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Victorian Brooches

VICTORIAN STYLE

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

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Style: Victorian
Victorian 5.35ct Diamond Brooch Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This spectacular piece can either be worn as a brooch or a pendant. A 0.95 carat old cut diamond sits central surrounding by a halo of smaller diamonds. Elegantly scrolling metalwork...
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1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

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 centre sits a 0.80 carat old cushion cut diamond, set into silver and surrounded by a...
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1860s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Half Pearl and Diamond Brooch-Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural half pearl and diamond oval brooch-pendant, set to the centre with three graduating half pearls set with rose-cut diamonds, surrounded by cluster of fourteen half...
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1860s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Russian Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Russian Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond Brooch The brooch is set with rose-cut diamonds, suspending diamond briolette drops, and a important GIA certified natural pearl...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Seed Pearl Crescent Brooch in original box
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Brooch 15ct Gold Victorian circa 1880 Gorgeous Victorian Crescent Brooch Set with Beautiful Seed Pearls. Could Easily be Converted to a Pendant (Please ask for...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Old cut 18th century diamond pin
Located in New York, NY
A stunning diamond pin with about 1.50 carat center stone. It's a true old brooch from the 18th century. Fine piece of you want to wear . This can not be recreated
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Early 1800s European Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond

Rare Victorian brooch - 18 K Yellow gold Queen Bee set with rose cut diamond
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning Bee brooch. This 18 ct yellow gold beauty is most likely crafted in the Aesthetic period (1880-1901) during queen Victorias reign. This stunner is set with ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond, Silver and Gold Crescent Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond crescent brooch, set with old-cut diamonds, weighing an estimated total of 4.50ct, in a three row design, with an inner row and outer row, set with graduating old-...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Turquoise and 15 Carat Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely pin holds 8 bright turquoise stones. The colour of the stones compliment the glossy 15 carat yellow gold perfectly. Stone Diameter: 2mm Pin Length: 39mm Weight: 2.3g
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Fox Riding Crop Stock Pin Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fox Head Stock Pin 15ct Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1880 This exquisite 15ct gold Victorian stock pin brooch is a true masterpiece. The brooch features a stunning fox hea...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Brooch, circa 1875
Located in London, GB
A Victorian oval diamond openwork brooch, with a centre cluster, set with a cushion shaped old-cut diamond, surrounded by old-mine cut diamonds, in claw settings, enclosed by four tr...
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1870s English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Brooch with diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver brooch set with rose diamonds. 0.30ct - G/H - VS/SI detailed description: the size of the brooch is 6.1 cm by 1.2 cm wide weight 5.5 grams occupied wi...
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1880s Dutch Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Era Amethyst & Seed Pearl Brooch Pendant
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful pendant brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold. This elegant item highlights one oval shaped Amethyst gemstone set east/west. The gemstone is secured with razor sharp eagle talo...
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Brooches

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Religious Mourning Hair Work Cross & Wreath Motif Brooch in 14K Yellow
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An elaborate hair work victorian period mourning brooch. Depicting a cross of blonde hair, draped in a finely woven wreath of brown hair. Encircled by...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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14k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold, Rose Cut Diamond, and Enamel Pheasant Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An antique pheasant stickpin. In sterling silver, 14 & 10 karat golds, and enamel with rose cut diamonds. In the form of a fully alert pheasant standing upright with head held high...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel, Silver

Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Victorian Circle Spiral Stickpin -14k Mine Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Date: 1870s - 1880s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Cut: Mine Natural Seed Pearls Style: Stickpin Theme: Intertwined Circle Spiral...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Shell Shape Brooch- 3.5ct Diamonds & White Pearl & 14k Rose Gold Brooch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage pearl and diamonds brooch for women, Shell Brooch, Rose Gold 14K Brooch, Estate jewelry, one of a kind vintage brooch Jewelry Material: Rose Gold 14K (the gold has been te...
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Mid-20th Century European Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Antique 9k gold and Pearl Double Crescent Moon brooch, Murrle Bennett
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian, 9ct gold and pearl double crescent brooch. Beautiful closed crescents in 9ct yellow gold, set with creamy pearls that graduate from the ends to c...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Maltese Cross and Crown Brooch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is a unique Victorian brooch that makes a large impact. This is a hand carved sardonyx surrounded by detailed 15k gold border. This piece features both a classic latch pin back ...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Brooches

18 Kt Gold Skull and Crossbones Stickpin with Diamond Eyes
Located in Stamford, CT
Skull jewelry has fascinated the public from ancient times where it was worn to show bravery, power and strength. It was worn to show fearlessness, power...
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1880s English Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 44.68 Carat Smoky Quartz and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian 44.68 carat smoky squartz and 15 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collectio...
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1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Quartz, Yellow Gold

Antique Sapphire, Diamond, Gold And Silver Crescent Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, with an outer row of oval and cushion faceted sapphires, graduating from the centre, set in gold, in grains and cut down settings on ...
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Early 1900s American Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Star Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a glorious diamond brooch dating back to the Victorian era. This antique piece has been crafted from yellow gold into the shape of a 5 pointed star consisting of round f...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Moonstone 18 Karat Gold Antique Greek God Dionysus Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the head of the Greek god Dionysus carved out of moonstone Translucent colorless body color with frosted finish With textured fur and prong set diamond eyes and mouth O...
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Early 1900s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby, Diamond, Gold And Silver Crescent Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique ruby and diamond crescent brooch, with an outer row of oval and cushion faceted rubies, graduating from the centre, set in gold, in grains and cut down settings on the out...
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Early 1900s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Horse Shoe Stick Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian horse shoe stick pin brooch. It is crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1900. The piece features a cultured pearl and rose cut diamonds. The clutch is crafted in...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel & Diamond Locket Brooch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Enamel Brooch from the Victorian Period, wrapped in 10k Gold featuring seven (7) 2mm round rose cut diamonds and one (1) 4mm oval rose cut diamond. The diamonds are set in a f...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 10k Gold, Enamel

1890 Victorian Gold Gilt Over Silver Garnet Tiered Circle Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful 1890 Victorian circle pin is gold gilt over sterling silver with tiered garnet. The pin features a large 8.50mm garnet center stone, surrounded by four more layers of ...
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1890s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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Garnet, Silver

Brooch set with diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver brooch set with rose cut diamonds. 1.50 ct G/H SI Detailed description the brooch is 2.5 cm high and 2.5 cm wide total weight: 9.6 grams occupied with: - 1 x...
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1880s Dutch Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Company Early 1900 Gold and Diamond double Butterfly Brooch
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 Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Late Victorian Diamond Emerald 14k Yellow Gold Silver Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian Diamond Emerald 14k Yellow Gold Silver Brooch. Featuring five old mine cut diamonds and 30 rose cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.90 carats, graded near-colorless, SI2-I2 clarity. Accented by four octagonal step cut emeralds with a total weight of approximately 0.20 carat. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with silver top, with later added 18 karat yellow gold French pin back. Circa 1890. About this Item: Step into a world of timeless elegance with this exquisite late Victorian diamond and emerald...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket Antique Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a puffed heart-shaped form with a grooved swirl fleur-de-lis motif pattern Featuring 1.0 to 3.0 mm round seed pearls bead set throughout pattern White to gray in body col...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian c1870’s Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant in 9K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An Antique Victorian Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch with a bail - provision to wear a piece as a pendant within a 9K Yellow Gold decorative rope border featuring safety chain be...
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1870s English Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Victorian Paste Esprit Pendant Brooch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Deliciously Large brooch from the Victorian era. This piece is a full 3 inches of articulated splendor. Depicting a bird, this brooch features lovely past stone pave in a number of c...
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19th Century European Antique Victorian Brooches

Victorian Figural Girl with Diamond Bonnet Enameled Stick Pin
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A beautifully hand painted enamel figural stick pin. Depicting a bright smiling young girl with red scarf around her neck, and a ruby red bonnet. Acce...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Horse and Jockey Diamond Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 9ct yellow gold and silver stick pin. The head of the pin features an enamel jockey riding a horse which has been set with rose cut diamonds with ruby eyes. The d...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Opal and Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 9ct yellow gold and silver brooch. The brooch has been set with three central oval cabochon opals in a clover motif with old and rose cut diamonds. Condition: U...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

16K Antique Victorian Braided Hair Art Mourning Pin
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful and large example of unique Victorian hair art In a mourning brooch. The pin features dark blond/light brown hair in a basketweave design ...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old European Diamond 10 Karat Gold Fleur-De-Lis Antique Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized fleur-de-lis form bead set with old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.72 carat total - H/J color with VS2 clarity Completed by hinged pinstem with...
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1860s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Etruscan Style Brooch And Earrings Gold Suite, Circa 1875
Located in London, GB
A Victorian, Etruscan style brooch and earrings suite, comprising an oval brooch, with three layers, with a central dome, all decorated with Etruscan style wire work, with a loop on ...
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1870s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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15k Gold

Antique Victorian Pear Rose Cut Diamond Stick Pin 10k Gold
Located in Joelton, TN
Victorian Pear Rose Cut diamond stick pin. Diamond 5.9 mm x 5.2 mm LxW: 6.5 centimeters x .08 cm. 1.72 grams
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful diamond brooch from the Victorian era. The brooch is set with multiple old cut diamonds in a star shaped setting crafted in 15ct y...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Greek Winged Wheel Of Hermes Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered winged wheel The Greek symbol for the god Hermes With grooved feathers and spokes Completed by pinstem Stamped with Austrian hallmarks for 14 karat go...
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1860s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Heart Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful antique brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This romantic piece has been crafted from 22ct yellow gold into the shape an open love heart. This frame...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Giuliano Mini Brooch Set
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of antique brooches from Carlo Giuliano. The first showcases a quatrefoil motif enamelled in white and blue with a silver set old cut diamond at the ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

1890 Victorian Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Scarf Clip
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely scarf pin from the 1890s Victorian era is absolutely gorgeous and features enamel and 18k yellow gold. The pin is in fantastic condition for its age visually and also wor...
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1890s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Angel Harp Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully unique brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the shape of a harp with a female angel p...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous sapphire and diamond set crescent moon brooch dating back to the Victorian period. It is crafted in 18ct yellow gold featuring a single row of claw set old cut dia...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

14Y Natural Onyx Mourning Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautifully carved natural Onyx mourning brooch. These pin were typically used to secure scarves, shawls, veils, or other garments during periods ...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Base Metal

Antique Sapphire, Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, set with nine, oval and round faceted sapphires, graduating in size, with an estimated stone weight of 1.75ct, alternating with eight...
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1890s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold

Antique Swiss Enamel And Gold Brooch, Circa 1870
Located in London, GB
A Swiss enamel brooch, with an oval hand painted scene depicting mountains in the distance with a church surrounded by trees, with a feature tree, people and animals to the foregroun...
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1870s Swiss Antique Victorian Brooches

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Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Flower Brooch 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Joelton, TN
An antique Victorian flower brooch with 11 roast cut diamonds hallmarks with Dutch essay, 750 or 18 karat gold. Wait 2.8 grams
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian 10k Onyx Hardstone Cameo Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A large hand carved cameo pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Set in vibrant 14kt rosy yellow gold, the beautiful face of a young woman graces the center of this intricately carved ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Onyx, 10k Gold

Victorian Antique Tassel Pinchbeck Brooch Excellent Condition Circa Early 1800s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
This brooch displays classic, early Victorian style. It has been lovingly handmade with delicate cannetille work. A tassel fringe dangles elegantly across the bottom of the brooch...
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Early 19th Century British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pinchbeck

Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Snake Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly remarkable brooch dating back to the Victorian era. At the centre of this 15ct yellow gold piece, a flaming torch has been crafted with a snake wrapping itself a...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique early 20th century silver and paste lizard salamander brooch
Located in Malmö, SE
A fine antique early 20th century paste lizard or salamander brooch, artfully and expertly handcrafted in silver, partly gilt, workmanship c. 1900, in a fitted case, with the cutest ...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Brooches

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Silver

Antique Circa 1870s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Butterfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.8 grams. Totally is diamond 2.10 ct. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Please contact for any questions.
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1870s European Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Ruby Diamond and Pearl Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique ruby, diamond and pearl crescent brooch. Crafted in 15ct yellow gold during the late Victorian era, the focal aspect of this...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

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