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Swarovski Retro Tassel Pin Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
A stunning Retro stylized figural Tassel pin set with clear round Swarovski Crystals; approx
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Vintage 1950s Modernist Brooches

Gilt & Black Enamel Brooch With Chain & Pearl Tassel, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible jewelry piece from the '80s - 4.75" x 2" - Satin gold plate - Black enameling - Chain fringe with faux pearl accents - Circa 1980s - Estate acquir...
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Brooches

Trifari Retro Articulated Fringe Tassel Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Alfred Phllippe Retro sterling articulated tassel brooch. Styled as a baton terminating in
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Amethyst and Rose Gold Brooch with Flowers and Tassels
Located in Berkeley, CA
This unique and exquisite rose gold and amethyst brooch speaks volumes of history and art. The high
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Rose Gold

Miriam Haskell Leaf and Pearl Tassel Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Haskell Leaf and Pearl Tassel Brooch from the 1940's. Elaborate Haskell signature faux
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Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Leaf and Pearl Tassel Brooch
Miriam Haskell Leaf and Pearl Tassel Brooch
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W 1.75 in L 3.5 in
YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Tassel Brooch Pendant
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add a little tassel flair to your brooch collection! Adding movement to your outfit will add a fun
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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

YSL Heart Brooch Gold Tassel with Original YSL Packaging, Vintage 1980s
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
YSL Heart Brooch by Robert Goossens, adorned with a Cream White Faux Pearl and a Gold Tone Metal
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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Enamel

Miriam Haskell Chinoiserie Tassel Stick Pin Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Striking Miriam Haskell Chinoiserie Stick Pin Brooch from the 1950's. Signature Russian Gilt metal
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique "Torch" Brooch in 18K Gold with Chrysoprase "Flame" and Gold Tassels
Located in San Rafael, CA
Rich with symbolism, this unusual brooch in the form of a torch is wonderfully elegant. The piece
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Belperron Diamond Pearl Platinum Gold Tassel Brooch Pin
By Belperron
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite platinum and 18k gold tassel brooch by Belperron France, set with approx. 0.80ctw i
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique 19th century 14 karat yellow gold tassel brooch created with fine filigree and
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique 19th century 14 karat gold brooch created with fine cannetille work. The oval
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 1960s Signed Monet Goldtone Tassel Fringe Brooch
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
1960s goldtone Florentine finish top with fringe bottom brooch with security clasp. Marked "Monet
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1960s Signed Monet Goldtone Tassel Fringe Brooch
Vintage 1960s Signed Monet Goldtone Tassel Fringe Brooch
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H 4.13 in W 2 in D 1 in Dm 2 in L 4.13 in
Vintage gold bow rope tassel designer runway brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Brooches

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
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Early 20th Century Brooches

Antique 14 Karat Rose Gold Seed Pearl Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
. The jewelry is noted for granulation, applied filigree and tassels. The brooch is in very good
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 14K Gold Orient Pearl and Cannetille Tassel Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
. Seven gold tassels are hung below the brooch and swing freely. Cannetille typically features fine gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Pearl and Tassel Cannetille Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique cannetille brooch created in 14 karat yellow gold. The brooch is embellished with a
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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Art Deco Platinum Seed Pearl Diamond Onyx Tassel Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite and rare piece, Cartier platinum tassel brooch from Art Deco era, set with seed pearls
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Antique Tassel Pinchbeck Brooch Excellent Condition Circa Early 1800s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
cannetille work. A tassel fringe dangles elegantly across the bottom of the brooch. It is so typical of the
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Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pinchbeck

1960s Purple + Yellow Marigold Rhinestone Crystal Doorknocker Tassel Brooch Pin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 60s purple and marigold large rhinestone crystal brooch pin ! Features gold
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Exceptional Hermès Brooch Pendant Lapel Pin Passementerie Tassel Silver RARE
By Hermès
Located in FR
Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Lapel Pin In shape of a Tassel (Passementerie) Made of Silver
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Silver

Antique Early 19th Century Scallop Shape Cut Steel Tassel Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine early 19th scallop shape cut steel brooch with articulated tassels is in excellent order.
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Antique 1820s British George IV Brooches

Roger Jean- Pierre for Balenciaga Tremblant Tassel Depose Clip Brooch
By Roger Jean-Pierre
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga tremblant Tassel Clip brooch of prong set fringed gray crystal pastes with a large faux
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Pair of Long Pink Satin Bead Tassel Brooches 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous pair of Vintage Pink Satin Tassel Brooches. Very very long and boasting a pair for the
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Vintage 21.90cts Platinum Mixed-Cut Natural Diamond Tassel Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful Vintage 1960s diamond brooch pin is crafted in solid platinum. Displaying a delicate
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Renaissance Revival Almandine Garnet Cabochon 14 Kt Gold Tassel Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
karat gold. The brooch is set with with 5 oval almandine garnet cabochons. Two gold chains and an
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Antique 1840s Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Flourish Tassel Spray Gold Brooch Pendant
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
gold plated stylised brooch. It can also as a pendant. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Grosse on the
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Vintage 1960s German Reconstruction Era Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Mother of Pearl Jeweled Artisan Massive Gilt Metal Tassel Brooch c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite mother of pearl massive crystal jeweled gilt metal fringe tassel brooch designed by
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Vintage 1970s German Artisan Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Diamond Bow Detachable Tassel Brooch Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 11.95 carats Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 6.0 cm Length: 9.2 cm
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2010s Thai Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Large French Gold Tassel Brooch Pin & Barrette Hair Clip Made In France
Located in Sausalito, CA
Lovely vintage gold plated brooch and matching barrette featuring a classic rope and tassel design
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Large Gold Hardware with Tassel Magnifying Eye-Glass Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Large gold hardware magnifying eye-glass pendant is accented with tassels. The total
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Elegant Marcel Boucher Retro Tassel Set
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Marcel Boucher Retro Tassel Set from the 1940's of pierced tassel brooch and matching clip
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Gilt Metal

Vintage Moroccan Ethnic Berber Fibula Brooch with Coins
Located in North Hollywood, CA
length: 10 in. tassels length: 3.5 in. Made of Moroccan silver ( not sterling) and adorned with enamel
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Artisan Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Moroccan Ethnic Berber Fibula Brooch with Coins
Vintage Moroccan Ethnic Berber Fibula Brooch with Coins
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W 4 in D 1.25 in L 19 in
Silver Tone Brooch with Mid Blue and Clear Rhinestones circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
strand dangling tassel. It is in very good condition. This stylish vintage brooch is circa 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches

Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Brooch Ollivant and Botsford with Box
Located in Kendal, GB
A remarkable antique Victorian Etruscan revival brooch made by established Manchester based
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gilded Elephant Head Brooch With Mughal Jewels By Ciner, 1960s
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
red and sapphire blue - Clear crystal pavé - Tassel charm - Enameled tusks - By Ciner (marked on
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches

Vintage Diamante dangle brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous, sparkly vintage diamante dangle brooch. Borrowing its style elements from the Art Deco
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Brooches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Diamante dangle brooch
Vintage Diamante dangle brooch
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W 1.75 in L 2.75 in
Miriam Haskell Vintage Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Alford, MA
Miriam Haskell unique vintage brooch, c.1960s, incorporating an array of contrasting beads, in
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Mid-20th Century American Brooches

Miriam Haskell Vintage Brooch
Miriam Haskell Vintage Brooch
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H 2.5 in W 1.5 in
18K Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
By Sarah Pulvertaft
Located in TUXEDO PARK, NY
This elegant, striking brooch in 18K gold is designed and made by UK jeweler Sarah Pulvertaft
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2010s British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

18K Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
18K Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
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W 0.8 in L 0.8 in
Boucheron Retro Chatelaine Watch Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Boucheron Retro Chatelaine Watch Brooch Circa 1940 Set with round cut diamonds & emerald cut
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Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Crystal Tassel Pin in Silver Tone, Clear Crystals
Located in Milford, DE
. Adding to its allure, multiple strands of prong-set crystals dangle elegantly, creating a tassel effect
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Crystal

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
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Vintage 1940s American Romantic Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

18 Karat Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
By Sarah Pulvertaft
Located in Tuxedo Park, NY
This elegant, striking brooch in 18K gold is designed and made by UK jeweler Sarah Pulvertaft
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2010s British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

18 Karat Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
18 Karat Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
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W 0.8 in L 0.8 in
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
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

ROCHAS Vintage Gold Tone Baroque Keyhole Brooch
ROCHAS Vintage Gold Tone Baroque Keyhole Brooch
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H 3.75 in W 1.58 in
Art Deco' Platinum Diamond and Natural Pearl Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
the most important diamonds). The brooch holds a natural pearl as a tassel. French work. Assumed
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique Victorian Dutch 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Arnhem, NL
finished with tassels at the bottom. The brooch/pendant are made of 14 karat yellow gold (585/1000). The
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

French 1900s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Baby's Bar Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This thin antique baby's brooch of bar shape
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Natural Pearl Agate Cameo Dress Brooches
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pair of brooches in 18 karat yellow gold. Dress brooches, these rare antique jewels were worn in
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 9.48 Carat Garnet and 21k Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
detract from the true representation of this fine gold antique tassel brooch with garnets. Garnet Quality
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Antique 9.48 Carat Garnet and 21k Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
Antique 9.48 Carat Garnet and 21k Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
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H 0.79 in W 1.81 in L 3.35 in
Victorian Large Scale Rose Cut Diamond Brooch Pendant Stomacher
Located in Napoli, IT
Glorious Victorian Rare brooch , pendant or stomacher from the Victorian period – 1880 ca Glorious
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

French 19th Century Sapphire Fine Pearl Enamel Silver Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant-Brooch in silver, ram's head hallmark. Refined, this antique brooch features an arabesque
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Enamel, Silver

Eugene Fontenay, Etruscan Revival Portrait Miniature and Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
upon a plinth, suspending a fringe of tapering pampille tassels accented by tiny florets, centering a
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Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

1950's Old Mine Diamonds Ruby Pin/Brooch 62x53MM 18K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pin/brooch featuring Old mine cut diamond bezel and prong set, flanked with channel set Synthetic
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1950's Old Mine Diamonds Ruby Pin/Brooch 62x53MM 18K Gold
1950's Old Mine Diamonds Ruby Pin/Brooch 62x53MM 18K Gold
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W 2.09 in D 0.48 in L 2.45 in
French Art Nouveau Ruby Natural Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
the end of the brooch are set in tassel two natural pearls. The clasp is a pin with safety hook. Total
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CHANTAL THOMASS Vintage Gold Tone Black Enamel Fleur-de-Lis Brooch
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Nice, FR
CHANTAL THOMASS vintage antiqued gold tone brooch featuring four fleur-de-lis embellished with
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Circa 1960 Sapphire 2 Carat Butterfly brooch/pendant 18K White Gold
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous Sapphire, true deep blue Butterfly Brooch or Pendant Circa 1960. This Pendant/Brooch is
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Vintage 1960s Artisan Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, White Gold

JACQUES GAUTIER, magnificent old brooch, vintage from the 60s, signed
By Jacques Gautier
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old BROOCH, 60s vintage, by famous light craftsman JACQUES GAUTIER, signed, sold with
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Vintage 1960s French Artist Brooches

HEIDI DAUS Signed Show Stopper Swan Pave Crystal Designer Statement Brooch Pin
By Heidi Daus
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Designer Signed Heidi Daus Show Stopper Brooch featuring a Graceful Beauty Swan
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Antique Almandine Black Enamel 18 Karat Gold Brooch, Paris, circa 1860
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Almandine Black Enamel 18K Gold Brooch, Paris circa 1860 Magnificent brooch made of high
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Antique 1860s German Victorian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

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Brooch With Tassel For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact brooch with tassel you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 274 antique edition and 54 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect brooch with tassel among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic brooch with tassel over the years, but those made by Marina J., Garrard & Co. Ltd. and Chanel are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A brooch with tassel can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 80, 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 bead and rose cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a brooch with tassel, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Brooch With Tassel?

On average, a brooch with tassel at 1stDibs sells for $1,820, while they’re typically $98 on the low end and $750,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Brooch With Tassel
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There is no single era that tassel earrings are from. The Ancient Egyptians were the first to sport tassel earrings, and during the 16th century, French artisans of the Guild of the Passementiers became known for creating intricate gemstone-set tassels. Tassel earrings became a trend again in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Find a large selection of tassel earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    What tassel earrings symbolize is a matter of individual interpretation. Historically, tassels have been status symbols that represented wealth or personal achievement. Some people believe that tassels can ward off evil or invite good fortune. However, many people don't assign a special meaning to tassel earrings and wear them simply because they like their appearance. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of tassel earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, the number of tassels on a Balenciaga bag do not have any particular significance or meaning. Some of its bags feature tassels and others do not. Some people use the tassels and the way they’re attached to determine if a used Balenciaga bag is real or fake. Shop a collection of authentic Balenciaga purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A golden brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry designed with a hinged pin and catch that is fastened to clothing. It is a piece of ornament usually made of metal, often silver or gold. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooches.
  • 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
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Brooches are used as fastenings to secure a cloak, shawl or scarf. Decorative brooches also let wearers accessorize and personalize their ensemble. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary brooches from some of the top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A navette brooch is a brooch that features a gemstone in a Marquise cut. Its sides gently curve and meet at points on either end. Shop a variety of gemstone brooches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    There are many types of brooches. Originating from Scotland, Luckenbooth brooches feature a single heart or two interlocking hearts and are common romantic gifts. Bar brooches have a long, slender design similar to tie bars. En tremblant brooches typically feature floral forms connected by wires that allow them to sway or tremble as the wearer moves. Popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Aigrette brooches show off sweeping forms that resemble feathers. Cameo brooches have an oval or circular shape and flaunt a raised relief, usually depicting a person. Shop a large collection of brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A paste brooch will feature hand-cut polished glass. The paste glass is usually polished with metal until it is smooth and shines like a gemstone. A paste brooch is made of such glass and became popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds. Find a variety of paste brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    To know if your brooch is valuable, first look for hallmarks that signify the maker. Then, use trusted online resources and/or reverse image searches to determine who produced your brooch. Once you know who the maker is, you can examine sales histories on online platforms to learn how much similar brooches have sold for in the past. You can also have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your brooch and give you an estimate of its value. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of brooches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can authenticate a Chanel brooch by checking the back for a little oval stamp or embossed mark. It should be noted that some of the oldest jewelry pieces were not marked, but these pieces are extremely rare and do not often come up for sale. Most of the Chanel jewelry and brooches you will find are from the 1980s or later and will include an oval tag, plate, or stamp. Shop expertly vetted Chanel jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To tell if a brooch is vintage, take a look at its fastener. Pieces made during the first half of the 20th century often had a long thin fastener that you push to open or close. This style of hardware is commonly known as a trombone clasp. Locking safety clasps emerged during the 1930s, and jewelers used them throughout the rest of the 20th century. You can also check brooches for a date stamp or research the maker's mark to determine who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the age. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or professional jeweler examine the piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of brooches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    As the name suggests, mourning jewelry represents connection to a deceased individual or loved one. In the Victorian era, people were expected to wear mourning clothing and accessories following the death of a loved one. As brooches were popular during the Victorian period, they became a favorite for those who wanted to memorialize the dead. Find a collection of vintage and antique brooches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Old brooches may be made of a variety of materials. Silver and gold are the most commonly used, but some may be fashioned out of brass, nickel and other metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and modern brooches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    “En tremblant” is an old French phrase meaning “trembling”, which in jewelry refers to the feature of the piece. En tremblant brooches are crafted with gems and generally feature a floral motif, but can also branch out to birds and other designs. You’ll find a variety of en tremblant brooches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell how old a cameo brooch is for certain, you usually need to consult a licensed jewelry appraiser. This is because many authentic pieces do not have marks, and there are many modern reproductions that resemble the antique jewelry. Find a selection of expertly vetted antique cameo brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate a Chanel brooch, look for the Chanel marking on the back. These markings can be easy to fake so it’s important to buy your luxury goods from reputable sources. Shop a collection of vintage and new Chanel jewelry, bags and clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.