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MiriamHaskell 1930s FrankHess TripleSeashell RussianGilt Flora WoodLeaf Brooch
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
, her first designer since 1926. The 1930s brooch features three seashells supporting an asymmetrical
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Vintage 1930s American Baroque Revival Brooches
Materials
Gold, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal
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W 3 in D 1 in L 3 in
Art Deco Diamond Cultured Pearl Platinum Plaque Brooch
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A stunning antique 1930s brooch with approximaltey 10.40 carat diamonds and a cultured pearl
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Rare Baumann Massa suitcase lady under palmtree brooch, vintage 1930 USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
original to the brooch.
Her jacket is set with tiny sparkling rhinestones,
Fantastic and rare figural 1930s
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Vintage 1930s American Artisan Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Base Metal
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H 2.37 in W 1.38 in
Antique 18k Gold Large Tiffany Grape Leaf Pearl Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
vintage 1930s brooch with great attention to detail and deep meaning. The pearl "grapes" in wine culture
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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Condition
This impressive antique 1930s brooch is fine quality set with very well color matched, very high
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Vintage 1930s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Diamond Black Onyx Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamonds.
This stunning 1930's brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
This
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
1930s Antique 2.85 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1930s 2.85 carat diamond and platinum brooch in the form of a bow; part of our
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Natural Pearl and 1.75ct Diamond and 17ct White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
each stone.
Condition
This impressive antique 1930's brooch is excellent quality, set with natural
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold
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H 0.25 in W 0.82 in L 1.54 in
1930s Diamond and Enamel 12k Yellow Gold Jockey Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique 1930s brooch is excellent quality, set with a quality of diamond suitable for this style of
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Vintage 1930s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 15.32 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Brooch, Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
further diamonds with baguette cuts representing the veins.
The antique 1930s diamond brooch secures to
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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H 0.7 in W 2.76 in Dm 2.32 in L 2.91 in
Miriam Haskell Brooch circa 1930's
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and Rare 1930's Miriam Haskell Leaf and Berry Brooch in a lush cinnabar cinnamon color
Category
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Antique Art Deco 3.51 Carat Diamond and Pearl Platinum Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1930s 3.51 carat diamond and pearl, platinum Art Deco brooch; part of our
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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H 0.27 in W 1.65 in L 1.54 in
Art Deco 4.95 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch, 1940s
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
verified as platinum.
This vintage 1930s brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930's Platinum Diamond Filigree Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
construction.
A true masterpiece from a bygone era, this vintage 1930's platinum diamond filigree brooch is a
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 4.32 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
dependent on their position within the design.
This versatile 1930s brooch may be separated into two halves
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.59 in W 2.51 in L 3.97 in
Art Deco 1930's Diamond Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A magnificent Art Deco bow brooch made of platinum and many diamonds. The brooch dates from the
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930’s Platinum Diamond Cornucopia Brooch 3.00ct
Located in Boston, MA
masterpiece from a bygone era, this vintage 1930's platinum diamond cornucopia brooch is a treasured heirloom
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Large 1930's Coro Seahorse Brooch
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
Seahorse brooch from the late 1930s of gilt yellow and pink metal, crystal pave and ruby baguettes
Category
Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930’s 18ct Gold, Emerald & Ruby Lizard Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Lizard Brooch
18ct Gold & Tested
Circa 1930’s
Cute, vintage gold brooch. A wonderful
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Coro 1930's Flag of Nations Brooch
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
Charming 1930's Flag of Nations Brooch by Coro. Even close to a hundred years ago, people needed
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Art Deco 1930's Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Gold Platinum Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This gorgeous 1930's Art Deco diamond and pearl bar brooch is set in an 18 karat gold platinum
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
1930s Buccellati Diamond Platinum Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
1930's Buccellati brooch set with 72 mix cut diamonds weighing approximately 6.2 carats.
Signed 'M
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1930's Open Filigree Diamond White Gold Brooch.
By Brilliant Stars
Located in Greenwich, CT
Crafted in 18 karat white gold and diamond brooch, circa 1930. Open design set with round
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
1930s Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Made in Germany in 1930's. With 1 brilliant-cut diamond weighing circa 0,20 ct.
and 2 oriental
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1930 Diamond Platinum Double Clip Pin s Scroll Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite vintage double clip pin brooch is finely crafted in solid platinum. It displays two
Category
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Glass Paste Starburst Brooch 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Glass Paste Starburst Brooch. Crafted around the 1930s this delightful pin features a
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Vintage 1930s Brooches
Art Deco Diamond Brooch-Clips, circa 1930s
Located in Wailea, HI
Art Deco Diamond Brooch-Clips Circa 1930's
With Over 10 carats of Diamonds
Infinite Ways To Wear
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch, circa 1930s
Located in Wailea, HI
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch Circa 1930's
Purchased From a Renowned Hollywood and Broadway
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
White Diamond
1930s Krementz Green Rose Gold Heart Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Krementz rose and green gold heart brooch. On a pink gold scale of 1 to 10 with 10 as the
Category
Early 20th Century Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Diamond Brooch 1930S
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Diamond Brooch. Circa 1930.
Total length: approx. 4.50 centimeters.
Total width: approx
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Brooch 1930S
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Important Diamond Brooch.
Circa 1930.
Length: approx. 7.80 centimeters / 3.07 inches
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Brooch 1930S
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Diamond Brooch.
Circa 1930.
Total length: approx. 5.00 centimeters / 1.97 inches.
Total
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1930s era butterfly brooch is set with a whimsical combination of diamonds, green
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1930s Bakelite "Goofy" Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming cartoon cat brooch from the the 1930s of stained and painted cream bakelite. Bakelite
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Art Deco Diamond Deer Brooch, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful little brooch is a lovely piece of vintage jewellery, perfect for an elegant wearer
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Platinum Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The brooch is finely crafted in platinum with diamonds weighing approximately total of 1.20, 2.00
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Ciro Paste Double Dress Clip Brooch 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Ciro Paste Double Dress Clip Brooch. Wear as a brooch or as a pair of dress clips. An
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Vintage 1930s Brooches
French 1930s Art Deco Sapphire Diamonds Platinum Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in platinum, dog head hallmark, and 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark.
Long antique
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gol...
French Art Deco 1930s Opal Diamonds Platinum Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in platinum, dog head hallmark.
Delightful antique brooch, it is adorned in the center with
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Classic Silver Marcasite Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
an ornate silver brooch with twinkling marcasites. It is of very good quality. Circa 1930s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Silver
Henry Schreiner 1930s ProngSetCrystal FloraSpray TeardropFrame GiltBrass Brooch
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Chicago, IL
this multi-color prong-set Bavarian crystal stylized-flora spray gold-gilt brass brooch before he began
Category
Vintage 1930s American Artist Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
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W 3 in D 1 in L 5 in
1930s rock crystal and diamond brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a stunningly elegant rock crystal and diamond brooch made in Austria in 1930s. The rock
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of jewellery dating to the 1930's is this novelty brooch depicting a 1920's/30's
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of jewellery dating to the 1930's is this novelty brooch depicting a 1920's/30's
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
Trifari Fur Clip Brooch with Floral Crystals by Alfred Philippe circa 1930's
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1930's Trifari Fur Clip Brooch by Alfred Philippe with lush gold leaves nestled with blue and
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Vintage 1930s American Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
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W 1.75 in D 0.5 in L 2.8 in
Vintage 1930’s Platinum Diamond Bow Pin
Located in Boston, MA
, this vintage 1930's platinum diamond bow pin is a cherished heirloom that will captivate generations to
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Nouveau Amethyst Paste & Seed Pearl Brooch - 10K Gold - Signed - C. 1930's
Located in Chatham, CA
- circa 1930's.
Excellent antique condition - all original - no loss - no damage - no repairs - minor
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.75 in W 1.63 in D 0.5 in
Italian Art Deco 1930s Silver & Shell Birth of Venus Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and Art Deco brooch of the Birth of the goddess Venus. It is mostly likely Italian and
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Vintage 1930s Italian Brooches
Materials
Silver
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W 2.38 in D 0.5 in L 2.63 in
Antique gold brooch with diamonds, 1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique gold brooch with elements of platinum with pearl and diamonds
Centrally set saltwater
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Art Deco Diamond Brooch with 0.95ct of Diamonds, Circa 1920-1930's, Platinum
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One Platinum (85%) raised Art Deco bar brooch set with a blend of approximately 0.95ct of early
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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W 0.48 in L 2.37 in
Incredible Circa 1930s Estate Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An incredible piece! A work of art!
Impeccable design and workmanship set with high quality F/G color VS clarity diamonds. Approximately 40 carats of diamonds, mainly old European...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1930s Double Diamond Platinum Clip Brooch
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Gorgeous 1930 platinum diamond double clip brooch consisting of two symmetrical parts at the feet
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Bells Oval Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat white gold.
This mischievous antique brooch is set in an openwork oval shape and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage Platinum Art Deco brooch, France, 1930s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique platinum Art Deco brooch from the 1930s.
The main diamond in a fancy cut, VS2 clarity and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Oval Silver and Garnet Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
width 2.3 cm / .9 inch.
This is a really lovely brooch with twinkling garnets, circa 1930s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Silver
Silver and Marcasite Rose Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful silver rose brooch with a safety chain, set with marcasites. Measuring length 6.4 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Silver
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Necklace and Brooch Combination, circa 1930s
Located in Wailea, HI
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Necklace and Brooch Combination Circa 1930's
Thirty Round Brilliant
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage English Art Deco Paste Double Dress Clip Brooch 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage English Art Deco Paste Double Dress Clip Brooch. Wear as a brooch or as a pair of dress
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Vintage 1930s Brooches
1930s Enamel, Gold and Platinum Snipe Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930s enamel, platinum, 15 karat rose and yellow gold bird brooch in the form
Category
Vintage 1930s Brooches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Late Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This platinum Late Deco flower brooch features four, deep blue, pear cut sapphires claw-set to
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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1930s Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1930s brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, platinum and 18k gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1930s 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 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a 1930s brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Alfred Philippe for Trifari, Cartier and Marcel Boucher are consistently popular. A 1930s brooch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 721, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our 1930s brooch for sale are for women, but there are 820 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a 1930s Brooch?
The price for a 1930s brooch starts at $70 and tops out at $495,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,846.
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 1930s Brooch
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Baguette Pony
Antique Jewelry Display Box
Roaring 20s Vintage Dresses
Onyx Brooches With Diamonds
Double Diamond Clip Brooch
Pink Jewelry Tiffany And Co
18k Gold Spray Brooch
Vintage Opal Ring Size 5
Platinum Vvs Diamond Brooch
Owl Diamond Pin
18k Diamond Spray Pin
Diamond Set Knot Brooch
Vintage Owl Pin
Vintage Owl Pins
Sapphire Diamond Spray Brooch
18k Barrette
Eternity Brooch
Onyx Bow Brooch