Chinese Dragon Brooch
Antique 19th Century Chinese Brooches
Amber
Late 20th Century Brooches
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 1890s Belle Époque Brooches
Ruby, Topaz
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Brooches
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Brooches
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
Antique 1890s French Gothic Revival Brooches
Opal, Silver
Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Brooches
Jade, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2010s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Garnet, 14k Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1870s English Victorian Brooches
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Link Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s French Revival Drop Necklaces
Agate, Coral, Labradorite, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Steel, Cut Steel
Late 20th Century Brooches
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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2010s Thai Arts and Crafts Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Agate, Amethyst, Coral
Antique 1890s Portuguese Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Brooches
Ruby, 14k Gold
1990s Chinese Brooches
1990s Chinese Brooches
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
Late 20th Century American Retro Brooches
Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
20th Century Chinese Contemporary Brooches
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary British Rococo Brooches
Crystal, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Brooches
Vintage 1930s Chinese Brooches
Emerald, Jade, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Early 20th Century Chinese Brooches
22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Brooches
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Chinese Brooches
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Hong Kong Brooches
Jade, 18k Gold
20th Century American Drop Necklaces
Chinese Dragon Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right brooches for You
Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
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.
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 on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
- What does a Chinese dragon mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Chinese dragon, in Chinese culture, represents luck, strength, and health. Due to these associations, the dragon has become the symbol of imperial power and authority.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese vase with a dragon typically means good fortune and prosperity. Throughout East Asia, the dragon is a symbol of luck. In China, the mythical beast is a common motif used in the designs of pottery, furniture and art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese vases.
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