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Early 19th Century Silesian Wirework Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
formed into a bow formed brooch with drop and gutta percha button decoration. 2" x 1.75". France 1830's
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Antique 1830s French Georgian Brooches

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Other

Marcus & Co. Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch, American, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
bow form brooch set with one central row of twenty eight French cut sapphires in channel settings with
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

21.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
form of a bow; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

21.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
21.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
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H 0.35 in W 2.72 in L 2.83 in
Antique 4.45ct Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
crafted in platinum. The brooch has been realistically modelled in the form of a tied bow. The pierced
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 4.45ct Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
Antique 4.45ct Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
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H 0.22 in W 0.51 in L 1.71 in
1970s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. This original retro brooch is formed from a
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Antique Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1910
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier antique diamond bow brooch. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open
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Vintage 1910s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Yellow, Rose and White Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional Victorian 15k yellow, rose and white gold brooch in the form of a bow; part of our
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Victorian Yellow, Rose and White Gold Bow Brooch
Victorian Yellow, Rose and White Gold Bow Brooch
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H 0.25 in W 0.45 in L 1.65 in
Vintage 1.70ct Diamond Two-Toned Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.70 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold bow brooch; part
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1990s Unknown Brooches

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

Vintage 1.70ct Diamond Two-Toned Gold Bow Brooch
Vintage 1.70ct Diamond Two-Toned Gold Bow Brooch
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H 0.2 in W 1.02 in L 1.32 in
Antique Victorian 15ct Tri-Coloured Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
tri-coloured gold accents. This Victorian brooch has been modelled in the form of a tied ribbon bow
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian  15ct Tri-Coloured Gold Bow Brooch
Antique Victorian  15ct Tri-Coloured Gold Bow Brooch
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H 0.21 in W 0.46 in L 2.05 in
1930s Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
in the form of a wreath and tied bow. The wreath has a twisted ribbon design, accented with a
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Vintage 1930s Brooches

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1930s Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Bow Brooch
1930s Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Bow Brooch
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H 0.19 in W 0.86 in L 1.02 in
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Vintage ruby and diamond bow brooch. Centrally set with twelve rectangular baguette cut diamonds in
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1930s Antique 2.85 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1930s 2.85 carat diamond and platinum brooch in the form of a bow; part of our
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Platinum

1930s Antique 2.85 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
1930s Antique 2.85 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch
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H 0.26 in W 1.18 in L 1.17 in
Antique 1900s 2.55 Carat Diamond White Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A large, exceptional and impressive 2.55 carat diamond bow brooch in 18k white gold; part of our
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique French Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
clasp. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a tied bow. Two individually claw set round mixed
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Antique 1890s French Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl Wreath and Diamond Bow White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond brooch has been crafted in 14k white gold. This vintage brooch has been modelled in the form of a
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro Ribbon And Bow 18ct Gold Brooch With Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
reflected in the period’s highly popular ribbon and bow motif depicted in this cheerful gold brooch. With
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Vintage 1950s Portuguese Retro Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K White Gold Diamond Pearl Bow Tie Brooch Pin
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 18K White Gold Diamond Pearl Bow Tie Brooch Pin Solid 18K White Gold Bow-tie form brooch
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20th Century Brooches

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

Vintage Belgian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brooch has been modelled in the form of a three dimensional tied bow. The centre of the bow is
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Belgian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1940
Vintage Belgian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1940
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H 0.43 in W 0.83 in L 2.17 in
Antique 1.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
crafted in platinum. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a tied ribbon bow. The pierced
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1930
Antique 1.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1930
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H 0.2 in W 0.58 in L 2.09 in
Antique 1.99 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
crafted in platinum. The brooch has been realistically modelled in the form of a tied bow. The pierced
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20th Century Brooches

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1.99 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1900
Antique 1.99 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1900
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H 0.36 in W 0.47 in L 1.73 in
Vintage 1980s 1.68 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1.68 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold bow brooch; part of our diverse
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Vintage 1980s British Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980s 1.68 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Vintage 1980s 1.68 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
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H 0.26 in W 0.68 in L 1.48 in
Antique 1920s Austro-Hungarian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.49 Carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set bow brooch; part of
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9CT Gold and Pearl leaves with a bow brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A lovely Vintage 9 Carat Gold and Cultured Pearl brooch in the form of a Spray of Leaves tied with
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20th Century British Modern Brooches

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Pearl, Gold

Antique 18k Gold LFG Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
offer or to receive. But this is not the only reason why we love this magnificent diamond bow brooch
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Retro Bow Brooch Pin 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely Retro bow brooch pin made of 18k gold with ruby and diamond. The gemstones are assembled
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

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White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond and Pearl 15K Yellow Gold Bow Brooch, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
has been modelled in the form of a tied bow. The millegrain decorated bordered bow knot is ornamented
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Bow Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the form of a bow; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Bow Brooch, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A French antique diamond and silver-upon-gold bow brooch, set with two rows of old mine cut
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco 1.00 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This wonderfully delicate art deco brooch takes the form of a bow, and is embellished with diamonds
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Moira Design Pink and Blue Sapphire Silver and Gold Bow Brooch
By Moira
Located in London, GB
A Moira design bow brooch, set with round blue and pink sapphires, in silver micro-claw pavé
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1990s British Modern Brooches

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Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique 1920s 6 Carat Ruby and 1.31 Carat Diamond Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brooch has been crafted in platinum. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a layered bow. The
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Byzantine Style Emerald and Ruby Filagree Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dramatic 18k yellow gold filagree bow brooch pendant featuring a leaf and scroll design accented
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20th Century Byzantine Brooches

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heavy Large White Baroque Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Bow Ribbon Brooch, Pin
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
formed. Creating a brooch that incorporates a Baroque pearl requires a high level of craftsmanship. The
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Late 20th Century Italian Brooches

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 0.78Ct Ruby and 0.40Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a tied bow. The double-looped bow is ornamented with
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Vintage 1910s Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Mid Century Platinum Old Mine Diamond One Carat Bow Brooch 1.3 Inch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Classic Set Old Mine Diamonds Bow Brooch, measuring 1.3" x 0.75
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Vintage 1950s American Post-War Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Mid Century Platinum Old Mine Diamond One Carat Bow Brooch 1.3 Inch
Vintage Mid Century Platinum Old Mine Diamond One Carat Bow Brooch 1.3 Inch
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H 1.3 in W 0.75 in Dm 0.75 in L 1.3 in
Edwardian 14 Karat Gold and Aquamarine Filigree Bow Tie Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Edwardian gold and aquamarine pin in the form of a bow tie. With a round light blue
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Heavy Elegant 18k bow Brooch - 1940's collar pin - solid gold rose cut diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
ribbon forming a marvellous outsized bow. In the center of this beauty, we find four rose cut diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Art Deco Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Cartier. Taking the form of a classic bow, the pin is crafted of rock crystal with delicately carved
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20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum

Cartier Art Deco Brooch
Cartier Art Deco Brooch
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L 2.38 in
14K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Pearl Bow Pin #16256
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Pearl Bow Pin This adorable bow pin is crafted form 14K
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20th Century Brooches

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

Cruciform NielloInlay FleurDeLys GiltEngravedCopperAlloy Heraldry Brooch Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
-Saxon "square-headed" bow brooches. They have the same copper and niello metalwork with equally lavish
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Renaissance Brooches

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Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal, Niello, Silver, Copper

Line Vautrin Mirror Mosaic Flower Bouquet Brooch
By Line Vautrin
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Floral bouquet brooch by Line Vautrin, France from the 1950s. Signature "mosaics" of rose
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

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Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Line Vautrin Mirror Mosaic Flower Bouquet Brooch
Line Vautrin Mirror Mosaic Flower Bouquet Brooch
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W 1.75 in L 2.25 in
1940s 3.93 Carat Diamond and Platinum Spray Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond brooch has been crafted in platinum. The vintage brooch has been modelled in the form of numerous
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1940s 3.93 Carat Diamond and Platinum Spray Brooch
1940s 3.93 Carat Diamond and Platinum Spray Brooch
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H 0.23 in W 1.22 in L 2.17 in
Antique 1910s Diamond and Emerald Platinum Galleon Ship Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique ship brooch has been crafted in platinum. This stunning antique brooch reflects the form
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique 1910s Diamond and Emerald Platinum Galleon Ship Brooch
Antique 1910s Diamond and Emerald Platinum Galleon Ship Brooch
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H 0.39 in W 1.18 in L 1.85 in
Antique French Gold Pearl and Malachite Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Ruffled oval brooch, which can form a collar watch holder, in 18kt yellow gold centered with a
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches

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Malachite, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond And White Gold Lilac Flower Brooch, Circa 1950
Located in London, GB
A vintage diamond flower brooch, in the form of a bunch of lilac, tied with a bow, set with round
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Vintage 1950s English Brooches

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Diamond, White Gold

Edwardian natural pearl and diamond pendant/brooch, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian natural pearl and diamond pendant/brooch. An impressive convertible pendant/brooch, set
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian 15K Gold & Silver 2.82ctw Old Cut Diamond Brooch & Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
. This delightful late Victorian brooch is formed as a central clyster of diamonds, topped with an
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Art Deco 3.05 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch, circa 1915
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique brooch has been crafted in platinum. The Art Deco brooch has been modelled in the form of a
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Vintage 1910s Brooches

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Diamond, Platinum

Dan Frere 14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby, Onyx and Emerald Cat Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
. Designed by Dan Frere, this brooch takes the form of a cat in solid 14K yellow gold detailed with textured
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1930s Platinum 2.27tgw Old Cut Diamond & Sapphire Brooch or Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
brooch is formed as a circle, half set with diamonds, and half set with sapphires, with a diamond set bow
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Diamond, Garnet and Ruby, Yellow Gold Gondola Brooch Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and 18 karat white gold set brooch in the form of a gondola; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Antique Art Deco 3.67 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 3.67 carat diamond and platinum spray brooch; part
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mabe Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold. This vintage pearl brooch has been crafted in the form of a lady wearing a fashionable wide
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 3.00 Carat Burma Ruby and 1.02 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brooch has been modelled in the form of a wreath and tied bow. The wreath design is embellished with
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 8.50 Carat Amethyst and Pearl 9 Carat Yellow Gold Lapel Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
decoration; this setting is modelled in the form of a ribbon bow with a central overlapping knot design. The
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bailey Banks & Biddle 1925 Art Deco Brooch Platinum 4.74 Cwt. Diamonds & Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco brooch designed by Bailey Banks & Biddle. An exquisite piece created by Bailey Banks
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Brooch 14ct White Gold Hallmarked Old-Cut Brilliants 0.85ct made c.1925
Located in Vienna, AT
14ct. SPECIFICATIONS: Brooch of oblong form type, additionally abundanty decorated with numerous OLD
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Saphiret Glass Sash Pin
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian silver plate repousse sash pin with focal saphiret glass cabocheon. Of flori form design
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Antique 1890s American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Edwardian Saphiret Glass Sash Pin
Edwardian Saphiret Glass Sash Pin
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W 1.63 in L 2.63 in
Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace or Brooch by Gautrait
By Gautrait
Located in London, GB
trilobite bow, that suspended from a gold cable chain with circular spring clasp, in a fitted brown leather
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Earrings Pendant/Brooch Girandole Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
brooches of girandole form was to continue right up to the 19th century to be gradually superseded by less
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Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver

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Bow Form Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate bow form brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and platinum — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 221 vintage editions and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a bow form brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A bow form brooch from Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A bow form brooch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 106, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a bow form brooch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Bow Form Brooch?

The price for a bow form brooch starts at $155 and tops out at $378,437 with these brooches, on average, selling for $4,273.

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.