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What is a piece of jewelry called a brooch?
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A piece of jewelry called a brooch is a decorative item that you attach to clothing or accessories with a pin or clasp. People often wear brooches on dresses, jackets, blazers, hats, shawls and caps. The word brooch comes from the Middle English word broach, which means a skewer, as pin-type brooches pierce fabric. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of brooches.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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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...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Enamel
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....
Category
Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Carnelian, Coral, Jade, Natural Pearl, Gilt Metal
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1960s Large Cat Brooch with Natural Emerald Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cat Brooch
18ct Gold
Circa 1960s
Add a touch of whimsy to your jewellery collection with this fabulous-sized 18ct yellow gold cat brooch. Playfully posed, this adorable ki...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
❤️❤️ VI...
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Vintage 18ct Gold Stamped, 1940s Bow Shaped Brooch with Cushion Cut Diamonds
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Bow Brooch
18ct Gold Stamped 750
Circa 1940s
Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage bow-shaped brooch, crafted in 18ct yellow gold and dating back to the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch from the mid 19th Century. Nicely proportioned with pave rose cut garnets and seed pearl eyes. Great quality. 2.5" x 1.5". 1860's USA.
Category
Antique 1860s American High Victorian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Gilt Metal
