch of Venus surrounded by the horn of plenty by the goldsmith Karl
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Vintage 1910s German Artist Brooches
Materials
Silver
Victorian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Belcher Set Antique Cross Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
: 1860s
Measures: 1 1/2 x 2 inches
Total weight: 14.3 grams
Stock Number: We-12532
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Silver 18 Karat Giardinetti Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Stamped with French hallmarks for 18 karat gold. Tested as silver. Circa: 1860's. Measures: 1 5/8 x 2 1/4
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Antique 1860s French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...
Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
signature design of Castellani®, using our tong prongs. In the circa 1860’s Castellani used this design for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Vict. Etruscan Revival Brooch Eternity Knot Amethyst Cabochon 14 Kt Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
etruscan revival taste of the 1860's.
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Antique 1860s English Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold
W 1.42 in D 0.95 in L 1.42 in
Oak Diamond Brooch Mid-Victorian Gold Silver Old Mined Cut Diamonds Gift Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
A mid-Victorian diamond oak leaf brooch, circa 1860s. Set in yellow gold and silver, length 45 mm
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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 3.75 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
beading at tips
Completed by hinged pinstem with locking closure
Tested as 18 karat gold
Circa: 1860s
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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman 1880 Etruscan Revival Mechanical Scarab Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Opals
Located in Miami, FL
the Suez Canal in the mid-1860’s and the Egyptian excavations of Auguste Mariette and the resultant
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Antique 1880s Italian Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.26 in D 0.47 in L 1.73 in
Antique Plisson & Hartz Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl Gold Brooch 'The Bond of Love'
Located in London, GB
'The Bond of Love' The workmanship of this Twin Fairy brooch is of the highest quality in the
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
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H 1.66 in W 1.89 in
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1860s Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1860s brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Silver and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for a 1860s brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1860s brooch over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Tiffany & Co. and Castellani are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any 1860s brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 150 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cabochon versions for sale. Finding a 1860s brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 282 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a 1860s Brooch?
On average, a 1860s brooch at 1stDibs sells for $1,950, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $57,000 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 1860s Brooch
- What is a golden brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A golden brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry designed with a hinged pin and catch that is fastened to clothing. It is a piece of ornament usually made of metal, often silver or gold. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooches.
- What is a brooch pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
- What is a bar brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bar brooch is a type of pin brooch. It is horizontal and elongated and comes in all shapes and sizes. Bar brooches are popular due to their ease of fastening. The pin of the brooch hooks through a looped fastening, once the brooch is attached to the wearer's lapel. Find a collection of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
- What were brooches used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooches are used as fastenings to secure a cloak, shawl or scarf. Decorative brooches also let wearers accessorize and personalize their ensemble. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary brooches from some of the top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- What is a navette brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A navette brooch is a brooch that features a gemstone in a Marquise cut. Its sides gently curve and meet at points on either end. Shop a variety of gemstone brooches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are the types of brooches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024There are many types of brooches. Originating from Scotland, Luckenbooth brooches feature a single heart or two interlocking hearts and are common romantic gifts. Bar brooches have a long, slender design similar to tie bars. En tremblant brooches typically feature floral forms connected by wires that allow them to sway or tremble as the wearer moves. Popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Aigrette brooches show off sweeping forms that resemble feathers. Cameo brooches have an oval or circular shape and flaunt a raised relief, usually depicting a person. Shop a large collection of brooches on 1stDibs.
- Is a brooch a pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
- What is a paste brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A paste brooch will feature hand-cut polished glass. The paste glass is usually polished with metal until it is smooth and shines like a gemstone. A paste brooch is made of such glass and became popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds. Find a variety of paste brooches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024To know if your brooch is valuable, first look for hallmarks that signify the maker. Then, use trusted online resources and/or reverse image searches to determine who produced your brooch. Once you know who the maker is, you can examine sales histories on online platforms to learn how much similar brooches have sold for in the past. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your brooch and give you an estimate of its value. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can authenticate a Chanel brooch by checking the back for a little oval stamp or embossed mark. It should be noted that some of the oldest jewelry pieces were not marked, but these pieces are extremely rare and do not often come up for sale. Most of the Chanel jewelry and brooches you will find are from the 1980s or later and will include an oval tag, plate, or stamp. Shop expertly vetted Chanel jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What are brooch pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021As the name suggests, mourning jewelry represents connection to a deceased individual or loved one. In the Victorian era, people were expected to wear mourning clothing and accessories following the death of a loved one. As brooches were popular during the Victorian period, they became a favorite for those who wanted to memorialize the dead. Find a collection of vintage and antique brooches on 1stDibs today.
- What are old brooches made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Old brooches may be made of a variety of materials. Silver and gold are the most commonly used, but some may be fashioned out of brass, nickel and other metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and modern brooches.
- What is an en tremblant brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022“En tremblant” is an old French phrase meaning “trembling”, which in jewelry refers to the feature of the piece. En tremblant brooches are crafted with gems and generally feature a floral motif, but can also branch out to birds and other designs. You’ll find a variety of en tremblant brooches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell how old a cameo brooch is for certain, you usually need to consult a licensed jewelry appraiser. This is because many authentic pieces do not have marks, and there are many modern reproductions that resemble the antique jewelry. Find a selection of expertly vetted antique cameo brooches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a Chanel brooch, look for the Chanel marking on the back. These markings can be easy to fake so it’s important to buy your luxury goods from reputable sources. Shop a collection of vintage and new Chanel jewelry, bags and clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jewelry makers mostly used C clasps on brooches during the 1890s and early 1900s. However, some designers continued to use them up until the 1930s. The clasp resembles a simple hook. Find a selection of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
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Antique Baby Bonnets
Antique Whitby Jet Brooches
Giant Amethyst
Tiffany Anna
Tiffany Anna Art
14k Poodle Gold Brooch
Tiffany Glass Box With Lid
Tiffany And Co Pop Up
Brooch Satyr
Victorian 9 K Brooch
Tiffany Scent Bottle
Coral Umbrella
Moon Stickpin
African Designer S
Diamond Hunt Roskell
Elizabethan Earrings
Floor Cushion With Handle
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