Vintage Christian Lacroix Figural Grey Heart Symbolic Pendant Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an iconic pictographic brutalist style heart pendant brooch by Christian Lacroix. The piece
Crystal, Base Metal
Crystal Rhinestone Figural Bow Brooch By Nolan Miller, 1980s
By Nolan Miller
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2.5" x 2" - Gold plated - Crystal rhinestones - By Nolan Miller (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Figural Grapes Brooch With Pearls By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 1.75" x 1.5" - Gold plated - Faux pearls - By Crown Trifari (signed on verso) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Antique Cameo Brooch Victorian 18k Gold Figural Maenad, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
cameo features an intricate and elegant hand-engraved figural head of a Maenad/Bacchante (female
18k Gold
Walter Schluep Figural Angel Sterling Silver Gold Statement Brooch Pin
By Walter Schluep
Located in Montreal, QC
One-of-a-Kind signed Walter Schluep Figural Angel Pin #A512; 18k and Sterling Silver; approx. size
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Mixed Metal Figural Frog Brooch With Crystals By Panetta, 1970s
By Panetta
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 1.5" x 1.4" - Gold and silver plated - Crystal rhinestone details - Green glass cabochon eyes - By Panetta (signed on verso) - Circa 1970s - Estate acquired ...
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
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Figural Radiating Sun Beam Brooch Designed by Barol Paris c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
French Figural radiating sun beam brooch designed by Barol Paris The chic designer brooch depicts a
Gilt Metal
Vintage Gilt & Crystal Pavé Figural Bow Brooch by Joan Rivers, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 2.25" wide - Gold plated - Crystal rhinestone accents - By Joan Rivers (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Exceptional 14K Yellow Gold Brooch with Coral Lady Figure Surrounded by Diamonds
Located in Media, PA
This is a very lovely, possibly Italian coral brooch with 14 K yellow gold surrounded with
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Whimsical Yellow Gold and Gem Set Figural Unicycle Clown Clip Brooch, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s 18K Yellow Gold Clown on a unicycle Brooch, measuring 2 inch in length 1 1/8 inch wide
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s Judith Jack Gold Vermeil Figural Cat Brooch w Sterling Marcasite Collar
By Judith Jack
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2" x 1" - Heavy satin gold vermeil (gold plating over sterling silver) - Sterling silver collar with faceted Marcasite accents - By Judith Jack (signed on verso)...
Marcasite, Vermeil
Roaring Lion Brooch Large Vintage Figural Shoulder Pin 4 inch Gold Silver Metal
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This roaring lion brooch or shoulder pin measures 4.2 in long and features striking emerald green
Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer V rare figural quiver of arrows brooch, 1950s
By Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very ubusual and beautiful brooch made in the early 1950s by Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior
Silver Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal
Sold|$750
Ruby Yellow Gold Angelfish Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Ruby and gold figural angelfish brooch circa 1960. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ912G. Scroll down for
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Walter Schluep Figural Sterling Gold Bird Pin
By Walter Schluep
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Walter Schluep Figural Bird Pin; 18k and Sterling Silver; eye set with Green Tourmaline
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Company Camel brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Figural Camel Brooch set with Diamonds, Ruby, Pearl and further decorated in Green Guilloche Enamel
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sold|$2,600
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Swan Brooch
Located in Webster, NY
This 14K white gold figural white swan brooch is embellished with an approximately 1” x .75” Mother
Marie Antoinette Diamond Ruby Gold Platinum Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1940, 18K yellow Gold and Platinum Figural Marie Antoinette Clip brooch, Very detailed and
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold
Enamel Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Ladybug Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Enamel diamond and sapphire ladybug figural gold brooch circa 1960. We are here to connect you
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
'Eclipse' bronze brooch, Line Vautrin, late 1940s, France.
By Line Vautrin
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful figural clip/brooch from Line Vautrin, cleverly and amusingly depicting am eclipse of
Bronze
14K Gold David Webb Design Diamonds Frog Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A 14K Gold figural jewelry brooch made in the manner of David Webb design. The brooch is made in a
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Frascarolo Diamond Emerald Enamel Gold Tiger Clip Brooch
By Frascarolo
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Frascarolo diamond emerald enamel and yellow gold figural tiger clip/brooch. * SPECIFICATIONS
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique English Diamond Stork Brooch with Natural Baroque Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Delightful figural silver brooch in form of stork with natural Baroque pearl body and approximately
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver
Victorian Old-cut Diamonds My Love Unisex Brooch, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
perfectly both for Ladies and Gents. A large figural Victorian gold silver buckle brooch with a monogram
Diamond
1970’s Vintage Lanvin Gold Tone Fish Pin Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautifully crafted gold tone figural fish pin brooch designed by Lanvin in 1970’s. This
Gold Plate
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Guardian Angel Cameo Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Guardian Angel Cameo Brooch/Pin- This stunning cameo brooch features
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mother of Pearl Gold Butterfly Clip Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
VCA iconic figural butterfly clip brooch with mother of pearl & diamonds, set in 18k yellow gold
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Elephant Mother & Child Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, collectible figural pieces. The brooch measures approximately 2 1/4 inches in length and 1/2 inch in width at
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Huge Massive Glittering Crystal Turkey Brooch Designed by Lilien c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
showstopping figural turkey brooch in encrusted with a collection of glittering prong set crystals in autumn
Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal
Coro Art Deco Blue Moonstone Cabochon & Pave' Rhinestone Brooch, Circa 1941
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
around 1941 when Coro made a series of Art Deco figural and spray brooches designed by head designer Gene
Moonstone, Rhodium
Sold|$275
1970s Trifari Lion Pin with Crown
By Trifari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vintage Crown Trifari Sitting Crowned King of the Jungle Lion Pin Brooch Figural Size: 2 1/4" x 1
Retro 14k White Gold Figural Lion Brooch Pin Pendant, circa 1940s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
14K WHITE GOLD FIGURAL LION BROOCH PIN Marked "(c) UC 14K" to the underside; 23.1 grams Item
Gold
Art Nouveau French Pink and Black Bakelita Brooch
Located in Valladolid, ES
Awesome female figure French Art Deco brooch in pink and black bakelita, circa 1930, the box is not
Bakelite
Continental Antique Carved White Marble Sculpture, "Bust of Diana", 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
arms, hung by a strap affixed under an anthemion brooch. The entire figure is raised over a separate
Marble
Exotic Glass Beaded Asian Theme Figural Brooch c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic glass beaded Asian theme figural brooch c 1980s The unique art deco style brooch is designed
Base Metal, Enamel
Trifari Gilded Leopard Figural Brooch with Enamel Details, circa 1980s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
Gorgeous gold-plated leopard figural brooch with black enamel spots by Trifari, circa 1980s
Vintage Yellow Gold Horse Foal Wearing Bridle 20 Century 1.8 Inch Figural Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage 20th Century Figural Brooch! 14 karat yellow gold horse brooch, full-body
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Delightful Giraffe Sterling Silver Figural Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Outstanding high styled Giraffe with His Neck in a Knot Brooch Pin, crafted in Sterling Silver; set
Emerald, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Gilded Leopard Figural Brooch By Gerry's, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2.4" x .75" - Gold plated - By Gerry's (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Vintage Hattie Carnegie Piranha Fish Figural Brooch 1960s
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Wilmslow, GB
delightful Hattie Carnegie Fish brooch is also featured in Kathy Flood's Costume Jewelry Figurals book
Gold Plate
Vintage BEAU STERLING silver poodle dog figural brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed BEAU STERLING • sterling silver • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Adorably Animated C.1950 Bakelite Articulated Figural Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This little guy is loaded with fun loving personality! The two part brooch consists of a disc
Crown Trifari 1940s Fruit Salad Wheelbarrow Figural Brooch
Located in Wilmslow, GB
of the rhinestones and this is further exaggerated by the digitized image. The brooch is in overall
Crystal
Gilded Spotted Panther Figural Brooch By Florenza, 1970s
By Florenza
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 2.25" x 2.25" - Gold plated - Clear crystal accents - Green crystal eye details - By Florenza (signed on vers...
Oversized Gold Flower Figural Brooch By Coro, 1960s
By Corocraft
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 3.25" x 2.75" - Gold plated - By Corocraft (signed on verso) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Good vintage condition with light wear commensurate with age and...
Guardian Angel Figural Brooch By Kirks Folly, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2.75" x 1.75" - Gold plated - Depicts a flying angel wearing a crown and holding a baby - Pearlescent enameling - Shimmery pink glitter wings - Star charms dan...
Gilded Poodle Dog Figural Brooch by Monet, 1960s
By Monet
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 1.75" x 1.5" - Gold plated - Red crystal eyes - By Monet (signed on verso) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Large Crystal Encrusted Koi Fish Figural Brooch, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 3.5" x 2.5" - Gold plated - Clear crystal rhinestones - Green crystal eyes - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Gold Butterfly Figural Brooch With Onyx Cabochon, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 1.75" x 1.5" - Gold plated - Black onyx cabochon - Circa 1970s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Gold Butterfly Figural Brooch By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2" x 1.5" - Gold plated - By Crown Trifari (signed on verso) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Iconic Nettie Rosenstein Sterling Octopus Figural Brooch Ca.1940
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Studio City, CA
Nettie Rosenstein rose gold-plated over sterling base metal octopus pin, circa 1940. This beautiful aquatic creature has a simulated opaline cabochon head and emerald green rhineston...
Signed Hattie Carnegie Enamel CZ Giraffe Figural Brooch Pin
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Montreal, QC
With her rhinestones flashing in the sun, this delightful giraffe is running for her life! Or so it would appear by her mad-cap running style. All 4 legs in motion, tail and head are...
Gold Plate
Gilded Koi Fish Figural Brooch With Pearl Accents, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 3.5" x 2.5" - Gold plated - Crystal rhinestones - Pearlescent enameling - Faux pearls - Circa 1970s - Estat...
Vintage Gilded Frog Figural Brooch by Erwin Pearl, 1990s
By Erwin Pearl
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 2.25" x 2" - Gold plated - By Erwin Pearl (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Vintage Gilt & Crystal Pavé Lion Head Figural Brooch, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 1.8" x 1.5" - Gold plated - Clear crystal rhinestones with green rhinestone accents for eyes - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - This item has been cleaned & po...
Gilt & Crystal Pavé Unicorn Figural Brooch By Trifari, 1980s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - 4" x 2" - Gold plated - Covered in clear and aurora borealis (AB) iridescent crystal rhinestones - By Trifari...
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.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.