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Castellani Archaeological Revival brooch, c.1870s
Located in London, GB
This Castellani Archaeological Revival brooch dates back to the 1870s. The circular disk is styled
Category
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 1870s Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch
Located in London, GB
Introducing our antique Victorian tortoiseshell piqué brooch, popular in the 1820s and 1870s. This
Category
Antique 18th Century English Victorian Brooches
Materials
9k Gold
Victorian Antique Diamond Dragonfly Brooch circa 1870s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian diamond dragonfly brooch, c.1870s, the openwork design realistically modelled
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Handmade Circa 1870s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 18.4 grams.
Totally is diamond diamond 4.50 ct.
Acid tested to be 14k real gold.
Please contact for any questions.
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
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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Antique 1870s European Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Circa 1870s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.8 grams.
Totally is diamond about 0.60 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2.
Acid tested to be real 18k gold.
Please contact for any...
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Circa 1870s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Amazing Birds Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 11.3 grams.
Totally is diamond about 1.75 ct.
Totally is ruby 0.08 ct.
Acid tested to be 9k real gold.
Please contact for any questions.
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold
Antique Circa 1870s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Emerald Star Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 13.5 grams.
Total weight is 3.40 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1-2-3 clarity.
Totally is emerald 0.35 ct.
Acid tes...
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
Victorian Gentleman's Shell Cameo Brooch, Gold Setting, U.K., Circa 1870's
Located in Chatham, CA
- unsigned - United Kingdom (likely) - circa 1870's.
Good antique condition - old fine stress crack in the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold-filled
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H 1.75 in W 1.63 in D 0.5 in
Antique Silver, Rose Gold & Cat's Eye Quartz Bee Brooch - France - Circa 1870's
Located in Chatham, CA
number to the back - unsigned - France (Paris) - circa 1870's.
Excellent antique condition - all
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Rose Gold, Silver
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W 1.13 in D 0.5 in L 1.25 in
Mid-Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Brooch with Locket Circa 1870s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This is one Mid-Victorian Brooch in 15k yellow gold that showcases the beautiful patina which has
Category
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
1870s Victorian Agate and Seed Pearl, Diamond Yellow Gold Mourning Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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Condition
This impressive antique 1870s locket brooch is exceptional quality set with banded black agate, a
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
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H 0.66 in Dm 1.77 in
Etruscan Revival 15K Gold Bar Brooch w/ Mine Cut Diamonds, U.K., Circa 1870's
Located in Chatham, CA
and pin with tube hinge - stamped 15 CT - United Kingdom - circa 1870's.
Excellent antique condition
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.5 in W 1.63 in D 0.38 in
Rare Victorian Mining Brooches
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary novelty brooches from the mid 19th Century. When new mines were opened to the public
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Victorian French Circus Poodle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual figural sterling brooch from 19th Century France. Extraordinary lifelike detailing in 3
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Old Mine-cut Diamond Cross Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This stylized antique cross brooch set with approximately 14.30 carats of old diamonds dates from
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian 15kt Rose Gold Diamond & Pearl Tiara Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt rose gold and silver old-European cut diamond and pearl tiara brooch with
Category
Antique 1870s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
18kt gold Carnelian Cameo Archaeological Revival Fibula Brooch
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Cameo Fibula Pin/Brooch is a testament to refined elegance. Drawing inspiration from ancient fibulae
Category
Antique 1860s Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
Cameo Agate and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch centering a cameo on bluish agate decorated with a profile of a woman wearing pearl jewelry
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendent/Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Pendent-Brooch composed of an oval decorated with interlacing punctuated with white pearls. 18K
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Venus Agate Cameo Habille Brooch/Pendant, 1870
Located in Firenze, IT
Oval brooch/pendant in 18kt yellow gold, the center decorated with an onyx cameo depicting a Venus
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
19th Century Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
The circular-cut sapphire and ruby, pear shaped aquamarine the openwork wings pavé-set with gem-set, the antennae with emerald, mounted in silver and gold, width 4.7cm
Weight:10.66gr.
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
A 19th Century Oval Hardstone Cameo Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
pearls, brooch length 5.5cm.
Weight: 33,22gr.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Flower Silver and Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch bouquet in yellow gold and silver entirely set with rose-cut diamonds and the most
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Agate Cultured Pearl and Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Centering an agate cameo carved to depict a female profile, the frame with gold and seed pearls.
Lenght: 5cm x 4cm
Weight: 23.7gr.
Category
Antique 1870s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Agate, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Cameo Pearl Enamel Ruby and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch with a cameo on agate in an oval decoration punctuated with rubies, white pearls and black
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
French Antique Sardonyx, Pearl, Enamel and Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in London, GB
A hard stone cameo brooch, set with a cameo of a Roman woman's head, carved in high relief, onto a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique French Gold Pearl and Malachite Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Ruffled oval brooch, which can form a collar watch holder, in 18kt yellow gold centered with a
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Malachite, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
18kt Gold Natural Pearl and Agate Cameo Pendant/Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Yellow gold brooch, adorned with a cameo on agate representing a richly dressed woman, topped
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Agate, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Silver-Topped Gold and Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary French silver-topped gold pendant brooch, from the era of Napoleon III, is
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Garnet, Diamond and Ruby Bug Brooch, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This stunning and handcrafted brooch is shaped in the design of a fly, featuring the wings as half
Category
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Eugene Fontenay, Etruscan Revival Portrait Miniature and Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular matte enamel portrait hand painted on porcelain, of mythological theme depicting Hebe, the goddess of Youth feeding her father Zeus in the guise of an eagle, amid an ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Late 19th Century Enamel, Half Pearl and Gold Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
The central plaque decorated with a polychrome enamel female deity gazing the dove on the pearl paviment. Under the scene we can find a snake.
Width 4.5cm
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Yellow Gold Victorian Shield Dangle Brooch - 14k Floral Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1860s - 1880s
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Style: Dangle Brooch
Fastening
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch Convertible 14k Gold 1.35 Carat Victorian
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Convertible Diamond star Pendant / Brooch Set in 14K gold. Approximate 1.35 Carats of Old
Category
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Large Antique Victorian 18k Gold and Banded Agate Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian brooch.
In 18k gold.
With a large bezel-set oval banded agate specimen
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
19th Century 18 Karat Gold, Silver 5.0 Carat Diamond Demi Starburst Brooch
Located in New York, NY
19th Century 18k yellow gold, silver 5.0cts diamond demi-starburst brooch .c 1870s
Additional
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Victorian Mourning Brooch -14k Mine Memento Mori Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1860s - 1870s
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Victorian Floral Tassel Dangle Brooch - 14k Gold Filled Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1870s - 1880s
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold (brooch) & Gold Filled (backing
Category
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Antique French Rose Gold Silver and Ol Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as oval plaque, set with fold European-cut diamond.
Lenght: 6cm
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver
18kt Gold Silver Old Diamond Pink Sapphire and Cameo Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Depicting Dionysus with vine leaves and grapes, lenght 6,5cm, Holland mark.
Fitted case by Calderoni Milano.
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Antique 1870s Dutch Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch
Located in New York, NY
silver and the backing is gold filled metal. 1870's USA. 1" across.
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Antique 1870s American Late Victorian Brooches
Materials
Natural Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Snowflake Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and silver.
Delightful antique brooch, it forms
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Si...
Victorian Angelskin Coral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
done, Italy 1870's. 1.5" x 1".
Excellent condition.
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, Sterling Silver
Victorian Topaz Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
which creates a pendant option.
Stones are much richer (orange tones) in hue than images.
1870's USA
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Antique 1870s American Brooches
Materials
Topaz, 10k Gold
Yellow Gold Citrine Diamond Pearl Victorian Star Halo Brooch 14k Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1860s - 1870s (clasp & modification added circa 1900s - 1910s)
Metal Content
Category
Antique 1860s Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Victorian Etruscan Revival Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, 15K gold (unmarked, but tested), "Etruscan" brooch, England, Ca. 1870's-1880's; @2" long
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches
Materials
15k Gold
Victorian Rock Crystal Faceted Brooch
Located in New York, NY
for men or women on a lapel or as a cape closure. 1870's UK. 2.75" x .6"
Excellent condition.
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Victorian Aluminum and Amythest Brooch
Located in New York, NY
a rare, precious metal when sold and marketed. 1870's.
Excellent Condition.
L 1 5/8" x W 1" x H .50"
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
19th Century "Secret Lover" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
designs.
If desired, small (non soldered) loops can be added for use as a pendant.
1870's France. Fan
Category
Antique 1870s French Brooches
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Victorian Turquoise Locket Brooch Circa 1870
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian turquoise and half-pearl locket brooch featuring a raised domed turquoise cluster with a
Category
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, 15k Gold
Antique Natural Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Floral brooch, c1870's
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous Victorian brooch has been crafted in silver on gold, typical of its period. The
Category
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Silver
Victorian Carved Bone Riding or Hunting Brooch
Located in New York, NY
carved hoof is entwined by a textured snake like crop motif with gilt tips. 1870's. 3" x .75".
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Antique 1870s British Late Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Victorian Red Garnet Pearl Gold Mourning Jewelry Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
into the Victorian era with this poignant mourning brooch, crafted in the 1870s. The piece features a
Category
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Etruscan Revival Turquoise Cabochon, and Diamond Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
the 1870's. It has a three dimensional dome at its center, which is covered in turquoise cabochons of
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.25 in W 1.25 in Dm 1.26 in L 1.25 in
Victorian Emerald Diamond Quartz 18 Karat Gold Cupid Psyche Antique Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold
With partial maker's mark
Circa: 1870s
Measures: 1 x 1 3/8 inches
Total weight: 6.3 grams
Stock
Category
Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian c1870’s Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant in 9K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
, depicting Goddess wearing dress
Brooch measures 52mm x 42mm,
weighing 11.2gr.
Victorian, circa 1870’s
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Brooches
Materials
9k Gold
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W 1.66 in L 2.05 in
Mid-Victorian 9k Gold, Black Enamel, Banded Agate Mourning Meander Brooch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
- circa 1870's,
yet it's in remarkable condition
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Of English provenance,
this piece is set with a
Category
Antique 1830s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Agate, 9k Gold, Enamel
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W 1.54 in L 1.78 in
Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Pair Japan Shakudo Sea Dragon Samurai Warrior Lily Pad Brooches Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
wearable art during the period of the 1870s - 1900.
Here we have a very rare pair of Shakudo brooches
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Mixed Metal, Shakudo
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1870s Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1870s brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and silver, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1870s brooch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1870s brooch over the years, but those made by Donald Claflin for Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Co. and Eugene Fontenay are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any 1870s brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 92 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and cabochon alternatives. Most of our 1870s brooch for sale are for women, but there are 146 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a 1870s Brooch?
The price for a 1870s brooch starts at $285 and tops out at $108,973 with these brooches, on average, selling for $3,943.
Finding the Right brooches for You
Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones.
Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
Questions About 1870s Brooch
- What are the types of brooches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024There are many types of brooches. Originating from Scotland, Luckenbooth brooches feature a single heart or two interlocking hearts and are common romantic gifts. Bar brooches have a long, slender design similar to tie bars. En tremblant brooches typically feature floral forms connected by wires that allow them to sway or tremble as the wearer moves. Popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Aigrette brooches show off sweeping forms that resemble feathers. Cameo brooches have an oval or circular shape and flaunt a raised relief, usually depicting a person. Shop a large collection of brooches on 1stDibs.
- What is a golden brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A golden brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry designed with a hinged pin and catch that is fastened to clothing. It is a piece of ornament usually made of metal, often silver or gold. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooches.
- What is a brooch pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
- What is a bar brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bar brooch is a type of pin brooch. It is horizontal and elongated and comes in all shapes and sizes. Bar brooches are popular due to their ease of fastening. The pin of the brooch hooks through a looped fastening, once the brooch is attached to the wearer's lapel. Find a collection of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
- What were brooches used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooches are used as fastenings to secure a cloak, shawl or scarf. Decorative brooches also let wearers accessorize and personalize their ensemble. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary brooches from some of the top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- What is a navette brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A navette brooch is a brooch that features a gemstone in a Marquise cut. Its sides gently curve and meet at points on either end. Shop a variety of gemstone brooches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is a brooch a pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
- What is a paste brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A paste brooch will feature hand-cut polished glass. The paste glass is usually polished with metal until it is smooth and shines like a gemstone. A paste brooch is made of such glass and became popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds. Find a variety of paste brooches on 1stDibs.
- What are brooch pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooch 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To tell if a brooch is vintage, take a look at its fastener. Pieces made during the first half of the 20th century often had a long thin fastener that you push to open or close. This style of hardware is commonly known as a trombone clasp. Locking safety clasps emerged during the 1930s, and jewelers used them throughout the rest of the 20th century. You can also check brooches for a date stamp or research the maker's mark to determine who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the age. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or professional jeweler examine the piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of brooches from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021As the name suggests, mourning jewelry represents connection to a deceased individual or loved one. In the Victorian era, people were expected to wear mourning clothing and accessories following the death of a loved one. As brooches were popular during the Victorian period, they became a favorite for those who wanted to memorialize the dead. Find a collection of vintage and antique brooches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024To know if your brooch is valuable, first look for hallmarks that signify the maker. Then, use trusted online resources and/or reverse image searches to determine who produced your brooch. Once you know who the maker is, you can examine sales histories on online platforms to learn how much similar brooches have sold for in the past. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your brooch and give you an estimate of its value. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can authenticate a Chanel brooch by checking the back for a little oval stamp or embossed mark. It should be noted that some of the oldest jewelry pieces were not marked, but these pieces are extremely rare and do not often come up for sale. Most of the Chanel jewelry and brooches you will find are from the 1980s or later and will include an oval tag, plate, or stamp. Shop expertly vetted Chanel jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What are old brooches made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Old brooches may be made of a variety of materials. Silver and gold are the most commonly used, but some may be fashioned out of brass, nickel and other metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and modern brooches.
- What is an en tremblant brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022“En tremblant” is an old French phrase meaning “trembling”, which in jewelry refers to the feature of the piece. En tremblant brooches are crafted with gems and generally feature a floral motif, but can also branch out to birds and other designs. You’ll find a variety of en tremblant brooches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell how old a cameo brooch is for certain, you usually need to consult a licensed jewelry appraiser. This is because many authentic pieces do not have marks, and there are many modern reproductions that resemble the antique jewelry. Find a selection of expertly vetted antique cameo brooches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a Chanel brooch, look for the Chanel marking on the back. These markings can be easy to fake so it’s important to buy your luxury goods from reputable sources. Shop a collection of vintage and new Chanel jewelry, bags and clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jewelry makers mostly used C clasps on brooches during the 1890s and early 1900s. However, some designers continued to use them up until the 1930s. The clasp resembles a simple hook. Find a selection of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
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