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70s Brooch

Yves Saint Laurent Butterfly Brooch, 1960s-70s
Yves Saint Laurent Butterfly Brooch, 1960s-70s

Yves Saint Laurent Butterfly Brooch, 1960s-70s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Golden metal butterfly brooch with glass paste. Jewellery

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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 70's Flower Brooch/Necklace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 70's Flower Brooch/Necklace

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 70's Flower Brooch/Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in PARIS, FR

This original and one-of-a-kind brooch is a vintage piece from Yves Saint Laurent from the 70's

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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

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Rock Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 70's Haute Couture Gold  Brooch/Necklace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 70's Haute Couture Gold  Brooch/Necklace

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 70's Haute Couture Gold Brooch/Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in PARIS, FR

This singulare vintage piece from YVES SAINT LAURENT is a brooch from the 70's. It is designed as a

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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Ole Bjørn Krüger, four unique brooches in glazed stoneware, 1960/70s
Ole Bjørn Krüger, four unique brooches in glazed stoneware, 1960/70s

Ole Bjørn Krüger, four unique brooches in glazed stoneware, 1960/70s

Located in bronshoj, DK

Ole Bjørn Krüger (1922-2007), Danish sculptor and ceramicist. Four unique brooches in glazed

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Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Brooches

70s Art Deco Round Crystal Pin, Vintage Silver-Tone Brooch, Prong Set, Clear
70s Art Deco Round Crystal Pin, Vintage Silver-Tone Brooch, Prong Set, Clear

70s Art Deco Round Crystal Pin, Vintage Silver-Tone Brooch, Prong Set, Clear

Located in Milford, DE

-inspired brooch from the 1970s. This round pin showcases a dazzling array of clear crystals, round and

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20th Century North American Art Deco Brooches

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Crystal

Chanel 70s Gripoix Cross Pin/Pendant
Chanel 70s Gripoix Cross Pin/Pendant

Chanel 70s Gripoix Cross Pin/Pendant

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel rare and collectible 70s cross pin that can be worn as a pendant. Gripoix (poured glass

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Late 20th Century Brooches

1970s Gold Pearl and Diamond Freeform Pendant Brooch
1970s Gold Pearl and Diamond Freeform Pendant Brooch

1970s Gold Pearl and Diamond Freeform Pendant Brooch

By Arthur King

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Brutalist 70s Pendant/brooch in the manner of Arthur King. The large 3 1/4 x 2" 14k tendril-like

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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

18kt Gold & Gem-Set Mechanical “Stealing Time” Brooch Watch C.1960s
18kt Gold & Gem-Set Mechanical “Stealing Time” Brooch Watch C.1960s

18kt Gold & Gem-Set Mechanical “Stealing Time” Brooch Watch C.1960s

Located in Braintree, GB

other bold designers of the 1960s and ’70s. The brooch’s concept – a thief cracking open a diamond-set

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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold

70s Vintage Hedgehog Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Sapphire Eyes Animal Jewelry
70s Vintage Hedgehog Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Sapphire Eyes Animal Jewelry

70s Vintage Hedgehog Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Sapphire Eyes Animal Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage Hedgehog pendant/brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1970s). Two

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Late 20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Pierre Cardin 70s Owl black & white enamel brooch/pendant
Pierre Cardin 70s Owl black & white enamel brooch/pendant

Pierre Cardin 70s Owl black & white enamel brooch/pendant

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Verviers, BE

Fun and Iconic vintage piece of Pierre Cardin black & white enamel 70s brooch pendant. Silver

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Vintage 1970s Brooches

70's 925 Sterling Silver Stylized Monogram Letter "M" Brooch-Mexico
70's 925 Sterling Silver Stylized Monogram Letter "M" Brooch-Mexico

70's 925 Sterling Silver Stylized Monogram Letter "M" Brooch-Mexico

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

70's 925 Sterling Silver Monogram Brooch Letter "M" Brooch - Mexico. Features a etched and stylized

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20th Century Mexican Brooches

70s Kenneth Jay Lane Oversized Crown Brooch / Royal
70s Kenneth Jay Lane Oversized Crown Brooch / Royal

70s Kenneth Jay Lane Oversized Crown Brooch / Royal

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in Litchfield County, CT

1970s signed Kenneth Jay Lane large aurora borealis brooch. Great size and construction. Excellent

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Vintage 1970s Brooches

Yves Saint Laurent Mirror Large Brooch Pin Robert Goossens 70s
Yves Saint Laurent Mirror Large Brooch Pin Robert Goossens 70s

Yves Saint Laurent Mirror Large Brooch Pin Robert Goossens 70s

By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Berlin, DE

YSL iconic moon / star motif brooch pin is from circa 1972 made by Robert Goosens. Plexiglass

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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Maple Pink Tourmaline 70s Brooch, 18K Gold
Maple Pink Tourmaline 70s Brooch, 18K Gold

Maple Pink Tourmaline 70s Brooch, 18K Gold

Located in New York, NY

Pink tourmaline and diamond maple gold brooch made in 18K Yellow Gold. Gold weight- 63.9 grams

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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Chanel Vintage Goldtone Brooch with Hanging Pearl - Circa 70's
Chanel Vintage Goldtone Brooch with Hanging Pearl - Circa 70's

Chanel Vintage Goldtone Brooch with Hanging Pearl - Circa 70's

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Vintage Goldtone Brooch with Hanging Pearl - Circa 70's This brooch is in excellent vintage

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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Chanel Black Leather Bow Pin - Circa Late 70's
Chanel Black Leather Bow Pin - Circa Late 70's

Chanel Black Leather Bow Pin - Circa Late 70's

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Black Leather Bow Pin - Circa Late 70's . This Chanel pin is made of black leather and in

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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Modern Diamond and 18k Yellow and White Gold Brooch 1960s/70s
Modern Diamond and 18k Yellow and White Gold Brooch 1960s/70s

Modern Diamond and 18k Yellow and White Gold Brooch 1960s/70s

Located in Towson, MD

This captivating 1960/70s swirl brooch showcases the bold artistic vision that defined mid-century

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Late 20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 70s 18K Yellow Gold Feldspar Feldspatiche Rock Mermaid Brooch
Vintage 70s 18K Yellow Gold Feldspar Feldspatiche Rock Mermaid Brooch

Vintage 70s 18K Yellow Gold Feldspar Feldspatiche Rock Mermaid Brooch

Located in Rome, IT

Step back in time to the enchanting 70s with this vintage Italian brooch, a one-of-a-kind piece

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Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Figurines and Sculptures

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Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 70s Bird Brooch
Cartier 70s Bird Brooch

Cartier 70s Bird Brooch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier 1970s Green and Blue stone with diamond eyes bird brooch, 10.1 g, marked 18 Cartier #B

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1990s Brooches

Great Chanel dragonfly brooch from Gripoix 70 / 80's gold-plated
Great Chanel dragonfly brooch from Gripoix 70 / 80's gold-plated

Great Chanel dragonfly brooch from Gripoix 70 / 80's gold-plated

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Stuttgart, DE

A highlight - spring has to come! Wonderful, large dragonfly brooch made by Gripoix Paris in the

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Vintage 1970s French Artisan Brooches

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Gold Plate

CHANEL Vintage '70s-'80s Gold Brocade Double Diamond Brooch
CHANEL Vintage '70s-'80s Gold Brocade Double Diamond Brooch

CHANEL Vintage '70s-'80s Gold Brocade Double Diamond Brooch

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Vintage '70s-'80s Gold Brocade Double Diamond Brooch Made In: France Year of Production

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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Vintage 70s Cartier Set Earrings Brooch Sterling Silver 18k Gold Signed Jewelry
Vintage 70s Cartier Set Earrings Brooch Sterling Silver 18k Gold Signed Jewelry

Vintage 70s Cartier Set Earrings Brooch Sterling Silver 18k Gold Signed Jewelry

By Cartier

Located in Torrance, CA

Stylish vintage Cartier set (earrings & brooch) crafted in sterling silver and 18 karat yellow gold

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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Nina Ricci Haute Couture Défilé 70s Brooch
Nina Ricci Haute Couture Défilé 70s Brooch

Nina Ricci Haute Couture Défilé 70s Brooch

By Nina Ricci

Located in Verviers, BE

Impressive, rare & collectable Nina Ricci haute couture brooch of the 70s. Made of multi-colored

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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Merry Renk 14K and Baroque Pearl Brooch
Merry Renk 14K and Baroque Pearl Brooch

Merry Renk 14K and Baroque Pearl Brooch

Located in Winnetka, IL

. Provenance: A student of Merry Renk whose father had purchased it for her mother in the early '70s. Brooch

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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Chanel Vintage 70's Era 24k Gold Plated Camellia Brooch
Chanel Vintage 70's Era 24k Gold Plated Camellia Brooch

Chanel Vintage 70's Era 24k Gold Plated Camellia Brooch

By Chanel

Located in US

Chanel 1970's era vintage brooch, 24k gold plated Camellia flower with pin-lock clasp. Made in

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Vintage 1970s French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

70'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large Flower Brooch
70'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large Flower Brooch

70'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large Flower Brooch

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1970'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large & Dimensional Abstract Flower Brooch. Mounted on a

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20th Century American Brooches

Unique lion brooch made for Céline Vipiana late 70s
Unique lion brooch made for Céline Vipiana late 70s

Unique lion brooch made for Céline Vipiana late 70s

Located in Verviers, BE

Exceptional and one of a kind Lion vintage brooch, in the style of Van cleef. Unique, made for

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Vintage 1970s Brooches

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

70'S Black Enamel & Gold Plate Flower Brooch By, Sarah Coventry
70'S Black Enamel & Gold Plate Flower Brooch By, Sarah Coventry

70'S Black Enamel & Gold Plate Flower Brooch By, Sarah Coventry

By Sarah Coventry

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

70'S Black Enamel & Gold Plate Oversized Dimensional Flower Brooch By, Sarah Coventry. Signed on

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20th Century American Brooches

70'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large Flower Brooch
70'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large Flower Brooch

70'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large Flower Brooch

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1970'S "Flower Power" Enamel Two-Tone Blue Large & Dimensional Abstract Flower Brooch. Mounted on a

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20th Century American Brooches

Sparkling & unique enamelled turtle brooch 70s
Sparkling & unique enamelled turtle brooch 70s

Sparkling & unique enamelled turtle brooch 70s

Located in Verviers, BE

Sparkling & unique enamelled turtle brooch 70s. Made of gilt metal, crystal stones and enamel

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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

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Yves Saint Laurent short necklace Haute Couture
Yves Saint Laurent short necklace Haute Couture

Yves Saint Laurent short necklace Haute Couture

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Short golden metal necklace with rhinestones and iridescent glass pearls. Not signed jewelry from a fashion show. Condition: Very good conditio...

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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

Vintage YSL Gold Massive Blue Multicolour Stone Arty Ring in Size 6
Vintage YSL Gold Massive Blue Multicolour Stone Arty Ring in Size 6

Vintage YSL Gold Massive Blue Multicolour Stone Arty Ring in Size 6

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

The YSL (Yves Saint Laurent) Arty Ring, also known as the YSL Arty Ovale Ring, is a popular and iconic fashion accessory that was available in a variety of colors and materials. This...

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Gold

Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
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Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17

By Cartier

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...

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2010s Wrist Watches

Yves Saint Laurent Drop earrings Robert Gossens 1980 Paris
Yves Saint Laurent Drop earrings Robert Gossens 1980 Paris

Yves Saint Laurent Drop earrings Robert Gossens 1980 Paris

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Yves Saint Laurent Drop earrings Robert Gossens 1980 Paris

By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Timeless Yves saint Laurent earrings create by Robert Gossens . Gold plate red cabochon. Stamp on the back and on the clip. Yves saint Laurent Made in France

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Vintage 1980s French Dangle Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent YSL by Robert Goossens Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL by Robert Goossens Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL by Robert Goossens Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare necklace created for the launch of the perfume CHAMPAGNE by ROBERT GOOSSENS. This textured links chain necklace is embellished with rock crystal bead...

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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage Byzantine Inspired Gripoix Cuff Bracelet, 1990
CHANEL Vintage Byzantine Inspired Gripoix Cuff Bracelet, 1990

CHANEL Vintage Byzantine Inspired Gripoix Cuff Bracelet, 1990

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage Byzantine inspired gold tone cuff bracelet embellished with multicolored (green, red and blue) MAISON GRIPOIX faux gem glass cabochons and faux pearl...

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20th Century French Cuff Bracelets

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel Beaded Multi Strand Gold Intaglio Statement Necklace
Vintage Chanel Beaded Multi Strand Gold Intaglio Statement Necklace

Vintage Chanel Beaded Multi Strand Gold Intaglio Statement Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Impressive and scarce vintage Chanel Haute Couture necklace - choker comprised out of three braided strands of iridescent bronze/purple faceted glass beads. The center of the large n...

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Important Coco Chanel Elaborate Byzantine Crucifix Necklace
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By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Extraordinary Rare and Important Maison Gripoix for Coco Chanel elaborate handmade Byzantine crucifix pendant necklace. The focal crucifix of ruby and emerald Gripoix poured glass en...

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Vintage 1970s French Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Early Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance Pendant Brooch
Early Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance Pendant Brooch

Early Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance Pendant Brooch

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Early Maison Gripoix for Chanel articulated Renaissance pendant brooch circa 1960. Of Gripoix poured glass enamel in emerald and ruby, glass beads, cut crystal rondelles and faux bar...

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Vintage 1960s French Renaissance Brooches

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Gold, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Gold Tone Mesh & Glass Cabochon Choker Necklace
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Gold Tone Mesh & Glass Cabochon Choker Necklace

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Gold Tone Mesh & Glass Cabochon Choker Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone mesh choker necklace embellished with five glass cabochons. Adjustable hook clasp closure. Embossed YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche Made in Fran...

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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Diamond and Green Chrysoprase 18Kt Cuff Bracelet
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Diamond and Green Chrysoprase 18Kt Cuff Bracelet

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Diamond and Green Chrysoprase 18Kt Cuff Bracelet

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet represents a masterpiece of French haute joaillerie from 1971. Meticulously handcrafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this historical piece show...

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Vintage 1970s French Cuff Bracelets

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Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage CHANEL gold pearl Gripoix jewel long designer runway necklace 1992
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By Chanel

Located in Palos Hills, IL

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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

CoCo Chanel Maison Gripoix  Flower Necklace
CoCo Chanel Maison Gripoix  Flower Necklace

CoCo Chanel Maison Gripoix Flower Necklace

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in New York, NY

CoCo Chanel Maison Gripoix Flower Necklace circa 1960. Of pink Gripoix hand knotted faux pearls with a floral centerpiece of poured Gripoix glass enamel florals in pink, amythest an...

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Vintage 1960s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890
Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890

Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890. Ceylon sapphire 11.57 carats Old mine cut diamonds approximately 8 ct tw Accompanied by AG...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Chanel Massive Byzantine Cross Pendant Brooch by Maison Gripoix
Chanel Massive Byzantine Cross Pendant Brooch by Maison Gripoix

Chanel Massive Byzantine Cross Pendant Brooch by Maison Gripoix

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Massive Chanel Cross Brooch in shades of emerald, ruby, topaz and amythest poured glass cabocheons with faux baroque round and pear shape pearls. Intricate scrolled wirework design o...

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Vintage 1980s French Byzantine Brooches

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70s Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 70s brooch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 70s brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 70s brooch from Tiffany & Co., Boucheron and Cellini — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a 70s brooch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 70s brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 70s Brooch?

Prices for a 70s brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $75 and can go as high as $44,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,185.

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 GucciVersaceDior 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.