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Butterly Brooch Pin Diamond Onyx Design by Ella Gafter
Butterly Brooch Pin Diamond Onyx Design by Ella Gafter

Butterly Brooch Pin Diamond Onyx Design by Ella Gafter

By Ella Gafter

Located in New York, NY

This butterfly brooch features at the center a splendid South Sea pearl of 18mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It displays beautiful nacre and its natural color and luster have no...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lovebird brooch with matching bird earrings by SCHRAGER NY, Sterling, 1940s
Lovebird brooch with matching bird earrings by SCHRAGER NY, Sterling, 1940s

Lovebird brooch with matching bird earrings by SCHRAGER NY, Sterling, 1940s

Located in Stuttgart, DE

And this explains the similarity of some Schrager and Staret designs (for example, butterly brooch)

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Vintage 1940s American Romantic Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Fabergé Sapphire and Emerald Butterly Pendant Brooch
Fabergé Sapphire and Emerald Butterly Pendant Brooch

Fabergé Sapphire and Emerald Butterly Pendant Brooch

By Fabergé

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful brooch the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Fabergé,. This vintage piece has been crafted from 14ct yellow gold into the shape of a butterfly in fli...

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Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victoria Silver Opal and Split Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Victoria Silver Opal and Split Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Victoria Silver Opal and Split Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Located in Birmingham, GB

This beautiful butter fly brooch, with delicious opal highlights, to the beautifully crafted openwork wings, enhanced by the gorgeous split pearl trim.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Silver

STARET BUTTERLY brooch gorgeous rhinestone decoration 1940s USA
STARET BUTTERLY brooch gorgeous rhinestone decoration 1940s USA

STARET BUTTERLY brooch gorgeous rhinestone decoration 1940s USA

By Staret

Located in Stuttgart, DE

A wonderful rhinestone brooch in the shape of a butterfly. The whole brooch is set with 10 large cut, colorful rhinestones. The rest of the body is completely covered with small to l...

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Vintage 1940s American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond & Ruby Mechanical Butterfly Brooch w/Box
CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond & Ruby Mechanical Butterfly Brooch w/Box

CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond & Ruby Mechanical Butterfly Brooch w/Box

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 1950s 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond & Ruby Mechanical Butterly Brooch w/Box Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer brooch.

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Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Mexico Sterling Silver Butterly Brooch Pin #18619
Tiffany & Co Mexico Sterling Silver Butterly Brooch Pin #18619

Tiffany & Co Mexico Sterling Silver Butterly Brooch Pin #18619

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Butterfly Brooch Pin This gorgeous butterfly brooch pin was meticulously crafted from sterling silver by amazing designer Tiffany & Co! Size: 29.0mm X...

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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Australian Pearl, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Retro Butterfly Brooch
Australian Pearl, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Retro Butterfly Brooch

Australian Pearl, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Retro Butterfly Brooch

Located in Napoli, Campania

Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Wonderful Big Butterly Retro Brooch/Pendant realized in 9k gold and silver structure.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gol...

Austro-Hungarian Plique-a-Jour Butterly Brooch
Austro-Hungarian Plique-a-Jour Butterly Brooch

Austro-Hungarian Plique-a-Jour Butterly Brooch

Located in London, GB

An Austro-Hungarian enamel, diamond and ruby butterfly brooch, the thorax bearing a round cabochon ruby, with rose-cut diamond encrusted abdomen, with blue plique-a-jour enamel wings...

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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Butterly Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond Pin
Van Cleef & Arpels Butterly Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond Pin

Van Cleef & Arpels Butterly Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond Pin

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels pin crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The wings are comprised of carved white mother-or-pearl. The body of the butterfly is set with 9 round brilliant cu...

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2010s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M

CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M

By Christian Dior

Located in Zürich, CH

Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fur Puffer Coats

John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005
John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005

John Galliano black twill evening dress with floral feather appliqués, fw 2005

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano archival evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2005 ▪ Constructed from black acetate-viscose twill ▪ Silk flower stem shaped inserts ▪ Organza and tulle floral appliqués ▪ De...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano black bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 2000
Christian Dior by John Galliano black bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 2000

Christian Dior by John Galliano black bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 2000

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Constructed from bias-cut black crêpe back satin ▪ Asymmetric draped bodice ▪ Cowl neck ▪ High...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival  FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress
Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival  FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress

Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Gorgeous extremely rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Evening Dress, FW 1986 Collection "Les Voleuses" Museum worthy Collectors Piece The most dramatic evening gown with amazing crystal rhi...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace
Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace

Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace

Located in Riverdale, NY

Spectacular Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace from the mid 19th Century. Extremely high quality manufacture with fitted box as well as a hair comb fitting to conver...

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Antique 1860s British High Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 10k Gold

GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2 Pc Floral Jacquard Skirt Suit Set
GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2 Pc Floral Jacquard Skirt Suit Set

GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2 Pc Floral Jacquard Skirt Suit Set

By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

DESCRIPTION: GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2 Pc Floral Jacquard Skirt Suit Set Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Collection: Couture; Spring / Summer 1998 Designer: Ale...

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1990s French Skirt Suits

Christian Dior by John Galliano black full length lamb and lace coat, fw 2001
Christian Dior by John Galliano black full length lamb and lace coat, fw 2001

Christian Dior by John Galliano black full length lamb and lace coat, fw 2001

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior black full-length coat ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Mongolian lamb with lace overlay ▪ Heavyweight ▪ Large button fastening at the waist ▪ 100% lamb, lace - 100%...

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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

Gucci by Tom Ford Aqua Blue Dyed Fox Fur Oversized Coat, FW 1997
Gucci by Tom Ford Aqua Blue Dyed Fox Fur Oversized Coat, FW 1997

Gucci by Tom Ford Aqua Blue Dyed Fox Fur Oversized Coat, FW 1997

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in London, GB

Gucci by Tom Ford, Fall-Winter 1997. Oversized, mid-thigh coat in dyed aqua fox, cut with a collarless deep V front, dropped shoulders and long straight sleeves. ▪ Brand: Gucci ▪ C...

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1990s Italian Jackets

Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat
Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat

Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Iconic black Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1996 Collection Bombshell vinyl trench coat. This stunning jacket exudes a hypnotic blend of dominance and sophistication. Its sculptural s...

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

New Atelier Versace Wisteria Purple Silk Fully Beaded Dress Gown
New Atelier Versace Wisteria Purple Silk Fully Beaded Dress Gown

New Atelier Versace Wisteria Purple Silk Fully Beaded Dress Gown

By Atelier Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

Atelier Versace Wisteria Purple Fully Beaded Silk Dress Gown Designer size 42 ( run smaller - measurements provided ) 100% Silk Wisteria Purple Dress with Tulle Fully Embellished Ove...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Faberge Diamond Enamel Flower Brooch Antique 1900 August Hollming Workmaster
Faberge Diamond Enamel Flower Brooch Antique 1900 August Hollming Workmaster

Faberge Diamond Enamel Flower Brooch Antique 1900 August Hollming Workmaster

By Fabergé

Located in New York, NY

This is an exquisite and rare antique FABERGÉ Rose Cut Diamond, Enamel and Red Cabochon Brooch modeled as a sprig of flowers with a translucent green enameled flower centered with a ...

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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum
Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum

Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in New York, NY

Rare Iconic 1990s Azzedine ALAIA Black Ribbed Lycra and Net Sleeveless Gown; V-Neck with Paneled Bodice; Deep V-back with Single Hook and Eye Strap; Full Length Skirt with Fishtail H...

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1990s French Evening Gowns

Cavalli evening dress
Cavalli evening dress

Cavalli evening dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CAVALLI - (Made in Italy) Short evening dress reembroidered with silvery pearls. Size 36FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 38 cm - Waist: 32 cm - Length: 91 cm ...

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2010s Babydoll Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR By Galliano S/s 2005 Lace Trim Mesh Slip Dress x Sarong Set
CHRISTIAN DIOR By Galliano S/s 2005 Lace Trim Mesh Slip Dress x Sarong Set

CHRISTIAN DIOR By Galliano S/s 2005 Lace Trim Mesh Slip Dress x Sarong Set

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in 上海市, Xuhui district

▪ Christian Dior burgundy floral mini slip dress and sarong ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Art Nouveau inspired floral print ▪ Lace trim ▪ Ribbon bow detail ▪ Twisted cut allows the f...

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

Rare Chanel Cruise 1995 pink boucle jacket
Rare Chanel Cruise 1995 pink boucle jacket

Rare Chanel Cruise 1995 pink boucle jacket

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare and collector Chanel Cruise 1995 pink boucle jacket CC logo mirror buttons size 38 FR excellent condition

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1990s French Jackets

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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 GucciVersaceDior 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.