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How can you tell if a brooch is valuable?
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To tell if a brooch is valuable, you can take one of two approaches. The first option is to research what comparable pieces have recently sold for on trusted online platforms. Factors to consider when choosing comparable items include the maker, style, age, type and condition of your brooch. Another option is to have a certified appraiser, knowledgeable jeweler or experienced antique dealer provide you with an estimated value. Find a wide variety of brooches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
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Vintage 1970s David Webb Leopard Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in black and brown enamel over 18k yellow gold and platinum with Cabochon Emerald eyes and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Signed by David Webb
Circa 1960s
2 x 4 inches
Category
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
A diamond, emerald and ruby en tremblant dragonfly brooch
Located in London, GB
A diamond, emerald and ruby en tremblant dragonfly brooch, the thorax set with the an old European-cut diamond estimated to weigh 1.1 carats, assessed to be of H-I colour and VS clar...
Category
Vintage 1950s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Nardi Blue Enamel Snake Brooch
By Nardi
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted with blue enamel over 18k yellow gold, small round cut Rubies and Diamonds, and a Pear-Shaped diamond on the head weighing approximately 1.50 carats.
Signed by Nardi
C...
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s David Webb Coral Flower Pin with Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k gold with carved Coral leaves and a rosette of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.00 carats and a center Diamond weighing approxim...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Gripoix antique 'bird' brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GRIPOIX -Openwork golden metal bird brooch ornamented with rhinestones and glass paste.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length: 10.5 cm - Height: 9 cm
SKU:BR77
Category
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
Vintage 1981 Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. Dove Bird Brooch in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. dove bird brooch set in 18k yellow gold from 1981.
The brooch depicts a dove bird motif. The yellow gold colour and abstract sil...
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
