Antique Hardstone Sardonyx Cameo and Gold Brooch, Circa 1875
Located in London, GB
An antique cameo brooch, with a hardstone sardonyx cameo of a lady, with a Roman hairstyle, on a brown background, in a double row gold frame, with a rub over setting, a twisted chai...
Gold
14 Karat White Gold Filigree Cameo Brooch / Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Filigree Cameo Brooch / Pendant These elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile framed in beautifully detailed white gold filigree.
White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch or Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch / Pendant This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile set in delicate white gold filigree.
White Gold
18kt gold Carnelian Cameo Archaeological Revival Fibula Brooch
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
This Exquisite and Rare Collectible Antique Victorian/Etruscan Revival 18kt Gold Carved Carnelian Cameo Fibula Pin/Brooch is a testament to refined elegance.
Carnelian, Gold
18k Yellow Gold Mediterranean Coral Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18k Yellow gold Mediterranean coral cameo brooch/pendant. The high relief hand carved round coral cameo depicts the portrait of a young girl.
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Oversized Cameo Brooch, Pendant, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent, old and Large Oversized Cameo Brooch, Pendant, 18 Karat Gold. Very good condition.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Pendant or Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Pendant/Brooch. 7.09 grams total weight Height: 45 mm Width: 30 mm
14k Gold
Vintage WESTERN GERMANY silver tone glass cameo designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned WESTERN GERMANY • silver tone with glass cameo • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...
10K Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant With Ornate Bezel
Located in Sewickley, PA
This elegant vintage cameo brooch showcases a beautifully carved profile of a classical woman in creamy white relief against a warm peach shell background.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
9 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch or Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pin This lovely pin features an elegant cameo 18 mm x 12 mm set in classic 9K yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant #13090
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile set in classic 14K yellow gold.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch of a Young Woman
Located in Baltimore, MD
The brooch measures 1 7/8" wide by 2 1/8" high.
18k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1900 A beautiful, Edwardian piece.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Cameo brooch, Nyx goddess, 9k rose gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but admire this attractive antique Edwardian era 9ct gold cameo brooch. A nicely carved bullmouth shell cameo depicting Nyx the Greek goddess and personification of n...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage gold tone resin cameo dangle designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 58 ❤️❤️ VIN...
Vintage gold tone resin cameo dangle designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 58 ❤️❤️ VIN...
Vintage gold tone resin cameo dangle designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 58 ❤️❤️ VIN...
Antique Victorian Lava Cameo brooch, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, late 19th century Lava Cameo brooch. It has a typical dark beige tone, finely carved with the profile of a classical lady.
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold tone molded glass black cameo brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DES...
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant #25964
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This stunning cameo features a lovely lady in profile set in a beautifully detailed 14K white gold frame.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Enameled Cameo Brooch MF03-082426
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This antique 14K yellow gold brooch features a finely carved cameo depicting a woman's profile in relief, framed by a border of seed pearls and finished with black enamel bow and fol...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Prospero, Miranda & Ariel Tempest Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A rare and unusual literary-themed cameo that can be worn as either a brooch or pendant.
Copper
Antique Sterling Silver Athena "Parthenos" Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique piece features a finely detailed sterling silver portrayal of Athena, evoking the timeless beauty and strength of the classical "Parthenos." The brooch pendant...
Sterling Silver
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Victorian High-Relief Lava Cameo Brooch Pendant, c. 1880s
Located in Honolulu, HI
An exceptional late 19th-century Victorian lava cameo brooch-pendant, hand-carved from authentic Vesuvian volcanic stone.
Brass
13 Karat White Gold Diamond Cameo Pendant/ Brooch #24258
Located in Washington Depot, CT
13 Karat White Gold Diamond Cameo Pendant/ Brooch- This very large 13K white gold diamond cameo pendant and brooch showcases striking scale and intricate cameo artistry, accented wi...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 19k Yellow Gold Carved Pink Conch Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique brooch is crafted in 19K yellow gold and features a hand-carved pink conch shell cameo, showcasing the detailed artistry that has made cameo jewelry a lasting favorite a...
Yellow Gold
Antique White Gold Cameo Venus Protecting Eros Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Venus Protecting Eros Weight: 19.3 Grams Stone: Shell Measurements: 2.50 x 1.90 Inches Metal: Hallmarked 14K, Tested 11.54K - 13.23K ITEM #: BR-1355-072624-18
White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cameo Brooch Pendant The beautiful pendant depicts a classical female profile with fine carved detail.
Yellow Gold
Vintage White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite brooch, intricately carved with a classical profile. The female figure wears a necklace featuring two round white diamonds, complemented by a marquise-cut blue sapphire....
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 15ct Gold, Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch, Circa 1930s
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1930s A circa‑1930 carved shell cameo brooch, mounted in 15ct gold, featuring a finely modelled classical female profile.
Gold, 15k Gold
Lava stone cameo brooch set in 18ct gold
Located in Milano, MI
Lava stone cameo of beautiful craftmanship set in 18ct gold. Probably from the end of the 19th Century. Measurements: 2.3 cm in diameter. Weight: 6g / 0.211oz
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 10k Yellow Gold Harpist and Cherub Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully detailed vintage cameo brooch, crafted in warm 10k yellow gold and showcasing a finely carved classical scene.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century Cameo Brooch with Gold Mounting
Located in Paris, FR
Pink Agate cameo depicting the bust of a young womanwith a Greek profile and looking on the left. She is wrapped in a tunic embellished with pearls. This hard stone is set in a gold ...
Agate, Gold
Vintage gold tone faux amber cameo designer brooch pendant
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux amber cameo • vintage designer brooch / pendant MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with some signs of wear Sk...
CORO signed vintage sterling silver glass cameo designer brooch
By Coro
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CORO STERLING • sterling silver with glass cameo • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...
Sterling Silver
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch Pendant #23615
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch Pendant- This elegant vintage cameo features a finely carved profile of a lovely lady adorned with beautifully detailed flowers.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Coral Cameo 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1880
Located in Towson, MD
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this circa 1880 Victorian brooch showcases a 22.9 x 15.8mm coral cameo featuring a finely carved profile in classic relief.
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Turquoise Cameo Diamond Pearl Platinum-Gold Brooch, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Roman Turquoise Cameo Diamond and Pearl Platinum-Gold Brooch. An exceptional antique brooch crafted around 1900 in Platinum and 14K Gold, set with fine diamonds weighing approximate...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum
Antique 11k Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Psyche + Eros Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique brooch showcases a finely carved shell cameo depicting the mythological figures Psyche and Eros in an intimate and classical scene.
Vintage Shell Last Supper Cameo Brooch 9k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large vintage shell and 9 karat yellow gold cameo brooch depicting the Last Supper; part of our cameo jewelry collections.
Yellow Gold
Vintage FLORENZA gold cameo pearl designer brooch pendant
By Florenza
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed FLORENZA • gold tone with pearls • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • 1.38" by 1.18" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤...
Vintage 12k Yellow Gold Dying Mother Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 12k yellow gold shell cameo brooch titled “Dying Mother.” The hand-carved cameo depicts a poignant and emotional scene, capturing a mother in her final moments surrounded by ...
Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cameo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
The back has a pin with a safety clasp for wearing as a brooch, as well as a loop for wearing as an antique cameo pendant.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch & Pendant Convertible
Located in Miami, FL
A graceful heirloom-style treasure — ideal for cameo enthusiasts and lovers of old-world elegance.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Carved Female Cameo Shell Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
This vintage estate 10K yellow gold brooch showcases a hand-carved oval shell cameo, featuring a classical female figure in crisp white relief against a blush-pink shell ground for s...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Cameo Pendant & Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elegant vintage cameo crafted in 14k yellow gold, featuring a finely carved white lady profile in a timeless classical style.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Antique Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Bows
Located in Wallkill, NY
Both a brooch and pendant. Measuring 1.82 inches top to bottom 1.48 wide.
White Gold
Antique 14K Gold Portrait Cameo Brooch Pendant, Circa 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Portrait Cameo set in 14K gold. It's Both a brooch and pendant.
Gold, 14k Gold
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.”
Gold Plate, Copper
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant #22985
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile adorned with floral details.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant #23321
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant vintage cameo features a finely carved profile of a lovely lady with flowers in her hair.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant #22811
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This exquisite cameo features a lovely lady in profile set in beautifully detailed 14K white gold filigree.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Right Facing Lady Shell Cameo Large Swivel Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian large oval pin brooch crafted in pinchbeck. Circa 1860. The piece features a shell cameo depicting a lady facing right.
Pinchbeck
Antique 12K Yellow Gold Rejoicing Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rejoicing Weight: 24.3 Grams Stone: Shell Measurements: 2.80 x 2.40 Inches Metal: 12K ITEM #: BR-1482-121824-14
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 10K Yellow Gold Loyalty Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Loyalty Weight: 17.4 Grams Stone: Shell Measurements: 2.55 x 2.20 Inches Metal: 10K ITEM #: BR-1482-121824-11
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Tigers Eye Cameo 14K Yellow Gold Brooch 1870s
Located in Towson, MD
One Victorian 1870s brooch is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and features a beautifully carved 16.5 x 12.9mm tiger’s eye cameo depicting the profile of a classical male figure facin...
Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 21K Yellow Gold Judgement of Paris Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The cameo brooch is an exquisite piece of jewelry, featuring a delicate and ornate yellow gold frame that is richly adorned with elegant scrolls.
Yellow Gold
Victorian Era 14KT Yellow Gold Cameo Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This estate Victorian Era 14KT yellow gold cameo diamond brooch pendant is a timeless piece that showcases both elegance and luxury.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Floral Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Westport, CT
An original vintage hand carved floral shell cameo set in a 14K yellow gold frame. The cameo depicts a delicate bouquet of flowers with finely etched petals and leaves emerging grace...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10k Gold Three Graces Cameo Brooch, Classical Figure Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 10k gold cameo brooch featuring a carved Three Graces design.
10k Gold, Gold
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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