Art Deco DeRosa Patriotic Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco DeRosa Patriotic Brooch of channel set faux rubies and sapphires with crystal pave accents.
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
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Art Deco DeRosa Patriotic Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco DeRosa Patriotic Brooch of channel set faux rubies and sapphires with crystal pave accents.
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DeRosa Sterling Retro Bow Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
DeRosa Retro bow brooch of gold plated sterling silver, crystal rhinestone pave, with a large faux glass pearl articulated pendant.
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
DeRosa Art Deco Lapel Clip Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Derosa intricate Art Deco fan shape lapel clip brooch composed of faux sapphire baguettes, oval and round faceted faux topaz, pink tourmaline and sapphires on a fine crystal rh...
Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal
Large DeRosa Retro Sunburst Clip Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Large DeRosa Elaborate Tiered Retro Sunburst Fur Clip Brooch of rose gold plate sterling silver and crystal rhinestone accents.
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
DeRosa Retro Lucite Acorn Clip
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Large and unusual DeRosa Retro Lucite Acorn Clip from the 1940's. Gilt metal with pink lucite scored caps in a retro acorn design. Pave crystal detailing along spine and within pierc...
Gilt Metal
DeRosa Sterling Vermeil Pearl Cascade Clip
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Striking Retro Clip brooch by Ralph DeRosa from the 1940's of gilt sterling with pave accents and faux pearls dangling from gilt fox chains.
Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Ralph DeRosa Sterling Vermeil Retro Starfish Suite
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Ralph DeRosa Sterling Vermeil Retro Starfish Suite from the 1940's.
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Derosa Retro Sunburst Clip Brooch
By Ralph De Rosa
Located in New York, NY
DeRosa Retro Sunburst Fur Clip Brooch of yellow gold plate sterling silver and crystal rhinestone accents.
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Retro DeRosa Retro Bouquet Clip Brooch
By Ralph De Rosa
Located in New York, NY
Large Raph DeRosa Retro oval cut faux emerald and topaz double bouquet clip brooch with crystal rhinestone pave accents.
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Vintage DeRosa Sterling Cuckoo Clock Brooch 1940s
By Ralph De Rosa
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage DeRosa Cuckoo Clock Brooch. A fabulous figural, artfully designed and crafted in solid sterling silver vermeil.
De Rosa Machine Age Clip Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Ralph De Rosa Machine age 14 karat gold plated fur clip from the 1940's. The Retro atomic half spherical clip is enhanced with two sizes of faux dark ruby beads. Excellent Conditio...
Gold Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal
Vintage DeRosa Fur Clip Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in Austin, TX
This charming DeRosa brooch in the shape of a flower is decorated with white rhinestones and a big blue crystal.
14 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Gemstone Earrings and Brooch Suite
Located in Westfield, NJ
DEROSA. Brooch, height 2 1/4 inches, total 40.9 grams
Citrine, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
De Rosa Flower Fur Clip Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Back and bottom hook curled hooks that hold the pins in place has been replaced. DeRosa Jewelry was in operation from 1934 to 1970.
Gold Plate
Ralph De Rosa 1940s Art Deco Cornucopia Brooch
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
A very very nice and beautifully crafted late 1930s to early 1940s Ralph DeRosa Art Deco fur clip brooch. Gold plate set with clear round and square cut navy blue rhinestones.
Gold Plate
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H 2.76 in W 2.17 in D 0.6 in
Brooch with clip-on earrings DeRosa NY vermeile sterling, raspberry branch 1940s
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Both ear clips are signed DeRosa and Sterling. The brooch is signed DeRosa.
Crystal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
DeRosa Enamel Berry Spray Fur Clip
Located in New York, NY
Unusual collectors piece by De Rosa. A retro style double prong fur clip of ombred faux pearl berries in fuschia with collet set glass rhinestones and lime green enameled leaves. 4" ...
Gilt Metal
Floral Vintage Brooch attributed to DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
This vintage unsigned brooch has been attributed to DeRosa and is one of the most collectible brooches today.
Late 1930's Derosa Blue Basket Fur Clip
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful 1930's Derosa pale blue basket fur clip. Clip is adorned with enamel green leaves and clear rhinestones. Slight wear to the metal finish. The measurements to the pin are as...
$425
H 2.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.5 in Dm 2.5 in L 2.25 in
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 don't make them like that anymore. The gorgeous and substantial, well-made bow feature...
Mixed Metal
French Retro Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 carat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This antique gold brooch features a delicate gold leafy design decorated with 10 claw set brilliant cut diamonds. The clasp is a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Boucher Channel Set Brooch
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Early Boucher Channel Set Brooch in sterling with rhodium plate finish. Faux rubies are channel set in a wreath form with sprays of pave baguettes. Marked "MB sterling". 1940's USA. ...
$283Sale Price|37% Off
H 1.97 in D 0.4 in Dm 1.19 in
French Antique brooch in gold metal and rock crystals
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Gorgeous and unique classic gold brooch with faceted rock crystal. It features a design with intricate floral motifs and 22 set round crystals. The large pyramidal crystal in the ce...
Gold, Gilt Metal
Art Deco Paste Brooch France
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Paste Brooch France set in sterling from the 1920's. Beautiful quality construction and high style design. 2.5" x 1.4"
Sterling Silver
Silson Art Deco Gilt Corsage Hand Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Rare Silson Art Deco Gilt Corsage Hand Brooch from the 1940's with a jeweled bracelet, enameled fingernails and engagement ring. Designed with a fitting inside to hold a spra...
Gilt Metal
$700Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage natural rose cut diamonds real pearl bow brooch with 18K gold plating
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful sterling silver handmade diamond brooch. This brooch consists of : Diamond weight- 2.40cts Diamond type- Rose cut Diamond origin- Natural/ mined Metal- Sterling ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Art Deco Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco 14k gold brooch, with sapphires and approx. 0.75ctw in three large pearl and marquise 3 diamonds, surrounded with smaller rose cut diamonds. Brooch measures 45mm x 25mm. Wei...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
1940s Art Deco Rhinestones and Silvered Metal Italian Brooch
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking 1940s Italian brooch beautifully blends the streamlined glamour of Art Deco design with the bold, often floral-inspired scale of the subsequent Retro era, which was pop...
$896Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.55 in W 1.58 in
Eisenberg Original brooch or pin larg rhinestones, sterlin, signed 1940 USA
By Eisenberg
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About Beautiful pin with 2 needles and 2 safety hooks from Eisenberg in silver, worked with large cut rhinestones down to the smallest set rhinestones Measurement Hight 8 cm - Wide 4...
Crystal, Silver
Art Deco Paste Baguette Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Paste Brooch with pale faux aquamarine square cut stones in an elaborate sterling silver setting. Openwork style with deco baguette and pave detailing. 1.75" x .9". ...
Sterling Silver
1940s Marcel Boucher Gold-Plated Sterling and Rhinestone Bow Brooch
By Marcel Boucher
Located in London, GB
An early 1940s brooch by Marcel Boucher who was a French-American designer known for producing some of the finest costume jewelry of the 20th century. Trained in Paris and having wor...
Gold Plate, Silver
Rare Marcel Boucher Duette Brooch
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular and Rare Marcel Boucher Duette Brooch from the 1930's. Pair of pave crystal Art Deco clips are removable from pin "base" or can be worn as clips separately. High quality,...
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Edwardian Diamond Sunshine Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous Edwardian brooch crafted from a combination of 18ct yellow gold and platinum into the shape of a radiant sunshine. A single old European cut diamond sitting s...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Coro Twist Trembler Duette Clip Brooch
By Corocraft
Located in New York, NY
Coro Twist Trembler Duette Clip Brooch from the 1930's. Brooch composed of 2 floral clips with crystal baguettes, trembling flower heads and enamel. Both clips can be worn separately...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Rhinestone Statement Brooch
By BSK
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Rhinestone Statement Brooch is a stunning accessory that adds instant glamour and luxury to any outfit. With its sparkling rhinestones, intricate metalwork, and timeless...
Gold Plate
$2,516Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.27 in L 17 in
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cuban 99.70 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet Style: Link Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dimension: 8*0.85*0.29IN Weight: 99.7 Grams Condition: Vintage And Estate Product ID: 5J796 Note: Pl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch from the 1930's. High Art Deco design with step faceted faux aquamarines and sapphires set within an intricate pave and baguette dangle sett...
Rhodium
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Christian Dior Lapis Stylised Flower Brooch 1967
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite Vintage Dior Lapis Flower Brooch from 1967. A true treasure from the flower power era, this rare Dior brooch features stylised gold-ton...
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Amazing and Unusual Art Deco Paste Dress Ornament
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco Paste Dress Ornament from the 1920's. The daring necklines of the period allowed for jewelers, both fine and faux, to experiment with ideas tailored to the latest fa...
Sterling Silver
DeRosa Rare Imperial Chinese Phoenix Link Bracelet
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Incredible DeRosa Rare Imperial Chinese Phoenix Retro link bracelet. Composed of 4 three dimensional figural Phoenix links with four ribbed and incised links and signatu...
Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Archaeological Revival 14k Gold Bangle, Etruscan Style, Circa 1870
Located in London, GB
A wide archaeological revival gold bangle, with Etruscan-style wirework decoration to front and back with hidden clasp, Austro-Hungarian hallmark for Prague, 580 gold with unknown ma...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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