Vintage 1950 Duck Novelty brooch Pearl Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A delightful 18 K yellow Vintage Duck brooch feauturing 1 cultured pearl, Rubies, Sapphires
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Vintage Gripoix Gold Blue, Red, Green Orange Novelty Key Brooch Pin
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage gold gripoix novelty brooch pin ! Features a distressed gold with gripoix glass beads
1960s Coro Apple Pink Green Blue Gold Novelty Rhinestone Vintage 60s Brooch Pin
By Coro
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic CORO signed pink, blue and green rhinestone gold apple novelty brooch pin ! Features pastel
Victorian Enamel and Diamond Handkerchief Brooch
Located in New York, NY
original box. 18k gold novelty brooch with enamel and rose diamond accents within initials. 1870's UK, a
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold
$823
W 0.67 in D 0.32 in L 1.86 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Violin Brooch Birmingham 1892 Hallmark
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Victorian novelty brooch is designed in the shape of a violin. It is created out of sterling
Sterling Silver
Rare Victorian Mining Brooches
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary novelty brooches from the mid 19th Century. When new mines were opened to the public
Opal, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Hattie Carnegie Devil with Jeweled Harp
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in New York, NY
era. Novelty brooches were all the rage in the 1930's and 40's and Hattie Carnegie created many iconic
Gilt Metal
Victorian Bird in Shoe Brooch of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
the form of a clog, complete with a bird and its nest containing three pearl “eggs.” Novelty brooches
Pearl, 18k Gold
19th Century "Secret Lover" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
. This mid 19th Century novelty brooch is made of the highest quality materials and craftsmanship. The
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
$340
W 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Vintage Jeweled Spider Brooch in Vibrant Pink Rhinestones, Gold-Tone Insect Pin
Located in Milford, DE
novelty brooches sold through American department stores and costume jewelry houses of the era. A
Crystal
$5,681Sale Price|36% Off
W 1.19 in D 0.22 in L 0.89 in
Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 1ctw Diamond & Ruby Kookaburra Bird Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
branch. Novelty brooches depicting animals were popular in the later Victorian era, birds being a
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Perdezani Novelty Duck Brooch
By Pederzani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From the prestigious Perderzani jewelry family, a beautifully made duck brooch with an oval-shaped
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Novelty Flamingo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Novelty Flamingo Brooch from the 1930's. Likely made by Coro with pave accents
Base Metal
Taylor Novelty Stage Coach Watch Brooch
By House of Taylor Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Taylor Novelty Stage Coach Watch Brooch from the 1940's. Gilt metal with cherubs
Gilt Metal
$1,816
H 3.94 in W 2.17 in Dm 0.91 in
STARET/STAR - Novelty Company, RHINESTONE FLOWER BROOCH, Chicago 1922-1947
By Staret
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Highly collectible and rare Staret/Novelty Company flower brooch is well thought highly collectible
Crystal, Base Metal
$8,284
H 0.23 in W 0.71 in L 1.42 in
Antique Ruby 1.63 Carat Diamond 9k and 14k Yellow Gold Bicycle Brooch Circa 1915
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
appreciated up close. Novelty brooches of this kind were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver
1960s Coro Apple Orange Green Clear Rhinestone Novelty Vintage 60s Brooch Pin
By Coro
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic CORO signed orange, green and clear rhinestone Apple of my eye brooch pin ! Features sparkly
Pauline Rader Chattering Monkey Brooch
By Pauline Rader
Located in New York, NY
Adorable novelty Pauline Rader Chattering Monkey Brooch from the 1960's. The lower jaw is set with
Gilt Metal
REINAD Asian Princess Statement Brooch, 1940’s
By Reinad
Located in Atlanta, GA
1940's Reinad novelty gilt gold brooch in the form of an Asian Princess colorfully bejeweled with
Gilt Metal
Victorian Tortoise Beetle Brooch, English, circa 1875.
Located in London, GB
beetles graduating in size from the centre in closed back claw settings, to a novelty beetle brooch
Yellow Gold
$4,500
W 0.99 in L 1.82 in
Diamond Birds Parrots & Pearl Branch Vintage Style Brooch 14K Two Tone Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
. The novelty birds brooch is therefore used in many cases to signify love and constancy across both
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/Pendant Buckle Shape 18K Gold - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Victorian novelty 18ct gold brooch/pendant made c
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Birds on a Pearl Branch Vintage Style Brooch in 18K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. The novelty birds brooch is therefore used in many cases to signify love and constancy across both
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Trifari Retro Faux Ruby Transformation Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
large faux faceted ruby stone is prong set in a retro floriform removeable clip brooch. A novelty
Gilt Metal
Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
novelty brooch in the form of a butterfly, from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable
Vintage GEORGES RECH Corn Novelty Brooch
By Georges Rech
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage GEORGES RECH Corn Novelty Brooch Measurement: Height: 3.26 inches (8.3 cm) Width: 1.37
Vintage MOSCHINO Teapot Beaded Novelty Brooch
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Teapot Beaded Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.89 inches (4.8 cm) Width
Unavailable
Vintage MOSCHINO Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.94 inches (10 cm) Width: 3.35
Vintage MOSCHINO Templar Cross Novelty Brooch
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Templar Cross Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.15 inches (8 cm) Width
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Cherry Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Cherry Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 4.13 inches (10.5
Vintage MOSCHINO Yellow Citrus Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Yellow Citrus Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 4.13 inches
Vintage MOSCHINO Antique Framed Flower Beaded Novelty Brooch
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Antique Framed Flower Beaded Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.61 inches
Vintage GEORGES RECH Side Profile Woman Novelty Brooch
By Georges Rech
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage GEORGES RECH Side Profile Woman Novelty Brooch Measurement: Height: 1.96 inches (5 cm
Vintage SCOOTER PARIS Lizard Rhinestone Resin Figural Novelty Brooch
By Scooter Paris
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage SCOOTER PARIS Lizard Rhinestone Resin Figural Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.34
Vintage CHANTAL THOMASS Bow and Fruit Basket Novelty Brooch
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANTAL THOMASS Bow and Fruit Basket Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.74 inches (9.5
Enamel
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Heart Flower Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Heart Flower Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.44 inches (6.2 cm
Vintage MOSCHINO Jewelled Heart Cherub Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Jewelled Heart Cherub Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.87 inches (7.3 cm
Vintage MOSCHINO Orange Scallop Fan Shell Novelty Brooch
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Orange Scallop Fan Shell Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.63 inches (6.7
Vintage MOSCHINO Gold Beaded Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Gold Beaded Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.54 inches (9 cm
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of jewellery dating to the 1930's is this novelty brooch depicting a 1920's/30's
Silver Plate
Art Deco Celluloid 1930s Novelty Brooch
Located in Westward ho, GB
Beautiful piece of jewellery dating to the 1930's is this novelty brooch depicting a 1920's/30's
Silver Plate
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Harp Limited Edition Novelty Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Harp Limited Edition Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 4.40 inches (11.2
Vintage Masssive LINDA HATTAB PARIS Textured Leaf Novelty Brooch
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Masssive LINDA HATTAB PARIS Textured Leaf Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 5.11 inches
Vintage Masssive LINDA HATTAB PARIS Textured Star Novelty Brooch
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Masssive LINDA HATTAB PARIS Textured Star Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.54 inches
Vintage SCHERRER PARIS Hand with Cigarette Rhinestone Studded Novelty Brooch
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage SCHERRER PARIS Hand with Cigarette Rhinestone Studded Novelty Brooch Measurements: Length
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Scale Angel Cherub Pearl Logo Novelty Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Scale Angel Cherub Pearl Logo Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.77
Vintage Massive JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Antelope Head Spiral Horn Novelty Brooch
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
. - Gilt antelope head with spiral horn novelty brooch. - Signed SCHERRER PARIS. - Gold tone hardware
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
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
H 3.08 in W 1.46 in D 0.28 in
Antique Edwardian Novelty Hanging Paste set Monkey 9ct Gold and Silver Brooch
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Amusing novelty brooches were popular in the Victorian and Edwardian periods with piece such as
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Unavailable
Antique Art Deco Penguins Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Such a sweet antique novelty brooch dating from the 1920s. The two penguins have their flippers
Ruby, Silver
A Charming Agate Gold Oil Lamp Brooch by Mellerio
Located in London, GB
a double pin fitting, also stamped with Gold Marks, makes this a good quality novelty Brooch which
Agate, 18k Gold
18ct Gold Diamond Umbrella Brooch, E. Wolfe & Co, 1988
By E. Wolfe & Company
Located in Glasgow, GB
E. Wolfe & Co. novelty brooch in 18ct gold, featuring an umbrella shape with matte and polished
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Heart Flower Novelty Drop Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Heart Flower Novelty Drop Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.54 inches (9 cm
Unavailable
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Torch Pearl Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
inches (3.2 cm) FEATURES: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD. - Novelty torch brooch with pearl. - Gunmetal
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Tower Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
) Width: 1.18 inches (3 cm) FEATURES: - 100% Authentic KARL LAGERFELD. - Novelty tower brooch with
Diamond and Semi Precious Stone Set Gold Aeroplane Brooch
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
set novelty brooch Modelled as a realistic aeroplane, a white main body, grain set with a total of
Gold
Sold
W 0.36 in D 0.08 in L 2.17 in
Retro Diamond Set Golf Club Novelty Brooch Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in London, GB
A fun and unusual novelty brooch taking the form of a golf club, circa 1940. Realistically modeled
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Russian Gold Novelty Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
St. Petersburg 1880s. Rose and green 14K gold, glossy enamel, designed as scissors and a pair of cherries, length 50 mm (2 in.)
Vintage Sapphire Gold Owl Brooch
Located in Banbury, GB
An unusual 9ct gold Novelty brooch with a very cute owl perched on a bar that was made circa 1960s
Sapphire, Gold
Asprey of London 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Monkey Brooch Pendant
By Asprey
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A gold, enamel, and diamond set novelty brooch pendant, by Asprey of London. Modelled as a howling
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unusual Victorian Gold Broom
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary novelty brooch from the late 19th Century with charming figural motif. The Victorians
14k Gold
Art Deco Ruby Onyx Diamond Chimney Sweep Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a unique novelty brooch taken from a time when the Art Deco movement was at the
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Novelty Clip Parrot Brooch, by GARRARD
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as a parrot with a oval cabochon-cut almandine garnet and a diamond eye.
Length 6 cm.
Fitted case by Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Garnet, 18k Gold
Beaded Miniature Chandelier Novelty Holiday Brooch, 1980's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Add a touch of whimsy to your lapel with a 1980's beaded brooch in the shape of a chandelier or
Cartier Green Chalcedony Ruby Diamond Gold Novelty Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Firenze, IT
The bird perched upon a black enameled gold branch, with a green chalcedony body, ruby eye, the feathers set with round cut diamond Mounted in 18Kt yellow gold Signed Cartier,...
Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold, Ruby & Emerald Novelty Window Box "Opens!"
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K Yellow Gold, Ruby & Emerald Novelty Window Box -1 inch tall by 1 inch wide (windows open) and
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique French 18K Gold Silver Diamond Ruby Pearl Cat Brooch C1890
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique late 19th C French Novelty animal brooch in silver and gold with 2 kittens playing with a
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Retro Trumpet Brooch Diamond, Emerald and Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
. This fun and unusual novelty trumpet brooch is realistically modeled in polished 18 karat yellow gold
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.11 in W 1.78 in D 0.4 in
Antique Sentimental Novelty Brooch Bird Forget Me Not Turquoise Pearl Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This charming Victorian novelty brooch was made out of silver in 1880 ca. It is designed as a
Pearl, Turquoise, Silver
Antique Russian Amethyst Silver Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
made in Moscow between 1882 and 1898 This Victorian era novelty brooch is designed as a gold
Amethyst
Antique Edwardian 800 Silver Paste Monkey Novelty Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
back. Novelty brooches were popular in the Victorian and Edwardian periods. It was a fun way of
Crystal, Ruby, Silver
Vintage 1940's Brass and Enamel pendant leaf brooch novelty autumn jewellery
Located in Nashville, TN
This original vintage 1940's pendant brooch, composed of a stylised gold toned brass branch from
Brass, Enamel
Novelty Bee Pin w Cultured Pearl & Diamonds Bumble Bee Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This novelty bee brooch has two genuine cultured pearls with diamonds in the eyes. It is created
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Paste Sculling Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco paste novelty sporting brooch from the 1930's depicting a rower in motion set
Sterling Silver
Late-Victorian Diamond and Enamel Jockey Brooch
Located in London, GB
in very good condition. Unmarked tested as platinum. A delightful late-Victorian novelty brooch
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Grasshopper Brooch
Located in London, GB
brooch is in excellent condition. Unmarked, tested as 18ct gold and silver. A late Victorian novelty
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Ruby Gold Frog Novelty Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond set frog novelty bar brooch, the old and rose-cut diamond frog seated on a bar
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Lipstick Novelty Brooch
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Lipstick Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.75 inches (7 cm) Diameter
Gold and Enamel Novelty Brooch
Located in London, GB
A gold and enamel novelty brooch, designed as a charmingly scruffy clown with articulated hands and
18k Gold
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Mask Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Mask Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.12 inches (5.4 cm) Width
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Jewelled Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Jewelled Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.42 inches
Vintage Massive LINDA HATTAB PARIS Hammered Half Face Novelty Brooch
By Georges Rech
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive LINDA HATTAB PARIS Hammered Half Face Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.77
$1,816 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
18K Solid Gold Diamond Blue Bird Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Celebrate mid-century vintage elegance with the 18K Solid Gold Diamond Blue Bird Brooch – a truly one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Crafted from solid yellow gold, this brooch features a ma...
Diamond, Gold
David Webb Platinum 40.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Of particular interest and rarity this David Webb mid-century floral brooch enhanced old-cut diamonds mounted moustly in Platinum with just a few yellow gold petal accents. Total car...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Whimsical Dog Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Cartier, Paris, France. This delightful Terrier pin by Cartier is the perfect whimsical accessory. Charming animal brooches were all the rage in the fifties, six...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Hummingbird Diamond Brooch Pin in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Hummingbird Diamond Pin Brooch Style: Vintage Pin / Brooch Metal: Platinum PT950 Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamonds & 1 Round Faceted Blue Sapphire Total Carat We...
Diamond, Platinum
Boucheron Gemset Duck Brooch, France, ca. 1960s
By Boucheron
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A ruby, diamond and turquoise gold duck brooch, ca. 1960s, Boucheron, France. The whimsical duck brooch is beautifully adorned with a ruby cabochon eye, buffed turquoise wings and r...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$5,207
H 1.03 in W 1.62 in
Mellerio Birds Brooch in 18 Karat Gold Chrysoprases, Rubies, Diamond Circa 1960
By Mellerio
Located in Paris, FR
MELLERIO Birds singing on a Branch brooch in 18 kt yellow gold chrysoprase, ruby, diamond circa 1950-60 Brooch from MELLERIO in 18 kt 750/000 yellow gold, depicting 3 birds on a bran...
Ruby, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Gold Spray Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.78 carat diamond and 0.43 carat sapphire, 0.29 carat emerald and 0.62 carat ruby and 18 karat gold spray brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collecti...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, 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.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.