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18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Straw Hat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Straw Hat Brooch Measures 3.5 in length and weighs 12.7 grams
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1950s Vintage Hat Brooch

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Enamel Straw Hat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This 18K Yellow Gold and Blue Enamel Straw Hat Brooch measures at 5cm even and weighs 17.8 Grams
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1950s American Vintage Hat Brooch

Charles Turi 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond .80 Carat Wide Brim Hat Brooch
By Charles Turi Jewelry Co.
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the legendary Charles Turi Jewelry Company. This 18 karat yellow gold wide brim hat
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1990s American Retro Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Spritzer & Fuhrmann White Gold Hat Brooch with Gemstone Flowers
By Spritzer & Fuhrmann
Located in New York, NY
A fun brooch by historic Caribbean jeweler Spritzer & Fuhrmann, featuring an 18 karat white gold
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1950s Vintage Hat Brooch

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Cluster of Leaves Branch Coat / Hat Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18k yellow gold coat/hat large brooch. It depicts a cluster of engraved leaves coming up
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Hat Brooch

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Cluster of Leaves Branch Coat / Hat Brooch
18k Yellow Gold Cluster of Leaves Branch Coat / Hat Brooch
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W 1.25 in D 0.5 in L 2.65 in
Chantal Thomass Vintage Hat Dangle Brooch
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Nice, FR
CHANTAL THOMASS vintage rare dangle hat brooch in silver tone with antiqued patina. Embossed
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20th Century French Vintage Hat Brooch

Large "Button" Gilded Gold Tone Hardware Hat Pin/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This detailed gilded gold tone hardware hat pin can also be used as a brooch. Made of gilded
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1950s American Vintage Hat Brooch

1960s Bronze Satin Turban Hat W/ Large Amber Cabochon Brooch
Located in Gresham, OR
An unmarked 1960s bronze satin turban hat with large cabochon rhinestone brooch.
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1960s American Vintage Hat Brooch

Bes Ben Clockworks Hat
By Bes-Ben
Located in New York, NY
Rare Fantasy Collectible Bes Ben "Clockworks" Hat from the 1940's. The Mad Hatter of Chicago
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1940s American Vintage Hat Brooch

Silver "Cowboy Hat" with Accessories Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully detailed, this "Cowboy Hat" brooch is accented with a cowboy's
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1960s Mexican Artisan Vintage Hat Brooch

1930s Red Sculptural Velvet Hat with Black Feather
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Red Sculptural Velvet Hat w/ Black Feather. Sides of hat flip for visual interest and pinned
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1940s Vintage Hat Brooch

Donna Karan Black Lace Ivory Floral-Accent Majorette Hat
By Donna Karan
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Donna Karan is no stranger to using an interesting hat to set a look apart. Known for her polished
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1990s American Vintage Hat Brooch

1950s Tri-Color Purple Burgundy and Rhinstone Turban-Styled Evening Hat
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1950s turban-styled hat in purple velvet, purple satin and burgundy satin with a
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1950s American Vintage Hat Brooch

Vintage 14kt. yellow gold hat pin brooch with tiger's eye.
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 14kt. yellow gold hat pin brooch with tiger's eye. Hallmarked with 14kt. gold
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1990s European Vintage Hat Brooch

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Yellow Gold

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hat Kirby Signed Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Signed Kirby Paris, this retro gold brooch
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1960s French Retro Vintage Hat Brooch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Ballet Large Shooting Star Rhinestone & Pearl Brooch and Earring Set
Located in Gresham, OR
A striking and unusual 1950s Ballet Brand brooch and earring set: Brooch is quite large and
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1950s American Vintage Hat Brooch

Black Gathered Silk Velvet Puff Beret with Rhinestone and Pearl Brooch – S, 1930
Located in Tucson, AZ
A hat with the regal bearing of a crown, this beret features a massive rhinestone center brooch and
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1930s Unknown Vintage Hat Brooch

Detailed Etched 18K Yellow Gold Accented with Natural Coral Brooch/Hat Pin
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully detailed etched 18k gilded yellow gold brooch and optional hat pin is accented
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Hat Brooch

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Coral, 18k Gold

bee brooch / vintage jewelry , vintage brooch
Located in Sammu shi, JP
brooches. It is sure to brighten up a simple outfit. It would also look great on a simple hat.
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1970s Japanese Artisan Vintage Hat Brooch

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Brass, Gold

bee brooch / vintage jewelry , vintage brooch
bee brooch / vintage jewelry , vintage brooch
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W 1.5 in L 1.19 in
Tiffany & Co. Moonstone & 14 Karat Gold Hat Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Tiffany & Co. hat pin. With a smooth round cabochon bezel set in 14k gold on top of
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20th Century American Edwardian Vintage Hat Brooch

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Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Moonstone & 14 Karat Gold Hat Pin
Tiffany & Co. Moonstone & 14 Karat Gold Hat Pin
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Dm 0.36 in L 6.26 in
Art Deco Bakelite Sombrero Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Bakelite Brooch of brightly colored carved and painted sombreros dangling from a
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

Charming Art Deco Cartoon Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Bird Brooch of carved wood with celluloid hat and felt accents. Adorable with
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

Charming Art Deco Cartoon Bird Brooch
Charming Art Deco Cartoon Bird Brooch
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H 2.75 in W 2 in
English Sapphire Ruby Diamond 18k Gold Stagecoach Hat or Lapel Pin, London
Located in St. Catharines, ON
An 18k gold stagecoach brooch based on a Parisian design by Mellerio, the side lanterns set with
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20th Century British Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of jewellery dating to the 1930's is this novelty brooch depicting a 1920's/30's
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
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H 2.37 in W 2.37 in D 0.79 in
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of jewellery dating to the 1930's is this novelty brooch depicting a 1920's/30's
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
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H 2.37 in W 2.37 in D 0.79 in
Art Deco Ruby Diamond Pearl Enamel Platinum Vintage Top Hat Man Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized man with hands on hips and wearing a top hat Top hat is glossed with opaque
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Pearl, Ruby, Platinum, Enamel

Italian 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch/Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
, and a diamond hair pin, wearing a large hat. This lovely portrait is framed by an 18K yellow gold and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Hat Brooch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch/Pendant
Italian 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch/Pendant
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W 1.38 in L 1.63 in
Vintage Unsigned Diamante Domed Brooch Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Unsigned Diamante Domed Brooch. Pave and Baguette make up this small brooch that would look
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1960s American Modern Vintage Hat Brooch

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Unsigned Diamante Domed Brooch Circa 1960s
Vintage Unsigned Diamante Domed Brooch Circa 1960s
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H 1.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.25 in L 1.25 in
Gold Pearl Diamond Ruby Sapphire Sombrero Brooch
Located in New York, NY
14k gold brooch, depicting a man in sombrero hat, with 28mm blister pearl, rubies, sapphires and
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20th Century Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

1938 ElsaSchiaparelli CouturePagan DeposeFrance FeatherCrystalGold Bird Brooch
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
yellow-gold gilt metal partridge-on-a-branch brooch is further distinguished as an unsigned Parisian
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1930s French Artisan Vintage Hat Brooch

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Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal

Floral Spray Brooch with Ruby Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bright and cheerful describes this colorful finely crafted 2-1/2 inch brooch that is the perfect
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1960s American Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Chanel Gold Beret Brooch With Bow
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This gold-plated metal brooch, circa 1980, by Chanel features a beret with a bow and embodies the
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1980s French Vintage Hat Brooch

1980s Chanel Gold Beret Brooch With Bow
1980s Chanel Gold Beret Brooch With Bow
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H 1 in W 2.36 in L 2.36 in
Vintage Diamond Blossom Convertible Double Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Double Clip Brooch is expertly hand fabricated with the same rigorous attention paid to the details of
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Raymond Yard Pair of Cocktail Lapel Brooches
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New York, NY
, with 2 baguette diamond legs with gold clog shoes, tipped by a hat with red enamel ribbon, with
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage White Blue & Pink Glass and Rhinestone Brooch
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Dazzle and delight with this exquisite Vintage White Blue & Pink Glass and Rhinestone Brooch. A
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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

Robert Lee Morris Large Gilded Gong Brooch
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
nice size for wearing on a jacket or coat. The way the disc comes to a point, like a classic Coolie hat
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1980s American Modern Vintage Hat Brooch

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Gold Plate, Brass

Robert Lee Morris Large Gilded Gong Brooch
Robert Lee Morris Large Gilded Gong Brooch
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H 3 in W 3 in D 0.5 in Dm 3 in L 3 in
Andre Col vintage 18kt. yellow gold Chalcedony brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
hat. Created by Andre Col in Paris, this brooch is sure to spark conversation wherever you go. Crafted
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1980s French Vintage Hat Brooch

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Yellow Gold

Modernist Brooch by Jakob Bengel, circa 1930
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this very stylish Modernist Brooch by Jakob Bengel. Dating to the 1930's
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Mixed Metal, Other

Modernist Brooch by Jakob Bengel, circa 1930
Modernist Brooch by Jakob Bengel, circa 1930
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Dm 0.79 in L 1.97 in
William B Kerr Sterling Silver Enamel Sash Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique sterling silver sash brooch with two prongs by William B. Kerr and Co., an American
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20th Century American Vintage Hat Brooch

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

William B Kerr Sterling Silver Enamel Sash Brooch
William B Kerr Sterling Silver Enamel Sash Brooch
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H 2.125 in W 3.75 in
Couture 1939-50 Schiaparelli-SchlumbergerStyle GlassBeads ProngSetCrystal Brooch
By Artisan NYC
Located in Chicago, IL
silver tone. Given its size, this brooch was likely handmade to decorate a couture hat or to appear like
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Pearl, Crystal, Rhodium, Mixed Metal, Gilt Metal, Base Metal, Silver

Vintage Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Cabochon platinum Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This estate brooch from the Art Deco period features approximately 3.50 carat total weight in Old
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique 14 Karat Gold and Gold Filled Peace Lily Hat Pin with Keshi Pearl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 14k gold (and gold filled) Peace Lily hat pin (or stickpin / lapel pin) with a pearl
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20th Century American Edwardian Vintage Hat Brooch

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Custom Clown Pin in 14k Yellow Gold, Geneve Watch Body & Enamel Hat, 2 Cts
Located in Surfside, FL
Custom clown pin in 14k with Geneve watch body and enamel hat accented with 2 carats in diamonds.
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20th Century Vintage Hat Brooch

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Enamel, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold color offers a warm, luxe accent. Simply secure this dazzling brooch to your lapel, collar or hat
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1940s Retro Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Koala Brooch Pendant in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
safety C clasp closure for wear as a Brooch This Sweet Pin measures 23 x 17 millimeters Native to
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Koala Brooch Pendant in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Koala Brooch Pendant in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
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W 0.67 in L 0.91 in
Cherny Cultured Pearl Diamond 18-karat Scarecrow Brooch Pin
By Cherny
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cherny cultured pearl, diamond, and 18-karat scarecrow brooch. The scarecrow is wearing a textured
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Hat Brooch

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Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Agate, Yellow Gold, W...

Retro Brooch 18kt Yellow Gold and Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "Retro Brooch 18kt Yellow Gold and Platinum with Diamonds" is a exquisite piece of jewelry that
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Mid-20th Century Luxembourgish Retro Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Retro 18kt Yellow Gold Vineyard Leaf Brooch with Pearls
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Retro 18kt Yellow Gold Vineyard Leaf Brooch with Pearls is a exquisite piece of jewelry that
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Hat Brooch

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Signed Sloan & Co 14K Gold Figural Bulldog Hat Pin with Ruby Eyes
By Sloan & Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique 14k gold & ruby hatpin. By Sloan & Co. With a figural bulldog top set tiny ruby cabochon eyes. The pin stem is gold plated. Simply a great pin for any bulldog love...
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20th Century American Edwardian Vintage Hat Brooch

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Courrèges Paris, Rhinestone & Pearl Brooch, Signed, France, circa 1980s
By André Courrèges
Located in Chatham, CA
Courrèges Paris - Vintage whimsical faux Mabe pearl brooch - featuring a balancing figure on a ball
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Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Hat Brooch

Antique Brooch 3 Fine Pearls Rose Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
and striking accessory. Worn over an elegant outfit or added to a scarf or hat, this brooch will stand
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20th Century French Artisan Vintage Hat Brooch

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Brooch 3 Fine Pearls Rose Gold 18 Karat
Antique Brooch 3 Fine Pearls Rose Gold 18 Karat
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W 0.354 in L 2.362 in
Beautiful Unique Sterling Silver With Onyx Crystal Drop Brooch Pin
Located in Jacksonville, FL
hat, this brooch is a versatile piece that effortlessly elevates your style. The meticulous
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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Hat Brooch

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Onyx, Sterling Silver

Andre Col Ruby Turquoise Pearl Gold Brooch Pin Clip
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fun and chic pin depicting a woman wearing a necklace and a chic tablet hat - definitely a
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1980s French Vintage Hat Brooch

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Ruby, Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Andre Col Ruby Turquoise Pearl Gold Brooch Pin Clip
Andre Col Ruby Turquoise Pearl Gold Brooch Pin Clip
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H 1.38 in W 0.63 in D 0.5 in
Antique 4.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
two matching brooches could be utilised as collar clips, hat clips, shoes clips, and hair clips
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1930s Unknown Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 4.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
Antique 4.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
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H 0.59 in W 2.51 in L 3.97 in
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Coral Turquoise Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bellmore, NY
Coral Turquoise Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Brooch, a true testament to the enduring creativity and
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Hat Brooch

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Coral, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Large Gold Crouching Tiger Panther Exotic Cat Brooch Pin Heavy
By Trifari
Located in Sausalito, CA
This striking large gold tiger brooch is a statement piece in its own right. It boasts an
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20th Century American Vintage Hat Brooch

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Gold Plate

Margaret de Patta Silver and Lapis Brooch 1947-1950
Located in New York, NY
It seems that we are in a new age for the brooch, and Portman Gallery is pleased to offer this
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Hat Brooch

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Margaret de Patta Silver and Lapis Brooch 1947-1950
Margaret de Patta Silver and Lapis Brooch 1947-1950
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H 0.4 in W 1.97 in D 0.4 in L 2.92 in
Vintage Matador Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
'matador' brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. This fine and impressive diamond and
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1950s Vintage Hat Brooch

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Martine Articulated Enamel Smiling Clown Girl Ruby Yellow Gold Brooch
By Martine
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Adorable Martine 14k yellow gold brooch featuring a girl clown with a head and shoulders that
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1970s Vintage Hat Brooch

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Pair of Sterling Silver Figural Women Brooches c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
designed with the silhouette of a pair of chic women dressed in stylish hats One of the brooches has a
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Late 20th Century Mexican Vintage Hat Brooch

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Sterling Silver, Brass

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Vintage Hat Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage hat brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for a vintage hat 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 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage hat brooch from Christian Lacroix, Chanel and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage hat brooch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 15, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage hat brooch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Vintage Hat Brooch?

The price for a vintage hat brooch starts at $60 and tops out at $18,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $528.

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 Hat Brooch
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    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.