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Estate 14K Yellow Gold Starbust Diamond Pendant and Brooch with Chain - VHK#978
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Starbust Diamond Pendant and Brooch with Chain - VHK#978
Item Details
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl Pendant/Brooch with Chain 15 K Yellow Gold
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A stunning pendant/brooch with chain from the Art Nouveau era. This fine piece has been crafted in
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
ROCHAS Vintage Gold Tone Baroque Keyhole Brooch
By Rochas
Located in Nice, FR
ROCHAS vintage iconic gold tone brooch with chain tassel featuring a Baroque lock design.
Embossed
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Gilded Gold with "Hanging Chains" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Gilded gold hardware with "Hanging Chains" brooch measures 4" in length, 1 6/8"
Category
Vintage 1940s American Brooches
Bold Gilded Gold "Chain-Link" with Rhinestone Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Bold gilded gold "Chain-Link" hardware brooch is accented with rhinestones. This large
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches
15K Gold Pearl, Diamond Retro Bar Brooch, with Security Chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance
this stunning Bar Brooch
is of Australian provenance, dating from
Category
Vintage 1960s Australian Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Cut Diamond Bar Brooch with Safety Chain in 15ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian Cut Diamond Bar Brooch with Safety Chain in 15ct Gold
Additional Information
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage 1960's 8mm Pearl & 9K Gold Bar Brooch, with security chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Brooch secures to the reverse with pin & safety clasp,
completed by safety chain
Total item's weight
Category
Vintage 1960s Australian Retro Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 9k Gold
Art Deco Large Hand Cut French Jet Brooch with Long Black Chain Tassels
Located in London, GB
Stylish Art Deco large hand cut french jet brooch, with long black chain tassels. The metal brooch
Category
Early 20th Century Brooches
Diamond & 18 Carat Gold Knot Ribbon Brooch with Dangle Snake Chain Fringe Drops
Located in London, GB
Treat yourself or someone you love to this stunning ribbon spray brooch, masterfully crafted from
Category
Vintage 1940s European Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gilded Chain Link Brooch with Crystal Pavé by Christian Dior, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Measures 2" wide
- Gold plated
- Crystal rhinestone accents
- By Christian Dior (signed on verso)
- Circa 1970s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Brooches
An Art-Deco c1930's Garnet (0.60ct) & 9K Gold Bar Brooch, with security chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance
this stunning Bar Brooch
is of Australian provenance, dating from
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Garnet, 9k Gold
Chanel Gold CC Clasp with Chain Surround Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These authentic Chanel Gold CC Clasp with Chain Surround Pin is in very good condition from the
Category
1990s French Brooches
Loris Azzaro brooch
By Loris Azzaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
AZZARO - Golden metal brooch with a chain pompom typical of the house made of metal and pearls
Category
Vintage 1970s Brooches
18kt White Gold French Victorian Style Cameo Brooch with Large Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Victorian style brooch with security chain.
No detail has been spared to enrich this classical jewel
Category
20th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Amphora Brooch, Coro, 1940 USA with red and blue cabochons and faux pear
By Coro
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage Amphora Brooch hung with fine chains and tassels, decorated with red and blue cabochons and
Category
Vintage 1940s American Romantic Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Tortoiseshell Pique Brooch circa 1820
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
light weight. The brooch is finished with a safety chain.
Category
Antique 1820s Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage I Love You Pendant with Ruby in 14 K Yellow Gold Chain, 16" Long, 5.8gm
Located in New York, NY
Vintage I Love You Pendant with Ruby in 14 K Yellow Gold Chain, 16" Long
Comes with a 14 Karat
Category
Early 2000s Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold Antique Cameo Brooch 20g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique 10k yellow gold and shell cameo brooch & pendant.
The gross weight is 20 grams.
There is a
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver and Marcasite Rose Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful silver rose brooch with a safety chain, set with marcasites. Measuring length 6.4 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Silver
Midcentury Diamond Platinum Dangle Drop Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
platinum and can be worn as a brooch or pendant with a chain.
Length: 2 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Byzante Over-sized Gripoix, Crystal Maltese Cross Brooch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
& Semi Precious Stones
Gold brooch designed with signature leather and chain trim, five semi-precious
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Coral, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Brooch/Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
conditions.
The brooch will come with a silver chain plated in rose gold or a rubber chain.
Diamonds 0.40 ct
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Coral, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Brooch/Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
silver chain plated in rose gold or a rubber chain.
This brooch was totally handmade by Italian master
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Retro Ruby & Diamond Gold Floral Bow Brooch Circa 1950
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One Retro floral ruby and diamond set bow brooch with safety chain and pin. Featuring three diamond
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18 Karat Pink Gold Antique-Style Diamond Flower Brooch
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
finishing touch. The brooch is secured with a chain for added safety. With a total gold weight of 8 grams
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Hammerman Brothers Diamond Emerald Gold Rams Head Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and worked with excellent detail. Made in 18k yellow gold, can be worn as a brooch or a pendant with a
Category
1990s American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Star Set Diamond Navette Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
light feel. The pin and fittings are, too, yellow gold and the brooch is fitted with a safety chain. The
Category
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cameo, Topazs, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Brooch/Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
topazs, rubies and diamonds.
The brooch will come with a silver chain plated in rose gold or a rubber
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau French yellow grey agate cabochon Silver Brooch Pendentif
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Amazing and unique Brooch or Pendentif Art Nouveau French unusual yellow and grey agate
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Coral, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Brooch/Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
pendant, three corals.
The brooch will come with a silver chain plated in rose gold or a rubber chain
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold, Gold
Coral, Emeralds, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant/Brooch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
frame of leaves studded with diamonds, emeralds and rubies.
The brooch will come with a silver chain
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Masriera 18KT Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch/ Pendant 2.94Ct Diamond 1.69Ct Ruby
By Luis Masriera
Located in New York, NY
diamonds and rubies are set throughout this very special brooch. Two loose chains are tipped with diamonds
Category
Vintage 1920s Spanish Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Couture Chanel 1930s Byzantine PurpleHeart RealPearls&Gems Gold Medallion Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
couture-fashion designer in the early 1930s, this one-of-a-kind handcrafted gem-fringed and gilt-chain
Category
Vintage 1930s French Byzantine Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
W 2.17 in D 0.99 in L 1.97 in
Diamond, Ruby, & Colorful Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Parrot Brooch/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
For all bird, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique Enamel, & Diamond Parrot brooch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
15ct Gold Stamped, Edwardian Almandine Garnet, Opal & Seed Pearl Bug Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
captivating features, the brooch comes with a removable safety chain and an additional pin for added security
Category
Early 20th Century English Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Brooch / Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds and sapphires.
The brooch will come with a silver chain plated in rose gold or a rubber chain
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Red & Yellow Enamel "Turtle" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Luxury Fashion Pendant/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
For all animal, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique Enamel Turtle pendant brooch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Onyx, White Stones, Green Agate, Diamonds, Platinum and 18 Kt White Gold Brooch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
will come with a rubber chain.
This brooch was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
18 kt Yellow Gold Music Note Shape Brooch / Pendent-Hanger 0.48 Ct Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
note
Can be worn as a Brooch or with adding a chain as a Pendant !
Completely hand made.
Diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kenneth Jay Lane Gilded Gold Vermeil Hardware with Optional Pendant & Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
embellishments, has the optional choice of being worn as a pendant or, as a brooch for your desire. The brooch
Category
Vintage 1980s American Baroque Chain Necklaces
19th Century 9kt gold and silver 7.17 cts. of cushion-cut Aquamarine brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
- European cut Diamonds brooch/pendant with safety chain.
X-Ray tested positive for 9kt gold and silver
Category
Antique 1870s British Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, Silver
Van Cleef and Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Lion Brooch Pendant Convertible Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
- Two bracelets and a shorter choker
- One long chain with a brooch
- One long chain with a pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emeralds Maravellous 18.76ct Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Pend/B
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
chain 17 in.
Brooch Measurements:
Height: 1.58 Inches (40.1 mm)
Width: 1.66 Inches (42.2 mm)
Depth: 0.47
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
H 1.58 in W 1.66 in D 0.47 in
Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Pendant with Opal, Diamonds, and Rubies
Located in Berlin, BE
A beautiful 14K Art Nouveau yellow gold pendant/brooch with chain, this exquisite piece features a
Category
20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Hobe Chain-Link Brooch and Cuff Set with Metal Fringe
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1960s Hobe milkglass and faux coral rhinestone cuff and brooch set: Chain link mess
Category
Vintage 1960s British Modernist Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl Pendant / Brooch with Link Chain 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
chain and also be worn as a brooch. We love the versatility of the gorgeous piece.
Metal: 18 Karat
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
English Cabochon Garnet Pendant Earrings and Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
conforming pendant brooch and delicate rectangular trace link chain. Still stylish today, the lightly
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brooch is exceptional quality set with seed pearls. The pendant and chain are an exceptional gauge of
Category
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Bespoken Large French Bronze "Chatelain" Link Brooch Line Vautrin
By Line Vautrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Called "chatelaine", this bronze brooch features articulated chain links with hanging symbols of
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
Antique 6.20 Carat Garnet Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold pendant / brooch with a 9k yellow gold chain; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate
Category
Antique 1880s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 1 in L 1 in
Camelia COROCRAFT set, bangle, brooch and clip-on earring, designed 1939 USA
By Corocraft
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About
Vintage Camelia bangle, brooch and clip-on earring by Corocraft designed Adolf Katz 1939 USA
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bangles
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
René Lalique Plique-à-jour Enamel and Natural Pearl Breton Lion and Seaweed Pend
By René Lalique
Located in New York, NY
Likely created circa 1903-1907, this plique-à-jour enamel and natural pearl pendant brooch with
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
English School 19th Century Oil - Lady In A Lace Collared Dress
Located in Corsham, GB
, elaborate gold brooch with a chain and a choker with a heart pendant. Unsigned. Presented in a gilt wood
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Coral, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
central part surrounded by diamonds.
The brooch will come with a silver chain plated in rose gold or a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
frame of diamonds and sapphires.
The brooch will come with a silver chain plated in rose gold or a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Edwardian Belle Epoque 1.81 CTW Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
; the chain's spring clasp as well as the rollover clasp of the brooch. Total weight is 9.9 grams. The
Category
Antique 1890s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Teddy Bear Famous collector !
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in CANNES, FR
, complete with his box and accessories .
In white alpaga and articulated . strass , leather , chain , brooch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Fabric
Victorian Round Gold Brooch with Gem-Set Twin Heart Motif
Located in London, GB
brooch fitting and safety chain, circa 1860, measuring approximately 2.3cm in diameter, gross weight 6.9
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold
The Gigantas Pendant
Located in London, GB
with five pearls, with a ruby-set sash, suspended from a fine-link gold chain, with brooch fitting to
Category
Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel
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Find the exact brooch with chain you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 41 antique edition and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a brooch with chain may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic brooch with chain over the years, but those made by Chanel, Christian Dior and Hobé Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A brooch with chain can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 9 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 brilliant cut and old european cut alternatives. Finding a brooch with chain for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
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- What is a book chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A book chain is a type of antique Victorian jewelry designed for lockets, cameos, chains, and necklaces. Each link in a book chain is a rectangular folded piece of metal that resembles a book and is made of solid gold or sterling silver. During the late Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, book chain jewelry was popular during the Victorian jewelry resurgence (“Victorian Revival”). Shop for vintage jewelry from all over the world on 1stDibs.
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- What is a foxtail chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A foxtail chain is a specific pattern of chain link where two rows of flat oval links face into each other at a 45 degree angle.
- What is an Albert chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021An Albert chain is a watch chain that traditionally has a bar on one end that is used to attach the chain to a vest buttonhole. The chain's other end has a small swivel clasp that can be attached to a pocket watch. It's named after a type of watch chain worn by Prince Albert during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Albert watch chains.
- What is a guard chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Guard chains are durable long chains that have a decorative clip on one end. You can use the clip as a clasp to keep the necklace in place.
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- What is a body chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A body chain is an accessory made of metal that is meant to be worn around the body. Typically, body chains are worn across one's chest, back or around one's hips.
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- What is a bar brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bar brooch is a type of pin brooch. It is horizontal and elongated and comes in all shapes and sizes. Bar brooches are popular due to their ease of fastening. The pin of the brooch hooks through a looped fastening, once the brooch is attached to the wearer's lapel. Find a collection of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
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