Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Monkey Brooch Holding a Beautiful Natural Seed Pearl
Located in Brighton, GB
Monkey Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1880 Holding a Beautiful Natural Seed Pearl Weight 3.9g All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Preloved.
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian 0.40ct Diamond Monkey Brooch, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
A pair of cheeky monkeys are the subject of this whimsical 1900s brooch.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Monkey Brooch Pendant Paste Stones Victorian Silver
Located in Mārupe, LV
Antique Victorian Driving Monkeys Paste Stone Brooch – 19th Century Silver Bicycle Brooch This antique Victorian brooch features a charming scene of monkeys driving a bicycle, craf...
Silver
$15,160
W 1.5 in L 2.52 in
Antique Monkeys Diamond Natural Pearl Ruby Sapphire Brooch Silver Gold French
Located in Lisbon, PT
This unique brooch features two bejeweled circus monkeys, meticulously crafted in silver.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian 925 Silver Marcasite Paste Double Monkey Figure Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian brooch depicting two monkeys. One is sitting on a bar, another - hanging.
Silver
Victorian Paste Set Monkey
Located in New York, NY
Charming paste set monkey dangling from a bar. Completely set in sterling with handmounted pastes circa 1880s. Unusual novelty piece from the Victorian era.
Excellent condition.
Sterling Silver
Sterling Paste Victorian Playful Monkeys
Located in New York, NY
Charming paste on sterling playful monkeys from the late 19th Century. One with green eyes is perched on a bar while the other (ruby eyes)can be placed in any position.
Excell...
Sterling Silver
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Monkey Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming stick pin taken from the Victorian period showcasing a whimsical design. The head of this antique piece has been crafted from silver into the shape monkey and...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian Silver Old Cut Paste and Pearl Monkey Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Georgian Silver Old Cut Paste and Pearl Monkey Pin. This gorgeous Georgian pin is crafted in silver. This pin features a monkey playfully sitting on a branch and ha...
Pearl, Silver
$4,014
H 0.61 in W 0.35 in L 3.31 in
Antique Labradorite Diamond Enamel and Gold Monkey Head Stick Pin, Circa 1920
Located in London, GB
An antique monkey stick pin, with a pale grey, carved, labradorite monkey head, with rose-cut diamond eyes, in rub over settings, with a white enamel collar and black enamel bow tie,...
Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, Enamel
$798Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.37 in W 2.2 in
Antique Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Carved Labradorite w/ Enamel Monkey Stick Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Labradorite - Carved Monkey Face - Brown w/ Blue Flashes Color - 11.8x9.3mm (approx.) Material: Solid 9k Rosy Yellow Gold Pin w/ Enamel Work Eyes Wei...
Labradorite, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
H 3.08 in W 1.46 in D 0.28 in
Antique Edwardian Novelty Hanging Paste set Monkey 9ct Gold and Silver Brooch
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This playful brooch depicts two monkey, one hanging playfully from a chain and the other sat on a bar, originally with a pearl at either side but no longer there.
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Hand-Carved Labradorite Monkey Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
During the late 1800s, monkey motifs were incorporated into artwork and fashion, their exotic and unusual appearance causing them to rise in popularity. In particular, monkey heads a...
Diamond, Labradorite, 14k Gold
Sold
H 2.21 in W 1.7 in D 0.36 in
FRENCH 1900 Circus Monkeys Brooch In 14-18Kt Gold & Silver Diamonds And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
French circus monkey’s brooch in the manner of Bernard Zweig. This is an antique Circus Monkeys brooch made in France around 1900.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Gold Monkey Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circular stickpin depicting a monkey holding a mirror with finely textured fur Mirror accented by old European cut diamond, bezel set in milgrain platinum, weighing approximately 0....
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Swinging Monkey Brooch Rose cut Diamonds Silver Gold 9 k
Located in Mārupe, LV
Antique Victorian Swinging Monkey Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, and River Pearls, Circa 1880-1900 This antique Victorian swinging monkey brooch, dating from the ...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian 800 Silver Paste Monkey Novelty Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This antique silver brooch depicts monkey sitting on a bar. Monkey is decorated with clear paste.
Crystal, Ruby, Silver
Victorian Diamond-Set Monkeys Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian diamond-set monkeys, one sitting on a bar brooch with pearl ends, the other suspending from yellow gold trace link chain, both silver pave-set with eight-cut diam...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Fun Monkey Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
The brooch features a monkey sitting on a bar, from which is suspended a further monkey who hangs onto the bar and a third baby monkey that is suspended from a chain on the second mo...
Amber, Diamond, Ruby, Silver
Gold and Silver Monkey Brooch Set with Diamonds, Dated circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Gold And Silver Monkey Brooch Set With Diamonds, Dated Circa 1900.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
Sold
H 1.23 in W 1.23 in D 0.56 in
Antique Victorian Labradorite Monkey Brooch Diamond Pearl 18ct Gold Circa 1860
Located in Kendal, GB
A fascinating Antique mid Victorian brooch featuring a wonderful hand carved Labradorite monkey face set with Rose cut Diamond eyes.
Diamond, Labradorite, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Silver Gold Monkey on a Swing Brooch, circa 1910
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous 9ct Gold and Silver Edwardian Paste monkey brooch is Circa 1910. This pleasant brooch depicts two smiling monkeys, o...
Pearl, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique Japanese Monkeys and Fruit Shakudo Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Stunning Victorian era Japanese Shakudo brooch with an images of monkeys. The mum monkey is teaching her baby to jump to get the fruit on the branch.
Silver, Base Metal, Bronze
Rare Victorian 15 Carat Gold and Pearl Monkey Bar Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A fantastic mid to late Victorian period novelty bar brooch. Solid 15 carat yellow gold example. Designed with a realistically shaped monkey to centre which sits on the bar.
Pearl, Gold
Georgian Labradorite Monkey Head Stick Pin
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An unusual Georgian stick pin set with a carved labradorite monkey head, set with ruby cabochon eyes. The stone shimmers beautifully, with various shades of blue that form a striking...
Labradorite, Ruby, 9k Gold
$9,789 / set
W 0.91 in D 0.22 in L 3.08 in
Antique Iberian (Spain) Colombian Emerald & Diamond Earrings late 18th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Dazzling pair of museum quality Herring/ Chandelier earrings (collector's item), with electric foiled Emeralds. Inlaid with rose-cut and table-cut diamonds. Superbly preserved, datin...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,742
H 1.23 in W 1.46 in
18ct Gold & Silver French Victorian Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Butterfly Brooch 18ct Rose Gold French Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian-era butterfly brooch is a true work of art. Crafted from 18ct rose gold, it features a n...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding timeless charm, this trio of pins from French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels takes the form of whimsical bees. Encrusted with glittering white diamonds, two pins feature vivi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Certified Antique Victorian No Oil 393.00 Carat Russian Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry, located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue. Year: 1850-1860s Matching: about 241 white diamonds, a total of about 12.60 carats Approximate eme...
Emerald
Victorian 15ct Gold Seed Pearl Bow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Bow Brooch 15ct Gold Circa 1880’s Pretty, Victorian Bow Shaped Gold Brooch. Set with Natural Seed Pearls. Measures Approx Width 40.5mm & Height 13mm All of our item...
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
$52,890
W 2.8 in L 2.56 in
Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Rock Crystal Topaz Girandole Earrings Brooch
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 18th century “Minas Novas” rock crystal, colorless topaz and simulated-emerald doblet girandole earrings and pendant/brooch demi-parure, Portuguese, circa 1770. A spectacular...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Topaz, Silver
Diamond bird brooch, gold and silver
Located in Uccle, BE
Antique brooch end 19th, begin 20th century made of yellow gold 18n Karat and Silver. Gold and silver brooch featuring a swallow with spread wings paved with old-cut (for a total o...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Fabergé Yellow and Rose Gold Miniature Picture Frame
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé yellow and rose gold miniature picture frame with pearl decoration and ribbon bow top, workmaster Michael Perchin, St Petersburg, circa 1895. This elegant miniature frame ...
Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Natural Pearl & Enamel Bird Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bird Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This exquisite Edwardian bar brooch is a true masterpiece. Crafted from 15ct gold, it features a lovely bird design with a natural...
Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Imperial Brooch 5.31 Carat Emerald and Diamonds of Habsburg Provenance
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This tiered bombe form Victorian Brooch with Provenance Circa 1850 features an AGL graded emerald and diamonds. This true heirloom comes with provenance paperwork linking it to the I...
Diamond, Emerald
Mid-Century Pearl Citrine Quartz Earrings Necklace Demi-Parure Set Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
An exquisite Mid-Century citrine and pearl necklace and earrings demi-parure, crafted in silver and gold, and housed in a fitted presentation case. Designed in the 18th-century Georg...
Citrine, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$229,163
W 1.97 in L 15.36 in
Important Natural 23 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Necklace 1950s Provenance
Located in Lisbon, PT
Important one-of-a-kind 23-carat Ceylon natural no-heat sapphire and diamond convertible necklace/brooch in platinum and White gold, Portuguese, circa 1957, crafted for an occasion g...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Rare Trifari Hanging Monkey Brooch, Alfred Phillipe
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Collector quality Trifari Hanging Monkey Brooch, by Alfred Phillipe in sterling vermeil with pastes. Charming articulated design which allows monkey to hang from a branch clutc...
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$85,201
W 0.99 in L 7.68 in
Art Deco Old Cut Diamond Geometric Buckle Tank Bracelet Platinum, French, 1930s
Located in Lisbon, PT
A breathtaking 21-Carat Art Deco diamond geometric buckle tank bracelet in platinum and white gold, French, 1930s. This jewel is composed of a sequence of pave-set diamond plaques ac...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
A Pair of Rare Late Georgian Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of late Georgian open-work diamond drop earrings, set with three graduating old brilliant-cut diamonds, the principal pear shaped diamonds weighing approximately 3.5 carats th...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
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.
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