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Sterling Silver Taxco Mexico Mayan Face Figural Brooch pin
By Taxco
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Los Ballesteros 925 Sterling Silver Taxco Mexico Mayan Face Figural Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Folk Art Sterling Silver

Materials

Stone, Sterling Silver

Whimsical Lamb Sheep Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Yellow Gold Figural Brooch Pin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This adorable little guy has sapphire eyes, ruby tongue, and a diamond tag on his collar. He has a a lovely 3D coat made of 18k yellow gold.
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Horner Figural Sterling Silver Brooch Pin England
By Charles Horner
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare fully hallmarked Charles Horner delightful Brooch, depicting a Musical Sultan set with faux
Category

Vintage 1940s British Retro Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Signed Gerry's Figural Crouching Leopard Brooch Pin Exotic Cat
Located in Sausalito, CA
Vintage signed Gerry's figural crouching leopard brooch. Size: 2-1/4" x 5/8" Weight: 15.2
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Carved Chinese Jade, 14 Karat Gold, & Pearl Figural Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine old or antique Chinese butterfly brooch or pin. In 14k yellow gold. Set with carved
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Glass Ruby Cultured Pearl Figural Brooch - 18k Cameo .14ctw Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carats: .14ctw Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Trombone Clasp Theme: Figural Measurements
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gemstone Amber Gold Figural Mask Pirate Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Finely detailed Antique Natural Amber Gemstone Figural Mask Pin, featuring a Pirate
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Artisan Brooches

Materials

Amber, Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gemstone Amber Gold Figural Mask Pirate Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Finely detailed Antique Natural Amber Gemstone Figural Mask Pin featuring a Pirate with
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Antique Late 19th Century Artisan Brooches

Materials

Amber, Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Swarovski Retro Tassel Pin Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
A stunning Retro stylized figural Tassel pin set with clear round Swarovski Crystals; approx
Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Brooches

Diamond Ruby Snake Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Very compelling figural "serpent" brooch. Solid gauge 14K yellow gold and white gold. The head and
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

 Diamond Ruby Snake Pin Brooch
 Diamond Ruby Snake Pin Brooch
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W 1.33 in L 1.66 in
Art Deco Style Boy Child and Goose Figural Diamond White Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Whimsical 18k white gold brooch featuring a Dutch boy playing with a goose.
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pair of Gold Tone Googly Moving Eyes Figural Puppy Dog Brooch Pins W/ Red Mouth
Located in Sausalito, CA
These adorable pair of vintage brooches feature moving eyeballs and a red mouth. Size: 7/8" tall
Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Cilea Paris Resin Pin Brooch Purple Berries
By Ciléa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning dimensional floral pin brooch designed by Cilea Paris. This elegant hand-made artisanal
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Brooches

Cilea Paris Resin Pin Brooch Purple Berries
Cilea Paris Resin Pin Brooch Purple Berries
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W 2.09 in L 2.6 in
Jadeite, Enamel and Diamond Figural Jabot Pin
Located in New York, NY
Chinoiserie motif, the top finial with a carved jadeite plaque depicting Confucius and the lower decorated with a leaf and fruit motif, accented by black enamel and tiny rose-cut dia...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum, 18k Gold, Enamel

18K Gold And Platinum Diamond Dog Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An 18K yellow gold pin brooch with a platinum dog figure garnished with diamonds. The eye of the
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Vintage Carved Mother Of Pearl Buddha Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage carved mother-of-pearl figural brooch representing Laughing Buddha, also known as Fat
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl

Garavelli 18K Gold Ruby Coral Pearl Pin Brooch
By Garavelli
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18K yellow gold figural pin brooch by Garavelli, an Italian jewelry brand established in
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Coral, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Figural Girl with Diamond Bonnet Enameled Stick Pin
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A beautifully hand painted enamel figural stick pin. Depicting a
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carat yellow gold and platinum set pin brooch; part of our diverse antique Victorian brooch collections
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
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H 0.37 in W 0.62 in L 0.77 in
Ella Gafter Art Déco style Diamond Swan Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This swan pin is set with 9.82 carats of top quality diamonds (color, clarity and cut, F-G/VVS) set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Coral, Crystal, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Whimsical Figural Hang Man Crystal Brooch circa 1960
Located in University City, MO
Whimsical figural hang man crystal brooch c 1960 The unique figural brooch is designed with an
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Artisan Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ronald H. Pearson Modernist Forged Gold Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
finish and the other has a high polish. The brooch is secured with a pin back. Ronald Pearson is an
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold

Ronald H. Pearson Modernist Forged Gold Brooch or Pin
Ronald H. Pearson Modernist Forged Gold Brooch or Pin
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H 2.33 in W 0.87 in D 0.4 in
Vintage Edouard Rambaud Gold Tone Amphora Brooch Pin, 1970s
By Edouard Rambaud
Located in New York, NY
Vintage gold-tone figural amphora brooch by by Edouard Rambaud. Signed. Period: 1970s Condition
Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Brooches

Renaissance Revival Style Figural Gold Neptune or Merman Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An amazing Merman gold stick pin! Reminiscent of the fantastic mythological creatures depicted in
Category

20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Gold

Signed Damiani 18k Gold & Diamond Crab Shaped Brooch or Pin
By Damiani
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed 18K gold & diamond figural brooch or pin. By Damiani, the renowned Italian jewelers
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Signed Damiani 18k Gold & Diamond Crab Shaped Brooch or Pin
Signed Damiani 18k Gold & Diamond Crab Shaped Brooch or Pin
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H 0.87 in W 0.87 in D 0.48 in
Vintage Art Deco Platinum 13.85cts Diamond Crossover Bouquet Elegant Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
A burst of sparkle and elegance make this brooch unique and the perfect compliment for any tennis
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Coral 18K Gold Chinese Monk Shou Lao Large Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This unique hand made Vintage 1950s brooch captures the essence of Chinese mythology with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Signed Mid-Century 14K Gold & Ruby Boxer Dog Pin or Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Mid-Century brooch or pin. In 14k gold. In the form of a boxer dog standing erect
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Signed Mid-Century 14K Gold & Ruby Boxer Dog Pin or Brooch
Signed Mid-Century 14K Gold & Ruby Boxer Dog Pin or Brooch
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H 1.07 in W 1.07 in D 1.07 in
Signed Jackie Collins Gold Rhinestone Leaping Panther Exotic Cat Brooch Pin
Located in Sausalito, CA
Vintage signed Jackie Collins figural leaping panther brooch with green rhinestone eyes and a clear
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Retro Figural Brooch Featuring Cat, Dachshund Dog, Birdhouse and Whimsy
Located in Southbury, CT
It's not a just a brooch; it's a story; a narrative. An emerald-eyed cat and a diamond-encrusted
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold

Solid 3D Full Figure Standing Pug Dog 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This adorable brooch is crafted from 18k yellow gold featuring a full figure standing pug dog with
Category

Late 20th Century European Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bennie Ration Native American Kachina Sterling Silver Figural Pendant Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
pendant pin is properly hallmarked with the artists trademark as well as B.R. & Sterling. Bennie Ration
Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Signed Sloan & Co 14K Gold Figural Bulldog Hat Pin with Ruby Eyes
By Sloan & Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique 14k gold & ruby hatpin. By Sloan & Co. With a figural bulldog top set tiny ruby
Category

20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Shell White and Cinnamon Cameo in Silver Bezel, Brooch Pin and Pendant
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisite cameo pin/brooch/pendant accessory. Features a two-tone cameo with a Victorian female
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ludwig Muller La Commedia dell'arte Brooch 18k Gold Pearl Diamond Ruby Pin
Located in McLeansville, NC
This entertaining brooch is a figural piece representing a character of the early theater troupe La
Category

2010s Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Mellerio Retro Gold and Multi-Gemstone Brooch of Figure with Flower Cart
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical Retro gold and multi-gemstone clip brooch in the form of a figure pushing a flower cart
Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18k Yellow Gold Large "X" Pin Brooch
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
and their largest figure "X" design by the very famous Paloma Picasso. The pin is stamped with the
Category

Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Diamond Vintage En Habille Brooch/Pendant 10k Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Shell Cameo Natural Diamond (one small accent) Cut: Single Style: Brooch/Pendant Fastening Type
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Music Note Gold Pin
Located in New York, NY
Graceful figural "musical note" pin. Sparkling diamonds set in an antique 9K yellow gold setting
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold

Music Note Gold Pin
Music Note Gold Pin
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W 0.5 in L 1.25 in
Mirror Pin Featuring rubies
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous figural mirror pin: beautifully hand-crafted with a central reflective mirror surrounded
Category

Vintage 1910s American Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mirror Pin Featuring rubies
Mirror Pin Featuring rubies
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W 0.88 in L 1.75 in
Tiffany & Co Horseshoe Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Large figural "horseshoe" pin. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. Solid gauge 14K yellow gold. 1 3
Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co Horseshoe Pin
Tiffany & Co Horseshoe Pin
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W 1.75 in L 2.25 in
Cartier Love Knot Safety Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Large figural "safety pin" brooch. Made and signed by CARTIER. 14K yellow gold with a center
Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Knot Safety Pin
Cartier Love Knot Safety Pin
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L 4 in
Bunny with a Carrot pin
Located in New York, NY
Most appealing figural "rabbit" pin: a seated bunny eating a coral carrot. 18K yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Coral, Ruby, 18k Gold

Bunny with a Carrot pin
Bunny with a Carrot pin
W 0.75 in L 1.66 in
Tiffany & Co. Gold Heart Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic retro heart pin. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. Comprised of eight interlocking figural
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Gold Heart Pin
Tiffany & Co. Gold Heart Pin
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Dm 1.75 in
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Star Pins
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of figural "star" pins. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. Heavy gauge sterling silver. 1 1/4
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Star Pins
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Star Pins
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W 1.25 in L 1.25 in
French Horn Gold Tie Pin
Located in New York, NY
French Horn tie pin. 14K yellow gold. 1"x 3/4." A fun figural for the horn aficionado. Alice
Category

Vintage 1910s American Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

French Horn Gold Tie Pin
French Horn Gold Tie Pin
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W 1 in L 0.75 in
Happy Leaping Dolphin Gold Pin
Located in New York, NY
Figural dolphin pin. 14K textured yellow gold with a faceted ruby eye. 1 3/4" x 3/4." A happy
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Happy Leaping Dolphin Gold Pin
Happy Leaping Dolphin Gold Pin
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W 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Gold and Ruby Fox Pin
Located in New York, NY
A three-dimensional figural "fox head" brooch, with bright faceted ruby eyes. Set inside a hunting
Category

Vintage 1930s American Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Gold and Ruby Fox Pin
Gold and Ruby Fox Pin
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W 2 in L 1.5 in
Adorable Gold Monkey Lapel Pin
Located in New York, NY
Charming figural monkey pin. Full of personality. Finely textured 18K yellow gold with bright
Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Adorable Gold Monkey Lapel Pin
Adorable Gold Monkey Lapel Pin
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W 0.5 in L 1 in
Heart Shaped Diamond Gold Pin
Located in New York, NY
Figural "heart" pin. A bright, unique take on a traditional heart. Set with over 2.50 cts. of
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Vintage 1930s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Heart Shaped Diamond Gold Pin
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W 1.25 in L 1.25 in
Retro Gold Heart Pin/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Chic and shining figural "Heart" pin. Deep engraved radiating line pattern, with an applied three
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Retro Gold Heart Pin/Pendant
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W 1.5 in L 1.5 in
Gold and Horse Crystal Safety Pin
Located in New York, NY
Figural "safety pin" bar pin. With an applied center reserve, an Essex crystal with a horse head
Category

Vintage 1930s American Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

White Gold and Diamond Bow Pin
Located in New York, NY
Bright and beautiful figural "bow" pin. 18K white gold, set with sparkling brilliant diamonds. 1
Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold and Diamond Bow Pin
White Gold and Diamond Bow Pin
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W 1.88 in L 1.25 in
Gold Gemset Golf Club Bag Pin
Located in New York, NY
Figural "golf club bag with clubs" pin. 14K textured and shiny gold. Set with two sapphires, a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Gold Gemset Golf Club Bag Pin
Gold Gemset Golf Club Bag Pin
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W 0.5 in L 1.5 in
Retro Tiffany & Co. Gold Bow Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic retro figural "bow" pin. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. In a fine-line pleated pattern
Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Retro Tiffany & Co. Gold Bow Pin
Retro Tiffany & Co. Gold Bow Pin
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W 2.5 in L 1.5 in
Adorable Sapphire Diamond Gold Frog Pin
Located in New York, NY
Bright and beautiful figural frog pin. 18K yellow gold with diamond eyes. The whole body is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Adorable Sapphire Diamond Gold Frog Pin
Adorable Sapphire Diamond Gold Frog Pin
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W 1 in L 1 in
Bailey Banks & Biddle Gold Flag Pin
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful figural "American Flag" pin. Made and signed by BAILEY BANKS & BIDDLE. Red
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Vintage 1930s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Bailey Banks & Biddle Gold Flag Pin
Bailey Banks & Biddle Gold Flag Pin
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W 0.75 in L 1 in
Antique Pink Cameo Brooch
Located in Jacksonville, FL
A lovely antique cameo pin. Beautifully carved figure of a lady on semi precious stone. The metal
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

 Antique Pink Cameo Brooch
 Antique Pink Cameo Brooch
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H 1.24 in W 0.96 in D 0.28 in
Antique Gold and Diamond Musical Clef Pin
Located in New York, NY
Graceful figural musical "clef" pin.Encrusted with diamonds. Antique. 9ct. yellow gold. 1 1/3" x
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Vintage 1910s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Gold and Diamond Musical Clef Pin
Antique Gold and Diamond Musical Clef Pin
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W 0.5 in L 1.33 in
Antique Gold and Enamel Fish Stick Pin
Located in New York, NY
Outstanding stick pin: a figural "fish." 14K yellow gold and multi-color enamel. 3/4" long
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Vintage 1910s American Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

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Figural Brooch Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the figural brooch pin you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 720 vintage or 21 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect figural brooch pin among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic figural brooch pin over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Ciléa are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any figural brooch pin from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 134 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and rose cut alternatives. When shopping for a figural brooch pin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Figural Brooch Pin?

Prices for a figural brooch pin can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $112,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,600.

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.

Questions About Figural Brooch Pin
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.