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Broaches And Pins

Absolutely Incredible And Unique Diamond Bicycle Broach/Pin In 18k White Gold
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Absolutely Incredible And Unique Diamond Bicycle Broach/Pin In 18k White Gold . Both wheels
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2010s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

107 Carat Oval Australian Opal, Diamond and Emerald Pendant /Pin/Broach 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning piece of jewelry is a Pin/Necklace made of 18 Karat yellow gold. It features a
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold

Estate Art Deco 5 Ct Diamond & Sapphire Platinum 13.7Gm Pin / Broach VS Quality
Located in New York, NY
Estate Art Deco 5 Ct Diamond & Sapphire Platinum 13.7Gm Pin / Broach VS Quality Antique Estate Art
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Opal and Sapphire "El Pescado" Broach by Andrew Glassford
By Andrew Glassford
Located in Dallas, TX
more versatile piece. It has a double pin mechanism in the back with a safety to ensure a proper fit on
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1890 Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Krementz Iris with Pearl Broach
Located in Lexington, KY
Iris 14k Yellow Gold Pearl Broach from the 1890 Art Nouveau period. The brooch features a classic, time
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Snowshoe Brooch Or Pin. Wintersport.
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Snowshoe Brooch Or Pin. A very nice piece of antique winter themed jewellery, a broach in the form
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memora...

Materials

Silver

Antique Snowshoe Brooch Or Pin. Wintersport.
Antique Snowshoe Brooch Or Pin. Wintersport.
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H 1.75 in W 2 in D 0.1 in
Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
. This Vintage Buccellati Pin is crafted with an extraordinary eye for detail, this broach pin showcases
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 1940's Swedish wood marquetry jewellery box with pin cushion
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
jewels. There is a pin cushion on the lid for broaches for example. Whether you leave the box open to
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Large Vintage French Cartier Brooch Silk Scarf Pink Irish Linen Pillow
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
scarf in a striking design and colour. Featuring two beautiful antique gold broaches, dripping with
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Late 20th Century Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

18KY 3.60tw Gorgeous Modern Tourmaline, Diamond, & Heliodor Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful and unique modern broach containing an elongated emerald cut, richly colored blue/green
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20th Century North American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Pink Sapphire Round Diamond 3.00 Carat Bespoke 18KT White Gold Pendant Brooch
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
carat white gold, and single freshwater pearl pendant broach multi-function high jewellery creation by
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k ...

Job Lot of American Folk Art Pictures Plaques Beatles Solid Silver Coin Beatles
Located in GB
commemoration 2:- An American flag pin broach mounted with what looks like diamonds 3:- A pair of PS
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20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Art

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Silver

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16.15 Carat Australian Opal, Diamond and Emerald Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed House of Ming design with a Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Dark Gray Opal Pendant Necklace. Center Hand set with a securely nestled ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiara Convertible En Tremblant Flower Diamond Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Antique Tiara convertible En Tremblant Flower Diamond Brooch on Silver and Gold. French marks. Late 19th Century. Tiara frame in titanium flexible and adaptable to all sizes. Lengt...
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Damiani Diamond and Pearls Tiara
By Damiani
Located in Geneva, CH
Exceptional Tiara by Damiani. Diamonds, pearls Metal: white gold 18K (no rhodium plating). Diamonds weight: 41,50 carats color G-H clarity VVS-VS Japanese pearls: 9,60 grams. Total ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Bucherer Dragonfly Brooch with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold
By Bucherer
Located in Lucerne, CH
Trends have come and gone but the desire for beautiful botanical jewelry has persisted through the ages. Dragonflies are one of the most widely represented creatures of this motif. I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Cabochon Ruby Emerald Platinum Necklace Suite
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional suite by Cartier that dates back to the 1960s, comprising a necklace, bracelet, and matching ear clips, all of a similar design. Each piece is crafted with cabochon ru...
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Vintage 1960s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum

Gold Filled Blood Red Bohemian Garnet brooch Pin Antique 19th Century
Located in Wallkill, NY
19th century Bohemian garnet brooch A Early Bohemian Garnet Brooch. Has a gold wash or filled mounting with a floral motif Design. Has a step up Design with layers of red blood garne...
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Antique Early 19th Century Czech Georgian Brooches

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Garnet, Gold-filled

French Antique Stunning Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Necklace, Circa 1870
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French Burmese ruby and diamond necklace c.1870, the necklace formed of twelve graduated cushion shaped clusters each centred with a Burmese unheated ruby in a gol...
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Antique 1870s French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bulgari Rome Elizabeth Taylor Style Colombian Emerald Diamond Necklace Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Rome Elizabeth Taylor Style Colombian Certified Emerald Diamond NecklaceDetaches Into Two Bracelets and Detachable Pendant An 18k yellow gold necklace was set with sixteen ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Sterling Silver Yellow Bird on Branch Lapel Pin Brooch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This hand-crafted antique Victorian brooch was forged from sterling silver and features a sweet enameled yellow bird perched on a silver branch. During the Victorian era, bird watchi...
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

1940s Vintage 1.50 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Cocktail Fob Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco 1.50 carat diamond and platinum cocktail fob watch by 'Helvetia'; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and im...
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 11.09 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 11.09 carat amethyst (total) and seed pearl, 9 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections....
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches

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Pearl, Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Whitby Jet Muckross House Mourning Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
Intricately carved picturesque Brooch with a Early C closure pin pin back. Hallmarked on the back, it has had a repair. Measuring 2.18 in. w x 1.84 in. top to bottom. Check our stor...
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Antique 1860s American Victorian Brooches

Riker Bros. Art Nouveau Ruby Garnet Pearl Basse-Taille 14 Karat Dragonfly Brooch
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed a dragonfly with a segmented gold body and four basse-taille enamel wings. Transparent red, green, and yellow glossy enamel over linear vein-like engraving. Exhibiting minim...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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

Oscar Heyman Gold and Platinum Pave Diamond "Two Kitty" Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18kt yellow gold and platinum "Two Kitty" brooch contains a 189 round diamonds weighing 3.14cts (F-G/VS+) and 4 round emeralds as the eyes. It is stamped with the makers...
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2010s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Ciner Swarovski Crystal Sea Shell Brooch Pin Never Worn -1980s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Multi-Colored Swarovski Crystals set in this massive Ciner Brooch. Measuring 2.89 inches or 73.54 mm wide x 2.27 inches or 57.77 mm top to bottom. We have more Ciner items on our sto...
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Vintage 1980s American Brooches

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

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Hand Crafted Turquoise Raised Relief Bust Broach
Located in Bedford, NY
, diamonds and saphires, Broach pin on back
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Edwardian Platinum, Diamond and Sapphire Pin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This Platinum pin is center set with a .45 carat Old European Diamond in an elaborate pierced
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Platinum, Diamond and Sapphire Pin
Edwardian Platinum, Diamond and Sapphire Pin
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H 0.99 in D 0.28 in L 3.35 in
Erwin Pearl 18 Karat Gold Sapphire Diamond Floral Pin Brooch
By Erwin Pearl
Located in Overland Park, KS
Erwin Pearl floral Pin Broach 32.9 Grams of solid 18kt gold set with six round brilliant natural
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst and Enamel Brooch set in Yellow Gold
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A 19th century Art Nouveau pin is center set with a 13.00 x 9.30mm oval cut and faceted deep purple
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Floral Horseshoe Brooch Silver, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This Victorian Sterling Silver brooch is wonderful, Circa 1900. The broach depicts lovely flowers
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
. Measuring just 1 inch x .75 inch, it is a perfectly sized collar pin with beautiful coloration and wonderful
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

18th Century Georgian Shell Cameo Red Gold frame
Located in Toronto, Ontario
impressive at 2.5" x 2" and retains its' original broaching assembly with extended stick pin
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

107 Carat Oval Australian Opal, Diamond and Emerald Pendant /Pin/Broach 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
107 Carat Oval Australian Opal, Diamond & Emerald Pendant /Pin /Broach 18 Karat Gold Estate yellow
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Emerald, 18k Gold

6 Pearl and Sapphire Heart Shaped 14 Karat Gold Pin or Broach Affordable, Estate
Located in New York, NY
6 Pearl & Sapphire Heart Shaped 14 Karat Gold Pin or Broach, Affordable, Estate A beautiful heart
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Diamond Broach or Pin Necklace in Platinum with Pearls, Bridal
Located in New York, NY
14.5 Carats VS, E Diamond Necklace made in Platinum . Its a choker necklace where center part has a plate , made of all diamonds with 5 big solitaire diamonds . One of our premium ...
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

Jade Combination Broach & Clips
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Estate. The Clips shut tightly with no flex. Even the broach pin has great tension and pullback to ensure
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Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Jade, Diamond

Antique 30ct Diamond & 6 South Sea Pearl Pin/ Broach 18 Karat White Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Antique Approximately 30 Ct Diamond & 6 Large Size South Sea Pearl Pin / Broach 18 Karat White
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

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

Lapis Lazuli & Sapphire Bunny Rabit 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Brooch Pin. This ornate brooch features the Easter Bunny crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold holding a blue
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.5 Carat Diamond Graduating Circular Platinum Pin / Pendant VS Quality Estate
Located in New York, NY
diamonds Antique Diamond & Platinum Pin/Broach/ Pendant , VS Quality Graduating size of diamonds It can be
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

John Galliano dove moiré tailcoat and trained skirt ensemble, ss 1995
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano 'Misia Diva (Pin-Up) runway ensemble ▪ Cotton moiré tailcoat with open front ▪ Can
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Art Deco Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Set
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
also be converted into a pin. Earring dimensions: 2cm x 1.5cm Broach dimensions: 4.4cm x 2.3cm
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Set
Art Deco Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Set
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W 0.91 in L 1.74 in
Qajar period tempera portrait of a Persian dignitary
Located in London, GB
broach, pinned to his yellow turban. The broach features an elegant black and white feather plume, and
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19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Tempera

GIA Certified Uvarovite Garnet, Cobaltodolomite, Diamond & Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Uvarovite Garnet, Cobaltodolomite, Diamond & Akoya Pearl Necklace/ PIN The center
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat Two-Toned Fancy Colored Diamond Broach Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This gorgeous 18k Two Toned Yellow and White Gold and Fancy Colored Diamond Broach Pin features an
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modernist Brooches

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White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...

9.5 Carat Heart Shaped Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pin or Broach, VS Quality Estate
Located in New York, NY
Antique Heart Shaped Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pin/Broach, VS Quality Set with two rows of round
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.0 Carat Diamond and Mother of Pearl Butterfly Broach 18 Karat White Gold 13 Gm
Located in New York, NY
Antique Butterfly Shaped Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pin/Broach, with Mother of Pearl Set with 4 pieces
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

2001 Chanel Blue Reindeer Pin
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Autumn 2001 Chanel Blue plexi/resin? reindeer broach. Yellow and magenta CC logos. Silver Chanel
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Brooches

Sorority Skull Chi Omega Seed Pearl Pin, Ruby Eyes and Pearl Skull, 1930
Located in Austin, TX
: Broach Measurements: 11.7 mm Gemstone: Pearl Gemstone Shape: round This sorority pin is for the Chi
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Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sorority Zata Tau Alpha Opal Brooch, 14k White w Black Enamel and Genuine Opal
Located in Austin, TX
This gorgeous sorority pin has 31 gorgeous opals encrusting it. The black enamel in the center
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20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Opal, Enamel, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roman Empress Marble Bust Sculpture, 20th Century
Located in Southall, GB
fine toga drapery, pinned to one side by a jeweled broach, and crowned with a tiara.
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20th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Abalone Seashell Jewelry or Decorative Box
Located in New York, NY
, vanity, nightstand table, etc. Box measures: 2.75" D x 4.88" W. Tiffany & Co. gold bow pin broach shown
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Organic Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Metal

Abalone Seashell Jewelry or Decorative Box
Abalone Seashell Jewelry or Decorative Box
H 1.25 in W 4.88 in D 2.75 in
Vintage Large Signed Chanel 25 Maltese Cross Broach Pin
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This vintage signed Chanel brooch pin features a maltese cross design with cranberry and green
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Late 20th Century French Brooches

Dior Gold-plated, Pearl and Crystal Broach 2000's
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
broach has a pine cone-like design and a pin fastening at the back with an incised logo on the pin back
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2010s French Contemporary Brooches

Platinum Diamond 3.75 Carat Total Weight Butterfly Pin and Pendant
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum on gold Art Deco Butterfly broach/pendant, consisting of 8 square cut emeralds, with an
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Maple Wood Acrylic Starburst Brooch Pin
By Kelsey Simmen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
pattern. The broach hardware is stainless steel. The piece measures 2.25 x 2.25 in.
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Acrylic Maple Wood Eye Candy Brooch Pin
By Kelsey Simmen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Mixed media pin with matte finished two tone magenta and coral paint on maple wood and mirrored
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

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Sterling Silver

Cartier Paris Diamond Gold Diving Dolphins Pin
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
A yellow gold Cartier broach Dolphins collection set with diamonds and emeralds. The smallest
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Brooch Green Tassel Pendant
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A stunning 1970s Yves Saint Laurent exaggerated safety pin broach with a dark green tassel pendant
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

19th Century Victorian Carved Jadeite Jade Pearl Pendant Brooch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
. At some point in the early 20th, when pins were all the rage, a broaching assembly with an early
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Antique 1840s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Herbert Rosenthal 18 Karat Gold and 1 Carat, Diamond Magic Mushroom Pin Brooch
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Overland Park, KS
Herbert Rosenthal Magic Mushroom Pin Broach bead set with 13 round brilliant diamonds of excellent
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Vintage 1940s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Pin, Edwardian
Located in Toronto, Ontario
period, the White Gold is 18K while the broaching assembly was crafted in 14K Yellow Fold. The wide C
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold...

Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Pin, Edwardian
Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Pin, Edwardian
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W 1.74 in D 0.2 in
Vintage 1940s Important Blue And Green Rhinestone Peacock Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This vintage peacock brooch was made in the 1940s and while we often see a copy of this broach
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

Vintage Rare Trifari Fruit Salad Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
There is no signature to this stunning broach, but collectors recognize this vintage deco pin. It
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Mid-20th Century American Brooches

Chanel Navy & Red Camellia Lined Tweed Embellished Jacket FR36
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Floral tweed and silk pin broaches on upper shoulder - Inner buttoned patch pockets Materials: Main
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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

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Broaches And Pins For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of broaches and pins. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and 14k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 8 vintage editions and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of broaches and pins bearing contemporary or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Andrew Glassford and Kary Adam produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 7 diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, oval cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our broaches and pins for sale are for women, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Broaches And Pins?

Prices for broaches and pins can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $384 and can go as high as $55,000, while broaches and pins, on average, fetch $4,175.
Questions About Broaches And Pins
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A circle pin is a classic piece of jewelry that was popular in the 1950’s and 60’s, often fashioned to a cardigan or blouse. Circle pins were known to have different meanings depending on where they were worn and the style of the pin. Some pin styles and placements conveyed one’s undying love for another. Shop circle pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A flower pin is a decorative piece of ornament that is usually worn on a suit. It is positioned on the left lapel. A flower pin is attached to the garment either by sliding it into a slot on the lapel or with a metal wire secured to the back of the pin. Shop for a range of antique and vintage flower pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    It's not uncommon for people to wear jewelry that represents their loved ones. Wearing a mourning pin shows an emotional connection with someone who has passed away and can help you grieve in a way that feels appropriate and respectful.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Twist pin is a corkscrew shaped pin that can be used for a variety of household purposes such as to keep slipcovers and arm covers in place, secure mattresses and attaching sheets and blankets to the mattress. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique twist pins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original safety pin dress was a Versace creation famously worn by actress Elizabeth Hurley in 1994. Since then, Versace has made many other designs featuring safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace safety pin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a safety pin symbolizes is largely a matter of personal opinion. In recent years, the pin has come to symbolize support for the rights of marginalized people. Historically, people associated safety pins with babies and motherhood because of the pins used to hold cloth diapers in place. Shop a collection of safety pin jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hat pin is a pin that can be used to secure your hat to your head. It is usually done so through the hair. They are often 6 to 8 inches long and have a decorative head.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fancy pins can also be called lapel pins or enamel pins. The metal is molded in an ornate design, and soft enamel is added, sometimes by hand, to create the desired look. You’ll find a variety of lapel pins and enamel pins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Juggling pins are called clubs by jugglers themselves, and can be called pins or batons by the layman. Juggling dates back to nearly 2000 BC, with evidence of forms of juggling being found in Egypt, the Pacific Islands and even in the Aztec Empire-era in Mexico. Find an assortment of clubs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tie pin can go by various names including tie clip, tie slide, tie bar, or tie clasp. No matter what you call it, the purpose is the same—it attaches the tie to the shirt front, preventing it from moving around and keeping the wearer’s look sleek and smooth. Shop a collection of vintage and new tie pins from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wear a vintage tie pin, position the pin between the third and fourth buttons of your shirt. Then, slip the pin through both layers of the tie. Finally, secure the backing. Find a range of vintage tie pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Elizabeth Hurley’s famed 1994 safety pin dress, which the actress wore to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, was designed by Versace. The dress was made with revealing slits in the sides that were held together with oversized gold safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and contemporary Versace pieces from top sellers worldwide.