Biwa Pearl Brooch
Vintage 1950s American Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Brooches
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Artist Brooches
Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate
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18k Gold
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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
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Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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Garnet, Oriental Pearl, Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Modern Brooches
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20th Century Brooches
Coral, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s South American Romantic Brooches
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, 14k Gold
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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
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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.
- What is a Biwa baroque pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baroque pearls are pearls with an irregular, non-spherical shape. They are sometimes called Biwa baroque pearls because of their discovery in Lake Biwa, Japan. Baroque pearls are coveted for their uniqueness as no two baroque pearls are alike. Baroque pearls are long and round with dips along the surface. Shop a wide range of baroque pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
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