1930s Green Enamel and Yellow Gold Regimantal Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, fine and impressive gold military brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a 14k yellow gold pin
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$2,698
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 1 in L 1 in
Diamond and Enamel Yellow Gold and Palladium Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
clasp to the reverse. This antique 1930's sweetheart military brooch has been independently tested
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Palladium, Enamel
$3,719
H 0.2 in W 0.94 in L 1.06 in
Vintage Platinum Salamanca Eagle Brooch with Diamonds and Ruby, 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.29 carat diamond and 0.02 carat ruby, platinum 'Salamanca eagle' military
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Chanel Brooch with a Large Pear Shaped Faux Pearl
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Elegant military inspired entwined gilt Chanel brooch with a beautiful and large pear shaped faux
Unavailable
H 1.97 in L 0.99 in
Diamonds and Garnets Cross Templar Military Order of Christ Grand 1600s Brooch
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
Portuguese Military Order of Christ, the new face of the Templar Order. This Unique Grand Cross is made of
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver
1940s Cartier 2.10 Carat Diamond Ruby Emerald Platinum Military Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
military brooch by 'Cartier'; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
1920s Antique Diamond Emerald and Yellow Gold Platinum Military Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
military brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum. The brooch reflects the regimental cap
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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H 0.38 in L 0.5 in
Oscar Heyman Mid-Century Diamond Sapphire Ruby 'Blue Star' Platinum Gold Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Greenwich, CT
' military brooch has that eternal pride written all over it. Stamped with serial number 29580. Circa 1942
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond and Enamel White Gold 'RAF' Regimental Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
' military brooch; part of our diverse diamond jewellery collections. This fine and impressive vintage RAF
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.13 in W 0.46 in L 0.88 in
Antique Diamond and White Gold Highland Light Infantry Brooch, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brooch secures with a hinged pin and clasp to the reverse. This antique 1920's sweetheart military
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Palladium
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H 0.13 in W 1.06 in L 1.14 in
Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
military brooch has been hallmarked with the maker's mark (JWB), the fineness mark for 9k white gold (9ct
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold
Antique Diamond and Ruby 9k White Gold Argyll and Sutherland Highlander Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp fastening. The impressive military brooch has been hallmarked
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Sold
W 2.37 in L 2.37 in
new CHANEL KARL LAGERFELD green clear plastic military resin shield badge brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHANEL KARL LAGERFELD green clear plastic military resin shield badge brooch Brand: CHANEL
Tiffany & Co. 1921 14K Yellow Gold Virginia Military Institute Antique Class Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
insignia and waving banner Inscribed 'Virginia Military Institute' Reverse inscribed 'A.J.B.' Completed by
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Crystal-Embellished Brooch
Located in London, GB
Blue and gold plated metal military star brooch from Yves Saint Laurent Vintage featuring a bar pin
0.36Ct Diamond, Yellow Gold Royal Artillery Sweetheart Brooch - Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Artillery 'fusil' bar brooch; part of our military related and diamond jewelry collections This fine
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Royal Air Force Sweetheart Brooch of 14k Gold and Enamel
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A rare and meaningful piece of military and aviation history, this British Royal Air Force
14k Gold, Enamel
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H 0.3 in W 0.76 in L 1.82 in
2.13Ct Diamond & 15k Yellow Gold Royal Scots Fusiliers Regimental Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
regimental brooch; part of our military jewelry collections This exceptional antique military brooch has
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.09 in W 1.02 in L 1.46 in
Antique 2.52 Carat Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold and Palladium Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sweetheart military brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium, Enamel
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H 0.19 in W 1.32 in L 1.65 in
Antique Diamond and Enamel Yellow Gold and Platinum Sweetheart Brooch Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This antique 1930s sweetheart military brooch is hallmarked to the reverse with the maker's mark
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
1930s Enamel Yellow Gold Royal Navy Reserve Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Navy Reserve cap badge. This impressive military sweetheart brooch has a central black enamel panel
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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W 2.17 in L 1.19 in
1940s Collection Military Tank Enamel Diamonds Platinum 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
gold brooch. Perfect for military or curious jewelry collectors. It was a present from a infantry tank
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Garrards 18 Carat White Gold Royal Military College of Canada Sweetheart Brooch
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning 18ct White Gold, Diamond, Ruby and Enamel brooch modelled in the form of the Royal
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.3 in W 0.77 in D 0.18 in
Cartier 14K Gold Enamel U.S. Military WWII Patriot Son In Service Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
Cartier 14K Gold Enamel U.S. Military WWII Patriot Son In Service Brooch Pin. In excellent
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Harry Winston Jacques Timey Burmese Sapphire Diamond Necklace, 1980s
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
The Harry Winston Jacques Timey Vintage Sapphire Diamond Bib Necklace, crafted in the 20th century, showcases an Art Deco-inspired design in platinum, adorned with a plethora of diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$5,343
H 0.27 in W 0.71 in L 1.69 in
1.52 Carat Aquamarine and 2.92 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.52 carat aquamarine and 2.92 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set double clip brooch; part of our antique 1920s jewelry colle...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Cabochon Emerald Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Cabochon Emerald Brooch A Tiffany & Co. brooch that converts to a pendant, set with 12 round-cut diamonds and a cabochon emerald. Approximate Length: 1.50" Metal Type:...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K White gold invisible Ruby Flower Brooch
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
We use the top quality ruby which make in invisible setting.We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this kind of setting more than 40 years.The invisible is a highly...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$10,465Sale Price|30% Off
A Spectacular Large Siberian Amethyst and Diamond Pendant/Brooch, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique silver topped yellow gold brooch and pendant centering a gem quality natural approximately 22 ct. Siberian amethyst in a fancy octagonal shape. This stone, prong set, has an ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$854Sale Price / item|23% Off
W 0.44 in L 0.95 in
Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unleash bold elegance with this stunning panther-inspired pendant crafted in 18K white gold. Encrusted with brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.71 carats, the design capture...
Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
$113,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 60 Carat Diamond Floral Necklace Platinum
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Important exquisite grand diamond floral necklace platinum, high jewelry circa 1950's. 354 total diamonds, approximately 60 carats total. 146 round diamonds approximately F/G color ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Emerald Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Tiffany & Co brooch with emeralds and diamonds approx. 2.50-2.80ctw in diamonds. Measures - 55mm x 22mm. Weights 16.1 grams. Marked Tiffany & Co Irid Plat.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
X Pink Morpho
Located in Stockholm, SE
Exclusive original design by AtelierX . Burmese old roasted pigeon blood ruby 4.46 carats. Sweet and super positive, two carats or more with Gilder, AIGS certificate. Overall 141...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Titanium
$325,000
Damiani Diamond and Pearls Tiara
By Damiani
Located in Geneva, CH
Exceptional Tiara by Damiani. Diamonds, pearls Metal: white gold 18K (no rhodium plating). Diamonds weight: 41,50 carats color G-H clarity VVS-VS Japanese pearls: 9,60 grams. Total ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
A turn of the 20th century diamond-set fringe tiara
Located in London, GB
A turn of the 20th century diamond-set fringe tiara, the base consisting of interlocking openwork geometric scroll sections set with small old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 3¼ cara...
Diamond, Platinum
Magnificent Sapphire and Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Magnificent Mid Century Modern Sapphire and Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace. Center of Pendant, securely Hand set with a Blue Sapphire, weighin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian natural pearl and diamond pendant/brooch, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian natural pearl and diamond pendant/brooch. An impressive convertible pendant/brooch, set to either side with two natural saltwater pearls and suspending four additional natu...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 14K Gold & Silver No Heat Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Circa 1870-1890. Ceylon sapphire 11.57 carats Old mine cut diamonds approximately 8 ct tw Accompanied by AG...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald with Blue Sapphire Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald 10.38 carats with Blue Sapphire 5.20 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 12....
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 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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