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Early 20th Century 14-Karat Indonesian Gold and Coral Kerosang Kebaya Pin
Located in Haarlem, NL
antique costume jewellery pin was probably made for and worn by a Dutch lady living in Indonesia, around
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Coral, Gold
H 1.58 in W 9.45 in D 0.52 in
Jugendstil Silver Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Jugendstil Brooch in silver; hand hammered center, embossed floras and ovals border; marked: 800; approx. diameter size: 2”; Jugendstil - An art movement embracing life! An...
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold
This gorgeous Edwardian circa 1890
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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch Pin 18k Gold & Platinum
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch Pin 18K Gold Platinum Edwardian
This gorgeous Edwardian circa
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sterling Silver French Paste Starburst Pin Brooch Victorian Jewelry
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
A stunning example of Victorian elegance, this sterling silver pin brooch features a dazzling
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Sterling Silver
Diamond Art Nouveau Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Art Nouveau Diamond White Gold Brooch. Beautifully Hand crafted with migraine details in 18K White Gold. Hand set with 109 Diamonds weighing approx....
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed High Quality Antique Diamond Gold and Silver Brooch. Beautifully Hand crafted rectangular open floral design Silver top and Gold base. Hand set with...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18k Art Nouveau brooch - Late Victorian jewelry - Floral Napoleon III pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
closure and a long pin typical of late nineteenth century, since clothing was fabricated in thicker
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 0.99 in D 0.54 in L 1.34 in
18k French Art Nouveau brooch - Victorian jewelry - clover pin - Antique luck
Located in Antwerp, BE
gold jewelry between 1838 and 1919. Meaning that this ring is dating back to the French Napoleon III
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
H 0.89 in W 0.91 in D 0.36 in L 1.05 in
18k Art Nouveau brooch - Late Victorian jewelry - Floral Napoleon III pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
pictures. This antique brooch is equipped with a C closure and a longer pin, typical of late nineteenth
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.05 in D 0.54 in L 1.21 in
Antique Griffin Holding a Diamond Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Hand crafted Victorian French Vintage Brooch Pin featuring a Griffin holding an
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Gold Silver Turquoise Diamond Pearl Bow Brooch Pin Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
distinct personality, making it a lovely and bright example of Victorian era jewelry.
This antique pin is
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Pearl & Glass Alice Caviness Jewelry Set Earrings Bracelet & Pin
By Alice Caviness
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Alice Caviness Jewelry Set. This set includes a bracelet, earrings, and a pin pendant, all showcasing
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl
Antique Victorian Diamond 15K Gold Locket Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Antique Victorian Diamond 15K Gold Locket Brooch. Center set with a 0.12ct Diamond. Hand crafted in 15 Karat Yellow Gold. Approx. 1.75” L x 1.43” W....
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Carved Bog Oak Pin Brooch, Mourning Jewelry in Black, Brass-Tone
Located in Milford, DE
A Victorian pin brooch featuring a carved, wooden, bog-oak set on a brass-tone pin. Victorian
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
H 1.63 in W 2.38 in Dm 3 in
Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate Garter Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking & Beautiful quality large Antique Victorian sterling silver Scottish agate garter brooch; The agates have a highly polished mirror finish and all are separated with finely e...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
18k French Art Nouveau brooch - Late Victorian jewelry - Floral Napoleon III pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
good condition considering its age. This antique brooch is equipped with a C closure and a long pin
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.07 in D 0.4 in L 0.97 in
18k solid gold Art Nouveau brooch - Late Victorian jewelry - Floral bamboo pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
with pin : 3,35 cm
Thickness : 1 cm
Condition : Very Good - Vintage
Material : 18K yellow gold
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.32 in D 0.4 in L 1.23 in
Antique Victorian Shell and Leaf Motif Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully hand crafted Victorian Pin featuring shell and leaves of textured designs, center set
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Garnet, 9k Gold, Gold
Antique Mother and Cherub Carved Cameo Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
added cover over the end of the pin. Measuring approx. 2” in diameter. Circa 1900. More Beautiful in
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 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 with
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Late 19th Century Artisan Antique Jewelry Pins
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
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Late 19th Century Artisan Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Amber, Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Dancing Angel Cherubs Silver and Gold Diamond Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Antique Victorian Gold and Silver Brooch. Hand carved Crystal center, depicting Angel Cherubs Dancing around a Wreath and Ribbon. Silver surround Hand set with 20 o...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Grape Sterling Silver Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
By Georg Jensen
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant & Stylish Iconic Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Brooch featuring his Grape Vine design, Antique; crafted in Sterling Silver; fully hallmarked to the reverse with Georg Jensen dott...
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Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Hand Carved Portrait Shell Cameo Gold Pin Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Cameo Pin depicting a Beautiful Young Woman posing a striking a Romantic pose. The Hand
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Lucky Scarab Diamond 18 Karat Gold Beetle Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
measures approx. 2.25" x 1.25” wide and weighs approx. 26.96gm. This pin is in excellent vintage condition
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Jadeite Jade Hand 24 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Hand carved Chinese Jadeite Jade Hand and hand crafted 24 Karat yellow Gold Brooch. Approx. 3.55” Long. Super cool vintage piece, ready to wear from...
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Early 20th Century Artisan Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Jade, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Sardonyx Cameo Brooch Pin Pendant Hand Carved Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Greer, SC
crafted jewelry. This convertible piece can be worn either as a brooch or as a pendant and is unmarked to
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.2 in D 0.45 in L 2.1 in
Diamond Pin
Located in Geneva, CH
Platinum and 14K yellow gold pin holding two old-cut and 8/8-cut diamonds respectively in a closed
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1910s Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Chanel CC Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Pin in silver-plated metal and navy blue enamel. Jewelry from staff sales.
Additional
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Talon Sapphire Pin
Located in London, GB
This is a rare and high quality 18ct yellow gold talon stick pin. The pin dates back to the early
Category
Early 1900s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 18 karat Yellow Gold [Tested]
Weight: 3.6 grams
Condition: Very Good
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Pin Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Antique Diamond Pin Brooch in Platinum and Yellow Gold.
Circa 1900.
Security in metal.
Height
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Early 1900s European Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Music Note Gold Pin
Located in New York, NY
Graceful figural "musical note" pin. Sparkling diamonds set in an antique 9K yellow gold setting
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Early 1900s British Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Mirror Pin Featuring rubies
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous figural mirror pin: beautifully hand-crafted with a central reflective mirror surrounded
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1910s American Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Amethyst Pin
Located in New York, NY
Silver top gold back diamond and oval amethyst pin, amethyst meausres 21 mm x 24.8 mm weight approx
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19th Century Unknown Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond
18k Yellow gold stick pin - Family brooch - detailed Ivy cravat pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning Victorian leaf pin. This lovely antique 18k gold pin is very detailed and
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1890s French Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise Bar Pin
Located in New York, NY
Victorian bar pin with calibre set turquoise in 14k gold. Nice Etruscan work decoration. 1880's USA
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1880s American Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Victorian Scottish Malachite Serpent Pins
Located in Stamford, CT
setting of these cloak pins. Malachite has natural back stripes in the stone. When gold cased jewelry is
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1860s British Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Malachite, 15k Gold
Antique Pin Brooch Pearl, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
jewelry collection and to be worn for special occasions. This fine pin demands a special outfit and a
Category
Early 1900s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl
Two Antique German Art Nouveau Jewelry Memory Pin Brooch Ormolu, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
1900. Each brooch pin has a picture inside.
A very pretty piece of antique jewellery which would make
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Ormolu
18k Yellow gold stick pin - Griffin brooch - Antique French Dragon cravat pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning 18 carat gold Victorian dragon pin. This dragon / Eagle / Griffin is very
Category
1890s French Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signet Pin Brooch Gold, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A collection of beautiful 3 signet stamps joined together on a Gold pin brooch.
18K & 14K Yellow
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Late 19th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold
Victorian Floral Micro Mosaic Pin
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian 14K yellow gold Venetian glass floral designed micro mosaic pin Brooch
Approximate
Category
1910s Italian Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Art Deco Old European Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch Pin
Located in Baltimore, MD
Platinum Art Deco Old European Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch Pin
Metal: Platinum & 14k gold
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Fox Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Length: 2.13 inches
Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.6 grams
Center Info: Glass with Fox
Finger to Top of Stone Measurement: 2.54mm
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade Art Nouveau Stick Pin
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Jade Art Nouveau Stick Pin circa 1900 USA. Made in the jewelry hub of Newark NY with 14K
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Antique Natural Pearl Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
Here we have sleek stick pin featuring a single white pearl set on a slender platinum stem. The
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Early 1900s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Platinum
Double Heart Diamond & Platinum Pin
Located in New York, NY
Bright and beautiful intertwined double heart pin. Set in platinum. Encrusted with brilliant
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stylish antique from the end of the 19th century, this Victorian pin features 3 round old cut
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Late 19th Century British Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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1910s American Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
14k Gold
Edwardian 14kt/Platinum+Diamond Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An elegant pin from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in platinum, this beautifully milgrained
Category
1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Trident Pin 1.30ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
A unique pin from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt rosy gold, this eye-catching piece
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
California Gold Quartz Bar Pin
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rare California Gold Quartz Bar Pin/Brooch. Fourteen carat Rose Gold Handmade American Pin
Category
1870s American Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Diamond Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose-tone Diamond Pin. Simple and delicate yet sophisticated brooch/pin
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Caged Tiger Sash Pin
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Victorian Caged Tiger Sash Pin from the late 1800's. Textured antique brass frame with
Category
1890s American Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond Pin in White Gold and Diamonds
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond
Edwardian Saphiret Glass Sash Pin
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian silver plate repousse sash pin with focal saphiret glass cabocheon. Of flori form design
Category
1890s American Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Antique Art Nouveau Devil's Mask 14K Gold & Pearl Stick Pin or Lapel Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Nouveau stick pin.
In 14k gold.
In the form of a devil's mask.
Set with small
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
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Antique Jewelry Pins For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of antique jewelry pins for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of antique jewelry pins bearing Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Krementz & Co each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 959, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, old mine cut and rose cut antique jewelry pins for sale. When shopping our range of antique jewelry pins, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Antique Jewelry Pins?
On average, antique jewelry pins at 1stDibs sell for $1,950, while they’re typically $65 on the low end and $180,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Brooches for You
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.
Questions About Antique Jewelry Pins
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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