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Krementz Pin

Antique Krementz Art Nouveau 14k Gold 1.25ct Aquamarine & Pearl Open Brooch Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful Krementz antique pin/brooch was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold with a solid .900
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Aquamarine, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Period 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lapel Pin with Three Faces by Krementz
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Kremnetz 14-karat American Art Nouveau period pin or brooch. Of horizontal lozenge
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Krementz 14k Gold, Enamel, & Seed Pearl 4-Leaf Clover Stickpin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold, enamel, and seed pearl brooch. Attributed to Krementz & Co. In 14 karat
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20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

1890 Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Krementz Iris with Pearl Broach
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14k Yellow Gold - Krementz Iris - Seed Pearl - 1890 Art Nouveau This is a stunning Krementz
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Krementz Turquoise, Mine Cut Diamond, and Pearl Pendant Brooch in 14
Located in Boston, MA
An art nouveau period pendant which converts into a brooch or a lapel watch holder by Krementz
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise

Antique Bippart & Co. 14k Gold Seed Pearl Victorian Crescent Moon Honeymoon Pin
Located in North Attleboro, MA
business in the 1930s and Krementz & Co. purchased their tools & dies. Crafted in 14k gold, this brooch
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Antique Early 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1895 Art Nouveau Diamond and Peridot Enamel and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

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Peridot, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold

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Tiffany & Co Retro Aquamarine Gold Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Retro 14k gold brooch by Tiffany & Co, with 8.2 x 6mm aquamarine. Brooch is 51mm x 35mm. Marked: Tiffany & Co, 14k. Weight - 9.2 grams.
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

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Aquamarine, Gold

Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Mid Century Platinum Old Mine Diamond One Carat Bow Brooch 1.3 Inch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Classic Set Old Mine Diamonds Bow Brooch, measuring 1.3" x 0.75", a true testament to timeless elegance. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail...
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Vintage 1950s American Post-War Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Mid Century Platinum Old Mine Diamond One Carat Bow Brooch 1.3 Inch
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Georgian Black Dot Paste and Silver Antique Spinning Flower Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
Dramatic and historic, this brooch was created in the Georgian era. Condition Report: Very Good - Some clouding to a couple of the stones and scratches to the surface of a couple t...
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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Brooches

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Silver

A Pair of Loving Parrots Brooch
Located in Bethesda, MD
This brooch was meticulously crafted with attention to detail using an array of gemstones including diamonds, tsavorites, light green and yellow sapphires, and rubies. ♦ Metal: 18 Ka...
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1990s Brooches

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

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Designer Nolan Miller Signed Vintage Sparkling Crystal Butterfly Brooch Pin
By Nolan Miller
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Signed Nolan Miller Designer Blue and Clear Crystal Dragonfly Brooch. Hand set with a myriad of Sparkling Crystals in blue and clear. Stunning Statement Brooch! Mea...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooches

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Fei Liu Green Gem-Set Black Rhodium Plated 925 Silver Ribbon Bow Brooch
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Tie up your outfit with a bedazzled ribbon bow. The classic bow motif is conveyed through a feminine sculptural silhouette and vibrant coloured gemstones, featuring white cubic zirco...
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2010s British Contemporary Brooches

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Other, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Plique-à-Jour Enamel Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique dragonfly brooch. It features enameled Plique-a-Jour wings, which are enamel without a backing making a “window” allowing light to pass. Adding to that are round brilliant c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

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

Vintage Cabochon & Enamel Bird Brooch 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage cabochon bird brooch. Featuring sumptuous green and blue enamel detailing and a large oval cabochon stone for the belly. Vintage Condition: Very good without damage or not...
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Antique ArtNouveau Austria Scheid RareMark Pave BlueZircon Silver Snakes Brooch
By Georg Adam Scheid
Located in Chicago, IL
During the Art-Nouveau period while German-born Vienna-based silversmith, niello master, and entrepreneur Georg Adam Scheid (1837-1921) was prospering from a related refinery busines...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Brooches

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Amber Hinged Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage sterling silver hinged cuff bracelet. The front part has an Art Nouveau curved design and is set with a large oval cognac amber stone. Total Weight: 30 grams. Elegant State...
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau More Bracelets

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Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rock and Royalty Gianni Versace Hardcover Table Book 1st Ed. Large Format
By Gianni Versace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Rock and Royalty Gianni Versace Hardcover Large Coffee Table Book.Abbeville Press, 1999 - Celebrities - 288 pages EnglishFashion's late king here offers a parade of couture featuring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Books

French Art Nouveau Bee Pin Brooch Clip 18k Gold Insect Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A French Art Nouveau Bee pin brooch clip made in 18 karat gold and featuring colored gemstones and diamond. This piece is one of the purest examples of Art Nouveau flights of fancy....
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Vintage 1930s French Art Nouveau Brooches

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Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

M. BOUCHER SHEAF-OF-WHEAT BROOCH, Rhodium plated, rhinestones pavé, 1940's USA
By Marcel Boucher
Located in Stuttgart, DE
MARCEL BOUCHER a Parisian who had previously worked as a jewelier for Cartier and later as a designer for Trifari, started his own company BOUCHER in the 1930's in New York. Rare an...
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

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Crystal, Rhodium

Extraordinary Marcel Boucher Early Orchid Brooch
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary Marcel Boucher Early Orchid Brooch from the late 1930's. Dimensional and large brooch with amazing design and signature square cut faux ruby stones used primarily by Bo...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

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Gilt Metal

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1890s Krementz & Co. Art Nouveau Enameled Diamond Girl Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Overland Park, KS
1890's Krementz & Co. Art Nouveau Enameled Diamond Girl Pin. Pin is 4 grams and is 25mm wide
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

1960s KREMENTZ Mid Century Modernist Geometric Chrome Faux Diamond Brooch Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A simple mid century geometric vaguely atomic design makes this 1960s KREMENTZ Moderne Brooch Pin
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Krementz Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Enamel Dragon Watch Pin Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
glossed by clear and pink enamel Accented by a small pearl Completed by watch hook for a drop and pin
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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14k Gold

Krementz Late Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Gold Heart Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
enamel accents, minor loss, all wear is consistent with age and use Maker’s Mark for Krementz and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Brooches

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Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold

1890 Victorian 14 Karat Gold Krementz Winged Dragon Pearl Watch Holder Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a magnificent Victorian watch holder pin by Krementz featuring a fantastic dragon design
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Krementz Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Gold Fleur-de-Lis Pin Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.02 carats, eye-clean and white Designed as a polished gold fleur-de-lis Tested as 14k gold Maker's mark for Kremetz ...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Krementz Victorian Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Fleur-De-Lis Pin Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Krementz and loop to suspend a drop Tested as 14k gold Measures: Approx. 1 x 3/4 Inch Total Weight: 2.4
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Krementz Art Nouveau Diamond Garnet Tourmaline Pearl 14 Karat Gold Clip Pins
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
14k with maker's mark for Krementz Measuring: 1 1/8 x 1/2 inches Total weight: 7.0 grams Colorful
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

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Garnet, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Krementz 1905 Art Nouveau Flower Enameled Pin Brooch in 18Kt Gold Natural Pearl
By Krementz & Co
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Enameled flower pin created by Krementz & Co. Beautiful piece, created in America during
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Krementz 1905 Art Nouveau Flower Enameled Pin Brooch in 18Kt Gold With Diamond
By Krementz & Co
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Enameled flower pin created by Krementz & Co. Beautiful colorful piece, created in New
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Krementz Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Four Leaf Clover Pendant Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
optional bale and a hinged pin stem with looped closure. Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold. With maker's mark
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Krementz Carved Coral Pearl 14 Karat Gold Brooch, Circa 1925
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
by 2.5 mm round pearls Well-matched with white body color and very good luster Completed by pin
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Krementz Rhinestone Sapphire and Clear Crystal Owl in Gold, Vintage 1900s
By Krementz & Co
Located in Milford, DE
A vintage pin brooch by Krementz & Co. A gold-filled owl is perched atop a branch, its head
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20th Century Brooches

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Crystal, Gold-filled

Krementz Art Nouveau Enamel 14 Karat Gold Double Floral Heart Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
throughout Completed by a pin stem with closure Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold Maker's mark for Krementz
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Krementz Amethyst Freshwater Natural Pearl 14 Karat Gold Double Heart Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- well matched with good luster Completed by a pin stem with closure Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Krementz 1900 Art Nouveau Edwardian Enamel Orchid Flower Brooch in 18kt Gold
By Krementz & Co
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian art nouveau enamel Orchid brooch designed by Krementz. An exceptional three-dimensional
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Antique Early 1900s North American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold

Krementz Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Gold Water Lily Flower Pendant Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
0.06 carat - eye clean and white Completed by a watch hook, hinged bale, and pin stem with locking
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Krementz Art Deco Diamond Pearl Citrine Moonstone 14 Karat White Gold Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with excellent luster - well matched Completed by pin stem with locking closure and concealed bale
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches

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Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k...

1930's Krementz Enamel Multi-Gem 14 Karat Gold Bouquet Pendant Brooch Necklace
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
garnet Encompassed by a gold surround accented by 2.5 mm pearls - very well matched Completed by a pin
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Vintage 1930s Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Krementz Art Nouveau 1900 Clover Enameled Brooch in 18Kt Gold with Natural Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Enameled four leaves clover pin created by Krementz & Co. Fabulous little beauty
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Antique Krementz 14 Karat Gold, Enamel and Sapphire Leaf and Vine Brooch or Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful American Art Nouveau Krementz pin. In 14k gold with enamel and bezel set with a
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique Edwardian Reticulated Krementz 14 Karat Gold & Green Amethyst Brooch Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Art Nouveau Krementz pin. In 14k gold with reticulation, platinum topped leaves
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

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Amethyst, Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst Enamel Gold Pin by Krementz, circa 1900
By Krementz & Co
Located in St. Catharines, ON
early 20th century American pin has added antique value and is in excellent condition. Krementz, Newark
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel

White Enamel Amethyst and Gold Pin by Krementz, circa 1910
By Krementz & Co
Located in St. Catharines, ON
20th-century American pin has added antique value and a beautiful neoclassical design By Krementz
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Brooches

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Krementz 22k & 14k Gold Seed Pearl Pin Bar Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in North Attleboro, MA
A lovely antique 22 and 14k Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Oval Bar Brooch by Krementz. It's a captivating
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Krementz Golden Bunny Pin Brooch, Faux Pearl and Crystal Accents
By Krementz & Co
Located in Milford, DE
. Gold-plated. Hallmarks: Krementz
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20th Century American Retro Brooches

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Krementz Diamond 14K Gold Platinum Antique Art Deco Openwork Stick Pin 1920s
By Krementz & Co
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Lovely, elegant antique Krementz solid 14K yellow gold, platinum-topped Art Deco stick pin circa
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Period 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lapel Pin with a Nude Lady by Krementz
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Kremnetz 14-karat gold American Art Nouveau period pin or brooch. Of horizontal
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

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14k Gold

Krementz Retro Amethyst Gold Brooch Pendant
By Krementz & Co
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Krementz Amethyst and Gold Retro Brooch/Pendant In all of its simplicity, contemplate how
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

Krementz Art Nouveau 1905 Clematis Flower Enameled Brooch 18kt Gold with Pearl
By Krementz & Co
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Enameled Clematis pink flower pin created by Krementz & Co. Stunning piece, created in
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Krementz Late Victorian Diamond Seed Pearl 14 Karat Gold Heart Pendant Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carat total, eye-clean and white On a field of white round seed pearls With fold-down bale, pin stem
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Krementz Art Nouveau Citrine Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Gold Pendant or Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with age and use Pin stem and hinged bail with hook to suspend as drop Maker's mark for Krementz and
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

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Citrine, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

14kt Turn of the Last Century Honeymoon Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
This necklace was reimaged as a necklace from a Krementz pin. The pin portion was removed and the
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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

1890 Victorian Krementz Enamel 14 Karat Gold Watch Holder Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful Victorian pin by Krementz in 14k yellow gold with stunning enamel detailing
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1900 Wildflower Enameled Pin Brooch in 14Kt Gold with Natural Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled purple wildflower pin. Stunning piece, created in America during the Edwardian
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1900 Wildflower Enameled Pin Brooch in 14Kt Gold with Natural Pearl
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Krementz Large Enamel Four-Leaf Clover Diamond Center Gold Pin
By Krementz & Co
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautifully detailed enameled Krementz 14k yellow gold pin has a diamond center. This is much
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Krementz Enamel Gold Four Leaf Clover Watch Pin Pendant
By Krementz & Co
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This beautifully made Krementz 4 leaf clover is a pin has a bail on the back that can be pushed up
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Antique 1870s American Brooches

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel Stick Pin
Located in TRYON, NC
This hundred year old stick pin must have seen some great parties in it's day. There are stamps on
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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau More Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Krementz Diamond Aquamarine Enamel Pendant
Located in Boston, MA
pendant made by Krementz. Featuring a cushion shaped aquamarine of approximately 4.50 carats, this pendant
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold

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Krementz Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the krementz pin you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Enamel, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect krementz pin may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Take a look at a krementz pin featuring Pearl from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and square cut versions for sale. When shopping for a krementz pin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Krementz Pin?

Prices for a krementz pin can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $220 and can go as high as $4,300, while this accessory, on average, fetches $805.

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.