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1980s Chanel Gold Beret Brooch With Bow
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This gold-plated metal brooch, circa 1980, by Chanel features a beret with a bow and embodies the
Category
Vintage 1980s French Brooches
Gemstone Fruit Basket Woven Yellow Gold Brooch with Bow Handle
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful fruit basket brooch has a carved pear, grapes, an apple and an orange with leaves as well
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Dangle Platinum Bow Design Antique Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Original Art Deco diamond sapphire bow brooch handcrafted in platinum. The brooch features 2 Old
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
H 0.6 in W 1.19 in L 1.19 in
Gold Bow Brooch with Cultured Pearl
Located in New York, NY
A gold bow and white cultured pearl pin brooch in 14 karat yellow gold, in the style of Tiffany
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Gold Leaves Brooch Tied with Bow
Located in Darnestown, MD
Airy brooch of two leaves tied with a bow and highlighted with a spine of rubies. The entire piece
Category
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
ntroducing the stunning Large 18K White Gold Double Bow Brooch, adorned with an impressive 27
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
“Bow” brooch in gold with diamonds, Portuguese.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Brooch in the shape of a bow, crafted in 19.2 kt – 800 ‰ white gold, set with one old European cut
Category
20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Gilded Gold Vermeil with Enamel "Wreath with Bow" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
" brooch is accented with micro faux-diamond on the top of the bow. The brooch measures 2 1/8 inches in
Category
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Brooches
Bulgari Diamond Bow Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BULGARI Diamond Bow Brooch.
A platinum bow, set with round and baguette diamonds weighing approx
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Bow Brooch with French and Euro-Cut Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Platinum Bow Brooch with Diamonds and Sapphires
This elegant brooch showcases a stunning array of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Dior Bow Brooch with Blue and Rhinestones, 2000s
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Dark-silvery metal brooch representing a bow enameled with blue and rhinestones. Jewelry
Category
Early 2000s Brooches
18K White Gold Ruby Bow Brooch with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Bow Ruby Brooch with Diamonds
1 Ruby - 3.33 CT
444 Rubies - 26.230 CT
55 Diamonds
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Briolette Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Briolette Diamond Bow Brooch
A Victorian bow brooch set with round cut diamonds and
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond Wreath with Bow Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond Wreath with Bow Brooch - There are 53 round full cut diamonds that
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Revival Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond Bow Brooch, 22.00 Carat
Located in London, GB
A diamond bow brooch, set with round brilliant cut diamonds weighing an estimated total of 22.00ct
Category
Early 2000s Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Swarovski Golden Bow Brooch
By Swarovski
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a stylish Swarovski gold-tone metal bow brooch with pavé-set clear crystals laid out on one
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Modern Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
18K Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch with ca. 7 carats of diamonds (D-F/IF-VVS).
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Polished Silver Hardware "Floral Bow" with Faux Diamonds Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant polished silver hardware "Floral Bow" brooch accented with floral faux diamonds within
Category
Vintage 1970s American Baroque Brooches
Mamselle "Kitty with Bow Tie" Gilded Gold Filigree Brooch
By Mamselle
Located in New York, NY
Mamselle "Kitty with Bow Tie" gilded gold filigree brooch measures 6/8" in length
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
Christian Dior Bow Brooch with Black Rhinestones and Enamel
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Silvery metal brooch ornamented with black rhinestones and enamel.
Additional information
Category
Early 2000s Brooches
Materials
Enamel
Antique Art Deco 1920s3.00 Carat Bow Brooch with Emeralds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Lozenge cut Diamond and Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.00 carats, as well as accenting Emeralds.
Circa 1920s
5/8 x 1 ...
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Chanel Bow Brooch in Black Metal with Black Rhinestones, 2009
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in Italy) Black metal brooch representing a bow ornamented with black rhinestones
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This enchanting brooch is shaped like a crescent moon adorned with a romantic bow. It is silver
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Mazer Gold Bow Brooch with Diamante Flowers Circa 1960s
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Mazer Gold Bow Brooch with Diamante Flowers Circa 1960s. This is the saying that they
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
H 2.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.5 in Dm 2.5 in L 2.25 in
White 18 Karat Diamonds Bow Brooch
Located in Milano, Lombardia
White 18kt bow brooch with white diamonds
Can be worn as a pendent if used on a chain
Total weight
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold bow brooch, with round and tapered brilliant diamonds for a total of
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 10 Carat Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely and lustrous diamond bow brooch mounted with round cut diamonds and baguette-cuts
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Gold Onyx Bow Tie Brooch Pin with Pearl Accent
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Remarkable fine details are featured in this petite turn-of-the-century brooch made of twelve karat
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Onyx, Gold
Gold Plated Bow Dangle Brooch with Glass Aurora Borealis circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
Wonderful gold plated bow dangle brooch, featuring nine strands of faceted aurora borealis beads
Category
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Bow Brooch Pin with Diamonds and Ruby Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and ruby bow brooch features a bow design set with round diamonds en pavé (5.80 carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Wreath with Bow Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This vintage brooch from Tiffany & Co. is crafted in rich 14k yellow gold, designed as an elegant
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Bow Pin Brooch with Pave Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Bow Pin Brooch with Pave Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Large Bow Pin with Diamonds features a
Category
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bow Brooch with Baguette and Square Pink Stones Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bow Brooch with Baguette and Square Pink Stones with Large Pink Center. This would look
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
H 3 in W 1 in D 0.15 in Dm 3 in L 3 in
Diamond Filigree Bow Pin Brooch with Emerald in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond and Emerald Bow Pin Brooch with Filigree in 18k Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Bow Pin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Björn Weckström Lapponia 'Bow of Argo' Brooch - 14ct Gold with Pearls
By Lapponia
Located in Glasgow, GB
Finnish 14ct yellow gold 'Bow of Argo' brooch by Björn Weckström for Lapponia, featuring three
Category
1990s Finnish Modern Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Silver and Gold Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Glasgow, GB
A late Victorian diamond bow brooch set with 78 diamonds totaling approximately 1.40cts. The brooch
Category
Antique 1890s British Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique 20k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch With Floral Details and Pearl
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite piece is crafted in 20k gold, forming an elegant bow motif with intricate openwork
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Chanel Golden Metal 'Bow' Brooch Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal 'bow' brooch set with Swarovski rhinestones. Jewelry created
Category
Vintage 1980s French Brooches
Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Elegant 18 K yellow and white Gold Vintage bow brooch with natural Sapphires and Diamonds. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cellino White Diamond Bow Yellow Gold Brooch
By Cellino
Located in Stamford, CT
From Italian designer Cellino comes this beautiful 1940's, 18 yellow gold diamond bow brooch
Category
Early 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Silver Gold Large Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold back and silver bow brooch, with rose and old mine cut diamonds. Center stone is
Category
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Silver, Gold
Gold Rhinstoned Bow Brooch by Daniel Swarovski
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in PARIS, FR
This simple yet astonishing gold-toned brooch is from the creator Daniel Swarovski. The brooch is
Category
Late 20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Base Metal
Early 19th Century Silesian Wirework Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Silesian Wirework Bow Brooch from the Georgian period, circa 1830's. Intricately woven iron wire is
Category
Antique 1830s French Georgian Brooches
Materials
Other
5.25 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Custom made 18k yellow gold bow brooch set with 146 pave round brilliant cut diamonds.
146 round
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold Stamped, 1940s Bow Shaped Brooch with Cushion Cut Diamonds
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Bow Brooch
18ct Gold Stamped 750
Circa 1940s
Step into timeless elegance with this
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Bow Brooch with Fancy Briolette and Bead Diamonds
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A romantic and rare antique brooch from the late 19th to early 20th century, crafted in 14k gold
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
15ct Gold Victorian Bow Shaped Heart & Arrow Brooch with Etruscan Gold Work
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Bow Brooch
15ct Gold Tagged
Circa 1870s
This stunning Victorian brooch is a true
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage Edwardian Emerald Paste Bow Brooch 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A delightful Vintage Edwardian Inspired Emerald Paste Brooch. Encrusted with stones, the double bow
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Textured Gold Bow Brooch With Stitch Detail By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 2.5" x 1.75"
- Gold plated
- Brushed gold texture
- By Crown Trifari (signed on verso)
- Circa 1960s
...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches
Art Deco Resurgence Three Flower Wire Bouquet with Bow Brooch, Welded Back
Located in Lynnwood, WA
Art Deco Geometric Three Flower Wire Bouquet with clear rhinestone diamond cut Bow-shaped Brooch
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Brass
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch with Blue Topaz and Diamond Accents
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow gold Bow Brooch with Blue Topaz and Diamond Accents
0.12 total diamond weight
8.40
Category
2010s Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Lampl Sterling Silver Decorative Bow Motif Pin Brooch With Large Orange Crystal
By Walter Lampl
Located in Milford, DE
A pin brooch by Lampl. It features a decorative sterling silver bow-like motif, accented with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Forget Me Knot Bow Brooch Pendant with Fire Opal and Yellow Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
One of a kind Forget Me Knot Bow brooch / pendant
Unisex design
18ct yellow and white gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Brooches
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond Bow Brooch Set in 18 Karat White Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 12.39 carats with Diamond 1.11 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.70ct Diamond Two-Toned Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.70 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold bow brooch; part
Category
1990s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique pearl and diamond bow brooch, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Antique pearl and diamond bow brooch. Set with a central round old cut diamond in an open back
Category
Antique Early 1900s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1960s Bow Leaf Pendant Brooch with Diamonds and Sapphires in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
This elegant brooch with a leaf and bow motif can also be worn as a pendant.
It has beautiful VVS
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Bow Ribbon Style Brooch with Old Cut Diamonds and Fine Red Coral
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th Century Antique Brooch in the Bow Ribbon Style with Old Cut Diamonds and Fine Red Coral.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Jewelled Ribbon Bow Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique vintage silver tone ribbon bow brooch embellished with clear crystals and a
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Bow Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage bow brooch embellished with black and clear crystals.
Silver tone metal
Category
20th Century French Brooches
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Brooches With Bow For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the brooches with bow you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 45 vintage editions and 7 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect brooches with bow 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. A brooches with bow from Garavelli, Hermès and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A brooches with bow can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 26 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 cabochon alternatives. When shopping for a brooches with bow, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Brooches With Bow?
Prices for a brooches with bow can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $12,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,285.
Finding the Right Brooches for You
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.
Questions About Brooches With Bow
- What is a samurai bow called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yumi is the Japanese term for a bow which is asymmetrical in shape—the top is much longer than the bottom. Samurai started as archers, so knowing how to use a bow was an important skill for them to have. Shop a collection of swords from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a violin bow called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A violin bow is called a fiddlestick occasionally, in vernacular speech. It is a wooden stick that is typically made out of different types of wood such as brazilwood or rosewood, while the bow hair is made from horsehair. It is rubbed against the tuned strings of a violin to produce sounds.
- What is a bow back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back chair refers to a silhouette of a chair with a curved back and is usually made with high-quality wood. Bow back chairs were popular during the colonial period and are representative of American-Amish heritage. Browse a range of vintage bow back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What were brooches used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooches 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.
- 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.
- What is a navette brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A 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.
- What is a golden brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- What are the types of brooches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024There 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.
- What is a brooch pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Brooch 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.
- Is a brooch a pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, 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.
- What is a paste brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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 ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a brooch is valuable, you can take one of two approaches. The first option is to research what comparable pieces have recently sold for on trusted online platforms. Factors to consider when choosing comparable items include the maker, style, age, type and condition of your brooch. Another option is to have a certified appraiser, knowledgeable jeweler or experienced antique dealer provide you with an estimated value. Find a wide variety of brooches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021As 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024To 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, 2022You 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify vintage brooches, look for the maker's marks. You can usually find them on the backs of brooches. Take a photo of the marking on your brooch, and then conduct a reverse image search to learn who the maker is. If you're unsuccessful, research the marks using trusted online resources or consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
- What are brooch pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooch 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Trifari brooch, turn it over and look for a maker's mark. Most Trifari jewelry features one of several backstamps. The earliest pieces made by the American jewelry brand usually read "KTF," for Trifari, Krussman, and Fishel. During the early 1930s, the stamp changed to "TRIFARI PAT.PEND.," and in 1937, the company introduced its crown logo. Pieces dating from the mid-1950s to the mid-1980s will bear this logo plus a copyright symbol. Finally, the 1980s brought the addition of a “™” trademark marking. If you can't find a stamp or have difficulty reading it, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Trifari brooches.
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