CHANEL Gold Plated Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Chanel late 1980s Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch. Material: Gold tone Metal/ Gold Plated, Faux Pearl
CHANEL Gold Plated Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Chanel late 1980s Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch. Material: Gold tone Metal/ Gold Plated, Faux Pearl
$1,300
H 0.25 in D 0.25 in L 2.25 in
Chanel Spring 2020 Collection Gold CC Logo Gripoix & Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
set with faux pearls and Gripoix glass stones in honey gold and purple colors. It measures 2.25 inches
Pearl
Chanel Crystal & Costume Pearl Gold-Tone "Chanel" Script Brooch 2019
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Crystal & Costume Pearl Gold-Tone "Chanel" Script Brooch circa 2019 is a stunning piece
Chanel Crystal & Pearl Gold-Tone Anchor Brooch 2018
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Crystal & Pearl Gold-Tone Anchor Brooch from 2018 is a stunning statement piece that
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Sailor Wheel Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Sailor Wheel Pearl Brooch *Marked 94 *Made in France *Comes with
Base Metal
CHANEL gold 22S SPINNING WHEEL PEARL & STRASS Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Spinning Wheel brooch in gold-tone metal is a playful yet sophisticated
CHANEL gold 23S POTTED FLOWER PEARL & STRASS Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel potted flower brooch in gold-tone metal is a whimsical yet elegant
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Filigree Faux Pearl Cross Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 25 Gold Plated The brooch is in good condition
Gold
Chanel Black & Gold-Tone Costume Pearl Crystal Filigree Brooch 2019
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Black & Gold-Tone Costume Pearl Crystal Filigree Brooch from 2019 is a stunning
Chanel Classic Pearl Bar Brooch
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Coco Chanel classic pearl and gilt bronze twist bar pin by Robert Goossens for Chanel. Composed of
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze
CHANEL gold-tone 92P FOUR LEAF CLOVER & IMITATION PEARL PIN Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel pin brooch is crafted in gold-plated metal and topped with a glossy
$1,350
H 1.58 in W 2.17 in D 0.2 in
FAUX PEARL AND RESIN CHANEL CC BROOCH, gold plated, 2018 Collection
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Faux Perl and Resin CC CHANEL brooch, Made in France. Description: Fall/Winter 2018 Collection
Pearl, Gilt Metal, Gold Plate
Chanel Gilt Leaf Brooch with Pastes and Pearls, Goossens
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
gold finish are signatures of Chanel's lush aesthetic. A large handmade pearl capped with gilt filigree
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Chanel Paris Red Glass and Faux Pearl Brooch Collection 23
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
This vintage Chanel brooch from the early 90s is in gorgeous vintage condition. It features a
Gold Plate
$1,259
W 2.05 in L 2.05 in
Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Peel off on the faux pearls, barely noticeable. Others are
Gold Plate
$2,995
W 0.79 in L 2.96 in
Chanel Vintage 1985 Gripoix Cabochon Ruby Emerald Amethyst White Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Pearl Textured Poured Glass Abnormal Chunky Statement Long Bar Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition
Gold Plate
CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch Reference: GIYG/A00283
$866
W 1.38 in L 3.23 in
Chanel Vintage 1988 Long Trio Camélia Flower Pearls White Round Chunky Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Very light scratches on faux pearls, barely noticeable
Gold Plate
$1,639
W 1.97 in L 2.17 in
Chanel Vintage 1997 Gripoix Logo CC Red Green Purple Pearls Birds Nest Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1997 Unisex Gripoix Logo CC Red Green Purple Cabochon White Round Circle Pearls
Gold Plate
Vintage Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Iconic CC Logo & Pearl Droplet Brooch 1994
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A very special Vintage Chanel Pearl Logo Brooch dating to the Autumn 1994 Collection with Lagerfeld
Gold Plate
Coco Chanel Gilt Sunburst Brooch with Pastes and Pearls, Goossens
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel Haute Couture striking sunburst brooch completely handmade by Goossens for Chanel
Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
$150,000
W 2.17 in D 0.99 in L 1.97 in
Couture ChanelVerdura Byzantine GoldCircleRope Gems PurpleHeartMedallion, c1932
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
, Katherine Hepburn and Helen Hayes. So Chanel's brooch crafted in Paris may have reimagined the U.S. gold
Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel 01A Pearl x Gold CC Brooch 929cc92
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 01 A Made In: France Measurements: Length: 2.5" Width: .2" Height: .2" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Box Signs of Wear: Exterior: ...
$2,799 / set
H 3.25 in W 3.25 in L 25 in
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Gripoix Pearl Cross Large Brooch Pendant
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Gripoix Stone Pearl Cross Large Brooch Pendant Necklace
Collectable 1983 Chanel Cabochon and Pearl Byzantine Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in London, UK
pearls. A great deal of work has gone into this brooch. The gold has a wonderful antique patina and is
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate
Chanel Gold 01a Pearl Chain Brooch 232025
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Chains are dark, scratches on the pearls. This item does
Chanel Vintage Multicolor Gold Gripoix Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Gold-tone hardware. Multicolored gripoix glass stones. Cabochon pearl accents. Crystal detail. Back
Chanel Gold Pearl Gripoix Stone 8cz1012 Brooch/Pin
By Chanel
Located in Forest Hills, NY
" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Light rubs, faux pearl, closure works
Chanel 90's Gripoix, Pearl and Rhinestone Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
This brooch features a gold tone plaque stamped Chanel letters and logo encrusted with red and
Chanel 05A Gold Tone Faux Pearl 'CC' Logo Cross Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Bold brooch from Chanel's fall 2005 collection. Oversized cross shaped base. Gold-tone metal
Chanel Pearl, Rhinestone, and Gold Tone Chain Brooch - 1970's
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Extremely rare Chanel brooch from the 1970's. The brooch is adorned with pearls and rhinestones at
Chanel 2015 Pearl Pin Brooch - New - Cluster Gold CC Logo Charm Wide 15B
By Chanel
Located in Prahran, Victoria
BRAND NEW: Chanel - Wide Pearl Cluster Pin Color: Gold / White Material: Metal / Pearl
Chanel broche in gold metal, red enamel and fake pearl
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel broche in gold metal, red enamel and fake pearl. In good condition with some light signs of
Chanel Black Pearls Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful brooch from Chanel with black pearls and Swarovski crystals Condition: excellent Made in
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold tone white Faux Pearls Brooch Pin
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel Gold tone white Faux Pearls Brooch Pin measurements 6 x 6 cm check pics for signs of use
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s Chanel gold toned brooch featuring four faux pearl drops adorned with a gold toned CC logo on
Chanel Gold CC Pastel Crystal Pearl Dangle Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Pastel Crystal Pearl Dangle Brooch *Marked in 16 *Made in France *Comes with the
1994 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Chanel gold toned brooch featuring four faux pearl drops surrounded by a gold toned rope
Chanel Gold CC Seed Pearl Green Bead Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Seed Pearl Green Bead Brooch *Marked 18 *Made in France *Comes with the original
CHANEL gold 24A MANCHESTER PEARL SAFTY PIN Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel safety pin brooch in gold-tone metal is a bold yet refined statement
CHANEL Brooch CC Logo Pearl & Crystals Pin W/Box
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CHANEL Brooch CC Logo Pearl & Crystals Pin W/Box A stunning Chanel brooch Autumn 2020 collection
Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate
CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl
Gold
CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch Reference: BMPA/A00231 Brand
Gold
Chanel Faux Pearl Matte Gold Tone CC Logo Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Faux Pearl Matte Gold Tone CC Logo Brooch Brand- Chanel Model- CC Logo Brooch Product Type
Chanel Faux Pearl Matte Gold Tone CC Logo Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Faux Pearl Matte Gold Tone CC Logo Brooch Brand- Chanel Model- CC Logo Brooch Product Type
Chanel Gold CC Tear Drop Princess Crystal Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Tear Drop Princess Crystal Pearl Brooch *Marked 19 *Made in Italy *Comes with the
Chanel Pearl Gold Porcupine Pin
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Charming Chanel Porcupine Pin finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with pearl body.
Pearl
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Brooch *Marked 98 *Made in France *Comes with
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold CC Ribbon Pearl Thimble Brooch Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold CC Ribbon Pearl Thimble Brooch Pin *Marked 03 *Made in Italy *Comes with
1980's Chanel Gold & Pearl Pin
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Star-shaped gold-plate Chanel pin with faux-pearl center, 1980s. Slight loss of nacre on the pearl
Pearl, Gold Plate
CHANEL Vintage 1990's Collection 23 gold tone red Gripoix pearl brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage 1990's Collection 23 gold tone red Gripoix pearl brooch Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Brooch & Pendant with Pink Gripoix & Pearls - circa 94P
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage Gold Brooch & Pendant with Pink Gripoix & Pearl - circa 94P. This brooch is in
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Pink Crystal Pearl Dangle Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Pink Crystal Pearl Dangle Small Brooch *Marked 02 *Made in France
Sold
W 1.38 in L 3.23 in
Chanel Vintage 1988 Long Trio Camélia Flower White Pearl Pearls Chunky Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Very light scratches on faux pearls, barely noticeable
Gold Plate
Sold
W 1.38 in L 3.23 in
Chanel Vintage 1988 Long Trio Camélia Flower White Pearl Pearls Chunky Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1988 Long Large Trio Camélia Flower White Pearls Chunky Elegant COCO Brooch, Gold
Gold Plate
Sold
W 2.05 in L 2.05 in
Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Peel off on the faux pearls, barely noticeable. Others are
Gold Plate
Sold
W 2.05 in L 2.05 in
Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Peel off on the faux pearls, barely noticeable. Others are
Gold Plate
Sold
W 2.05 in L 2.05 in
Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Peel off on the faux pearls, barely noticeable. Others are
Gold Plate
Sold
W 2.05 in L 2.05 in
Chanel 1995 Coco Large Gripoix Pink Pearls Crystals Openwork Logo CC Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Peel off on the faux pearls, barely noticeable. Others are
Gold Plate
Chanel Crysal and Faux pearl CC logo Brooch in gold-tone metal finish
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
This chanel brooch form 2010 A has the Coco CC logo on gold tone metal with mixed light color
Sold
W 0.79 in L 2.96 in
Chanel Vintage 1985 Gripoix Cabochon Ruby Emerald Amethyst White Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1985 Unisex Gripoix Cabochon Ruby Emerald Amethyst Red Green Purple White Pearl
Gold Plate
CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2017 I Love Coco pink heart green lime faux pearl gold pin brooch Reference: GIYG/A00283
Chanel 1970s Large Martele' Knot & Pearl Brooch attributed to Robert Goosens
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Presented is a large Chanel brooch of a Celtic knot with pearl pendant from the 1970s. The brooch
Pearl, Gold Plate
Chanel Golden Metal Pendant Brooch with Glass Paste and Pearl Drops, 1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant brooch with glass paste and pearl drops. Fall-Winter
Gold
Chanel Pearl and Gold Swirling Rope Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Pearl and Gold Rope Pin- mint condition; Circa 1980’s, designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Matte
Chanel Gold CC Pearl Drop Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold CC Pearl Drop Pin is in exceptionally good vintage condition from the
Chanel Gold, Pearl and Rhinestone Medallion Pin, Autum 1993 Collection
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and large Chanel medallion pin from the Autumn 1993 collection. It is 3 inches, 3 inches
Pearl, Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Pearl & Gold Tone Pin - circa 1983
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage Pearl & Gold Tone Pin - circa 1983. This pin is in excellent vintage condition. It
CHANEL Gold & Pearl Logo Ship's Helm Pin
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
CHANEL Gold & Pearl Logo Ship's Helm Pin Age: 1994 Made in France Materials: goldtone metal
Sold
W 1.97 in L 2.17 in
Chanel Vintage 1997 Gripoix Logo CC Red Green Purple Pearls Birds Nest Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1997 Unisex Gripoix Logo CC Red Green Purple Cabochon White Round Circle Pearls
Gold Plate
CHANEL Vintage '95 Pearl & Gold CC Pin
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '95 Pearl & Gold CC Pin Features goldtone CC in center of pearl Made in: France
Chanel Light Gold Palm Tree Pearl Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Light Gold Palm Tree Pearl Pin *Marked 17 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original dustbag
Sold
H 9.25 in W 2.5 in D 0.75 in
Chanel Dramatic & Large Medallion with Pearl Fringe Pin, 2015 Collection
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
incorporated into the design of the gold body of the pin. Additionally, It is set with four large faux pearl
Pearl, Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Flower Pearl Crystal Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Flower Pearl Crystal Pin *Marked in 07 *Made in France
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Classic CC Faux Pearl Large Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Classic CC Faux Pearl Large Pin *Marked in 00 *Made in France
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Rare Light Gold CC Faux Pearl Round Clip on Earrings *Marked 98 *Made in France
CHANEL Gold Filigree Pin w. Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gold Filigree Pin w. Pearls Age: 70's 80's Made in France Materials: metal Stamped
Chanel San Marco Pearl Gemstone Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
brooch. The pendant is partially set with diamonds, a 13.1mm South Sea pearl and an array of faceted and
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, South Sea Pearl, Tourmaline, White Diamond,...
Chanel CC Limited-Edition Dragon New Year Gold Plated Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301718 Comes With Box Only Model CC Collection Serial Number 20** Metal Gold-Plated Weight
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate
Chanel Pearl Ribbon Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Pearl Ribbon Camellia Brooch. A pearl dangles from a camelia in the center, which is wrapped
Pearl, Gold Plate
Chanel Gripoix & Pearl Gold Seashell Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gripoix & Pearl Gold Seashell Brooch Features small red and green gripoix details at
In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.
The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.
Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.
But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.
In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.
Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.
Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic.
After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.
Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.
Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
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.