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Victorian Sterling Scottish Brooch
Victorian Sterling Scottish Brooch

Victorian Sterling Scottish Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Sterling Scottish Brooch from the 19th Century. Mid 19th Century with Greek Key blue enamel accents and beautifully detailed hand etching. 2" x 1.65".

Category

1860s Scottish High Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Giuliano Mini Brooch Set
Giuliano Mini Brooch Set

Giuliano Mini Brooch Set

By Giuliano

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful pair of mini antique brooches from Carlo Giuliano. The first showcases a quatrefoil motif enamelled in white and blue with a silver set old cut diamond at ...

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Turquoise & Pearl Peacock Brooch
Antique Turquoise & Pearl Peacock Brooch

Antique Turquoise & Pearl Peacock Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Antique Turquoise & Pearl Peacock Brooch A peacock brooch set with turquoise & pearls Measurements: 1.75" long Metal Type: Silver

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

Antique Diamond Flower Brooch
Antique Diamond Flower Brooch

Antique Diamond Flower Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Dating from the mid-19th century, this silver and gold flower brooch is set with over 13 carats of old diamonds.

Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Paste Buckle Brooch
Victorian Paste Buckle Brooch

Victorian Paste Buckle Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Lovely Victorian Paste Buckle Brooch from the late 19th Century. Originally a buckle but converted in the period to a brooch with antique fittings.

Category

1880s American Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Art Deco Onyx Marcasite Brooch
Art Deco Onyx Marcasite Brooch

Art Deco Onyx Marcasite Brooch

Located in Stamford, CT

An attractive brooch from the Art Deco Era shows the geometry typical of the period. It was made in Germany by a jeweler named Wachenheimer. The brooch would look striking on a lapel...

Category

1920s German Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Onyx, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Maiden Brooch
Art Nouveau Maiden Brooch

Art Nouveau Maiden Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau sterling high relief brooch of a maiden with head wrap. Whiplash ribbons of silver form the frame capped in tiny lily of the valley buds.

Category

1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Late Victorian Diamond Star Brooch
Late Victorian Diamond Star Brooch

Late Victorian Diamond Star Brooch

Located in London, GB

Late Victorian silver and old cut diamond star brooch Estimated total diamond weight 1.85 cts H-J colour VS2 -P1 clarity Length 3 cm Weight 5.7 g

Category

Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Elegant French Art Deco Paste Brooch
Elegant French Art Deco Paste Brooch

Elegant French Art Deco Paste Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Handmade with silver hallmarks on back. 2.4" x 1.5". 1920's France.

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Diamond Double Heart Pendant Brooch
Victorian Diamond Double Heart Pendant Brooch

Victorian Diamond Double Heart Pendant Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a truly stunning brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This romantic antique piece has been crafted from a blend of gold and silver, showcasing two prominent old p...

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Silver

Edwardian Mississippi Pearl Flower Brooch
Edwardian Mississippi Pearl Flower Brooch

Edwardian Mississippi Pearl Flower Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This is set onto a 800 silver safety pin brooch. Very versatile. 1900's European. 2.5" x .65".

Category

Early 1900s German Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Victorian En Tremblant Flower Brooch
Victorian En Tremblant Flower Brooch

Victorian En Tremblant Flower Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Victorian En Tremblant Flower Brooch A antique brooch featuring 2 cabochon emeralds, 30 rubies, & 132 diamonds approximately 8.35 carats.

Category

Early 1900s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Antique Ruby and Diamond Brooch

Antique Ruby and Diamond Brooch

Located in London, GB

Surrounding this primary stone is an array of old mine cut diamonds with their white brilliance enhancing the brooch's intricate curves. The piece is meticulously crafted from a blen...

Category

1870s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Antique Diamond and Pearl Brooch

Antique Diamond and Pearl Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch in 18 carat yellow gold and silver, owl hallmark.

Category

1850s French Napoleon III Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Georgian Diamond Cluster Flower Brooch
Georgian Diamond Cluster Flower Brooch

Georgian Diamond Cluster Flower Brooch

Located in London, GB

The petals are elegantly formed with intricate openwork, each adorned with a line of matching diamonds, enhancing the brooch's brilliance. Constructed from a harmonious blend of gold...

Category

Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Rare Victorian Mining Brooches
Rare Victorian Mining Brooches

Rare Victorian Mining Brooches

Located in New York, NY

Cool, amazing and rare, great for men or women. 19th Century Gold and silver ore brooch. $2750 19th Century Floating opals bar brooch. $1550 Excellent condition.

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Coral Cabochon Victorian Brooch
Coral Cabochon Victorian Brooch

Coral Cabochon Victorian Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Attractive Coral Cabochon Victorian Brooch from the late 19th Century. Very dimensional layered construction with Italian origin coral cabochons likely mounted in the States. 1890's...

Category

1890s Italian Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Coral, Silver

Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch
Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch

Victorian Painted Miniature Brooch

Located in New York, NY

The pearls are set in silver and the backing is gold filled metal. 1870's USA. 1" across.

Category

1870s American Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a gorgeous crescent moon brooch dating back to the Victorian era. This antique piece showcases a silver frame set with two rows of bright white round faceted old mine cu...

Category

1860s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Antique Scottish Agate Specimen Brooch
Victorian Antique Scottish Agate Specimen Brooch

Victorian Antique Scottish Agate Specimen Brooch

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

They are mounted within a metal which, although un-hallmarked, tests as having some silver content. The brooch fastens using a 'C' catch and the pin is fitted to the brooch with a tu...

Category

Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Agate, Silver

Unusual French Galleon Brooch
Unusual French Galleon Brooch

Unusual French Galleon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

French Galleon brooch from the early 1900's. Beautifully constructed of mother of pearl sails and hand carved sterling with amazing details. Extremely ornate in design and constructi...

Category

Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Fleur De Lis Brooch
Victorian Fleur De Lis Brooch

Victorian Fleur De Lis Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Fleur De Lis Brooch A brooch set with rose and European cut diamonds Approximate European Cut Diamond Weight: .98 carat Approximate Rose Cut Diamond Weight: 1.27 carats A...

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

1740s Georgian Diamond Brooch
1740s Georgian Diamond Brooch

1740s Georgian Diamond Brooch

Located in London, GB

Tested silver with gold fittings, English, circa 1740. Please note shipping to the United States of America requires the purchaser to fill out a CBP 5106 customs form before the ite...

Category

1740s British Georgian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique No-Heat Ruby Bow Brooch
Antique No-Heat Ruby Bow Brooch

Antique No-Heat Ruby Bow Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Created in the 1870s, this no-heat ruby and diamond "Sévigné" bow brooch is set in silver-topped gold. The naturalistic form, centering a square cushion-cut ruby weighing approximate...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Silver

Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch
Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch

Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch

Located in Riverdale, NY

Handmade brooch (likely Portugese) in heavy silver closed back settings.

Category

1770s Portuguese Georgian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Quartz, Silver

Victorian-Era Brooch 3.12 Carat No Oil Colombian Emerald & Diamond Brooch Pin
Victorian-Era Brooch 3.12 Carat No Oil Colombian Emerald & Diamond Brooch Pin

Victorian-Era Brooch 3.12 Carat No Oil Colombian Emerald & Diamond Brooch Pin

Located in Miami, FL

AGL certified emerald brooch, crafted from silver and gold with a weight of 8.12 grams.

Category

19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Gold

Late Victorian Diamond Bow Brooch
Late Victorian Diamond Bow Brooch

Late Victorian Diamond Bow Brooch

Located in London, GB

Tested as approximately 15ct and 9ct gold and silver. Length 4.2cm weight 4.94g

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver

Victorian French Flower Cart Brooch
Victorian French Flower Cart Brooch

Victorian French Flower Cart Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Charming Victorian French Flower Cart Brooch from the mid 19th Century, France. Completely handmade in heavy gauge sterling with colored pastes. 1850's France. 1.25" x 1".

Category

1850s French High Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Silver

Ancient Roman Carved Emerald Brooch
Ancient Roman Carved Emerald Brooch

Ancient Roman Carved Emerald Brooch

Located in New Orleans, LA

The museum-quality, Roman-period stone is displayed in an impeccably crafted Victorian-era silver and silver gilt setting. Emeralds, diamonds and rubies complement the carved emerald...

Category

19th Century Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver

Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch
Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch

Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Handmade brooch (likely Portugese) in heavy silver closed back settings.

Category

1770s Portuguese Georgian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Quartz, Silver

Antique Rose-Cut Diamonds Brooch
Antique Rose-Cut Diamonds Brooch

Antique Rose-Cut Diamonds Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Antique Rose-Cut Diamonds Silver & Gold Brooch Rose-cut diamonds of approximately 0.80 carat, set on silver and 14 karat gold; marked with hallmark Size: width 2.5 cm, length 7 cm ...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

C1870 Scottish Agate Daffodil Brooch
C1870 Scottish Agate Daffodil Brooch

C1870 Scottish Agate Daffodil Brooch

Located in Baltimore, MD

With its warm colors and natural striations, our Victorian silver daffodil brooch, c1870, is handcrafted with a high degree of skill and the agates are carved perfectly to fit their...

Category

1870s British Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Agate, Silver

Victorian Angelskin Coral Brooch
Victorian Angelskin Coral Brooch

Victorian Angelskin Coral Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Unusual angelskin coral brooch form the late 19th Century of a Neoclassical maiden flanked by 2 grotesque figures. Beautifully hand carved with the pink coral tones centered down the...

Category

1870s Italian Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Paste Brooch France
Art Deco Paste Brooch France

Art Deco Paste Brooch France

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Paste Brooch France set in sterling from the 1920's. Beautiful quality construction and high style design. 2.5" x 1.4"

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Diamond Tremblant Corsage Spray Brooch
Antique Diamond Tremblant Corsage Spray Brooch

Antique Diamond Tremblant Corsage Spray Brooch

Located in London, GB

The intricate floral and palmette design is adorned with a vast array of old mine cut diamonds, each stone displaying a captivating white hue. The brooch is crafted from a harmonious...

Category

1830s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Fly Brooch
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Fly Brooch

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Fly Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have an delightful brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from 18ct gold and silver into a captivating stylised fly insect.

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Gothic Revival Diamond Star Brooch
Gothic Revival Diamond Star Brooch

Gothic Revival Diamond Star Brooch

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1890s, Silver over 18k, French Import hallmarks. This dazzling antique brooch features 2.40 carats of brilliant white diamonds in an unusual Gothic Revival star motif.

Category

1890s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco French Paste Brooch
Art Deco French Paste Brooch

Art Deco French Paste Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Stunning Art Deco French Paste brooch is sterling with hand set glass pastes in a High Art Deco design. French sterling hallmarks. 1920's France. 2" x 1".

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique gold and diamond butterfly brooch
Antique gold and diamond butterfly brooch

Antique gold and diamond butterfly brooch

Located in New York, NY

A Victorian diamond butterfly brooch, finely rendered with old-mine cut diamonds in a silver-topped 14k gold mount.

Category

1860s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Natural Pearl Snowdrop Brooch 19th Century
Natural Pearl Snowdrop Brooch 19th Century

Natural Pearl Snowdrop Brooch 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A late 19th Century natural pearl and diamond floral brooch, the hollow natural pearl mounted as a stylised snowdrop (nivalis), with rose-cut diamond-set sepals, set on a curvilinear...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch A horseshoe shaped brooch set with old mine cut diamonds Approximate Diamond Weight: 2.15 carats Approximate Height: .875 inches Metal ...

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique diamond en tremblant butterfly brooch
Antique diamond en tremblant butterfly brooch

Antique diamond en tremblant butterfly brooch

Located in New York, NY

A Victorian diamond en tremblant butterfly brooch, the body composed of three graduated old mine-cut diamonds (1.75 cts, .70 cts, and .60 cts from top to bottom), with further diamon...

Category

1860s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 0.05ct Diamond Fox Brooch, c.1880s
Victorian 0.05ct Diamond Fox Brooch, c.1880s

Victorian 0.05ct Diamond Fox Brooch, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

Dating to the 1880s this charming brooch features a fox, crafted in silver, sat upon a bar of 15 carat rose gold.

Category

1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Victorian 1.00ct Diamond Brooch, c.1880s
Victorian 1.00ct Diamond Brooch, c.1880s

Victorian 1.00ct Diamond Brooch, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

Dating back to the Victorian era comes this charming heart brooch. Beset with diamonds the brooch is crafted in 15 carat yellow gold, fronted in beautifully patinaed silver.

Category

1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, Silver

Moonstone diamond brooch/pendant, circa 1880
Moonstone diamond brooch/pendant, circa 1880

Moonstone diamond brooch/pendant, circa 1880

Located in London, GB

Tested gold and silver, circa 1880, accompanied by antique box.

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, Silver

1800 Roman micro mosaic dog brooch
1800 Roman micro mosaic dog brooch

1800 Roman micro mosaic dog brooch

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An oval micro mosaic of a dog with a blue background in an 18 carat gold border, with a silver setting which can be either a brooch or a stand, Rome, circa 1800.

Category

1790s Italian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco Mechanical Hunting Brooch
Art Deco Mechanical Hunting Brooch

Art Deco Mechanical Hunting Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Charming Art Deco Mechanical Hunting Brooch from the 1920's. Rider and bunny slide on a track so brooch can be worn with different positions. Chrome and gilt metal with enamel. Unusu...

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

French Art Deco Sterling Paste Brooch
French Art Deco Sterling Paste Brooch

French Art Deco Sterling Paste Brooch

Located in New York, NY

French silver hallmarks. 2.25" x 1". 1930's France.

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Brooch
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Brooch

Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Brooch

Located in London, GB

Late Victorian silver, gold opal and diamond brooch. Estimated opal weight 5.58 cts based on estimated dimensions 15.8 x 11.7 x 5.2 mm Estimated total diamond weight 1.20 cts Leng...

Category

Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch
Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch

Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau Enamel Violet Brooch from the turn of the 20th Century. Lovely, realistically rendered handmade brooch with vibrant green and pearl white enamel with natural pearl. 1900...

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

19th Century Amythest Pendant Brooch
19th Century Amythest Pendant Brooch

19th Century Amythest Pendant Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century antique Amythest drop brooch in cutwork silver with gold floral applications.

Category

1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Rock Crystal Bug Brooch
Antique Rock Crystal Bug Brooch

Antique Rock Crystal Bug Brooch

Located in Baltimore, MD

Colorful Victorian rock crystal bug brooch in delightful colors of red and purple set in silver.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Victorian French Circus Poodle Brooch
Victorian French Circus Poodle Brooch

Victorian French Circus Poodle Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Unusual figural sterling brooch from 19th Century France. Extraordinary lifelike detailing in 3 dimension.

Category

Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Aquamarine & Diamond Brooch Circa 1900s
Edwardian Aquamarine & Diamond Brooch Circa 1900s

Edwardian Aquamarine & Diamond Brooch Circa 1900s

Located in ADELAIDE, SA

A beautiful Edwardian ornate brooch crafted in sterling silver and yellow gold featuring a central bright aquamarine upon a fine silver lattice wire-work base topped with yellow gold...

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 15k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Brooch
Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Brooch

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Brooch

Located in London, GB

This is a Victorian 15ct gold pearl and diamond double heart brooch. The brooch features a rose cut diamond double heart motif crafted in silver within a blue and white enamel centre...

Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique 1890s Stork Brooch with Garnet Eye
Antique 1890s Stork Brooch with Garnet Eye

Antique 1890s Stork Brooch with Garnet Eye

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Austrian silver vermeil (18K gold plated) antique stork brooch, circa 1890, from the antique fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California.

Category

1890s Antique Silver Brooch

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Gold Plate

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Antique Silver Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique silver brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Gold and Sterling Silver. If you’re looking for an antique silver 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing antique silver brooch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Georg Jensen, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Evald Nielsen each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An antique silver brooch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 1126, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and old mine cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique silver brooch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique Silver Brooch?

On average, an antique silver brooch at 1stDibs sells for $2,440, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $360,694 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 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.

Questions About Antique Silver Brooch
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington & Co., Mapp & Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.