Thomas Edwin Mostyn (1864-1930) - Oil Portrait, Victorian Lady with Ruby Brooch
By Thomas Edwin Mostyn
Located in Corsham, GB
An impressive late Victorian portrait of a stern looking lady in mourning. The sitter wears an all
Oil
Nouveau 1910 Enamel Brooch Necklace Silver and 18 Karat Gold Fairy Lady Style
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hand made in Spain Enamel - Necklace Brooch Sterling Silver and 18K Yellow Gold with
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver, ...
Sold|$850
Joseph H. Dille (1820-1918) - Signed 1869 Oval English Oil, Portrait of a Lady
By Joseph H. Dille
Located in Corsham, GB
An exquisite English School oil portrait of a high class lady wearing jeweled earrings and brooch
Oil, Board
Victorian Enamel Diamond Gold Portrait of a Young Lady Brooch
Located in London, GB
An enamel and diamond brooch, with enamelled portrait of a young lady, surrounded by rose-cut and
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Sold|$2,500
Art Nouveau Plique-á-Jour Lady Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A beautiful turn of the Century brooch, modelled in the Art Nouveau style. The subject is a lady
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$356
Chanel Silver Lady Coco Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very good condition Chanel Silver Lady Coco Pin Brooch Add a whimsical yet iconic touch to your
Stunning Vintage Couple of Diamond Enameled Lady Bag Brooches
Located in Napoli, IT
other is Royal Blue with White dots, both lady bags have Diamond Eyes They are made as brooches, can be
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian 9ct Rose Gold Sepia Brooch Lady Holding Wreath
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb Georgian period brooch. Designed with a marquise shaped sepia mourning brooch of a female
Rose Gold
Antique French Empire Portrait Miniature Brooch Lady in Tiara
Located in San Marcos, CA
a brooch, a fine piece of jewelry over 200 years old, she is perfect. The most fabulous lapis lazuli
Silver Brooch of a Lady in Medieval Clothes, London, 1946
Located in London, GB
Silver Brooch Of a Lady In Medieval Clothes, London , 1946 Possibly Queen Guinevere, King Arthur's
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Profile Of Lady With Flowers Gold Brooch/Pin
Located in Tampa, FL
A meticulously hand crafted vintage Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold brooch featuring the profile of a
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Enamel Sapphire Diamond Gold Lady Bug Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold ladybug brooch set with sapphire eyes (one with tiny chip ) and approximately
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Cameo Brooch, Classical Lady's Head Carving, Gold Ornate Frame
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
-scroll outer edge. The brooch fastens with a hinged pin in good working order to a hook closure
9k Gold
Solid 18 Karat Gold Hand-Painted Lady Portrait Brooch with Natural Diamonds 16g
Located in Manchester, NH
Solid 18K Yellow Gold Hand Painted Lady Portrait Brooch W/ Natural Diamonds 16g This solid 18k
An 18k yellow gold and enamel Italian lady bird brooch, by Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in KERKRADE, NL
An 18k yellow gold, enamel and diamond lady bird brooch by Bibigi by Franco di Beltrami and Mappin
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Sold|$995
Gold & Enamel & Gemstone Lady Bug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
18k yellow gold lucky lady bug brooch covered in red cloisonne enamel with black enamel spots and
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
Sold|$5,200
"Lady's Eye" Antique Lapel Pin
Located in New York, NY
14K rose gold lapel pin, inlaid with black enamel. Luminous miniature painting of a lady's eye
14k Gold
Sold|$5,800
Gold, Baroque Pearl & Diamond Lady Pin
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pin depicting the bust of a lady with tilted head, her hair set with a baroque pearl, with diamond
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$465
Chanel Black CC Logo with Lady Bugs
By Chanel
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Chanel iconic interlocking CC brooch of black enamel in a silver-tone setting featuring two lady
Sold|$6,156
Art Nouveau Krementz Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in London, GB
Art Nouveau enamel and diamond set brooch of a lady's face and floral surround. 14ct yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$3,420
Georgian Miniature Eye Brooch
Located in London, GB
A rare original Georgian miniature brooch of a lady’s eye. It has a charming gold mount with two
15k Gold
Sold|$4,200
Tiffany & Co. Lady Bug Gold and Crystal Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Figural "leaf" pin. Carved crystal, with an applied red and black enamel lady bug, with an
Diamond, 14k Gold
Lady Bug Diamond Yellow Gold Enamel Pin signed Garavelli.
By Garavelli
Located in Houston, TX
Style: Lady Bug Pin Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond: G-VS1 Diamond Weight: Approx .75
Diamond, 18k Gold
Charming Diamond Ruby & Sapphire Ladybug Brooch
Located in Southampton, NY
Designed as a lady bug, this delightful brooch is of 18K yellow and white gold. The body is set
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Set with Painted Lady Portrait and Diamonds in Yellow Gold
Located in Naples, FL
The pendant/brooch has a beautiful portrait painting of a lady. There are 3 very small and
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Victorian Hand Painted Portrait Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This rare, beautiful Victorian hand painted brooch features a lady with a green dress and what
Pink Sapphire Diamond Gold Frog Pendant Brooch
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Adorable lady frog pendant/brooch! Our little frog is set with pink sapphires, diamond, big red
Diamond, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Max Neiger 1920s Egyptian Revival Vintage Brooch
Located in Wigan, GB
which is the finely moulded portrait of an Egyptian lady. This brooch is also hand painted in parts
Gilt Metal
Art Nouveau Enamel Garnet Pearl Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful Art Nouveau 14k gold brooch, depicting a lady's profile in enamel, decorated with
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Emerald Gold Ladybug Leaf Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Whimsical 18k gold leaf brooch depicting a lady bug, crafted by Tiffany & Co. Features
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Italian Shell Cameo Pearl gold Frame brooch pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. Outside border boasts beautifully matched white pearls. Wear this beautiful lady either as a brooch or
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970's Gold Grasshopper Brooch, Opal, Diamond and Sapphire
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Lady's 18K yellow gold grasshopper brooch prong-set with one (1) Asymmetrical Cabochon cut Opal
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century French Hand Painted Limoges Cameo Brooch & Necklace Pendant
By Florenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Hand painted Limoges Female "Lady In Blue" Cameo Brooch & Necklace Pendant Slide
Patek Philippe Lady's Yellow Gold Bowtie Brooch Watch Ref 4762J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand: Patek Philippe Ref.: 4762J Gender: Lady's Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Dial Color
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Lady's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Panther Bracelet or Brooch
Located in Mansfield, OH
Lady's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Panther Bracelet / Brooch. This custom-made
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sold|$325
CHANEL BLUE LEATHER CAMELLIA BROOCH
By Chanel
Located in Antwerp, BE
The perfect accessory for a stylish lady, this amazing Chanel camellia brooch.
Antique Victorian Carved Coral Gold Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Victorian antique 14k gold cameo brooch, set with carved coral featuring lady's profile. Brooch
Coral, 14k Gold
Impressive Vintage Bird Brooch ‘Schiaparelli/Lady Gaga’
Located in Verviers, Région Wallonne
Very Unique large bird brooch made of burlap, in the style of the famous Schiaparelli brooch worn
Oriental Lady Turquoise with Ruby and White Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
1950s hand carved natural turquoise oriental lady's head with diamond and ruby collar in 14K white
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Bijoux Paris French Profile Lady Couture Hat Gold Plate Rhinestone Brooch
Located in Sausalito, CA
This vintage gold-plated rhinestone brooch captures the essence of Bijoux Paris. Featuring the
Gold Plate
Vintage NWT NEW 03P ✿ Coco Chanel Ex LARGE Sewing Lady Pearl Brooch
Located in KAOHSIUNG, TW
An unusual fun and sweet piece in Chanel costume jewellery's history. This brooch is not only
19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Art Nouveau Lady Pin Pendant Brooch
Located in New york, NY
The present piece is a beautiful example of an 18kt yellow gold Art Nouveau Pin/Brooch which can
Diamond, 18k Gold
19th Century 18 Karat Gold Enamel Pearl Art Nouveau Lady Pin Pendant Brooch
Located in New york, NY
The present piece is a beautiful example of an 18kt yellow gold Art Nouveau Pin/Brooch which can
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Large Romantic Cameo Brooch Neo Classic lady in a Garden 14ct yellow gold c1950s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
depicts a young lady, dancing through a garden to the sound of a harp and the trickle of a water fountain
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Romantic Cameo Brooch Neo Classic lady in a Garden 14ct yellow gold c1950s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
depicts a young lady, dancing through a garden to the sound of a harp and the trickle of a water fountain
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sold|$2,250
Enamel and Gold Lady Bug Pins
Located in New York, NY
Pair of figural "lady bug" pins. 18K yellow gold, with black and red enamel. 7/8" x 3/4
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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