Iradj Moini Brooch
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Amethyst, Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Rubelite, Turquoise, Base Metal
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot
1990s Contemporary Brooches
Amethyst, Chalcedony
1990s American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
Crystal, Base Metal
Early 2000s Unknown Brooches
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Base Metal, Brass
1990s American Beaded Bracelets
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Vintage 1960s Modern Brooches
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Egyptian Revival Dangle Earrings
Citrine, Coral, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1910s European Retro Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Brooches
Vintage 1960s American Retro Brooches
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s French Rococo Choker Necklaces
Rhodium, Silver Plate, Brass
2010s British Cuff Bracelets
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Gilt Metal
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Early 2000s American Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Agate, Amethyst, Coral
Late 20th Century American Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
1990s American Modern Collectible Jewelry
Emerald, Peridot
Early 2000s American Modern Collectible Jewelry
Precious Stone
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Onyx, Coral, Turquoise
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Amethyst, Citrine, Ruby, Topaz, Agate, Opal
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Citrine, Topaz, Ruby
1990s Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Quartz, Other, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Coral, Jade, Onyx, Amber
1990s American Brooches
Jade, Gilt Metal
1990s Brooches
Amber, Amethyst, Onyx, Multi-gemstone, Citrine
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold Plate
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Brass
1990s American Brooches
Amethyst, Quartz, Brass, Gilt Metal
1990s American Brooches
Gilt Metal
20th Century Brooches
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Iolite
2010s American Cuff Bracelets
Zircon
1990s American Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Topaz
20th Century American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
1990s American Brooches
American Brooches
American Brooches
Late 20th Century American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
Late 20th Century American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
Coral
1990s American Brooches
Late 20th Century American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
1990s American Brooches
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Turquoise
1990s American Brooches
Amethyst, Jade
1990s American Brooches
Late 20th Century Brooches
American Clamper Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Quartz, Base Metal
French Brooches
Vintage 1980s American More Necklaces
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.