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What are brooch pins called?
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Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Medallion Coin Safety Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Medallion Coin Safety Pin Brooch
* Marked 94
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
-Approximately 3.5″ x 2.75″
-Very classic
-In an excellent vi...
Category
1990s French Artisan Brooches
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Logo Multi Charm Rustic Safety Pin Brooch
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Logo Multi Charm Rustic Safety Pin Brooch
Features:
- 100% Authentic JEAN PAUL GAULTIER.
- Massive safety pin brooch with multiple charms: Gaultier name t...
Category
1990s French Brooches
Italian 18K Gold Red Coral Bead Safety Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
A beautifully handcrafted Italian 18K yellow gold safety pin brooch set with five natural Mediterranean red coral beads measuring approximately 4.4 mm each, totaling ~1.50 carats.
Category
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
CHANEL Vintage Massive Gold Tone Chain & Clover Safety Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive gold tone chain safety pin brooch featuring a lucky clover.
Embossed CHANEL.
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Safety Pin Brooch Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal brooch shaped as a safety pin. A Haute Couture Collection.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Safety Pin Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 3.1 grams
Pin Measurements:
Measurement: 2.25 inches long, 0.35 inches wide (9mm)
Condition: Excellent
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
