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Victorian Pearl Star Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 15ct yellow gold Victorian natural pearl star pendant. The pearls are well
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Jet Brooch, 1880
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian Pearl Jet Brooch. Within a border of pearls and faceted French jet a curved glass display
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl

Victorian garnets and pearl brooch
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old brooch with garnets and pearls Origin : United Kingdom Year: mid 19th century width 5cm x
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian garnets and pearl brooch
Victorian garnets and pearl brooch
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H 0.4 in W 1.97 in
Victorian Pearl Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Classic Victorian pearl crescent moon brooch featuring 27 pearls set in 18 Kt yellow gold. Metal
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch. The length is 1 inch. The total weight is 7.09 grams.
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19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl

Victorian Pearl Snake Nosegay Brooch
Located in New York, NY
French Victorian sterling silver coiled snake nose gay brooch. 18k gold back fittings with natural
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1890s French Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Pearl Snake Nosegay Brooch
Victorian Pearl Snake Nosegay Brooch
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W 0.5 in L 1.85 in
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Clam Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful turquoise clam brooch from the Victorian era. The brooch features an
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19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Chimera Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The Victorian Chimera Brooch, a mythological beast in Greek mythology, has the head of a lion, the
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19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Chimera Brooch
Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Chimera Brooch
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W 2.37 in L 2.76 in
French Victorian Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
The original early Victorian brooch originated in France circa 1870-80. It is made with silver
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1890s French Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Victorian 15k Amethyst Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Spectacular Victorian c.1880 15 Carat Gold, large 22.9 Carat Amethyst and split seed Pearl brooch
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Gold

Victorian 15k Amethyst Pearl Gold Brooch
Victorian 15k Amethyst Pearl Gold Brooch
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H 0.91 in W 1.11 in
Victorian 14K Turquoise Pearl Brooch Pendant
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous, ornate victorian brooch is 14k gold. It features 16 natural turquoise and 3 natural
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Early 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Swan Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very unique and rare antique brooch from the 1880s. Set with an important natural saltwater pearl
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Swan Brooch
Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Swan Brooch
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H 1.3 in D 0.4 in L 1.89 in
Victorian Brooch Earrings Half Pearl Gold Brooch Earrings Set
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed by the an half pearl brooch centered cartouche shape brooch with at the back the
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1890s British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold

Victorian Porcelain Seed-Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An original antique from the 19th century, this 14k brooch is studded with seed pearls and centers
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Early 19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Agate Cameo Seed Pearl Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique Victorian 9 karat gold round sized agate brooch created with lovely seed pearls
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Agate, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Agate Cameo Seed Pearl Brooch
Antique Victorian Agate Cameo Seed Pearl Brooch
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H 0.2 in Dm 1.07 in
Victorian Ruby Diamond and Pearl Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique ruby, diamond and pearl crescent brooch. Crafted in 15ct yellow gold
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19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
ntique Pearl Flower Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1890 Hallmarked Chester
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Pearl Flower Brooch
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Pearl Flower Brooch
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H 0.63 in W 1.76 in
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
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian 15ct Gold Seed Pearl Bow Brooch
Victorian 15ct Gold Seed Pearl Bow Brooch
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H 0.52 in W 1.6 in
Victorian Crescent Moon Sapphire & Natural Pearl Brooch
Located in MIAMI, FL
Gorgeous Victorian brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold. The brooch is crafted in the crescent moon
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Pearl Enamel Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An antique from the Victorian era, circa 1880, featuring a pearl in the center with an enameled
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Late 19th Century American Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Banbury, GB
: 5.3g A pretty Victorian Natural Pearl brooch that was made circa 1880. It is set with 5 natural pearls
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1880s British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

1890s Victorian Green Tourmaline Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
bordered by a pearls frame, accented by pearl set clovers at the sides to a carved gallery. Mounted in
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1890s Italian Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold

Victorian Seed Pearls and Peridots Gold Brooch
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Stunning Antique Late Victorian 15 Carat yellow gold Brooch Encrusted with Seed Pearls and Peridots
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19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold

Victorian Seed Pearls and Peridots Gold Brooch
Victorian Seed Pearls and Peridots Gold Brooch
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W 1.23 in L 1.23 in
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
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Starburst Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful Victorian natural pearl and diamond starburst brooch. The brooch features an
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Timeless Victorian Onyx 14 kt Gold and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch from the late 19th Century. 2.75" x
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1880s American Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Onyx, Pearl, Gilt Metal, 14k Gold

Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch
Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch
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W 0.5 in L 2.75 in
Victorian Puffy Seed Pearl Brooch-Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Puffy Victorian Seed Pearl Brooch-Pendant from the late 1900's. Set in sterling with pave seed
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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Puffy Seed Pearl Brooch-Pendant
Victorian Puffy Seed Pearl Brooch-Pendant
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W 0.95 in L 0.95 in
Victorian Sapphire Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful multi gemstone brooch dating back to Victorian period. Crafted from old
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pearl & Diamond Brooch Victorian
Located in Southbury, CT
. This rare Victorian brooch ships with a GIA certificate attesting to the fact that the pearls are
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1890s American Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Pearl Brooch Pin 18KT Yellow Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful pearl pin made in 18Kt yellow gold, Victorian. GRAM WEIGHT: 3.51gr GOLD: 18KT yellow
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16th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl & Diamond Starburst Brooch & Pendant Circa 1890s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A superb Victorian pearl & diamond starburst brooch with a pendant fitting and safety chain. An
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1890s Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Large Natural Pearl Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1870 A finely crafted in silver-topped gold (front – silver; back – gold) Victorian era
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Natural Pearl

Victorian 14.32ct Citrine and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian 14.32 carat citrine and natural pearl, 20
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Citrine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14.32ct Citrine and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Victorian 14.32ct Citrine and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
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H 0.66 in W 1.73 in Dm 2.36 in L 2.13 in
Victorian 15ct Gold Etruscan Seed Pearl Brooch Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Seed Pearl Brooch 15ct Gold Etruscan Seed Pearl Brooch/Pendant Circa 1880 Free
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Diamond Seed Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.29 Carat diamond, seed pearl and blue enamel, 15 karat
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 4.55ct Diamond and Pearl Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Victorian brooch. The closest diamond halo features 18 old cut diamonds of 0.10 carat a piece. The outer
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Agate Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch / Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian agate and seed pearl, 18 karat yellow gold
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1880s British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Certified Natural Pearl 1.60 Ct Diamond Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
his lovely antique brooch is Victorian period, 1870 circa Elegantly designed in a triumph of
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1870s European Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Pearl Crescent Brooch, 9k Yellow Gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian, 9kt gold and split pearl crescent brooch. A beautiful open
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 0.04 carat ruby, 15 karat yellow gold swallow brooch
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1890s Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Victorian Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
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H 0.2 in W 1.06 in L 1.38 in
Antique Victorian Dragonfly Brooch Diamond Sapphire Ruby Pearl
Located in Kendal, GB
A colourful antique Victorian dragonfly brooch decorated with an array of coloured gemstones across
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine Victorian 0.38 carat diamond and pearl, 15k yellow gold bar brooch; part of our antique
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15kt Rose Gold Diamond & Pearl Tiara Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt rose gold and silver old-European cut diamond and pearl tiara brooch with
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1870s British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Old Cut Diamond and Natural Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful Victorian era diamond brooch. The brooch features a large flower which
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19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver

Exquisite Early Victorian Hair, Pearl, and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Wheaton, IL
This is an incredibly detailed and ornate brooch that is sure to impress anyone who has a love for
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Ruby, Pearl and Diamond Sword Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold & Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 9.5 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .75 carat, total weight Cut: Old European & Rose Cut Color: F-G Clarity:...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning antique Victorian pearl brooch is supplied with two independent diamond grading certificates for
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1880s French Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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

Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
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H 0.2 in W 0.2 in L 1.5 in
Victorian Onyx and Pearl mourning brooch, 9k yellow gold
Located in Joelton, TN
This is a well-preserved, oversized Victorian mourning brooch with split pearl and gold inlay
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and Baroque Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique baroque pearl and silver set diamond brooch in 9 karat yellow gold
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1880s Unknown Early Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

Victorian Diamond and Baroque Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Victorian Diamond and Baroque Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
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H 0.25 in W 0.62 in L 1.57 in
Antique 15ct Gold & Seed Pearl Victorian Horseshoe Crescent Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Lovely, Victorian crescent shaped brooch. Features a
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 15k gold and Pearl Crescent moon brooch, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian, 15ct gold and pearl crescent brooch. A beautiful closed
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch from the 19th Century. Incredible quality
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1860s American High Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch. Simple and delicate yet sophisticated
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch
Victorian 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Brooch
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H 0.63 in W 1.64 in D 0.41 in
Antique Victorian Mourning Brooch, 9ct Gold Hairwork, Split Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Victorian mourning brooch. Early to mid Victorian this brooch is a rounded
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian era 18K gold diamond pearl arrow brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful arrow brooch made in 18K yellow gold with diamonds and pearl. The brooch is
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Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Squirrel Brooch Pearl Acorns in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A delightful antique Victorian brooch depicting two squirrels with cabochon ruby eyes perched on a
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Gold

French Victorian Ruby Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Victorian ruby, pearl, and rose-cut diamond gold and silver bar brooch circa 1890. * ABOUT
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1890s French Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Era 18k Gold Natural Seed Pearls Angel Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
front of us a very refined French work Victorian era enameled brooch, featuring a loving winged angel
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Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Crescent and Crown Brooch, 15k Gold, Pearl, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian Crescent moon and Crown brooch. A beautiful open crescent moon
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sapphire Seed Pearl Butterfly Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian blue sapphire seed pearl and yellow gold butterfly brooch pendant with watch hook circa
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1890s Victorian Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl

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Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique victorian brooch pearl you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 382 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect antique victorian brooch pearl among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. An antique victorian brooch pearl from Tara Shaw, Birks and Eugene Fontenay — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an antique victorian brooch pearl, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Antique Victorian Brooch Pearl?

On average, an antique victorian brooch pearl at 1stDibs sells for $1,800, while they’re typically $53 on the low end and $70,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

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.