1940s Miriam Haskell Turquoise glass Brooch Pin Book Piece
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Wallkill, NY
Fantastic Early 1940s Miriam HASKELL Turquoise Corsage Brooch. measuring 2.6 in x 1.44 in. Pieces
Base Metal
Antique Young Psyche Writing a Book Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique gold filled shell cameo brooch, intricately carved and titled “Young Psyche Writing a Book
Copper, Gold Plate
$2,850
W 3.25 in L 7.5 in
Madeleine Albright's Lizard Pin Brooch 7.5" Articulated And "Read My Pins" Book
Located in New York, NY
copy of her book "Read My Pins: Stories From A Diplomat's Jewel Box." The lizard brooch is a
$4,119
W 2.56 in L 2.56 in
Archive Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Vintage Brooch, Piece from book
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in TOULOUSE, FR
This striking vintage Yves Saint Laurent pendant-brooch from the late 1980s–1990s perfectly
Gold Plate
Mauboussin - Book of Jewels (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
A beautifully photographed hard back book which is now out of print and is the most important
Madeleine Albright's Snake In Branch Pin Brooch Earrings And Read My Pins Book
By Erwin Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Branch Pin Brooch with the matching Earrings, along with a copy of her book "Read My Pins: Stories From A
Rene Boivin Joaillier by Francoise Cailles (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
The English version of the rare monograph on Rene Boivin. A highly sought after book!!! To quote
Marchak by Marguerite De Cerval (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Four generations separate us from the founding of the Maison de bijouterie, joaillerie et orfèvrerie Joseph Marchak, in 1878, in kyiv. One hundred and thirty years punctuated by effo...
Danske Smykker (Danish Jewelry) by Jacob Thage (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
A magnificent illustrated history of Danish Jewelry. The book offers an exhaustive overview of the
Les Fouquet: Bijoutiers & Joailliers a Paris 1860-1960 (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This book is the scarce hardback edition of a very important monograph on a family of three
Maison Gripoix Emerald and Aurora Maltese Cross, Gript Book Piece
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix Emerald and Aurora Maltese Cross from the 1950's. Emerald poured glass is adorned with settings which hold aurora crystal stones. 2.25". 1970's France. Made for Gript ...
Rhodium
Rings: Symbols of Wealth, Power and Affection by Diana Scarisbrick (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Rings are unique among personal adornments: none other carries such a weight of symbolism. Rings can be enjoyed for themselves as objects of beauty; but equally fascinating are the m...
$450
W 9.75 in D 1.07 in L 12.5 in
The Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor by John Culme & Nicholas Rayner (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
In this beautiful book, an enduring record of the most remarkable jewellery sale of our time, each
Gripoix Pearls and Rhinestones on a Gilded Metal Brooch
By Maison Gripoix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
of the workshop Gripoix. A similar brooch is visible in the book "Les Paruriers". Additional
Gilt Metal
$5,770
W 1 in L 2.5 in
Couture ElsaSchiaparelli FranceDepose FeatherCrystalGold Pagan BirdBrooch, c1938
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
for custom-made French small brooches. The book centerfold on pages 90-91 shows a closeup of the
Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
$10,250 / set
D 1.25 in Dm 2 in
Couture 1938-49 Schiaparelli Gripoix Baretti Glass Faux Sapphires&Pearls Parure
Located in Chicago, IL
clip or brooch that was published in the book (see our photo of page 131), Lina Baretti Parures by
Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire, Mixed Metal
Unavailable
Book piece Eisenberg Blue Flower Clip Brooch
By Eisenberg
Located in Austin, TX
Year: 1940 Hallmark: Eisenberg Original Condition: perfect Dimensions: H 1.6 in Materials: base metal, rhinestones
Base Metal
Vintage Signed Trifari Book Piece Crystal Bow Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
This highly collectible vintage signed Trifari bow brooch has been featured in many costume jewelry
Unavailable
H 2.25 in W 2.5 in D 0.2 in L 2.25 in
Vintage 1940s Signed Monet Sterling Book Piece Greyhounds Brooch
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
Rare 1940s sterling goldtone and pink gold plated two greyhounds brooch with security clasp. Marked
Sterling Silver
Vintage Authentic Book Piece Mazer Crystal Masked Woman Brooch
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
enamel lips and faux ruby earrings. It is signed “Design Pat. 95441” and the initial “N”. This brooch
Vintage Rare Book Piece Woman Eisenberg Fur Clip-Pin
By Eisenberg
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare Eisenberg fur clip from the 30s. It is in the “Jewels of Fantasy” by Deana Ferneti. It is in pristine condition. It has the woman holding a broom. Her dress i...
Rare 1930s Book Piece Vintage Signed Hobe Sterling Asian Theme Pin
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1930s vintage Hobe brooch created with an Asian man in a dark, heavily carved coral
Rare Book Piece Vintage Signed Hobe Sterling Asian Theme Netsuke Pin
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This rare, 1930’s book piece vintage signed Hobe pin features an Asian themed Netsuke in ivory
18k, Gold/Enemal, Mauboussin Water Lily Brooch from, 1968
By Mauboussin
Located in Heerlen, NL
An 18K. yellow gold brooch with white and green enamel, signed: Bonebakker and provided with French
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Imperial Russian Faberge 14 Karat Gold and Diamonds Romanov Tercentenary Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in Sofia , BG
modifications of this brooch in the " Faberge: Lost and Found" book on page 136 and 137- one brooch same like
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 1900s Book Chain and Topaz Faceted Glass Pendant/Brooch Necklace
Located in Long Beach, CA
Ornate floral motif brooch bezel set with a large pear-shape, faceted topaz glass stone and
Base Metal, Brass
Book of Rene Boivin Jeweller
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This is the incredibly scarce English translation of the already rare monograph on Rene Boivin. The house of Boivin was run initially until his death by Rene Boivin and then from his...
Book of Chaumet - Master Jewellers since 1780
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
A beautiful book in a clamshell box which was published in 1995. This is probably the most in depth
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Open Book Bookmark #18431
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Open Book Bookmark This open book bookmark was meticulously crafted
Sterling Silver
Madeleine Albright's Cobra Snake Serpent Pin Brooch And Read My Pins Book
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a piece of American History with Madeleine Albright's Cobra Snake Serpent Pin Brooch
Madeleine Albright's Leaf Flower Pin Brooch 3 Inches And "Read My Pins" Book
Located in New York, NY
Flower Pin Brooch, along with a copy of her book "Read My Pins: Stories From A Diplomat's Jewel Box." We
Mauboussin Book of Jewels
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
A beautifully photographed hard back book which is now out of print and is the most important
Rene Boivin Joaillier by Francoise Cailles (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
The French version of the rare monograph on Rene Boivin. A highly sought after book!!! To quote
Sold
W 9 in D 0.63 in L 12 in
Verdura: The Life and Work of a Master Jeweler by Patricia Corbett (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Verdura’s beguiling jewelry, from ruby hearts wrapped with braided gold rope to scallop shells studded with precious stones.The exquisite creations of Fulco di Verdura (1898–1978) ar...
Vintage Hattie Carnegie Book Piece Brooch
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Austin, TX
Period: 1950s Hallmark: Hattie Carnegie Condition: perfect Dimensions: H 2.4 Inch Materials: base metal, rhinestones, faux gemstones, plastic
Vintage Trifari 1940s Famous Book Piece Sterling Bird Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
jewelry book and is one of the most collectible brooches ever. It is sterling silver and made during
Vintage Rare Book Piece CoroCraft Sterling French Poodle Brooch
By Corocraft
Located in New York, NY
You never get to see this rare CoroCraft French poodle brooch that was made in the 1940s. Adorned
Rare Book Piece Vintage Coro Famous Flower Brooch/Pin
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
. This brooch is in excellent condition.
Vintage Collectible Eisenberg Fish Sterling Brooch 1940s Book piece
By Eisenberg
Located in Austin, TX
Period: 1940 Hallmark: Eisenberg Original Condition: very good Dimensions: H 2.3 Inch Materials: sterling silver, rhinestones, faux pearls, enamel Free worldwide shipping.
Sterling Silver
Famous Book Piece Rare Vintage CoroCraft Sterling Toucan Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This rare book piece by CoroCraft features a Toucan bird design with a large topaz color center
Sterling Silver
VERY Rare 1930s Bakelite & Celluloid School Days DATE-BOOK Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An exceptionally rare figural Bakelite pin, this date book, subcategory from school days similar
Vintage Butterscotch Book Piece Bakelite Prancing Horse Pin
Located in New York, NY
This highly collectible book piece of a fun prancing horse is made of a butterscotch color Bakelite
Famous Book Piece 1930s Google Eye Bakelite Horse Pin
Located in New York, NY
thousands and can be found in any important book. This 1930s red Bakelite google eye horse brooch has a
Vintage 1940s Book Piece Trifari Leaf Fur Clip
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
This is a very collectible Trifari. It has Trifari’s famous floral leaf with blue fruit salad glass and clear rhinestones accenting the other side. It is set in a gold tone metal a...
Vintage Rare Book Piece Woman Eisenberg Fur Clip-Pin
By Eisenberg
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare Eisenberg fur clip from the 30s. It is in the “Jewels of Fantasy” by Deana Ferneti. It is in pristine condition. It has the woman holding a broom. Her dress i...
Vintage 1940s Trifari Sterling Book Piece Hand Fur Clip
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
This is the famous Trifari hand fur clip that has been published in many costume jewelry books. It has a lady’s hand with a faux pearl ring on her finger. The cuff is designed with r...
Vintage 1940s Book Piece Trifari Famous Hands Fur Clip/Pins
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
This set of lovely hand fur clips by Trifari was made in the 1940s by Alfred Philippe. They’re made with sparkling clear rhinestones and faux pearls. It is made in a gold tone setti...
Vintage 1930’s Alfred Philippe “Trifari” Book Piece Floral Fur Clip
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
This is a famous Trifari fur clip designed by Alfred Philippe in the l930’s and has been featured in many jewelry books. The fur clip features a floral design with faux blue moonston...
Charming David Webb Emerald and Diamond Shell Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
beautiful brooch was featured in the book "Brooches: Timeless Adornment" by Lori Ettlinger Gross on pp.166
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 40s Signed CoroCraft Sterling Colorful Deer Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This famous vintage signed CoroCraft deer brooch is a book piece. The deer has red crystal ears
Tiffany & Co. 18kt Gold Sputnik Earclips
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., stamped 18K, illustrated (with matching brooch) in the Tiffany "Blue Book" from 1972.
18k Gold
RARE Book Piece 1940s Vintage Trifari Sterling Crown Brooches & Earrings
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
This well-known vintage book piece set by Trifari is very special. It has two crowns with the
Sold
H 2.56 in W 2.75 in L 2.56 in
Vintage WWII Era Miriam Haskell Book Piece Faux-Coral Beaded Dress Clip
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Easton, PA
Cathy Godon & Sheila Pamfiloff's book "Miriam Haskell Jewelry." Miriam Haskell opened her company in
Gold Plate
Vintage “Two Birds on a Branch” Brooch by Trifari
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in London, GB
10th February 1942 and filed on Dec 30th, 1941. Marked: Trifari, Pat.Pend Reference: The brooch
Gold Plate, Rhodium
Kenneth J Lane Gold Carved Jade and Coral Butterfly Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
rhinestone embellishments. Set in gold plate and signed on the underside KJL. This coveted brooch is a book
Crystal, Enamel, Gold Plate
Antique Edwardian Silver and Mother-of-Pearl Child's Rattle, Hallmarked 1906
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
manufacture of Baby's rattle, book mark, box, brooch, buckle, button hook, cigarette case, cigarette holder
Silver
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 Gucci, Versace, Dior 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.
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