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MONSTER BEETLE 1950 Retro Brooch In 14Kt & Sterling Silver With Multi Gemstones
MONSTER BEETLE 1950 Retro Brooch In 14Kt & Sterling Silver With Multi Gemstones

MONSTER BEETLE 1950 Retro Brooch In 14Kt & Sterling Silver With Multi Gemstones

Located in Miami, FL

An American monster beetle from the mid-century period. This is an art & craft brooch that we

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Quartz, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Si...

1970s Dazzling Costume Jewelry Floral Italian Brooch by 6 Donna
1970s Dazzling Costume Jewelry Floral Italian Brooch by 6 Donna

1970s Dazzling Costume Jewelry Floral Italian Brooch by 6 Donna

By 6DONNA

Located in Aci Castello, IT

elevating any outfit with its mid-century charm. It is in excellent vintage condition and is a perfect find

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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches

Vintage 1960’s Platinum Diamond Bouquet Brooch 6.29ct
Vintage 1960’s Platinum Diamond Bouquet Brooch 6.29ct

Vintage 1960’s Platinum Diamond Bouquet Brooch 6.29ct

Located in Boston, MA

and diamonds. This mid-century treasure exemplifies the quality and artistry of vintage jewelry design

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Italian Diamond Sardinian Coral Dove Brooch Pendant in 18K Gold Platinum
Italian Diamond Sardinian Coral Dove Brooch Pendant in 18K Gold Platinum

Italian Diamond Sardinian Coral Dove Brooch Pendant in 18K Gold Platinum

Located in Miami, FL

A beautifully romantic expression of mid-century Italian craftsmanship, this exceptional

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Romantic Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18ct Gold Chalcedony Cat Brooch: Ruby Eyes, Italian Design
Vintage 18ct Gold Chalcedony Cat Brooch: Ruby Eyes, Italian Design

Vintage 18ct Gold Chalcedony Cat Brooch: Ruby Eyes, Italian Design

Located in Brighton, GB

. A curved tail completes the silhouette, echoing mid-century Italian design sensibilities. Marked

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Jester Diamond Coral Enamel Clip Brooch Yellow Gold Cased
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Jester Diamond Coral Enamel Clip Brooch Yellow Gold Cased

Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Jester Diamond Coral Enamel Clip Brooch Yellow Gold Cased

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Lisbon, PT

Van Cleef & Arpels (VCA) Mid-Century Jester diamond, coral and green enamel clip brooch in 18kt

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Gold Heart Form Woven Lacticework Brooch w/ Cabachon by Tiffany & Co.
18K Gold Heart Form Woven Lacticework Brooch w/ Cabachon by Tiffany & Co.

18K Gold Heart Form Woven Lacticework Brooch w/ Cabachon by Tiffany & Co.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This stunning brooch by Tiffany & Co. exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship of mid-century

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Brooch - Vintage 18K Gold & Platinum 7.00 CTW Diamond & 8.00 Ct Ruby Double Feat
Brooch - Vintage 18K Gold & Platinum 7.00 CTW Diamond & 8.00 Ct Ruby Double Feat

Brooch - Vintage 18K Gold & Platinum 7.00 CTW Diamond & 8.00 Ct Ruby Double Feat

Located in Miami, FL

metal composition, this substantial 39.9-gram piece serves as an elite showcase of mid-century high

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Line Vautrin Talosel and Mirrors Brooch St Hubert Model
Line Vautrin Talosel and Mirrors Brooch St Hubert Model

Line Vautrin Talosel and Mirrors Brooch St Hubert Model

By Line Vautrin

Located in Atlanta, GA

, where material alchemy meets poetic design. A rare opportunity to own a piece of mid-century French

Category

Vintage 1950s French Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Coro Enamel Iris Brooch
Vintage Coro Enamel Iris Brooch

Vintage Coro Enamel Iris Brooch

By Coro

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

artistry and elegance of the Coro brand, renowned for its fine costume jewelry in the mid-20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Brooch 9.25 Carat, circa 1950s
Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Brooch 9.25 Carat, circa 1950s

Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Brooch 9.25 Carat, circa 1950s

Located in Wailea, HI

This magnificent mid-century brooch, dating to circa **1950s**, is a masterclass in post-war

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Reino Saastamoinen Amethyst and 18K Gold Maahiset (Earth Imps) Brooch, 1969
Reino Saastamoinen Amethyst and 18K Gold Maahiset (Earth Imps) Brooch, 1969

Reino Saastamoinen Amethyst and 18K Gold Maahiset (Earth Imps) Brooch, 1969

Located in New York, NY

, his work remains highly valued among collectors of mid-century modern jewelry. His pieces, often

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Romantic Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hattie Carnegie En- tremblant Bug Brooch 1950s
Vintage Hattie Carnegie En- tremblant Bug Brooch 1950s

Vintage Hattie Carnegie En- tremblant Bug Brooch 1950s

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A wonderfully mischievous Vintage Hattie Carnegie En tremblant Bug Brooch from the 1950s. Mid

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Vintage 1950s Brooches

Vintage R.O.M. Jewelry Co. Multicolor Rhinestone Wreath Brooch
Vintage R.O.M. Jewelry Co. Multicolor Rhinestone Wreath Brooch

Vintage R.O.M. Jewelry Co. Multicolor Rhinestone Wreath Brooch

Located in Milford, DE

A radiant mid-century brooch by R.O.M. Jewelry Co., crafted in a shimmering silver-tone setting and

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal

Mellerio Dits Meller 18K Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond Pavé Ribbon Clip Brooch 1940s
Mellerio Dits Meller 18K Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond Pavé Ribbon Clip Brooch 1940s

Mellerio Dits Meller 18K Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond Pavé Ribbon Clip Brooch 1940s

By Mellerio

Located in Monaco, MC

crowned heads of Europe — this exuberant clip brooch captures the playful vitality of mid-century French

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

3.20 Carats Total Round Diamond Starburst Pendant/Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
3.20 Carats Total Round Diamond Starburst Pendant/Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

3.20 Carats Total Round Diamond Starburst Pendant/Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This dazzling starburst brooch doubles as a pendant and captures the brilliance of mid-century

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 1950 Midcentury Enameled Flower Brooch in 18 Karat Gold with Sapphires
Italian 1950 Midcentury Enameled Flower Brooch in 18 Karat Gold with Sapphires

Italian 1950 Midcentury Enameled Flower Brooch in 18 Karat Gold with Sapphires

Located in Miami, FL

mid century period, back in the 1950. This piece has been carefully crafted in the shape of a flower

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Post-War Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Chaumet Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Sapphire Clip Brooch, Circa 1960s
Chaumet Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Sapphire Clip Brooch, Circa 1960s

Chaumet Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Sapphire Clip Brooch, Circa 1960s

By Chaumet

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

bold mid-century design language. Scattered across the form are round-cut sapphires in rich royal blue

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Yachting, Rowing, & Duck Hunting Stick Pin Brooch
14K Gold Yachting, Rowing, & Duck Hunting Stick Pin Brooch

14K Gold Yachting, Rowing, & Duck Hunting Stick Pin Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

-18K and mounted in a Mid-Century 14k gold frame. Marked to the catch on the reverse for 14k. Simply

Category

20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, 14k Gold

1950s Set of Two 5.00ct Diamond Platinum Pin
1950s Set of Two 5.00ct Diamond Platinum Pin

1950s Set of Two 5.00ct Diamond Platinum Pin

Located in New York, NY

A striking example of mid-century glamour, this exquisite 1950s platinum and diamond pin set

Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s Set of Two 5.00ct Diamond Platinum Pin
1950s Set of Two 5.00ct Diamond Platinum Pin

1950s Set of Two 5.00ct Diamond Platinum Pin

Located in New York, NY

A striking example of mid-century glamour, this exquisite 1950s platinum and diamond pin set

Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Gold Deer Brooch by Aldo Garavelli, Italy ca. 1950
Vintage Gold Deer Brooch by Aldo Garavelli, Italy ca. 1950

Vintage Gold Deer Brooch by Aldo Garavelli, Italy ca. 1950

By Aldo Garavelli

Located in Rotterdam, NL

A stunning vintage deer pin brooch, crafted in Valenza, Italy by Aldo Garavelli during the mid

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modernist Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage 1950’s 14K White Gold Diamond Bouquet of Wheat Pin
Vintage 1950’s 14K White Gold Diamond Bouquet of Wheat Pin

Vintage 1950’s 14K White Gold Diamond Bouquet of Wheat Pin

Located in Boston, MA

An exquisite example of mid-20th century jewelry artistry, this vintage brooch from the 1950s is a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Lapponia Brooch Labyrinth Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury
Lapponia Brooch Labyrinth Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury

Lapponia Brooch Labyrinth Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury

By Björn Weckström for Lapponia

Located in New York, NY

. We have just returned from Finland with a wonderful collection of Finnish MId Century Modernist

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

1970s 18kt Gold Bee Brooch Pendant Diamond Ruby Opal Rock Crystal Tourmaline
1970s 18kt Gold Bee Brooch Pendant Diamond Ruby Opal Rock Crystal Tourmaline

1970s 18kt Gold Bee Brooch Pendant Diamond Ruby Opal Rock Crystal Tourmaline

Located in Aventura, FL

brooch/pendant is sure to be a cherished piece for years to come. Period: 1970´s Style: Mid-Century

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Crystal, Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k...

Vintage Italian Designer Coral and Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Brooch
Vintage Italian Designer Coral and Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Brooch

Vintage Italian Designer Coral and Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Brooch

Located in Derby, NY

and sophistication. Bearing the Italian maker's mark 1647AL, this brooch represents authentic mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond and AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Pin
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Pin

18k Yellow Gold Diamond and AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Pin

Located in Plantation, FL

This is an original mid-20th century turban clip, dating to the 1950s, finely crafted in 18 karat

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Ruby Birds Brooch, 1960s
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Ruby Birds Brooch, 1960s

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Ruby Birds Brooch, 1960s

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Roma, RM

& Arpels’ aesthetic in the mid-20th century, when the Maison favored vibrant ornamental stones to achieve a

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

1940s Retro Carved Tiger's Eye and Multi-Gem Flower Bouquet Giardinetto Brooch
1940s Retro Carved Tiger's Eye and Multi-Gem Flower Bouquet Giardinetto Brooch

1940s Retro Carved Tiger's Eye and Multi-Gem Flower Bouquet Giardinetto Brooch

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Extraordinary Mid Century "Giardinetto" shaped brooch crafted in 14-carat yellow gold and 800

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, C...

Lapponia Brooch Man and Child Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury
Lapponia Brooch Man and Child Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury

Lapponia Brooch Man and Child Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury

By Björn Weckström for Lapponia

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning brooch by Björn Weckström for Lapponia Jewelry, from the Space Series, the

Category

Early 2000s Finnish Modern Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gubelin 18K Yellow & White Gold & Diamond Stylized Floral or Banana Fur Clip
Gubelin 18K Yellow & White Gold & Diamond Stylized Floral or Banana Fur Clip

Gubelin 18K Yellow & White Gold & Diamond Stylized Floral or Banana Fur Clip

By Gubelin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. / a maker's mark and marked to the hinge as well. Simply a wonderful Mid-Century design! Date: 20th

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sterle Paris Sapphire Diamond Turquoise Flower Brooch, 1950s
Sterle Paris Sapphire Diamond Turquoise Flower Brooch, 1950s

Sterle Paris Sapphire Diamond Turquoise Flower Brooch, 1950s

By Pierre Sterlé

Located in Dallas, TX

karat yellow gold. The brooch showcases many of the signature features of celebrated Sterlé mid-century

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Brooch 2.90 Carats
Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Brooch 2.90 Carats

Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Brooch 2.90 Carats

Located in Monaco, MC

This extraordinary vintage brooch represents the pinnacle of French mid-century jewelry

Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MidCentury HammeredSterlingSilverWire SquiggleSpiral Brooch, Circa 1940s
MidCentury HammeredSterlingSilverWire SquiggleSpiral Brooch, Circa 1940s

MidCentury HammeredSterlingSilverWire SquiggleSpiral Brooch, Circa 1940s

Located in Chicago, IL

suggest that it is a mid-century brooch, which could have been made by one of the pioneers of American

Category

Early 20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Yellow & Green Enamel Beetle Brooch
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Yellow & Green Enamel Beetle Brooch

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Yellow & Green Enamel Beetle Brooch

Located in New York, NY

& Green Enamel Beetle Brooch, a delightful statement piece embodying the artistry of mid-century enamel

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Chaumet Vintage 18k Gold Coral Diamond Brooches Pair Corallium Rubrum
Chaumet Vintage 18k Gold Coral Diamond Brooches Pair Corallium Rubrum

Chaumet Vintage 18k Gold Coral Diamond Brooches Pair Corallium Rubrum

By Chaumet

Located in Monaco, MC

quintessentially mid-century Chaumet. The brooches are designed as mirrored compositions, allowing them to be worn

Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Aurora Borealis Crystal Brooch & Earrings Set, 1950s
Vintage Aurora Borealis Crystal Brooch & Earrings Set, 1950s

Vintage Aurora Borealis Crystal Brooch & Earrings Set, 1950s

Located in Milford, DE

A luminous mid-century Aurora Borealis crystal demi-parure featuring a crescent brooch and matching

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal

Mexican Sterling Silver Brooch Antonio Pineda
Mexican Sterling Silver Brooch Antonio Pineda

Mexican Sterling Silver Brooch Antonio Pineda

By Antoñio Pineda

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Mid-Century Modern sterling silver brooch with three amethyst gem stones by Mexican Taxco

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Trifari Gold-Tone Leaf Brooch with Textured Finish, 1950s
Trifari Gold-Tone Leaf Brooch with Textured Finish, 1950s

Trifari Gold-Tone Leaf Brooch with Textured Finish, 1950s

Located in Milford, DE

signed on the reverse and showcases the brand’s mid-century design aesthetic. The brushed gold finish

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Oscar Heyman Platinum Diamond Floral Spray Brooch, 2.80 Carats Total Diamond Wei
Oscar Heyman Platinum Diamond Floral Spray Brooch, 2.80 Carats Total Diamond Wei

Oscar Heyman Platinum Diamond Floral Spray Brooch, 2.80 Carats Total Diamond Wei

By Oscar Heyman

Located in North Miami, FL

sophistication. Title: Oscar Heyman Platinum Diamond Flower Brooch, Vintage Mid-Century Floral Spray Pin Style

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Juliana Cross Statement Necklace or Brooch By DeLizza & Elster, 1960s
Juliana Cross Statement Necklace or Brooch By DeLizza & Elster, 1960s

Juliana Cross Statement Necklace or Brooch By DeLizza & Elster, 1960s

By Delizza & Elster

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Gold plated hardware

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Vintage 18k Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin Brutalist Solid Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin Brutalist Solid Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin Brutalist Solid Yellow Gold

Located in Greer, SC

. This brutalist style pendant is a great example of mid century art and craftsmanship. Stamped " 18K

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

En Tremblant - A 10.55ct Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1960.
En Tremblant - A 10.55ct Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1960.

En Tremblant - A 10.55ct Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1960.

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

traditional en tremblant flower brooch drawing inspiration from antique 18th century French examples — a

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Bow Brooch, United States, 20th Century
Retro 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Bow Brooch, United States, 20th Century

Retro 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Bow Brooch, United States, 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

this Retro 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Bow Pendant Brooch. Reflecting the mid-century aesthetics of the

Category

20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Couture Coco Chanel LinaBaretti BlackCamellias PaveCrystals YellowGold Set c1930
Couture Coco Chanel LinaBaretti BlackCamellias PaveCrystals YellowGold Set c1930

Couture Coco Chanel LinaBaretti BlackCamellias PaveCrystals YellowGold Set c1930

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

decoration. The book features numerous pieces commissioned by the Chanel founder and other mid-century

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

René Lalique Sauterelles Brooch
René Lalique Sauterelles Brooch

René Lalique Sauterelles Brooch

By René Lalique

Located in Franklin Park, IL

want you to be happy and tell everyone how easy it is to buy real Mid-Century Modern decor online

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Glass

1950s LUCIEN PICCARD 14K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone Watch Brooch
1950s LUCIEN PICCARD 14K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone Watch Brooch

1950s LUCIEN PICCARD 14K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone Watch Brooch

By Lucien Piccard

Located in New York, NY

This stunning mid-century LUCIEN PICCARD 14K yellow gold multicolor gemstone watch brooch is a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Pocket Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Mid 20th Century Cameo Brooch Circa 1950s
Mid 20th Century Cameo Brooch Circa 1950s

Mid 20th Century Cameo Brooch Circa 1950s

Located in ADELAIDE, SA

Mid 20th Century cameo brooch. This shell carved cameo of a woman in high relief is beautiful

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

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Midcentury Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact midcentury brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect midcentury brooch 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 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic midcentury brooch over the years, but those made by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Joseph Kutchinsky are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A midcentury brooch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 50 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our midcentury brooch for sale are for women, but there are 50 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Midcentury Brooch?

The price for a midcentury brooch starts at $147 and tops out at $55,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $3,000.

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.