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Tiffany & Co. Retro 14K Bicolor Gold Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Retro 14K Bicolor Gold Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Retro 14K Bicolor Gold Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

This whimsical retro brooch by Tiffany and Co. in the swirling bow design is tied nicely together with two rows of baguette cut sapphires, diamonds and rubies. Accompanied by a Tiff...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Forget-Me-Not Brooch
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Forget-Me-Not Brooch

Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Forget-Me-Not Brooch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

A Van Cleef and Arpels sapphire and diamond 18 karat yellow gold Forget-Me-Not brooch, circa 1950 This exceptional forget-me-not brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels is designed as a bouque...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Collectible Line Vautrin Gilt Bronze Brooch, c. 1945
Collectible Line Vautrin Gilt Bronze Brooch, c. 1945

Collectible Line Vautrin Gilt Bronze Brooch, c. 1945

By Line Vautrin

Located in New York, NY

A collectible gilt-bronze brooch showing a sunlit lion was designed by pioneering French woman jeweler Line Vautrin, France, circa 1945. It is a small but mighty piece weighing 27.72...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Artist Brooches

Materials

Bronze

Marcel Boucher Retro Bow Knot Brooch
Marcel Boucher Retro Bow Knot Brooch

Marcel Boucher Retro Bow Knot Brooch

By Marcel Boucher

Located in New York, NY

Marcel Boucher retro sterling silver rose gold plate bow knot brooch. Rectangular cut rectanqular emerald blue stones are set along the bows edges. Dated 1945. Excellent Condition...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Coro Craft brooch in the shape of a key with attached lock sterling gold plated
Coro Craft brooch in the shape of a key with attached lock sterling gold plated

Coro Craft brooch in the shape of a key with attached lock sterling gold plated

By Corocraft

Located in Stuttgart, DE

A key-shaped brooch with an attached lock designed by Coro Craft in the 1940s in sterling gold plated. Decorated with blue rhinestones and small clear rhinestones. Measurement: Key ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Artisan Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Gold Plate, Silver

Gilded Silver Brooch by Sigurd Persson, Sweden, 1948
Gilded Silver Brooch by Sigurd Persson, Sweden, 1948

Gilded Silver Brooch by Sigurd Persson, Sweden, 1948

By Sigurd Persson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Beautiful gilded silver brooch by Sigurd Persson, in the form of two large leaves. Elegantly made with attention to detail in the veins and billowing form.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Modernist Brooches

Materials

Silver

Trifari Alfred Philippe Sterling Retro Clip Brooch
Trifari Alfred Philippe Sterling Retro Clip Brooch

Trifari Alfred Philippe Sterling Retro Clip Brooch

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Trifari rose gold plated sterling silver faux moonstone cabochon clip brooch by Alfred Philippe. This Retro brooch is further enhanced by pierce work, faux rubies and crystal rhinest...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

J.E. Caldwell & Co. Citrine Gemstone Shield Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
J.E. Caldwell & Co. Citrine Gemstone Shield Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold

J.E. Caldwell & Co. Citrine Gemstone Shield Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in MIAMI, FL

One geometric shaped shield brooch by famed jewelry house J.E. Caldwell & Co. The brooch is set with one Madeira Citrine gemstone in a lozenge shape. The gemstone is bezel set in the...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Robert Orange Seed Bead and Filigree Brooch
Robert Orange Seed Bead and Filigree Brooch

Robert Orange Seed Bead and Filigree Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Orange Seed Bead Wreath Brooch probably made by Robert, NY in the 1950's. Orange lined yellow seed beads are wrapped tightly around a circular base and topped with filigree finding...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

David Webb, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch, Certificate
David Webb, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch, Certificate

David Webb, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch, Certificate

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Founded in New York in 1948, David Webb became celebrated for exuberant, sculptural jewels inspired by nature. This authenticated flower clip exemplifies his distinctive vocabulary: ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Romantic Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch
1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch

1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.65 carat diamond and 0.48 carat ruby, 18 karat yellow gold and 18k white gold set flag brooch; part of our diverse diamond jewellery and est...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Massive Mexican Sterling Parrot Brooch c 1940s
Massive Mexican Sterling Parrot Brooch c 1940s

Massive Mexican Sterling Parrot Brooch c 1940s

Located in University City, MO

Massive Mexican sterling parrot brooch c 1940s The large scale artisan brooch is designed with an exotic bird figure perched on a branch The wings are accented with etched impre...

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Artisan Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & Co. 14kt gold Retro double - clip brooch
TIFFANY & Co. 14kt gold Retro double - clip brooch

TIFFANY & Co. 14kt gold Retro double - clip brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Braintree, GB

Tiffany & Co. Retro double - clip brooch crafted in 14kt gold, showcasing the bold and sculptural design. Made in Circa 1940s. Signed Tiffany & Co. with 14kt gold mark. This brooch ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Retro Flato gold, ruby, and diamond hand brooch watch
Retro Flato gold, ruby, and diamond hand brooch watch

Retro Flato gold, ruby, and diamond hand brooch watch

By Paul Flato

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold, ruby, and diamond brooch in the form of a lady's hand holding a watch, and further embellished with a diamond eternity band and ruby bracelet with a diamond charm, in 1...

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

1940s Silver Gilt Sunburst Design Vintage Brooch and Earrings Set
1940s Silver Gilt Sunburst Design Vintage Brooch and Earrings Set

1940s Silver Gilt Sunburst Design Vintage Brooch and Earrings Set

Located in Wilmslow, England

This striking jewellery set dates from the 1940s. Condition Report: Very Good - A tiny element of rubbing to the gilded surface. This is only visible upon very close inspection and...

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Silver

Dragonfly Gem-Set Sweater Clip Brooch
Dragonfly Gem-Set Sweater Clip Brooch

Dragonfly Gem-Set Sweater Clip Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A stylized gold dragonfly with wings of circular or square-cut rubies, sapphires, and emeralds Yellow gold 1 ¾ x 2 ins; Gross weight 14.6 9.3 dwts

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire

Decorative dress clip from the early 1940's, signed EISENBERG ORIGINAL USA
Decorative dress clip from the early 1940's, signed EISENBERG ORIGINAL USA

Decorative dress clip from the early 1940's, signed EISENBERG ORIGINAL USA

By Eisenberg Originals

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Large classic EISENBERG CLIP, from the great American master of stone! His creations compete in light and color with the most prcious stones. Dimensions: Clip height 11 cm - Cli...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

18K White Gold Open Work 1.25 Carat Diamond Brooch
18K White Gold Open Work 1.25 Carat Diamond Brooch

18K White Gold Open Work 1.25 Carat Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Crafted in 1940's this remarkable brooch is made of 18K White Gold in an open work rectangular shape.

Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst and Sterling Taxco Silver Brooch February Birthstone 1945
Amethyst and Sterling Taxco Silver Brooch February Birthstone 1945

Amethyst and Sterling Taxco Silver Brooch February Birthstone 1945

By Taxco

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful purple amethyst and sterling silver brooch from Taxco Mexico. The top portion consists of an elaborate ribbon design with raised dots and a circular amethyst followed by...

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Oak Leaf Brooch with Diamonds
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Oak Leaf Brooch with Diamonds

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Oak Leaf Brooch with Diamonds

Located in Troy, MI

Exquisite double oak leaf brooch with beautifully placed round bezel set diamonds on linen like gold. With the dimensional ripples on the leaves and their satiny texture you can almo...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 7.75cttw, Circa 1945
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 7.75cttw, Circa 1945

Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 7.75cttw, Circa 1945

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 7.75cttw, Circa 1945 Stunning Platinum Art Deco Diamond ribbon brooch or pendant. Mounted with quality sparkling white 69 Baguette Diamonds t...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1940s Miriam Haskell Turquoise glass Brooch Pin Book Piece
1940s Miriam Haskell Turquoise glass Brooch Pin Book Piece

1940s Miriam Haskell Turquoise glass Brooch Pin Book Piece

By Miriam Haskell

Located in Wallkill, NY

Fantastic Early 1940s Miriam HASKELL Turquoise Corsage Brooch. measuring 2.6 in x 1.44 in. Pieces of this set can be seen in "Miriam Haskell Jewelry" by Gordon & Pamfiloff, pages...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

1940s Retro Ruby and Diamond Ribbon Spray Brooch in 14K Yellow and Rose Gold
1940s Retro Ruby and Diamond Ribbon Spray Brooch in 14K Yellow and Rose Gold

1940s Retro Ruby and Diamond Ribbon Spray Brooch in 14K Yellow and Rose Gold

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A striking example of Retro era craftsmanship, this 1940s brooch features an exuberant ribbon and spray motif crafted in a mix of 14K yellow, rose, and white gold. The flowing design...

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin Retro Reflection Sapphire Diamond Brooch Gold 1940s
Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin Retro Reflection Sapphire Diamond Brooch Gold 1940s

Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin Retro Reflection Sapphire Diamond Brooch Gold 1940s

By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin

Located in Lisbon, PT

One-of-a-kind Retro Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin Reflection 7.60ct Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Floral Bouquet Brooch in 14K Yellow, Pink and White Gold, 1940s. This vintage brooch is ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

Period 1945–1950 8.64 carat Diamonds  Platinum Brooch
Period 1945–1950 8.64 carat Diamonds  Platinum Brooch

Period 1945–1950 8.64 carat Diamonds Platinum Brooch

Located in MADRID, ES

Elegant brooch from the period 1945–1950, showcasing a sophisticated design set with brilliant diamonds in various cuts. A timeless piece crafted in high-quality platinum. Technica...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Platinum Brooch
Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Platinum Brooch

Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Platinum Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted Retro brooch from ca 1945. Three 18 karat yellow gold fan shaped elements, on different levels, connect into each other to give an im...

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Marcel Boucher Aquamarine and Sapphire Floral Spray Brooch
Marcel Boucher Aquamarine and Sapphire Floral Spray Brooch

Marcel Boucher Aquamarine and Sapphire Floral Spray Brooch

By Marcel Boucher

Located in New York, NY

Marcel Boucher leafy floral spray brooch of crystal rhinestone pave, faux aquamarine and sapphire round chatons set in rhodium plated base metal, 1940s USA. Excellent Condition. Mar...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Vintage 1950's Roger Jeane-Pierre Paris Crystal brooch
Vintage 1950's Roger Jeane-Pierre Paris Crystal brooch

Vintage 1950's Roger Jeane-Pierre Paris Crystal brooch

By Roger Jean-Pierre

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Rare early 1950s Vintage French rhinestones brooch by Roger Jeane-Pierre Paris. A very elegant vintage brooch by Roger Jeane Pierre Paris from the early 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

Vintage Flower Painting On Porcelain Sweden Fully Signed Silver Brooch
Vintage Flower Painting On Porcelain Sweden Fully Signed Silver Brooch

Vintage Flower Painting On Porcelain Sweden Fully Signed Silver Brooch

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This oval porcelain miniature of a flamboyant flower arrangement on a black background is mounted in a silver brooch decorated with twisted silver wire. The reverse of the brooch is ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Brooches

Materials

Silver

Alfred Philippe for Trifari  Aquamarine Retro Clip Brooch
Alfred Philippe for Trifari  Aquamarine Retro Clip Brooch

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Aquamarine Retro Clip Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Alfred Philippe for Trifari faux aquamarine retro swirl clip brooch. Composed of yellow gold plated sterling silver ribbed chevron, with large rectangular focal aquamarine. Excellent...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Retro Brooch with Rubies and Diamonds
Tiffany & Co. Retro Brooch with Rubies and Diamonds

Tiffany & Co. Retro Brooch with Rubies and Diamonds

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Darnestown, MD

This scrolling gold, diamond and ruby brooch by Tiffany is the epitome of Retro design. Two draped lengthwise loops of gold give the appearance of fabric. Scrolling across the front ...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Retro Lily Clip Brooch
Alfred Philippe for Trifari Retro Lily Clip Brooch

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Retro Lily Clip Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Excellent Condition. Signed. 1940's USA. L 3. 7/8" x W 2. 3/4"

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal, Rose Gold, Rhodium

Marcel Boucher Vintage Gold Sunburst Fuchsia Crystals Openwork Circle Brooch
Marcel Boucher Vintage Gold Sunburst Fuchsia Crystals Openwork Circle Brooch

Marcel Boucher Vintage Gold Sunburst Fuchsia Crystals Openwork Circle Brooch

By Marcel Boucher

Located in Wokingham, England

Marcel Boucher Vintage 1940s Sunburst Fuchsia Red Purple Rectangle Crystals Openwork Circle Round Disc Door Knocker Belt Brooch, Light gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

1942 Alfred Philippe for Trifari Tropical Fantasy Bird Clip Brooch
1942 Alfred Philippe for Trifari Tropical Fantasy Bird Clip Brooch

1942 Alfred Philippe for Trifari Tropical Fantasy Bird Clip Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Unique with brilliant colors and all original paint, such a special piece that invokes the booming tropics of the 1940’s.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Paul Flato Imperio Gold Coin Pendant Brooch Watch
Paul Flato Imperio Gold Coin Pendant Brooch Watch

Paul Flato Imperio Gold Coin Pendant Brooch Watch

By Paul Flato

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950 Paul Flato Iconic Gold Coin Watch, measuring 2 3/8 inches in length and 1 3/4 inches wide. The entire piece is 18k Yellow Gold with the authentic and all hand cut out for ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

1940s William Spratling Amethyst Sterling Silver Pin Brooch
1940s William Spratling Amethyst Sterling Silver Pin Brooch

1940s William Spratling Amethyst Sterling Silver Pin Brooch

By William Spratling

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning 1940s Spratling Brooch. Large Amethyst Center Cabochon. Hallmarked on the back dating this to the 1940s. This is a stunning piece of the prized silversmith's work. This is o...

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Trifari Alfred Philippe Jelly Belly Trumpeting Elephant Brooch
Trifari Alfred Philippe Jelly Belly Trumpeting Elephant Brooch

Trifari Alfred Philippe Jelly Belly Trumpeting Elephant Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Rare Trifari Alfred Philippe trumpeting elephant Jelly Belly brooch of gold plated sterling silver with teardrop faux sapphire cabochons and crystal rhinestone pave. The Jelly Belly...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Vintage 0.95 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Boat Brooch Circa 1945
Vintage 0.95 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Boat Brooch Circa 1945

Vintage 0.95 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Boat Brooch Circa 1945

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning vintage 1940's 0.95 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set boat brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 K Vintage Amethyst Diamond Brooch Stockholm 1949
18 K Vintage Amethyst Diamond Brooch Stockholm 1949

18 K Vintage Amethyst Diamond Brooch Stockholm 1949

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

Pretty, openworked 18 K white Gold brooch set with one octagonal Amethyst weighing approximately 14 ct. Surrounded by 30 brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately 1.10 ct, Wessel...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Post-War Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 17ct Diamond Double Clip Brooch, c.1940s
Art Deco 17ct Diamond Double Clip Brooch, c.1940s

Art Deco 17ct Diamond Double Clip Brooch, c.1940s

Located in London, GB

A remarkable Art Deco double clip brooch dating back to c.1940s. This intricate platinum brooch has an impressive 167 diamonds, all delicately grain set. It has a combination of diam...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond & 18 Carat Gold Knot Ribbon Brooch with Dangle Snake Chain Fringe Drops
Diamond & 18 Carat Gold Knot Ribbon Brooch with Dangle Snake Chain Fringe Drops

Diamond & 18 Carat Gold Knot Ribbon Brooch with Dangle Snake Chain Fringe Drops

Located in London, GB

Treat yourself or someone you love to this stunning ribbon spray brooch, masterfully crafted from 18 carat yellow and white gold. This elegant brooch is designed in a captivating ri...

Category

Vintage 1940s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Mazer Topaz and Citrine Floral Spray Retro Brooch
Large Mazer Topaz and Citrine Floral Spray Retro Brooch

Large Mazer Topaz and Citrine Floral Spray Retro Brooch

By Mazer

Located in New York, NY

Retro Large Mazer citrine leaf and topaz triple flower head floral brooch with crystal pave bow. Of gold plate base metal, crystal rhinestones and faceted paste oval stones.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Important Trifari Alfred Phillippe Fruit Salad Bird Brooch
Important Trifari Alfred Phillippe Fruit Salad Bird Brooch

Important Trifari Alfred Phillippe Fruit Salad Bird Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Rare Trifari Alfred Phillippe massive bird brooch of rhodium plate base metal. The wings are ornamented with white opal and blue faux chalcedony molded and engraved glass vari size ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

French Yaèche Frères 18k Gold Figural Brooch Coral Turquoise Vintage Retro Clip
French Yaèche Frères 18k Gold Figural Brooch Coral Turquoise Vintage Retro Clip

French Yaèche Frères 18k Gold Figural Brooch Coral Turquoise Vintage Retro Clip

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

DESIGNER: Yaèche Frères CIRCA: 1940s MATERIALS: 18k Gold GEMSTONE: Turquoise, Coral, Ruby WEIGHT: 7.9 Grams MEASUREMENTS: 1 ¼” x 1 ¾” HALLMARKS: Yaèche Frères, Paris, French gold ea...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Coral, 18k Gold

Antique 14K Filigree Jade & Pearl Brooch-Pendant with Nephrite Cabochon
Antique 14K Filigree Jade & Pearl Brooch-Pendant with Nephrite Cabochon

Antique 14K Filigree Jade & Pearl Brooch-Pendant with Nephrite Cabochon

Located in Miami, FL

A beautifully romantic antique 14K gold brooch–pendant, masterfully crafted in ornate openwork filigree and centered with a glowing 19 × 14 mm natural Nephrite jade cabochon. The jad...

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1940s Blue Glass and Enamel Vintage Statement Floral Posy Brooch
Vintage 1940s Blue Glass and Enamel Vintage Statement Floral Posy Brooch

Vintage 1940s Blue Glass and Enamel Vintage Statement Floral Posy Brooch

Located in Wilmslow, England

This opulent and glamorous brooch features an elaborate floral design and was created in the 1940s. It was most likely made by the American Staret company who specialised in large sc...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Base Metal, Enamel

Trifari Sterling Vermeil Caduceus Brooch
Trifari Sterling Vermeil Caduceus Brooch

Trifari Sterling Vermeil Caduceus Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Trifari Sterling Vermeil Caduceus brooch from the 1940's by Alfred Phillipe in pink gold washed sterling. 1.25" x 1.5" wide. 1940's USA.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Retro 2.06ctw Diamond & 1.33tcw Ruby 14K Rose Gold Floral Bouquet Brooch 1940s
Retro 2.06ctw Diamond & 1.33tcw Ruby 14K Rose Gold Floral Bouquet Brooch 1940s

Retro 2.06ctw Diamond & 1.33tcw Ruby 14K Rose Gold Floral Bouquet Brooch 1940s

Located in Towson, MD

This Retro 1940s 14 karat rose gold brooch is a lavish floral bouquet design, set with a total of 9 old European cut and single cut diamonds alongside 18 round cut rubies. At the cen...

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

1940s Oscar Heyman Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch
1940s Oscar Heyman Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch

1940s Oscar Heyman Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch

By Oscar Heyman

Located in New York, NY

A 1941 yellow sapphire, ruby, and diamond brooch designed as a naturalist floral spray, the central flower enhanced by calf's-head-cut yellow sapphire petals, accented by square-cut ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Retro Fluted Swirl Ribbon Floral Fan Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Retro Fluted Swirl Ribbon Floral Fan Brooch 18k Yellow Gold

Retro Fluted Swirl Ribbon Floral Fan Brooch 18k Yellow Gold

Located in beverly hills, CA

Crafted in warm 18K yellow gold, it features a lustrous finish that adds a touch of elegance. The understated design is enhanced by a fluted surface, creating a striking visual impac...

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Brooch
1940s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Brooch

1940s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Splendid retro brooch, it forms an openwork knot with gold threads. The center has original synthetic rubies in pavement, shouldered on ...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French GIA Certified No Oil Colombian Emerald Platinum Diamond Brooch
French GIA Certified No Oil Colombian Emerald Platinum Diamond Brooch

French GIA Certified No Oil Colombian Emerald Platinum Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

An outstanding 1940s brooch of French origin, masterfully crafted in platinum with French assay marks. The brooch features two vivid Colombian emeralds of fine color and clarity, wei...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Running Blue Sapphire Horse Unicorn Brooch
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Running Blue Sapphire Horse Unicorn Brooch

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Running Blue Sapphire Horse Unicorn Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Unisex Sapphire Rectangle Blue Navy Crystals Unicorn Running Horse Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, n...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Trifari Jelly Belly Sailfish Clip Brooch, Norman Bel Geddes
Trifari Jelly Belly Sailfish Clip Brooch, Norman Bel Geddes

Trifari Jelly Belly Sailfish Clip Brooch, Norman Bel Geddes

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Rare Trifari Norman Bel Geddes Jelly Belly fish brooch designed in 1941. This Jelly Belly Sailfish Clip-Brooch is formed of a yellow and rose gold plated base metal alternating to fo...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Marcel Boucher flower brooch, rhodium enameled flowers and leaves, signed MB
Marcel Boucher flower brooch, rhodium enameled flowers and leaves, signed MB

Marcel Boucher flower brooch, rhodium enameled flowers and leaves, signed MB

By Marcel Boucher

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Brooch with 2 flowers by Marcel Boucher, enamelled in light blue and yellow, a large cut rhinestone as a pistil.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium

Coro Vintage 1940s Gold White Pearls Turquoise Wishbone Ruby Red Flowers Brooch
Coro Vintage 1940s Gold White Pearls Turquoise Wishbone Ruby Red Flowers Brooch

Coro Vintage 1940s Gold White Pearls Turquoise Wishbone Ruby Red Flowers Brooch

By Coro

Located in Wokingham, England

Coro Vintage 1940s Iconic Turquoise Light Blue White Pearls Wishbone Ruby Red Flowers Bouquet Leaf Talisman Sterling Silver Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Bird Ruby Red Eye Crystals Swallow Perch Brooch
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Bird Ruby Red Eye Crystals Swallow Perch Brooch

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Bird Ruby Red Eye Crystals Swallow Perch Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Unisex Vivid Ruby Red Eye Whole Crystals Cabochon Swallow Bird Perch Brooch, Silver Tone Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour los...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Vermeil Carved Moss-in-Snow Jade Brooch by Ming's, Circa 1940s
Vermeil Carved Moss-in-Snow Jade Brooch by Ming's, Circa 1940s

Vermeil Carved Moss-in-Snow Jade Brooch by Ming's, Circa 1940s

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This elegant vermeil carved moss-in-snow jade brooch showcases the refined craftsmanship and cultural artistry for which Ming’s jewelry is celebrated. The jade features a striking na...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Jade, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Retro Gold, Aquamarine, and Ruby Fan-Shaped Clip Brooch
Retro Gold, Aquamarine, and Ruby Fan-Shaped Clip Brooch

Retro Gold, Aquamarine, and Ruby Fan-Shaped Clip Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold clip brooch of scrolled, fan-shaped design set with a large central aquamarine framed on three sides by calibre cut rubies, accented with inset round cut rubies, in 18k....

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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

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1940 Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 1940 brooch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold. You can easily find a 3917 antique edition and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1940 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. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a 1940 brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Alfred Philippe for Trifari and Cartier are consistently popular. While most can agree that any 1940 brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 853 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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. Finding a 1940 brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 991 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 1940 Brooch?

On average, a 1940 brooch at 1stDibs sells for $1,999, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $375,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Brooches for You

Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step. 

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. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.

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 for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.