Victorian French Circus Poodle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual figural sterling brooch from 19th Century France. Extraordinary lifelike detailing in 3
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Enamel Circus Performer Brooch Designed by Donald Claflin
By Donald Claflin for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Enamel Circus Performer Brooch Designed by Donald Claflin This rare Tiffany & Co
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Alfred Phillipe for Trifari Deco Circus Elephant
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Small yet charming, this early Trifari brooch depicts an Art Deco circus elephant performing on a
Unavailable
Gerard Yosca large Circus Horse brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Enamel horse brooch by Gerard Yosca from his Circus Collection early 1990s. Goldplated with green
Christian Dior 1966 Green Crystal Large Circus Clown Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Brooch Signed and dated 1966 Made by Henkel&Grosse Company
Chaumet Paris Circus Poodle With Attitude Gold Sapphire Ruby Diamond Brooch Pin
By Chaumet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 18k gold poodle pin from Chaumet Paris, knows how to shake it. This little character balances on his ball that features all cabochon cut rubies, sapphires, and agates with star ...
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Enameled Yellow Gold and Ruby Circus Tiger Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
excellent depiction of an adorably designed tiger, this interesting brooch also boasts precious rubies which
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970 Enamel and Ruby Yellow Gold Circus Clown Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A 1970 enamel and ruby 18 karat yellow gold circus clown brooch. The clown stands with it's clown
Ruby, 18k Gold
Spritzer & Fuhrman Pave Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Gold Circus Mouse Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A Spritzer & Fuhrman pave diamond, ruby and emerald 18 karat white and yellow gold circus mouse
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Circus Elephant Pendant/Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
brooch boasts an incredibly attractive appeal. The brooch is set with diamonds that weigh 0.41 carats in
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 4 in W 0.25 in L 1 in
Italian Diamond Enamel Circus or Street Performer Brooch Statue and Stand
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Entertaining Italian 18k yellow gold street / circus performer balancing on a ball on one foot with
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver
Sold
H 2.21 in W 1.7 in D 0.36 in
FRENCH 1900 Circus Monkeys Brooch In 14-18Kt Gold & Silver Diamonds And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
French circus monkey’s brooch in the manner of Bernard Zweig. This is an antique Circus Monkeys
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Emerald Rose and White Gold Circus Clown
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A diamond ruby sapphire and emerald 18 karat rose and white gold circus clown. He is wearing duck
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circus Bear Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting a standing bear figure with collar around its neck. Holding a 4.0 x 3.0 mm baroque pearl that rotates on its axis. White in body color with silver overtones and good luster...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage SWAROVSKI swan logo signed gold plated clown circus designer brooch
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Philippe Ferrandis Magic Circus Elephant Pin
By Philippe Ferrandis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Swarovski crystal, glass pearl, and resin elephant pin from Philippe Ferrandis.
Figural Circus Elephant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Most whimsical 18k gold figural elephant pin. Brushed gold elephant with sapphire eye is balanced on blue lapis ball. He is performing for you! One of the most adorable pieces of j...
Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire
Enamel Diamond Gold Circus Cat Brooch
Located in Naples, FL
This is a great collector piece. Constructed of solid 18k yellow gold this brooch supports 11 old
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 Faubourg by Night Madame Alligator Leather
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 Faubourg by Night, a rare and exquisite masterpiece. Crafted in Madame and shiny Alligator leather, this highly coveted design c...
$2,825
H 35.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.5 in Dm 31 in L 35.5 in
Vintage Open-Back Crystal Long Necklace, Antique Gold, Circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Open-Back Crystal Long Necklace with Dangling Piece Circa 1920s. One of the most gorgeous pieces I have. The crystals are set on an antique gold base with double links hold...
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s Yellow Gold Poodle Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine vintage 18 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a poodle; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine 18k yellow gold brooch has been realistical...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels, 18K Gold Diamond Snowflake Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
You don't have to wait for winter to appreciate the beauty of snowflakes when you wear this Van Cleef & Arpels 18 ct white gold diamond brooch! 145 sparkling diamonds are secured in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Marcus & Co Lily of The Valley Enamel Gold Pearl Brooch
By Marcus & Co.
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Marcus & Co green enamel and pearl lily of the valley antique yellow gold brooch circa 1900. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ128J. Scroll down for detailed specifications. This exquisite...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable|$8,600
French Antique 18K Pearl Button Cuff Bangle Bracelet - Auguste Lahaye
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A fanciful lace and natural pearl button cuff bangle by Auguste Lahaye (workshop later purchased by the esteemed French jeweler Rene Boivin). Masterfully hand fabricated in contrasti...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Cartier Whimsical Dog Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Cartier, Paris, France. This delightful Terrier pin by Cartier is the perfect whimsical accessory. Charming animal brooches were all the rage in the fifties, six...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$595 / item
Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces from the 1920's. Old stock unworn pieces from a French factory. Many designs available in gilt or silver gilt finish decorated with enamels...
Gilt Metal
Rare Victorian Man in the Moon Ring, Heintz Bros.
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rare Original Condition Victorian Man in the Moon Ring from the 19th Century in 14K gold. Original moonstone carved smiley face set high into pronged settings which give the appearan...
Moonstone, 14k Gold
Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Cartier Panthère Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet is an exquisite piece of jewelry that is not merely an accessory, but a statement. Crafted meticulously by the master artisans of Car...
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Hermes 2013 Black Mailbox Cube Q Square Porosus Leather Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermes 2013 Black Mailbox Cube Q Square Porosus Crocodile Leather Handbag is a stunning and rare accessory that embodies luxury and elegance. Crafted from exquisite black crocodi...
Cartier Paris Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-carat gold bird set with cabochon-cut turquoises and brilliant-cut diamonds (app. 2 carats) set in platinum; the eye and feathers are set with oval- and baguette cut-sapphires ...
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Birkin 30 Epsom Leather Vert Criquet
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Birkin 30 in Cricket Green Epsom leather. The plastics are still on the jewelry. Padlock, zipper pull, bell and keys (2) are present. The bag is in very good condition and ha...
$160,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Tutti Frutti Bangle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, this Tutti Frutti Bangle by Cartier Paris, created in 1947, captures one of Cartier’s rarest and most celebrated motifs. Inspired by Jacque...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
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.
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