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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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Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Brooch from the early 20th Century of vermeil sterling. A spray of plique green to rose enamel leaves with pink gem or crystal stone. Likely German i...
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
MIRIAM HASKELL Mosaic Butterfly Stick Pin Brooch, C.1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
C.1950 Miriam Haskell gilded metal stick pin in the form of a delicate butterfly embellished with a mosaic of semi precious stone chips including carnelian, jade and mother-of-pearl....
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Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Carnelian, Coral, Jade, Natural Pearl, Gilt Metal
Lanvin Paris Silvered Metal and Enamel Jeweled Turtle Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare Lanvin Paris brooch features a turtle with silvered metal framing, topped with yellow enamel and complemented by Gripoix poured glass cabochons in carnelian color. The piec...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Enamel
Monique Vedie, Line Vautrin Student Talosel Resin Pineapple Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Monique Vedié Talosel resin brooch features a dimensional pineapple shape in yellow and green colors, adorned with a textured pattern and gilded metal rings that mimic ...
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches
Silver Tone Pavé Panther Brooch with a Faux Pearl and Green Eyes
Located in London, GB
Fabulous silver tone pavé panther brooch with green faceted eyes, sitting on an off white faux pearl. It has a small hook, perhaps for a chain.
Measuring length 5 cm / 2 inches by m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Vintage KJL Kenneth Jay Lane signed gold rhinestone seashell designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed KJL
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 50
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