Mid 19th Century Foiled Amythest Etruscan Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Striking Mid 19th Century Foiled Amythest Etruscan Brooch circa 1860's. Elaborate Etruscan gold
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Georges Rech Paris Lucite Brooch with Gold Foil Inclusions
By Georges Rech
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant French fashion designer, Georges Rech Paris, brooch features an organic, free-form
Gilt Metal
Victorian Paste Cabochon Foil and 15K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold. The antique gold brooch displays a bezel set paste cabochon foil* in relief within an oval
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,490
H 0.77 in W 1.48 in L 1.5 in
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Foil Backed Amethyst and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique piece serves as both a brooch and a pendant, featuring a rich amethyst
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,103
W 1.44 in D 0.73 in L 2.94 in
18ct yellow gold Victorian brooch - Large and heavy foiled back diamond heirloom
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning Victorian brooch. This royal diamond brooch was most likely made in
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,250
W 0.4 in D 0.32 in L 2.45 in
Antique 17th / 18th Century English Foiled Stuart Crystal Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
foil, and a gold wire cypher. The pin is likely adapted from an early 17th or 18th Century button
Crystal, Gold Plate
Large Victorian Agate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large and attractive Victorian Agate Brooch with central foil backed citrine paste. Coiled ornate
Agate, Gold-filled
Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch with foiled chrysolites from the late 18th Century. Handmade
Quartz, Silver
Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Georgian Paste Corsage Brooch with foiled chrysolites from the late 18th Century. Handmade
Quartz, Silver
Line Vautrin School Raspebrry Red Talosel Resin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
foil background. The brooch has a security closing clasp at the back. There is no visible designer's
Line Vautrin School Golden Honey Talosel Resin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
foil background. The brooch has a security closing clasp at the back. There is no visible designer's
Line Vautrin School Amber Honey Talosel Resin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
foil background. The brooch has a security closing clasp at the back. There is no visible designer's
Rare Oversized Chanel Jewelled Crest*
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rare Byzantine Crest Brooch of rectangular and square cut gem colored and crystal foiled stones
$1,500
H 3.54 in W 3.54 in D 1 in
LOVE Brooch, Limited Edition of 30 for Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Estate approved
By Robert Indiana
Located in New York, NY
. Presented in a black gift box with silver foil detail, this brooch makes a stylish gift for the art lover in
Silver
Maltese Cross Brooch with Brightly Foiled White Crystal, English circa 1820.
Located in London, GB
Late George lll antique brooch of fine quality in the form of a Maltese Cross and in excellent
Other, Crystal, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
1950s SCHREINER Heraldic Style Open Work Foil back Rhinestone Brooch Pin
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This 1950s SCHREINER Heraldic Style Open Work Foil Back Rhinestone Brooch Pin is UNSIGNED, but its
Unavailable
H 1.58 in Dm 4.22 in L 3.35 in
1912 René Lalique, Brooch Biches Three Parts Clear Glass on Green Foil, Deers
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Brooch "Biches" made in clear glass on green foil created by René Lalique in 1912. Made in three
Unavailable
W 1.97 in D 0.79 in L 1.97 in
Antique Victorian Scotch Pebble & Silver Brooch Dated Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian Scotch Pebble & Silver Brooch Dated Circa 1880 The scotch pebble plaques are
Agate, Citrine, Silver
Unavailable
Dm 1.38 in
Georgian Cluster Brooch of Green & White Paste Set in Silver, English circa 1825
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian brightly foiled antique brooch with green and white paste mounted in silver. The
Silver
Georgian Foiled Back Red Paste Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Georgian silver and red paste pendant/brooch. C.1790-1800. Its rich and bright red color
Silver
Rene Lalique Deux Figurines Dos a Dos Brooch C1913
By René Lalique
Located in Devon, GB
Rene Lalique Deux Figurines Dos a Dos Brooch. Green foil backed glass highlighted with green
Glass
Antique Gold and Foiled Crystal Bug Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our friendly 18K and foiled crystal bug pin will crawl his way into your heart. This unusually
18k Gold
Antique Pink Foiled Cabochon Brooch and Earrings Suite in Antique Box
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Pink Foiled Cabochon Brooch and Earrings Suite in Antique Box The most beautiful
Gilt Metal
Late Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Silver 14k Rose Gold Foil Back Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Silver 14k Rose Gold Foil Back Brooch. Featuring 59 rose cut
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
10 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pin with Blue/Green Foil back Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 10K yellow gold Dimensions: pin measures 72 x 29mm Weight: 5.76 grams
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
ART NOUVEAU clover brooch
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat brooch set with foiled garnets, in the shape of clovers with a dangling drop, France
Garnet, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Silver and Molded Glass Brooch by René Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau silver foil-backed molded glass brooch set in brass. The molded glass features
Silver, Brass
Victorian Gold and Amethyst Pendant Brooch with White Coral and Pearl Accents
Located in New York, NY
An antique gold and foiled amethyst target brooch with star-set pearl center and white coral bead
Amethyst, Coral, Pearl, 15k Gold, Gold
Qajar Enameled Gold Pendant, Iran, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
In the shape of a bird, the 22k gold colorfully enameled brooch inset with foil-back hardstones on
Emerald, Pearl, Turquoise, 22k Gold
Antique Beetle Brooch of Foiled Crystal
Located in Baltimore, MD
Victorian beetle brooch of foiled crystal set in gilt metal. The wonderfully colored glass will
Gilt Metal
Antique 18th Century Foiled Imperial Topaz Girandole Brooch Silver Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 18th Century Foiled Imperial Topaz Girandole Brooch in Silver, Portuguese, circa 1770
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
Chanel 23 Gold Black Resin with Gold Foil CC Large Brooch current in box
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the Chanel 23 Gold Black Resin with Gold Foil CC Large Brooch, a stunning accessory
Chanel 23 Gold Black Resin with Gold Foil CC Large Brooch current in box
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the Chanel 23 Gold Black Resin with Gold Foil CC Large Brooch, a stunning accessory
Georgian Parabolic Foilback Crystal Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual octagonal Georgian brooch with faceted foil back crystal. In the glass there is a bubble
Sterling Silver
Antique 18th Century Imperial Topaz Amethyst Brooch Silver Portuguese, 1770s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An antique 18th century foiled imperial topaz and amethyst brooch in silver, Portuguese, circa 1770
Amethyst, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Silver
Antique Rock Crystal Bug Pin
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fantastic Victorian foiled rock crystal beetle brooch set in silver. The wonderful colors shimmer
Rock Crystal, Silver
Georgian Period Rose Gold and Foiled Back Garnet Pendant Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
. Flat round, oval and square cut garnets in closed foiled back settings. CONDITION ; Excellent for age
Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold
H 1.11 in W 1.19 in
Victorian 15ct Gold Chalcedony and Pink Foiled Quartz Floral Brooch, Circa 1860
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
the period to accentuate the focal point of the brooch, this being the floral motifs. The foiled back
Chalcedony, Quartz, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1911 René Lalique Broche Deux Faisans Frosted Glass Pink Foil Pheasants Brooch
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Brooch "Deux Faisans" made by René Lalique in 1911 in frosted glass with pink foil. Engraved metal
Sold
H 1.38 in W 1.11 in D 0.28 in
Early Victorian Foiled Back Pink Gemstone Brooch and Pendant in 15 Carat Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This lovely pendant/brooch is showing such quality aesthetic from the Early Victorian era. It is in
Yellow Gold
Georgian Foiled Certified Imperial Pink Topaz Pearl Brooch in 15ct Gold in Box
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning Georgian period panel brooch. Solid 15 carat yellow gold example. Designed with a single
Pearl, Topaz, Gold
Georgian 1 Carat Foiled Rose Cut Diamond Rose Gold Stick Pin
Located in St Helens, GB
A rare Georgian period stick tie pin. Modelled in solid gold with a closed foil back setting too
Diamond, Rose Gold
Antique French 18 Carat Gold Enamel and Foiled Ruby Stick Tie Pin
Located in St Helens, GB
closed foil back settings. Surrounding is a floral swirl design with fine engraving and white enamel
Ruby, Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian Garnet Buckle Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A cool Georgian buckle brooch set with foil-backed rose cut garnets. It features an inscription to
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Gold Garnet and Agate Sentimental Brooch
Located in Birmingham, GB
A late Victorian gold, garnet and agate sentimental brooch. The oval foil back garnet cabochon
Agate, Garnet
Halleys Comet Foiled Topaz Diamond 18 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning Georgian period brooch c1800. Halley's comet example. Solid 18 carat gold. Designed with
Diamond, Topaz, Gold
1912 René Lalique Broche Oiseaux Bleu Blue Foil Birds Brooch
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
glass with blue foil and brass mount. Brooch is stamped "Lalique" on reverse. 6 cm long Félix
Huge Georgian Foiled Back Garnet Cabochon 15 Carat Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A rare true Georgian period pendant or brooch circa 1760. Solid 15 carat yellow gold example set
Garnet, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 15 Carat Gold and Foiled Back Garnet Cabochon Stick Tie Pin in Box
Located in St Helens, GB
garnet in closed foil back setting with yellow gold ball surround. 74mm long, 14mm x 18mm head approx
Garnet
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage gold tone rhinestone designer flower brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 57 ❤️❤️...
Vintage Flower Brooch 18k Yellow Gold & Blue Sapphire, Italy ca. 1970
Located in Orlando, FL
18K Yellow Gold Italian Floral Brooch with Blue Sapphires – ca. 1970 A beautifully sculptural vintage Italian brooch, masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold and designed as a fully ...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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
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
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage Blue Enamel & Diamonds Locket Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Vivid Royal Blue Enamel & Diamond Oval Locket Pendant Style: Locket ( listing is for Locket only chain not included ) Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold. 24.1 grams Size / Measurements: ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian-era ring features an exquisite emerald-cut amethyst set in a platinum open work setting...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Nouveau French 18ct Yellow Gold, Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique French Diamond & Pearl Brooch 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 An elegant openwork brooch in 18ct yellow gold with platinum detail, modelled in the sinuous foliate style of...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Bangles, Ruby, Sapphire with Diamonds
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Matched Antique Edwardian Bangles set with Rubies or Sapphires and Diamond Accents. Each has a different color scheme but look amazing together. These date from circa 1900-10 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$9,899
W 3.63 in D 0.83 in L 5.08 in
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag"
By Boucheron
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag" The rectangular case decorated to the front with a pierced design of birds amongst flowering vines, accented wi...
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
$325,000
Damiani Diamond and Pearls Tiara
By Damiani
Located in Geneva, CH
Exceptional Tiara by Damiani. Diamonds, pearls Metal: white gold 18K (no rhodium plating). Diamonds weight: 41,50 carats color G-H clarity VVS-VS Japanese pearls: 9,60 grams. Total ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA 2.55ctw Antique Cushion Cut Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Timeless GIA 2.55ctw Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Trilogy Vintage Engagement Platinum Ring This ESTATE, Iconic style- 3 Stone ring will take your breath away! Great opportunity to own...
Diamond, Platinum
Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant and rare Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds from the 1930's. Iconic design of hand carved rock crystal of bombe form with an inserted panel of bright pave di...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum, 18k 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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Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
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