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Late Deco Diamond and Ruby Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This original 1940s brooch, with box, is a beautifully made design with a collection of diamonds
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Brooch 1940s in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamonds and Rubies Platinum
Located in Paris, FR
jewelery from the 1940s. Brooch in the shape of an eventful knot in 18-carat yellow gold and 950 platinum
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Wirework 18K Gold & Platinum 1940s 0.50 Carat Diamond Brooch
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage beauty shines bright in this classy 1940s brooch made with sleek and sweeping curves of 18
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
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W 1.5 in D 0.5 in L 2 in
1.60 Carat Ruby Emerald Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Flower gemstone brooch and pendant. This beautifully hand crafted 1940's brooch is enriched with 9
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Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Emerald, Ruby, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ottoman Style Turkish Silver Brooch or Veil Pin with Moorish Filigree
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Eastern collectible silver jewelry brooch pin in circular form.
Stunning 1940s brooch with citrine
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Early 20th Century Turkish Decorative Objects
Ottoman Style Turkish Silver Brooch or Veil Pin with Moorish Filigree
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Eastern collectible silver jewelry brooch pin in circular form.
Stunning 1940s brooch with citrine
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Early 20th Century Turkish Islamic Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Rare 1940's French Galleon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This divine Gilt Metal Brooch set with French Cut Emerald and Ruby pastes and prong set stones is a
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Vintage 1940s French Brooches
Coro Brooch/ Pin, USA 1940's
By Coro
Located in Berlin, DE
USA 1940's. Plastic and sterling silver. Green cabochons as eyes. Marked with STERLING on the back
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Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
1940's Faux Sapphire Retro Swirl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, dimensional faux sapphire retro swirl brooch from the 1940's. A swirl of rose gold
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
1940s Diamond Gold Fish Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Europe, 1940's design. Made in 18K yellow gold. Accented by 16 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing
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Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940'S Dress Clips Rubies and Diamonds Convertable to Brooch 14K Rose Gold
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
1940'S Dress Clips Rubies and Diamonds Convertible to Brooch 14K Rose Gold
31.58 Pennyweight
16
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1.64 Carat Round Yellow Blue Sapphire Gold 1940's Heart Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co. 1940's Sapphire brooch. Set with 11 round yellow sapphires and 6 round blue sapphires
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Early 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Ruby Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
USA 1940's. Pavé-set with 8 rubies weighing 0,80 ct., 6 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1,20 ct
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Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
RETRO 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sun Flower Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this superb floral brooch circa 1940's.
A true stunner this brooch is
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.5 in L 2.25 in
Diamond Pendant / Brooch, Circa 1940s
Located in Southbury, CT
pendant /brooch from around 1940. The total diamond weight is estimated to be just over 2 carats.
The
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Baroque Revival Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Coro Retro Style Ballerina Brooch, 1940s
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
Retro Style Coro Brooch circa 1940s. The yellow gold colored brooch of a leaping ballerina with
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
1940s Cartier Diamond, Ruby Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite piece by Cartier dating back to the 1940s, comprising a brooch designed as two flower
Category
Vintage 1940s American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1940s Massive Glittering Crystal Butterfly Brooch
Located in University City, MO
1940s Massive glittering crystal butterfly brooch
The exquisite brooch is encrusted with deep pink
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches
1940s Sapphire Diamond Gold Poodle Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
The 23 diamonds weighing approximately 0,74 ct. The fine chiseling in the gold symbolizes the structure of the fur that has even been treated differently on breast and tail. The diam...
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Vintage 1940s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
1940s Joseff of Hollywood Large Brooch
By Eugene Joseff
Located in Austin, TX
1940s Gorgeous Joseff of Hollywood brooch with green stone. Eugene Joseff was best known for his
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches
Versatile 1940s Diamond Brooch Clips 6.30 Carats
Located in Wailea, HI
1940's Diamond Brooch Clips
This stunning 1940's diamond brooch clip is a truly unique and
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
FLOWER BROOCH BY CORO CRAFT, Sterling Silver vermeille, USA 1940's
By Corocraft
Located in Stuttgart, DE
in Sterling Silver is from the 1940's
- Material of the brooch is sterling silver and very well Gold
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Vintage 1940s Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
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H 3.75 in W 2.17 in D 0.32 in
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Cartier Bow Brooch, ca. 1940s.
The bow is studded with old-cut diamonds of circa 2.5
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Platinum 1940's Old Cut, Baguette Fan Style Double Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
the 1920s because of their versatility. This particular brooch was created in 1940's and is designed
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Platinum
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
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Artisan Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late Deco 4.00ct Diamond Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Late Deco period, this mesmerising double clip brooch features a wonderfully
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage French Emerald Paste Droplet Brooch 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A delightful Vintage French Emerald Paste Brooch. Whilst unsigned nor attributed this piece carries
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Vintage 1940s Brooches
1940s Aquamarine and Diamond Flower Brooch in Platinum
Located in Wailea, HI
1940's Aquamarine and Diamond Flower Brooch in Platinum
Five Calf's Head Cut Aquamarines Weighing
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Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, Platinum
Retro Diamond Bow Gold Brooch, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro diamond bow motif 18K yellow and white gold brooch featuring 21 round brilliant cut
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Coro Parrot Duette Brooch-Fur Clip, 1940s
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
fur clips.
Signed: Coro Duette
AT: 1798867
Period: Circa 1940's
Length: 9cm / 3.5''
Condition: very
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Vintage 1940s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Art Deco Jeweled Sterling Peacock Brooch c 1940s
Located in University City, MO
Art Deco Jeweled sterling figural peacock brooch c 1940s
The stylized bird brooch is embellished
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Coro Craft birds brooch on branch, enamailing, gold plated Sterling, 1940's USA
By Corocraft
Located in Stuttgart, DE
rhinestones.
- Signed with Coro Craft Sterling
- Designer Adolf Katz in the 1940's USA
-Excellent Condition
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Vintage 1940s American Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
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W 2.17 in D 0.48 in L 1.97 in
Vintage Reja Attr. Emerald Paste Peacock Brooch 1940s
By Reja
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A charming Vintage Reja Peacock Brooch. Golden metalwork surrounds a huge green fancy cut crystal
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Vintage 1940s Brooches
Vintage Miriam Haskell Pearl Layered Leaf Brooch 1940s
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An important and delightful, highly coveted Miriam Haskell Pearl Brooch. Crafted with the
Category
Vintage 1940s Brooches
1940s Whimsical Gold and Gem set Marimba Dancer Brooches
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Marimba Dancer brooches, these very whimsical and detailed Brooches are 14k Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
M. BOUCHER SHEAF-OF-WHEAT BROOCH, Rhodium plated, rhinestones pavé, 1940's USA
By Marcel Boucher
Located in Stuttgart, DE
designer for Trifari, started his own company BOUCHER in the 1930's in New York.
Rare an highly
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Rhodium
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H 4.34 in W 2.17 in
Vintage Emerald Cut Ruby Crystal Cocktail Brooch 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A vintage red crystal brooch from the mid century, presenting a rare and beautiful combination of
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Vintage 1940s Brooches
1940s Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch, 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
A 1940s Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The size is two
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Vintage 1940s Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Art Deco Rose Gold on Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A unsigned beauty from the 1940s is this vintage Art Deco spiral Art Deco brooch. It is very much
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1940s 18k Gold Retro Sapphire and Diamond Clip Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very sleek and elegant Sapphire and Diamond Clip Brooch made in the 1940s, depicting the typical
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Heavy Elegant 18k bow Brooch - 1940's collar pin - solid gold rose cut diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
1940's. This stunning brooch is hallmarked with a 0,750 mark ensuring us this beauty is made in solid
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 2.11 in D 0.6 in L 1.54 in
Diamond Platinum Double Clip Brooch 1940S
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond Platinum and white gold 18K Double Clip Brooch.
Total diamond weight: approximately 4.20
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Vintage 1940s European Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Platinum 1940s Gia Pear Shape & Round Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1940s
Item Details:
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 12.0 grams
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco Diamond Royal Navy Crown Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful piece of history, this Royal Navy crown brooch is grain set with 0.53 carat of diamonds
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Important Diamond Flower Brooch in Platinum, circa 1940s 15.65 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Important Diamond Flower Brooch in Platinum circa 1940's 15.65 carats
One Round Brilliant Cut
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
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W 2.25 in D 0.5 in L 2 in
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
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1940s Platinum Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 9.4 grams
Diamond Details: 2.00ct, total weight. Natural Diamonds. E-F Color, VS Clarity, Baguette and Transitiona...
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 14k Gold Double Clip Pin Brooch, Retro 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic and timeless double clips made of 14 karat yellow and rose gold.
Measurements: 1 3/16" x 1 3/8" (3.5 x 3 cm) each.
Weight: 31.9 grams.
Stamped with Cartier maker's mark, hallma...
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Vintage 1940s British Retro Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1940's Cartier Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fanned Retro Unisex Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Clip style brooch is designed as a yellow gold form with fanned rose gold extensions
Featuring a
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1940s Sterling Vermeil Art Deco Stylized Fish Brooch Set
Located in University City, MO
1940s Sterling vermeil art deco stylized fish brooch set
The elegant brooch and matching screw
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Platinum Diamond "Spade" Pin Circa 1940's .85 Carats
Located in Wailea, HI
Platinum Diamond "Spade" Pin Circa 1940's .85 Carats
19 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Weighing .85
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 1940s 8.00cttw Diamond Double Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
your day.
Circa 1940's.
Hand set diamonds totaling 8.00 ct.
Each brooch measures: 32mm x 25mm.
Each
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20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Georg Jensen 18ct Yellow Gold Brooch #343, Circa 1940s
By Georg Jensen
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold kneeling fawn brooch #343, designed by Arno Malinowski for Georg Jensen.
The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brooch Natural River Pearls, Circa 1940s-1950s
Located in Southbury, CT
Whimsical and elegant, this highly detailed brooch was skilfully, artistically created entirely by
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Flora and Fauna Emerald and Diamond Brooch in Platinum, circa 1940s
Located in Wailea, HI
Flora and Fauna Emerald and Diamond Brooch in Platinum Circa 1940's
Total Diamond Weight 2.35
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18 Kt Yellow Gold Fan Brooch 1940s
Located in Bari, IT
Parure 18 Kt gold brooch and earrings, Italian manufacture, 1940s.Beautiful bouquet design
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Antique 19th Century Italian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rare Enamel Reja Carrot Brooch, 1940S
By Reja
Located in New York, NY
Vintage enamel brooch by Reja in the form of carrot with green haulm and rhinestones embelishment
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Enamel
1940s Buccellati Leaf Lapel Pin Brooch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mario Buccellati Leaf Lapel Pin / Brooch - 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Features:
Very rare corkscrew
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.34 in D 0.4 in L 0.6 in
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1940s Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the 1940s brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and silver. Find an antique version now, or shop for 2036 vintage or 13 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 1940s brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 1940s brooch from Alfred Philippe for Trifari, Tiffany & Co. and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 1940s brooch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 394 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and mixed cut versions for sale. Most of our 1940s brooch for sale are for women, but there are 540 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a 1940s Brooch?
Prices for a 1940s brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $71 and can go as high as $200,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,613.
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 1940s Brooch
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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