Antique Sterling Silver Athena "Parthenos" Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The brooch pendant design blends traditional Greek motifs with masterful craftsmanship, offering both versatility and historical allure as it can be worn as a brooch or a pendant.
Sterling Silver
Antique Enamel Miniature Painting Of Athena 18K Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The brooch is made out of 18K gold. The enamel is in fine condition.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Banded Agate Athena Cameo Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
This striking Victorian brooch is set to the centre with a banded agate cameo.
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Enamel 18K Gold Antique Greek Goddess Athena Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval shaped face painted with enamel to depict the Greek Goddess Athena Enamel is opaque peach, pink, yellow, black, and white in color - minimal loss Depicted in prof...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Greek Goddess Athena Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circular brooch features a highly rendered depiction of Athena, goddess of wisdom and war Accented by an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.04 carat - eye clean and white...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Gemset Painted Enamel Pin Depicting Athena
Located in Houston, TX
A 14K yellow gold Art Nouveau painted enamel pin depicting Athena, set in a scrolling gemset frame; with original C-catch and long pin stem. Circa 1900.
Antique 17K Rose Gold Diamond Enamel Athena Round Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking 17K rose gold enamel brooch showcases a masterfully hand-painted portrait of Athena, the revered Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare.
Diamond, Rose Gold, Enamel
Seidengang Athena Diamond Gold Platinum Brooch Pin
By SeidenGang
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold and platinum Athena brooch by Seidengang, decorated with approx. 0.30ctw VS/G diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Lava Stone Goddess Athena Cameo Brooch
Located in London, GB
Museum Quality Victorian lava cameo brooch depicting Athena the Goddess of Wisdom. The carving on this cameo is simple perfect and very crisp.
15k Gold
Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Empress Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a concave disk depicting a high relief profile of a woman with curling tendrils of long hair that drapes beyond the confines of the circular surround Her face incredibly...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique French 18K Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique French 18 karat yellow gold cameo brooch / pendant; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine antique French cameo brooch /...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique carved shell cameo Greek or Roman women set in sterling silver brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • marked STERLING • carved shell cameo • tested for silver MEASUREMENTS • 1 3/4" by 1 1/4" CONDITION • very good condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A68 ❤️❤️...
Sterling Silver
$544Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.77 in L 1.97 in
Victorian Shell Cameo and Gold Tone Spinning Locket Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Honolulu, HI
This exceptional example of late-Victorian ingenuity, dating to circa 1890, features a masterfully hand-carved natural shell cameo set within a highly functional rotating frame. The ...
Other, Gold-filled
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Hardstone Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique cameo is carved from natural mother of pearl hardstone, displaying an iridescent surface with delicate detail. Set in a refined 18k yellow gold bezel, the piec...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$752Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.57 in L 1 in
14K Gold Art Nouveau Stick Pin with Enamel and Pearl Accents Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Captivating Glimpse of Art Nouveau Elegance Enhance your collection with this Art Nouveau 14K Gold Stick Pin, a delightful piece that perfectly embodies the flowing lines and roman...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Hardstone Cameo Gold Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian high relief sardonyx cameo of maiden with hair wreath decoration. The wreath and dress closure are carnelian toned against her alabaster profile. Elegantly carved in high...
Agate, 18k Gold
Vintage Silver Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Silver Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant is a versatile and elegant piece that reflects timeless charm and craftsmanship. Hand-carved from genuine shell, the cameo features a b...
Silver
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch, 26g, Circa 1880, Lady's Head
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch with cameo - image of a lady's head Detailed description the brooch is 5.0 cm high and 3.8 cm wide total weight: 26.0 grams set with: - 3.2 cm x 2.5 cm x ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,788
W 1.58 in L 2.17 in
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Right Facing Lady Chalcedony Cameo Large Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian large oval pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1880. The piece features a chalcedony cameo depicting a right facing lady. The frame is adorned with seed pearl...
Pearl, Chalcedony, Gold, Enamel
900 Sterling Silver Cameo Pendant/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
900 Sterling Silver Cameo Pendant/Pin- This classic cameo features a lovely lady in profile framed in 900 sterling silver. Can be worn as a pendant or brooch. Size: 27 mm x 22 mm ...
Sterling Silver
$799Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.39 in W 1.34 in L 1.74 in
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant with Diamond, 14K Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Capture the elegance of the Victorian and Art Deco eras with this exquisite Antique Shell Cameo Habillé Brooch/Pendant. Hand-carved from genuine natural shell, likely carnelian, this...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Diamond Enamel Brooch Depicting a Classical Lady
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian yellow gold, diamond, and enamel brooch, comprising three rose cut diamonds, and hand painted enamel, in 18 karat yellow gold, with silver pin. This exquisite Victorian...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
800 Sterling Silver Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
800 Sterling Silver Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Beautifully detailed hand carved shell cameo with a lovely woman's face. The silver frame has a simple setting that gives it style. Br...
Sterling Silver
$4,280Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.41 in Dm 1.41 in L 1.41 in
Meyle & Mayer 1895 German Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch with Diana in 18Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An etruscan revival enameled brooch designed by Meyle & Mayer. Magnificent antique piece, created in Pforzheim Germany by the jewelry maker's Meyle & Mayer, in the late 19th century...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Enameled Jockey Stickpin
Located in Baltimore, MD
18K gold and blue and white enameling enhance this stickpin of a handsome jockey ready for the race. The pin is in 15K for strength.
15k Gold, 18k Gold
Mid Victorian Shell Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Lovely mid Victorian shell cameo with a exquisitely carved Neoclassical beauty with ornate headdress and jewelry. The gold frame is set with split pearls and lovely etruscan work. ...
14k Gold
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a...
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
$6,500
W 1.86 in D 0.28 in L 2.17 in
1919 Medusa Gorgo Pendant Brooch Carved Shell Cameo solid 18K Gold / 21 gr
Located in SE
Antique pendant/brooch with hand- carved Shell Cameo depicting the head of Medusa Gorgo. Cameo carved with great accuracy and attention to detail. Shield shaped frame in solid 18K. ...
18k Gold
$3,600Sale Price|25% Off
H 1.75 in W 1.24 in
Rose Cut Diamond Cameo Pendant Brooch French 18 Karat Gold Victorian Hardstone
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Antique Hardstone Cameo Pendant Brooch, framed by Rose Cut diamonds and Pearls. The pendant is Silver atop 18 Karat Gold as was the custom of the period. The pin...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Hardstone Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian hardstone cameo brooch pendant with blue enamel and pearl surround, the hardstone cameo depicting a female face in the Roman style surrounded by a scalloped edge of blue ...
Pearl, Agate, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Edwardian Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch by Paul-Victor Lebas, Circa 1910
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Edwardian Cameo Brooch Yellow Gold by Paul-Victor Lebas. Created around 1910. Cameo Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold. Inspired by Paul-Victor Lebas creations. Marvellous and massive antique...
Yellow Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Muse of Drama Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a finely carved shell cameo depicting the Muse of Drama, distinguished by her expressive presence and classical attribu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch of a Young Woman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Georgian shell cameo of a young women set in an 18K gold cannettile bezel. The classical motif of the cameo suggests it was acquired by a traveler on the Grand Tour of Europe while ...
18k Gold
$3,495
H 0.58 in W 2.04 in L 2.36 in
Antique 20K Yellow Gold Iris Over River Styx Magic Water Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Circa Late 19th Century. This antique brooch showcases a masterfully carved cameo depicting Iris, the messenger goddess, carrying the water of the River Styx to Olympus for the Achil...
Yellow Gold
Victorian Hardstone Cameo Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian hardstone cameo brooch, the hardstone cameo depicting a profile of lady in Roman style wearing rose wreath, surrounded by a thirty five pearls, all set in yellow gold mou...
Agate, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,070
H 0.2 in W 1.79 in L 2.19 in
Antique Shell Cameo Angel with a Young Child that Died Loose Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Antique Shell Cameo depicting an Angel with a Young Child, finely carved with delicate detail and emotional depth. This loose cameo represents a mourning or memorial theme, symbolizi...
Pearl
Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Enamel Woman Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Do you love Art Nouveau jewelry? From your dreams to your imagination comes this extraordinary antique brooch! This stunning piece of art history is perfect for any jewelry collecto...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
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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