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Vogue Bijoux Gold Plated Black Enamel and Rhinestone Brooch 1980s
Vogue Bijoux Gold Plated Black Enamel and Rhinestone Brooch 1980s

Vogue Bijoux Gold Plated Black Enamel and Rhinestone Brooch 1980s

By Vogue Bijoux

Located in London, GB

Fabulous Vogue Bijoux gold plated brooch featuring black enamel and clear rhinestones, with four

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch / Pendant with Black Onyx
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch / Pendant with Black Onyx

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch / Pendant with Black Onyx

Located in New York, NY

Cameo Brooch Material: 14K Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Brooch Dimension: Length: 46.8mm Width

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone red black marbled glass cameo designer brooch
Vintage gold tone red black marbled glass cameo designer brooch

Vintage gold tone red black marbled glass cameo designer brooch

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass cameo • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chanel Brand New Classic Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch
Chanel Brand New Classic Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch

Chanel Brand New Classic Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Brand New Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch with black back *Marked 23 *Made in France

Category

2010s French Artisan Brooches

Swarovski Crystal Black Enamel Brooch New,  Never worn 1980s
Swarovski Crystal Black Enamel Brooch New,  Never worn 1980s

Swarovski Crystal Black Enamel Brooch New, Never worn 1980s

By Daniel Swarovski

Located in Wallkill, NY

Gold gilt Swarovski Crystal Brooch Black enamel detailing. Measuring 1.73 in square. Visit our

Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Emanuel Ungaro Black and White Brooch in Silver Plated
Emanuel Ungaro Black and White Brooch in Silver Plated

Emanuel Ungaro Black and White Brooch in Silver Plated

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Emanuel Ungaro (Paris) Silver plated brooch paved with basket-mounted rhinestones. Signed at the

Category

1990s French Brooches

David Webb 18K Gold Tiger Brooch with Black Enamel
David Webb 18K Gold Tiger Brooch with Black Enamel

David Webb 18K Gold Tiger Brooch with Black Enamel

$24,900

W 1.75 in D 0.5 in L 2.38 in

David Webb 18K Gold Tiger Brooch with Black Enamel

By David Webb

Located in Houston, TX

David Webb tiger brooch in 18K yellow gold with black enamel stripes and cabochon emerald eyes

Category

Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Crab Brooch with Australian Black Opal and White Diamonds
18K Yellow Gold Crab Brooch with Australian Black Opal and White Diamonds

18K Yellow Gold Crab Brooch with Australian Black Opal and White Diamonds

Located in Ramat Gan, IL

This exquisitely crafted crab brooch is rendered in luxurious 18K yellow gold, combining playful

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

HOBE signed gold tone black cab Etruscan bow designer brooch
HOBE signed gold tone black cab Etruscan bow designer brooch

HOBE signed gold tone black cab Etruscan bow designer brooch

By Hobé Jewelry

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed HOBE • gold tone with glass • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS

Category

20th Century Brooches

2.13 Carat White Diamond Ruby & Black Diamond Ladybug Brooch Pin 18K White Gold
2.13 Carat White Diamond Ruby & Black Diamond Ladybug Brooch Pin 18K White Gold

2.13 Carat White Diamond Ruby & Black Diamond Ladybug Brooch Pin 18K White Gold

Located in New York, NY

2.13 Carat White Diamond Ruby Black Diamond Ladybug Brooch Pin 18K White Gold White Diamond Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Black & Gold-Tone Costume Pearl Crystal Filigree Brooch 2019
Chanel Black & Gold-Tone Costume Pearl Crystal Filigree Brooch 2019

Chanel Black & Gold-Tone Costume Pearl Crystal Filigree Brooch 2019

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel Black & Gold-Tone Costume Pearl Crystal Filigree Brooch from 2019 is a stunning

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches

18k Yellow Gold Peridot White Diamonds Black Diamonds Unisex Brooch Bee Pin
18k Yellow Gold Peridot White Diamonds Black Diamonds Unisex Brooch Bee Pin

18k Yellow Gold Peridot White Diamonds Black Diamonds Unisex Brooch Bee Pin

By Rossella Ugolini

Located in Rome, IT

Peridot cabochon cut White and Black Diamonds Unisex Brooch.

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Black Diamond, Peridot, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1990s Vintage Christian Lacroix Black Lucite Rhinestone Bow Pin Brooch
1990s Vintage Christian Lacroix Black Lucite Rhinestone Bow Pin Brooch

1990s Vintage Christian Lacroix Black Lucite Rhinestone Bow Pin Brooch

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a lovely bow pin brooch designed by Christian Lacroix in 1990’s. The piece is crafted in

Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Brooches

Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch
Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch

Castellani 42.06ct Black Opal Venus Hand Carved Intaglio 18kt Gold Brooch

By Castellani

Located in New York, NY

Castellani® commissioned to have this distinctive 42.06ct Natural Black Opal hand carved into an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid Century Modern Black and White Abstract French Ceramic Brooch
Mid Century Modern Black and White Abstract French Ceramic Brooch

Mid Century Modern Black and White Abstract French Ceramic Brooch

Located in Atlanta, GA

A striking example of French mid-century artistry, this sculptural ceramic brooch is a true

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Modernist Brooches

Materials

Brass

12 - 13K Rose Gold Vintage Black Enamel and Pearl Brooch #24174
12 - 13K Rose Gold Vintage Black Enamel and Pearl Brooch #24174

12 - 13K Rose Gold Vintage Black Enamel and Pearl Brooch #24174

Located in Washington Depot, CT

12 - 13K Rose Gold Vintage Black Enamel and Pearl Brooch Elevate your collection with this

Category

20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Bakelite Blackbird Brooch
Bakelite Blackbird Brooch

Bakelite Blackbird Brooch

$350

H 2 in W 3 in

Bakelite Blackbird Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Large Bakelite carved black bird brooch from the 1930's. Glass painted eyes. Handcarved in the Deco

Category

Vintage 1930s American Brooches

Estate Italian Designer Diamond Emerald Red & Black Enamel Panther Brooch
Estate Italian Designer Diamond Emerald Red & Black Enamel Panther Brooch

Estate Italian Designer Diamond Emerald Red & Black Enamel Panther Brooch

Located in Derby, NY

ct , Red and Black Enamel 18K White/Yellow Gold 23.00g Jewelry Type : Brooch Metal Type : 18K White

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone
Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone

Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone

Located in Milford, DE

A Victorian pin brooch featuring a carved, wooden, bog-oak set on a brass-tone pin. Victorian

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Chanel New Gold CC Black and White Leather Chain Large Brooch
Chanel New Gold CC Black and White Leather Chain Large Brooch

Chanel New Gold CC Black and White Leather Chain Large Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel New Gold CC Black and White Leather Chain Large Brooch *Marked 22 *Made in Italy *Comes

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

18Kt Red White Gold Black Diamond Wolfhound Australian Pearl Stick-Pin Brooch
18Kt Red White Gold Black Diamond Wolfhound Australian Pearl Stick-Pin Brooch

18Kt Red White Gold Black Diamond Wolfhound Australian Pearl Stick-Pin Brooch

By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA

Located in Bussolengo, Verona

, adding some details in red gold. The eyes are two black diamonds and the gold finish is not shiny, but

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Black Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris Diamond Black Onyx Enamel Gold Ladybug Vintage Brooch
Cartier Paris Diamond Black Onyx Enamel Gold Ladybug Vintage Brooch

Cartier Paris Diamond Black Onyx Enamel Gold Ladybug Vintage Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Greenwich, CT

Love bug. Symbolizing good luck, this Cartier Paris diamond, black onyx, enamel, and 18 karat

Category

Vintage 1970s European Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Surreal Black Tahitian Pearl Nipple Dutch DroogDesign Gold Disk Brooch 1990s
Surreal Black Tahitian Pearl Nipple Dutch DroogDesign Gold Disk Brooch 1990s

Surreal Black Tahitian Pearl Nipple Dutch DroogDesign Gold Disk Brooch 1990s

By Artistian Made

Located in Chicago, IL

his protege French artist Frederic Braham in 1998 to create this one-of-a-kind brooch for his young

Category

1990s Dutch Artist Brooches

Materials

Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Silver, Mixed Metal, Sterling...

21st Century Black Rhodium Silver Diamonds Sapphire Moretti Gold Brooch
21st Century Black Rhodium Silver Diamonds Sapphire Moretti Gold Brooch

21st Century Black Rhodium Silver Diamonds Sapphire Moretti Gold Brooch

By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery

Located in Valencia, ES

21st Century Black Rhodium Silver Diamonds Sapphire Moretti Gold Brooch 0.8 Carat brilliant-cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal,...

Black Onyx Angel Skin Coral and Diamond 18K White Gold Brooch
Black Onyx Angel Skin Coral and Diamond 18K White Gold Brooch

Black Onyx Angel Skin Coral and Diamond 18K White Gold Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This magnificent and unique brooch features a black onyx frame, approximately 33.0 x 35.0mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Yellow Diamond Black Tahitian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Fancy Yellow Diamond Black Tahitian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin

Fancy Yellow Diamond Black Tahitian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin

Located in Miami, FL

This incredibly bright and glistening brooch was inspired by a tropical floral motif and crafted

Category

1990s Brooches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

18k White Gold 10.50ctw Black & White Diamond Dual Feather Leaf Pin Brooch
18k White Gold 10.50ctw Black & White Diamond Dual Feather Leaf Pin Brooch

18k White Gold 10.50ctw Black & White Diamond Dual Feather Leaf Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

- Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Black Diamonds - 4.0ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 10.50 (approx

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gianfranco FERRE Brooch Black Shell Crystal New, Never worn Pin 1980s
Gianfranco FERRE Brooch Black Shell Crystal New, Never worn Pin 1980s

Gianfranco FERRE Brooch Black Shell Crystal New, Never worn Pin 1980s

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Wallkill, NY

Large Black Gold Tone 24K Plated with massive Crystals set. Measuring 3.33 in / 84.73 mm wide X

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

CHANEL black enamel 21A CHATEAU DES DAME CRYSTAL HEART Brooch
CHANEL black enamel 21A CHATEAU DES DAME CRYSTAL HEART Brooch

CHANEL black enamel 21A CHATEAU DES DAME CRYSTAL HEART Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Chanel heart brooch in black resin is a striking statement piece, blending bold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch Black Onyx Ruby 1920s Vintage Jewelry
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch Black Onyx Ruby 1920s Vintage Jewelry

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch Black Onyx Ruby 1920s Vintage Jewelry

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A striking Art Deco platinum and diamond brooch, featuring black onyx and ruby; circa 1920s. The

Category

Antique 1880s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum

CHANEL black resin 22B RUE CAMBON STREET SIGN STRASS Brooch
CHANEL black resin 22B RUE CAMBON STREET SIGN STRASS Brooch

CHANEL black resin 22B RUE CAMBON STREET SIGN STRASS Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Chanel street sign brooch in black resin is a bold and playful statement piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral, Black Enamel And Diamond Brooch
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral, Black Enamel And Diamond Brooch

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral, Black Enamel And Diamond Brooch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Experience the timeless elegance of an estate Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral, Black Enamel, and

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Deco 1930s 10.00 Carat Australian Black Opal Brooch with Diamonds
Antique Art Deco 1930s 10.00 Carat Australian Black Opal Brooch with Diamonds

Antique Art Deco 1930s 10.00 Carat Australian Black Opal Brooch with Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum with an Australian Black Opal at the center weighing approximately 10.00

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum

Alex Jona Burmese Moonstone White Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Starfish Brooch
Alex Jona Burmese Moonstone White Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Starfish Brooch

Alex Jona Burmese Moonstone White Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Starfish Brooch

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona one-of-a-kind, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold starfish brooch, showcasing

Category

2010s Italian Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian Era Black Onyx Maltese Cross 18KT Brooch with Diamonds
Antique Victorian Era Black Onyx Maltese Cross 18KT Brooch with Diamonds

Antique Victorian Era Black Onyx Maltese Cross 18KT Brooch with Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

A rare and finely detailed Victorian-era Maltese cross brooch crafted in solid 18KT yellow gold

Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sea Fish Diamond Pave Black Pearl & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch
Sea Fish Diamond Pave Black Pearl & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch

Sea Fish Diamond Pave Black Pearl & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

Diamonds 1.03 CT 1 Black Pearl 7.45 CT (10MM) 1 Ruby 0.09 CT 18KR 10.29 GM (WOTT)" 18K Gold & Precious

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Jade Brooch. Carved Jade Coral Diamond Geometric Platinum Black Enamel
Antique Jade Brooch. Carved Jade Coral Diamond Geometric Platinum Black Enamel

Antique Jade Brooch. Carved Jade Coral Diamond Geometric Platinum Black Enamel

Located in New York, NY

Carats Total Jewelry Type: Brooch / Pin Jewelry Style: Art Deco Brooch, Geometric Brooch, Vintage

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Moi Joya Gold Diamond and Black Enamel Brooch and Pendant
Moi Joya Gold Diamond and Black Enamel Brooch and Pendant

Moi Joya Gold Diamond and Black Enamel Brooch and Pendant

Located in Lawrenceville, GA

Diamonds. Black enamel. Crafted in 14K gold. If we had to describe this pendant in one word, it would be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Oversized Spider Brooch
Oversized Spider Brooch

Oversized Spider Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Large and imposing spider brooch of colored pastes with a rhodochrosite body. Emerald baguettes

Category

Vintage 1980s German Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Japanese Shakudō Brooch
Japanese Shakudō Brooch

Japanese Shakudō Brooch

$385

W 0.75 in L 1.5 in

Japanese Shakudō Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully detailed Japanese 19th Century Shakudō brooch. L 1.50", W .75". Excellent condition.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Chanel Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo CC Gold Brooch
Chanel Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo CC Gold Brooch

Chanel Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo CC Gold Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2001 Collection The brooch is in good condition showing

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Black Crystals Swirl Twist Openwork Long Brooch
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Black Crystals Swirl Twist Openwork Long Brooch

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Black Crystals Swirl Twist Openwork Long Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Long Black Enamel Swirl Twist Crystals Openwork Modernist

Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Yellow Gold Australian Black Opal Triplet Dia Vintage Halo Brooch 14k .45ctw Pin
Yellow Gold Australian Black Opal Triplet Dia Vintage Halo Brooch 14k .45ctw Pin

Yellow Gold Australian Black Opal Triplet Dia Vintage Halo Brooch 14k .45ctw Pin

Located in Greensboro, NC

Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Australian Black

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina B Diamond and Black Enamel Double Clip Brooch, circa 1970s
Marina B Diamond and Black Enamel Double Clip Brooch, circa 1970s

Marina B Diamond and Black Enamel Double Clip Brooch, circa 1970s

By Marina B

Located in Roma, RM

This striking vintage double clip brooch by Marina B dates to the 1970s, a decade celebrated for

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Cilea Paris Black and Gold Resin Carved Brooch Giant Honey Bee
Cilea Paris Black and Gold Resin Carved Brooch Giant Honey Bee

Cilea Paris Black and Gold Resin Carved Brooch Giant Honey Bee

By Ciléa

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cilea Paris designed this stunning, dimensional honey bee brooch. This rare fantasy-inspired

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Brooches

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Black Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the black brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect black brooch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a black brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Chanel, Christian Dior and Kenneth Jay Lane are consistently popular. A black brooch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 643 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a black brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Black Brooch?

On average, a black brooch at 1stDibs sells for $1,500, while they’re typically $29 on the low end and $1,200,000 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.