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Sea Lion Fish Diamond Green Garnet & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch
Sea Lion Fish Diamond Green Garnet & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch

Sea Lion Fish Diamond Green Garnet & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

Dimensions: 6.20x5.00x1.40cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "22 White Diamonds 0.11 CT 105 Fancy Diamonds 3.28 CT 326 Green Garnet 12.01 CT 2 Ruby 0.26 CT 18KR 34.21 GM (WBTT)" 18K...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Renaissance Revival Enamel & Pearl Lion Pendant
Renaissance Revival Enamel & Pearl Lion Pendant

Renaissance Revival Enamel & Pearl Lion Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Renaissance Revival Enamel & Pearl Lion Pendant An 18k gold and multicolor enamel lion suspending

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Iconic Chanel Lion Belt, Workshop Goossens
Iconic Chanel Lion Belt, Workshop Goossens

Iconic Chanel Lion Belt, Workshop Goossens

By Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

brooches from this selection are also available. 32.5" adjustable belt. Buckle: Each lion 2" high

Category

Vintage 1950s French More Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Vintage 1960s David Webb Gold Lion Belt Buckle
Vintage 1960s David Webb Gold Lion Belt Buckle

Vintage 1960s David Webb Gold Lion Belt Buckle

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 1 7/8 x 2 1/2 x 1/2 inches

Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Lion Stickpin of Diamond 10k Gold, Circa 1900
Antique Lion Stickpin of Diamond 10k Gold, Circa 1900

Antique Lion Stickpin of Diamond 10k Gold, Circa 1900

Located in Lewisburg, PA

a finely modeled lion’s head in 14k gold, its powerful jaws clenched around a sparkling mine cut

Category

Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold

Vintage 1970s Gold Lion Belt Buckle with Diamonds
Vintage 1970s Gold Lion Belt Buckle with Diamonds

Vintage 1970s Gold Lion Belt Buckle with Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow hammered gold with two Round Brilliant cut Diamonds as the eyes, weighing a total of 0.14 carat. Made in Italy Circa 1970s 2 1/2 inch diameter

Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Lion Stickpin
Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Lion Stickpin

Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Lion Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a stylized foliate lion head with grooved detail Depicted with furrowed brow and

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Gold Lion Stickpin with Diamond Eyes Circa 1900
Antique 14K Gold Lion Stickpin with Diamond Eyes Circa 1900

Antique 14K Gold Lion Stickpin with Diamond Eyes Circa 1900

Located in Lewisburg, PA

lion’s head crafted in 14 karat gold. The powerful expression is enhanced by an old European cut diamond

Category

Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Iconic Chanel Lion Belt, Workshop Goossens
Iconic Chanel Lion Belt, Workshop Goossens

Iconic Chanel Lion Belt, Workshop Goossens

By Maison Goossens for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

lion brooches from this selection are also available. 32.5" adjustable belt. Buckle: Each lion

Category

Vintage 1950s French More Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

ANNE KLEIN vintage gold tone lions head scarf clip
ANNE KLEIN vintage gold tone lions head scarf clip

ANNE KLEIN vintage gold tone lions head scarf clip

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned ANNE KLEIN with original card • gold tone • vintage designer scarf clip MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of ...

Category

20th Century Brooches

Antique 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, & Pearl Rampant Lion Stickpin
Antique 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, & Pearl Rampant Lion Stickpin

Antique 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, & Pearl Rampant Lion Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

a silver rampant lion holding a pearl in its claws mounted on a gold backing. Simply a wonderful

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Lion Stickpin
Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Lion Stickpin

Art Nouveau Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Lion Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Stickpin is designed as a stylized lion head with swirling grooved fur Featuring a prong set old

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Nouveau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Antique Stickpin
French Art Nouveau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Antique Stickpin

French Art Nouveau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Antique Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Depicting profile of roaring lion with detailed face and mane With decorative whiplash surround and

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin #18363
10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin #18363

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin #18363

Located in Washington Depot, CT

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin This elegant stick pin features one round

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch
Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

rearing gilt lion and unicorn, Coco Chanel synthesizes her favorite motifs into one brooch. The lion, her

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch
Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

rearing gilt lion and unicorn, Coco Chanel synthesizes her favorite motifs into one brooch. The lion, her

Category

Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass

Iconic 1960's Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Coral Lion Pin
Iconic 1960's Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Coral Lion Pin

Iconic 1960's Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Coral Lion Pin

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage gold plated KJL for Kenneth Jay Lane gold plated pin with coral resin bead detail and rhinestone and glass accents. Excellent condition for age with minor wear. 1960s collect...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Antique Stickpin
Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Antique Stickpin

Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Antique Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a dimensional lion head with grooved snarling expression Holding an old European cut

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

UNWORN Gucci By Tom Ford 2000 Metallic Deep Plunging Evening Dress 42
UNWORN Gucci By Tom Ford 2000 Metallic Deep Plunging Evening Dress 42

UNWORN Gucci By Tom Ford 2000 Metallic Deep Plunging Evening Dress 42

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Deep Plunging Neckline Gold-colored metal hardware lion brooch in front Made in Italy Dry Clean Only

Category

Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Sterling Silver Rampant Lion Skelton Key Brooch Pin by Towle
Sterling Silver Rampant Lion Skelton Key Brooch Pin by Towle

Sterling Silver Rampant Lion Skelton Key Brooch Pin by Towle

Located in Van Nuys, CA

1970s sterling silver "Rampant Lion" skelton key brooch Pin by Towle retaining its original high

Category

Vintage 1970s American Neoclassical Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Lion Door Knocker Earrings and Brooch Set
Van Cleef & Arpels Lion Door Knocker Earrings and Brooch Set

Van Cleef & Arpels Lion Door Knocker Earrings and Brooch Set

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

brooch set! Picture this: stunning lion door knockers made of 18kt yellow gold and sprinkled with

Category

Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings

Frascarolo Vintage Enameled Diamond Lion Brooch Pin
Frascarolo Vintage Enameled Diamond Lion Brooch Pin

Frascarolo Vintage Enameled Diamond Lion Brooch Pin

By Frascarolo

Located in Miami, FL

inspired in a Roaring Lion Head motif. This 18K gold brooch is ready to lunge forward as it looks through

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold Additional information: Brand: Van Cleef

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Mid Century Diamond Emerald and Sapphire 18K Gold Lion Brooch circa 1960
Mid Century Diamond Emerald and Sapphire 18K Gold Lion Brooch circa 1960

Mid Century Diamond Emerald and Sapphire 18K Gold Lion Brooch circa 1960

Located in Goettingen, DE

Mid Century Diamond Emerald and Sapphire 18K Gold Lion Brooch circa 1960 Very attractive gold

Category

Mid-20th Century European Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Lion Brooch
Sterling Silver Lion Brooch

Sterling Silver Lion Brooch

Located in Mastic Beach, NY

This 1970s, sterling silver brooch depicts a picturesque scene of a lion family with the male

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Buccellati Diamond Ruby Gold Lion Brooch
Buccellati Diamond Ruby Gold Lion Brooch

Buccellati Diamond Ruby Gold Lion Brooch

By Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat gold brooch of a lion by Buccellati. This lion has ruby eyes and a collar with five

Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Bronze Metallic Dress Lion Brooch, Fall 2000
Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Bronze Metallic Dress Lion Brooch, Fall 2000

Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Bronze Metallic Dress Lion Brooch, Fall 2000

By Tom Ford

Located in Cincinnati, OH

neckline and gold-tone lion brooch. Bust 38”, Waist 26”, Hip 38”, Length 40” Fabric Content: 54% Polyester

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

18k Yellow Gold Vintage Lion Brooch with Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Lion Brooch with Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond

18k Yellow Gold Vintage Lion Brooch with Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous Texutred Yellow Gold Lion with White Gold Accents Features Melee Diamonds, Ruby Cabochon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Lioness Diamond and Ruby Large Brooch
18 Karat Lioness Diamond and Ruby Large Brooch

18 Karat Lioness Diamond and Ruby Large Brooch

Located in Pikesville, MD

A very well made and substantially sized 18 karat two tone roaring lion brooch featuring 1.95

Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 1940s Modernist Clifford Russel Sterling Silver Tourmaline Brooch - Pin
Vintage 1940s Modernist Clifford Russel Sterling Silver Tourmaline Brooch - Pin

Vintage 1940s Modernist Clifford Russel Sterling Silver Tourmaline Brooch - Pin

By Clifford Russell

Located in Champions State Gate, FL

This vintage Mid Century - Early Modernist Sea Lion brooch is hand made by the famed artisan

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Modernist Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, Sterling Silver

Chanel Lion Crest Brooch
Chanel Lion Crest Brooch

Chanel Lion Crest Brooch

Unavailable|$570

Chanel Lion Crest Brooch

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Chanel round brooch featuring rampant lions and exotic landscape. High carat gold plated metal

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Anne Klein Lion's Head Tassel Brooch
Anne Klein Lion's Head Tassel Brooch

Anne Klein Lion's Head Tassel Brooch

By Anne Klein

Located in Mastic Beach, NY

Rare Majestic Anne Klein French Lion's Head Tassle Brooch - Elegant, regal crystals in a highly

Category

Vintage 1980s American Byzantine Brooches

Rare Regina Lion Head Brooch 1950s
Rare Regina Lion Head Brooch 1950s

Rare Regina Lion Head Brooch 1950s

Located in Austin, TX

This rare Regina brooch attracts attention with its beautiful and unusual design. Made of bronze

Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Vintage Ralph Lauren lion and crown brooch

Vintage Ralph Lauren lion and crown brooch

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage lion and crown brooch by Ralph Lauren. Excellent condition. 1 x 1.5 inches.

Category

20th Century Brooches

Chanel Brooch Gold Plated and Black Stones Lion
Chanel Brooch Gold Plated and Black Stones Lion

Chanel Brooch Gold Plated and Black Stones Lion

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Nice Chanel brooch in golden metal with black strass with the shape of a lion head. really good

Category

Early 2000s French Brooches

Chanel hammered lion cross brooch of the 80s
Chanel hammered lion cross brooch of the 80s

Chanel hammered lion cross brooch of the 80s

By Chanel

Located in Verviers, BE

Collectable and with the Chanel lion icone hammered cross brooch of the late 80s. Made of gilt

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Yellow and White Gold Lion Head Pendant Brooch
Yellow and White Gold Lion Head Pendant Brooch

Yellow and White Gold Lion Head Pendant Brooch

Located in Naples, FL

18k Yellow and White Gold Lion Head Pendant Brooch. The diamonds weigh approximately 0.50 carats, 1

Category

Late 20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Lion Gargoyle Brooch, 18K Yellow gold, 0.2CT Old Mine Diamonds brooch
Antique Lion Gargoyle Brooch, 18K Yellow gold, 0.2CT Old Mine Diamonds brooch

Antique Lion Gargoyle Brooch, 18K Yellow gold, 0.2CT Old Mine Diamonds brooch

Located in Ramat Gan, IL

Jewelry Material: Yellow Gold 18k (the gold has been tested by a professional) Total Carat Weight: 0.20ct (Approx.) Total Metal Weight: 16.64g Size: 30 X 30 mm Grading Results: Ston...

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Lions Head Pendant/Brooch carved in Tiger Eye Stone
Lions Head Pendant/Brooch carved in Tiger Eye Stone

Lions Head Pendant/Brooch carved in Tiger Eye Stone

Located in Munich, DE

Impressive carved Lion Head Pendant or Brooch clip. It is made of tiger's eye stone in a beautiful

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier 18k Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Lion Dragon Brooch Vintage
Cartier 18k Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Lion Dragon Brooch Vintage

Cartier 18k Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Lion Dragon Brooch Vintage

By Cartier

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

A very whimsical Gold, Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond Lion/Dragon Brooch Set in 18k Bi-Color Gold

Category

20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamond Lion Novelty Brooch Pin
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamond Lion Novelty Brooch Pin

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Enamel and Diamond Lion Novelty Brooch Pin

Located in Sydney, NSW

A heavy weight retro 18k yellow gold novelty brooch in the form of a stylised lion with diamond set

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

MCM 18 Karat Gold Enamel Lion Head Pin with Diamond Eyes Brooch
MCM 18 Karat Gold Enamel Lion Head Pin with Diamond Eyes Brooch

MCM 18 Karat Gold Enamel Lion Head Pin with Diamond Eyes Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Blue and Green enamel lion head pin with diamond eyes. Marked, MCM 18 kt Italy, Measures 2.25” by

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 10ct Gold Lions Club Tie Pin Brooch c1960s 417 Purity Heavy 3.5g Pres
Vintage 10ct Gold Lions Club Tie Pin Brooch c1960s 417 Purity Heavy 3.5g Pres

Vintage 10ct Gold Lions Club Tie Pin Brooch c1960s 417 Purity Heavy 3.5g Pres

Located in Camelford, GB

SOLID GOLD LIONS CLUB PAST PRESIDENT TIE / LAPEL PIN BROOCH DETAILS Material: 10ct (417/000) Solid

Category

Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

18 Carat Yellow Gold Lion Cub Brooch or Pendant with a Cushion of Rubies
18 Carat Yellow Gold Lion Cub Brooch or Pendant with a Cushion of Rubies

18 Carat Yellow Gold Lion Cub Brooch or Pendant with a Cushion of Rubies

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

lion cub brooch, which doubles as a pendant, is an exclusive Henn design collaboration with master

Category

Early 2000s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

"SOLAR LION" by LINE VAUTRIN
"SOLAR LION" by LINE VAUTRIN

"SOLAR LION" by LINE VAUTRIN

"Le Lion Solaire", a gilded bronze and blue enameled ashtray, signed LV. Certificate of Authencity

Category

French Brooches

SeidenGang Diamond Gold Lion Pin
SeidenGang Diamond Gold Lion Pin

SeidenGang Diamond Gold Lion Pin

By SeidenGang

Located in Chicago, IL

Seidengang 18K yellow gold pin with 78 round diamonds weighing 1.09cts, G color, VS2 clarity and 2 cabochon pink tourmalines, with three 18K yellow gold chains

Category

1990s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Lion lapel pin, Garnet in Mouth
Lion lapel pin, Garnet in Mouth

Lion lapel pin, Garnet in Mouth

Unavailable|$165 / item

Lion lapel pin, Garnet in Mouth

By The Artemisian

Located in Marlton, NJ

courage The lion spirit animal is the symbol of unrivaled courage. Welcoming this spirit guide into

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Platinum LION Diamond Ruby Pin
18K Yellow Gold Platinum LION Diamond Ruby Pin

18K Yellow Gold Platinum LION Diamond Ruby Pin

Located in Miami, FL

In 18K yellow gold and platinum, this exquisite LION pin features a 0.09 carat diamond and ruby

Category

2010s European Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

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Lion Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact lion brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 197 antique edition and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a lion brooch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a lion brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Van Cleef & Arpels, David Webb and Ilias Lalaounis are consistently popular. A lion brooch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 93 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a lion brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Lion Brooch?

On average, a lion brooch at 1stDibs sells for $3,799, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $67,000 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 GucciVersaceDior 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.