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Black Spider Brooch

Oversized Spider Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large and imposing spider brooch of colored pastes with a rhodochrosite body. Emerald baguettes
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Vintage 1980s German Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Black Tahitian Pearl Tarantula Spider Brooch Pin
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A phenomenal Victorian revival brooch pin. The large spider is laced with a cluster of sparkling
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2010s Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond spider brooch features a Tahitian pearl of 16.5mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
18KY Nazca Line Spider Brooch with Black Diamonds and Black Mica
By HCL METAL WORKS
Located in Gorham, ME
18KY, Black Diamonds, Black Mica, Nazca Line Spider Pin was inspired by my intrigue of the organic
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2010s American Anglo-Indian Brooches

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Unique Spider Black Diamond 18K Gold Brooch For Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Brooch 18K With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva-based
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Brooches

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Spider Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Spider Brooch. Featuring one golden Tahitian pearl
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

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

Ella Gafter 18mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Silver Tahitian pearl and diamond spider brooch features a voluminous pearl of the rare size of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Crystal, Black Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Whi...

Ella Gafter 18mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter 18mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond spider brooch features a voluminous Australian pearl of 18.2mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Russian Baltic Amber Cabochon Spider Vintage Pin Brooch in Gold, Early 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisite spider brooch. This Russian pin is the perfect accessory, featuring an amber body set
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20th Century Russian Brooches

Materials

Amber

Riker Brothers Enamel Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Spider Art Nouveau Brooch
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a highly rendered spider with spindly legs Its abdomen is glossed with
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tahitian South Sea Pearl and Diamond Gold Spider Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Spider Brooch securely set with a 15mm Black Tahitian Pearl body, enhanced a band of
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2010s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Gold

Alishan Limited Edition Platinum and 18 Kt Gold Spider & Web Pearl and Diamond
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Alishan Limited edition Platinum and 18kt Gold Spider and the Web Pearl and Diamond Pendant / Pin
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Garnet 14K Gold Cannetille Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Weight: 2.8 grams We will wrap the brooch beautifully in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Garnet 14K Gold Cannetille Pin Brooch
Antique Garnet 14K Gold Cannetille Pin Brooch
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H 0.6 in W 1.03 in
Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
gold. We will wrap the brooch beautifully in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Filigree Cannetille Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
and spider-like rosette ornaments, as shown by this brooch. The brooch is in very good condition
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Cannetille Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
included tendrils, scrolls, coils, beehives and spider-like rosette ornaments. The brooch is in very good
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Gold Cannetille and Seed Pearl Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
brooch beautifully in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
karat gold. We will wrap the brooch beautifully in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Gold Cannetille and Seed Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century drop-shaped brooch created in 14 karat gold. The brooch is set with seven
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Scarab beetle brooch, 9k yellow gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
antique, Egyptian revival, 9kt gold and scarab beetle brooch. This piece features a real scarab beetle
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Rose Gold Seed Pearl Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
3.2 cm Weight 6.12 grams We will wrap your brooch beautifully in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 14K Gold Horn of Plenty Filigree Cannetille Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
and spider-like rosette ornaments, as shown by this amazing brooch. The center of the brooch features
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Gold Orient Pearl and Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
We will wrap the brooch beautifully in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Pearl and Tassel Cannetille Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
will wrap the brooch beautifully in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Gold Tassel Earrings and Brooch, Jewelry Set
Located in Rotterdam, NL
measurements: L 2.8 x W 1.3 cm Weight: 2.17 grams We will wrap your earrings and brooch beautifully in a black
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian More Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Tassel Earrings and Brooch, Jewelry Set
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique early 20th century jewelry set consisting of earrings and a brooch. The gold has
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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dolce & Gabbana Safety Pin Jeans
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Glasgow, GB
jewelled spider brooch and amber toned diamanté brooch on the other leg. Zipped at the inner ankle on each
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Early 2000s Italian Pants

Antique Coral and Filigree 14K Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
, beehives and spider-like rosette ornaments, as shown by this pendant. The coral beads below the brooch
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian Spider And Turtle Brooch
Located in London, GB
green enamel and pearl spider with cabochon cut ruby eyes, all in 18ct yellow gold and linked by an oval
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20th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Spider And Turtle Brooch
Victorian Spider And Turtle Brooch
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Located in Montreal, QC
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Black Spider Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact black spider brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k 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 spider brooch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic black spider brooch over the years, but those made by Ella Gafter, HCL METAL WORKS and Natkina are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a black spider brooch featuring pearl from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and brilliant cut versions for sale. Finding a black spider brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 14 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Black Spider Brooch?

The price for a black spider brooch starts at $143 and tops out at $19,200 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,914.

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.