$105Sale Price|40% Off
TARA signed vintage gold tone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TARA • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 56 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DE...
Gold Cameo Antique Brooch with Natural Pearls
By Tara Shaw-2
Located in New Orleans, LA
A Victorian high relief jet cameo brooch featuring an African male profile head in high relief in a bezel setting. Circa 1830-1860. Surrounded by a 9 Karat rose gold bezel with wired...
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold
$322Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Tara brooch, Irish Celtic, 9k gold and blue paste, Art Nouveau
Located in NEWARK, GB
Such a wonderful interesting little piece is this antique Art Nouveau era brooch. It depicts the brooch of Tara in a simple, elegant and typically Art Nouveau form.
9k Gold
$292Sale Price|20% Off
Tara Golden Scarab Cabochon Cluster Clip in Earrings and Pin Brooch
By Delizza & Elster
Located in Milford, DE
A colorful pin brooch and clip-on earring set by Tara, a mid-1900s costume jewelry designer.
Gold Plate
Rose Gold and Silver Antique Earrings and Brooch
By Tara Shaw-2
Located in New Orleans, LA
A three piece demi-parure 18 Karat rose gold and silver. Consisting of a brooch and earrings. Victorian period, circa 1870-1890. Featuring a brooch with shell and scroll motifs set i...
Natural Pearl
Unavailable
W 1.97 in L 1.97 in
Irish Tara Brooch in 18K yellow Gold set with Emeralds, Rubies, and Sapphires
Located in Dublin, IE
This 18K yellow gold brooch has a self locking catch and is 50X50mm in size.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 2.76 in W 3.94 in D 0.4 in
Exclusive Handcrafted Nautical Gold & Silver Sailing Filigree Brooch Design
Located in L-Għarb, MT
This sustainable silver and gold nautical brooch is part of a designer sailing collection “Wind in the Sails” where filigree designs are inspired by the wind filling the sails of a y...
Gold, Silver
Antique Irish Brooch, 18k Yellow Gold Tara-Inspired Celtic Design 1906
Located in Greensboro, NC
Artistically crafted in Ireland, this luxurious 18k yellow gold brooch dates back to circa 1906 and showcases an ornate design that resembles the famous Tara brooch.
Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century 15 Carat Gold Scottish Tara Brooch
Located in Birmingham, GB
An early 20th century 15ct gold Scottish tara brooch. The textured disc, with embossed geometric motif, to the bead cross surround.
15k Gold
Mid Victorian Shell Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Lovely mid Victorian shell cameo with a exquisitely carved Neoclassical beauty with ornate headdress and jewelry. The gold frame is set with split pearls and lovely etruscan work. ...
14k Gold
Antique French 18K Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique French 18 karat yellow gold cameo brooch / pendant; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine antique French cameo brooch /...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,495
H 1.23 in L 1.46 in
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Cameo Natural Pearl Brooch Pendant, 12.7 Grams
Located in San Diego, CA
An elegant antique carved cameo brooch and pendant crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and accented with four natural white pearls. The centerpiece features a finely carved classical f...
Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$165Sale Price|40% Off
MMA 1993 signed vintage gold plated designer lead brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MMA 1993 • gold plated • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 52 ❤️❤️ VIN...
$135Sale Price|40% Off
MONET signed vintage gold tone designer brooch
By Monet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 56 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE D...
$93Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage matte gold modernist designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 47 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DES...
$285Sale Price|40% Off
TRIFARI crown signed gold designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI crown • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 37 ❤️❤️...
$544Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.77 in L 1.97 in
Victorian Shell Cameo and Gold Tone Spinning Locket Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Honolulu, HI
This exceptional example of late-Victorian ingenuity, dating to circa 1890, features a masterfully hand-carved natural shell cameo set within a highly functional rotating frame. The ...
Other, Gold-filled
$135Sale Price|40% Off
ANNE KLEIN vintage matte gold tone designer brooch
By Anne Klein
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • 1 3/4" by 1 1/2" CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sk...
1980s Costume Jewelry Gilt Metal and Enamel Italian Earrings
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These stunning vintage Italian costume jewelry earrings capture the bold aesthetic of the 1980s with a vibrant floral design. Each earring features a brilliant coral-red central cabo...
Enamel, Gilt Metal
Schiaparelli Large Multi-Color Gilded Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Schiaparelli Wonderful whimsical large textured gilded gold hardware as well as gilded polished gold hardware is accented with multi-colors of faux corals and faux gemstones, ...
Chanel Vintage Gold Paved with Cabochons Gripoix Clip On Earrings, circa 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Iconic 1980s Chanel Large Multicolor Gripoix Gold Earrings are a stunning representation of the brand's unique elegance and vibrant artistry. Details: Hallmark: CHANEL Collection 26...
Gold
$135Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage gold tone leaf designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 56 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGN...
$225Sale Price|40% Off
FLORENZA signed vintage gold tone glass cameo pearls designer brooch
By Florenza
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed FLORENZA • gold tone with glass • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 59 ❤️...
$75Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage gold tone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 48 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIG...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Iconic Jewelled Ladybug Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR iconic gold tone ladybug clip-on earrings embellished with orange enamel and clear crystals. Marked CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique. Indicative measurements : max. height ap...
Gilt Metal
Roman Lapis-Lazuli Cameo Of Cupid Circa 2nd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 2nd century Dimensions: 1,3 x 1,0 cm Size: 7 1/4 Weight: 5.44gr. This delightful 2nd century Roman cameo is made of lapislazuli and is inserted in a 18 carat contemporary ...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$217Sale Price / item|50% Off
Handmade Natural Purple Sapphire Poppy Flower Brooch in 925 Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
Natural Purple Sapphire Poppy Flower Brooch Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and attention to ...
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$175Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.67 in L 0.67 in
Blue Sapphire Poppy Flower Unisex Brooch Crafted in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Poppy Flower Brooch Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and attention to detail, th...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Located in London, GB
An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,000
H 1.86 in W 1.19 in D 1.03 in
Vintage Pendant 50ct Emerald 1.32ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold / 16 gr
Located in SE
This is a very attractive golden pendant with a huge natural Emerald surrounded by Diamonds. Emerald measures 24 mm x 20 mm x 14 mm deep / ca. 50 ct . This stone is of Light Green ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 This exquisite Edwardian bar brooch is crafted from 15ct yellow gold and features a stunning oval faceted aquamarine. The 15ct stam...
Aquamarine, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marcel Boucher Sapphire Invisibly Set Suite
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Rare Marcel Boucher Sapphire Paste Invisibly Set Suite from the 1960's. Lovely dimensional design Inspired by Van Cleef Jewelry of the period. Sapphire pastes are set within a overla...
Gilt Metal
Edwardian Reddish-Pink Tourmaline and Rose Cut Diamond Ring (1901-1914)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Edwardian Pink Tourmaline and Rose Cut Diamond Ring (1901-1914) Hand fabricated in platinum and 18 Karat yellow Gold, glisten and glows with a bright fuchsia Reddish-Pink Emerald cu...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum
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
$280Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Gold Pin Brooch and Clip on Earrings Set, Faux Larimar Cabochons
Located in Milford, DE
A sophisticated vintage set, featuring gold-tone mesh bezels, accented with faux pearls and centerpiece faux larimar cabochons. Includes a single pin brooch and a pair of clip-on ear...
Crystal
$1,145
W 3 in L 4.3 in
Joseff of Hollywood Blue and Clear Crystal Brooch and Clip On Earrings Set 1950s
By Joseff of Hollywood
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Joseff of Hollywood gold plated large flower and cut out leaves brooch, and clip-on earrings set. Featuring dazzling cobalt blue marquise and round clear crystals. The brooc...
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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