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Dior Safety Pin

Christian Dior by Galliano Safety Pin & Keys Long Drop Earrings 2000s
Christian Dior by Galliano Safety Pin & Keys Long Drop Earrings 2000s

Christian Dior by Galliano Safety Pin & Keys Long Drop Earrings 2000s

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Fun and funky, Christian Dior Safety Pin Earrings from the Galliano era. Crafted in rhodium plated metal.

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Early 2000s Drop Earrings

Dior x John Galliano Fall 2005 Dice Pin Trimmed Bar Jacket
Dior x John Galliano Fall 2005 Dice Pin Trimmed Bar Jacket

Dior x John Galliano Fall 2005 Dice Pin Trimmed Bar Jacket

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Made from soft, smooth black and white herringbone wool and features a gorgeous, removable DIOR safety pin dice brooch. The cut strongly references the iconic Dior New Look shape and...

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Early 2000s French Cropped Jackets

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Jewelled Safety Pin Earrings
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Jewelled Safety Pin Earrings

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Jewelled Safety Pin Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage silver tone safety pin earrings (for pierced ears) embellished with clear crystals.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Stud Earrings

John Galliano for Christian Dior Y2K Logo Safety Pin Clip-On Earrings
John Galliano for Christian Dior Y2K Logo Safety Pin Clip-On Earrings

John Galliano for Christian Dior Y2K Logo Safety Pin Clip-On Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Step into a realm of nostalgia with the John Galliano for Christian Dior Y2K Logo Safety Pin Clip-On Earrings. These playful accessories feature vibrant green and yellow Dior logo pi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

S/S 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Zip Logo Safety Pin T-Shirt Top FR40
S/S 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Zip Logo Safety Pin T-Shirt Top FR40

S/S 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Zip Logo Safety Pin T-Shirt Top FR40

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This short sleeve t-shirt features a safety pin motif. The shirt is made complete with a functioning zipper at the bust that runs all the way around the top with faux snakeskin trim.

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Early 2000s Italian T-Shirts

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Wreath Water Drop Crystals Sapphire Openwork Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Wreath Water Drop Crystals Sapphire Openwork Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Wreath Water Drop Crystals Sapphire Openwork Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

This is gold plated stylised brooch. Signed "Chr. Dior 1964" at back. Safety-catch pin closure. Material: Gold plated metal, Resin, Rhinestones.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s
Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in France) Silvery metal safety pin brooch with Swarovski rhinestones.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s
Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in France) Silvery metal safety pin brooch with Swarovski rhinestones.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s
Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in France) Silvery metal safety pin brooch with Swarovski rhinestones.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Dior necklace 'Safety pin'
Dior necklace 'Safety pin'

Dior necklace 'Safety pin'

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in France) Short silvery metal necklace composed of safety pins, costume pearly drops, and green glass pearls.

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Early 2000s French Choker Necklaces

Christian Dior Silvery Metal 'Safety pin' Earrings
Christian Dior Silvery Metal 'Safety pin' Earrings

Christian Dior Silvery Metal 'Safety pin' Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in France) Silvery metal safetypin earrings ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 5.5 cm SK...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Drop Earrings

Christian Dior Oversize Crystal Embellished Safety pin Brooche.
Christian Dior Oversize Crystal Embellished Safety pin Brooche.

Christian Dior Oversize Crystal Embellished Safety pin Brooche.

By Christian Dior

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Christian Dior oversize crystal embellished safety pin brooche.

Category

Early 2000s Brooches

CHRISTIAN DIOR Gold Tone & Glass Drop Safety Pin Choker Necklace
CHRISTIAN DIOR Gold Tone & Glass Drop Safety Pin Choker Necklace

CHRISTIAN DIOR Gold Tone & Glass Drop Safety Pin Choker Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR gold tone safety pin choker necklace embellished with multicolor glass drops.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Materials

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Christian Dior Newspaper Safety Pin Bracelet, F/W 2000
Christian Dior Newspaper Safety Pin Bracelet, F/W 2000

Christian Dior Newspaper Safety Pin Bracelet, F/W 2000

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Norwich, GB

Features a velcro closeure and giant gold toned safety pin detail. Condition Excellent

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Early 2000s Italian Cuff Bracelets

Dior John Galliano Addict Safety Pin Pearls Crystal Embellished Sandals 38.5
Dior John Galliano Addict Safety Pin Pearls Crystal Embellished Sandals 38.5

Dior John Galliano Addict Safety Pin Pearls Crystal Embellished Sandals 38.5

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Dior John Galliano Addict Safety Pin Pearls Crystal Embellished Sandals 38.5 Color Black Size 38.5EU Heel Height 4in Satin upper Leather sole D logo charm Silver finished hardware ...

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Early 2000s Shoes

DIOR Bracelet in Gilded Metal, Safety pins and Oval Beads in Molten Glass
DIOR Bracelet in Gilded Metal, Safety pins and Oval Beads in Molten Glass

DIOR Bracelet in Gilded Metal, Safety pins and Oval Beads in Molten Glass

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

DIOR bracelet in gilded metal and oval beads in light and dark amber and pink molten glass attached by safety pins.

Category

2010s Unknown Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

This is gold plated stylised brooch. Signed "Chr. Dior 1964" at back. Safety-catch pin closure. Size: 4.6 cm x 4.6 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Tudor Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

This is gold plated stylised brooch. Signed "Chr. Dior 1964" at back. Safety-catch pin closure. Size: 4.6 cm x 4.6 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

This is gold plated stylised brooch. Signed "Chr. Dior 1964" at back. Safety-catch pin closure. Material: Gold plated metal, Resin, Rhinestones.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Navy Pink Black Crystals Scarab Beetle Dome Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Navy Pink Black Crystals Scarab Beetle Dome Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Navy Pink Black Crystals Scarab Beetle Dome Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

This is gold plated stylised brooch. Signed "Chr. Dior 1965" at back. Safety-catch pin closure. Size: 3.0 cm x 3.7 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Navy Pink Black Crystals Scarab Beetle Dome Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Navy Pink Black Crystals Scarab Beetle Dome Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Navy Pink Black Crystals Scarab Beetle Dome Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

This is gold plated stylised brooch. Signed "Chr. Dior 1965" at back. Safety-catch pin closure. Size: 3.0 cm x 3.7 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Tudor Brooches

Materials

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Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s
Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

Dior Safety Pin Brooch with Swarovski Rhinestones, 1990s

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in France) Silvery metal safety pin brooch with Swarovski rhinestones.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Christian Dior Pavé Crystal Safety Pin With Logo Charm 2000s
Christian Dior Pavé Crystal Safety Pin With Logo Charm 2000s

Christian Dior Pavé Crystal Safety Pin With Logo Charm 2000s

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

We absolutely adore this glamorous pin. A stunning Vintage Dior Safety Pin from the Galliano collections of the 2000s.

Category

Early 2000s Brooches

Christian Dior Logo Safety Pin Brooch
Christian Dior Logo Safety Pin Brooch

Christian Dior Logo Safety Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Christian Dior Logo Safety Pin Brooch with deep pumpkin velvet bow.

Category

Early 2000s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Silver Star & Safety Pin Necklace
Christian Dior Silver Star & Safety Pin Necklace

Christian Dior Silver Star & Safety Pin Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Silver star and safety pin chain-link necklace by Christian Dior. 1.5" height, 20" length, 0.5" width.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Massive Jewelled Safety Pin Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Massive Jewelled Safety Pin Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Massive Jewelled Safety Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage massive silver tone safety pin brooch embellished with clear crystals.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Massive Jewelled Safety Pin Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Massive Jewelled Safety Pin Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Massive Jewelled Safety Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage massive silver tone safety pin brooch embellished with clear crystals.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Skull Safety Pin Logo Charm Necklace
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Skull Safety Pin Logo Charm Necklace

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Skull Safety Pin Logo Charm Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage silver tone chain necklace featuring a printed skull and DIOR logo medallions, safety pin, bow with letter C and DIOR logo charms, faux pearls.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 oversized crystals safety pin brooch
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 oversized crystals safety pin brooch

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 oversized crystals safety pin brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall Winter 2000 collection oversized crystals safety pin brooch, new condition tag still attached, “Fly Girls” collection one of the rarest coll...

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Early 2000s French Brooches

Christian Dior Large Crystal Safety Pin Brooch
Christian Dior Large Crystal Safety Pin Brooch

Christian Dior Large Crystal Safety Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Christian Dior Large Crystal Safety Pin Brooch

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

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Dior Safety Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact dior safety pin you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, silver and 9k gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a dior safety pin from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing dior safety pin — no matter the origin — is easy, but Christian Dior, Goossens Paris and John Galliano for Christian Dior each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A dior safety pin can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but amethyst rings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut alternatives. Finding a dior safety pin for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Dior Safety Pin?

Prices for a dior safety pin can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $395 and can go as high as $26,834, while this accessory, on average, fetches $698.

Christian Dior for sale on 1stDibs

When Christian Dior launched his couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.

Dior was born in Granville, on the Normandy coast, in 1905. His prosperous haute bourgeois parents wanted him to become a diplomat despite his interest in art and architecture. However, they agreed to bankroll an art gallery, which Dior opened in 1928 in Paris with a friend.

This was the start of Dior’s rise in the city’s creative milieu, where he befriended Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. After seven years as an art dealer, Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.

Just two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning, comme tout Paris, for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. They needed to dream anew.

And Dior delivered: He designed a collection for a bright, optimistic future. “It’s quite a revolution, dear Christian!” exclaimed Carmel Snow, the prescient American editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, famously proclaiming, “Your dresses have such a new look.” The press ran with the description, christening Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection the New Look. “God help those who bought before they saw Dior,” said Snow. “This changes everything.”

Dior’s collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in. His skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Rather than rationing, his ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred. The debut got a standing ovation.

In the subsequent decade, Paris ruled as the undisputed fashion capital of the world, and Christian Dior reigned as its king. With the luxuriously full skirts of his New Look, suits and his drop-dead gorgeous couture dresses and ball gowns worthy of any princess, Dior gave women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of war.

On 1stDibs, find an exquisite range of vintage Christian Dior clothing, jewelry, handbags and other items.