Van Cleef & Arpels "Jewels of a Rajah" Musical Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels "Jewels of a Rajah" Musical Brooch Description: This charming Van Cleef
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,397
H 0.99 in W 1.78 in D 0.6 in
Antique 18 K Lyre Gold Brooch Apollos Instrument Flowers Diamonds Silver Garnet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual musical brooch was created in the third quarter of the 19th century out of 18 karat
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Givenchy Gilded Gold Vermeil Hardware "Musical Angel" Brooch
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy wonderful gilded gold vermeil hardware "Musical Angel" brooch measures 2 7/8 inches
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Musical Note Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Musical Note Brooch PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 153771
Yellow Gold
.50 Carat Round Diamond Musical Scale Yellow Gold Platinum Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted with artistic elegance, this .50 carat round diamond musical scale brooch is a striking
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Multi-Colored Gemstones Diamond Pearl Gold Piano Musical Motif Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary brooch featuring a dazzling musical motif filled with life and color. The design
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone rhinestone musical notes designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Musical Mandolin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and stylish brooch of a diamond and gemstone set golden mandolin! It features 0.97 carats of
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,852
W 0.6 in D 0.24 in L 0.75 in
Antique Georgian Lyra Brooch with Locket Amethyst Gold Glas Musical Instrument
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderful Georgian gold lyre brooch is set with amethysts and has a little locket with a
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
High Shine Musical Note Gold Pin 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Musical Note Gold pin. 2.7 x 1.5 inch 14kt. yellow gold 8.1 grams
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 1 in W 2.5 in
Chita Rivera Spider Brooch Kiss Of The Spider Woman Broadway Theater History
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a piece of Musical Theater History with Chita Rivera's iconic Spider Brooch Pin worn to
1910s Antique Art Nouveau Filigree Violine Brooch Pin Christmas Gifts for Mom
Located in Champions State Gate, FL
This antique musical brooch is crafted with 925 sterling silver and features a beautiful and
Sterling Silver
Orientalist Coral Carving Musical Mid-Century Pin
Located in METAIRIE, LA
reinforced by musical instrument - Hand-Fabricated completely of 14 Karat Gold. With a vivid, even color
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
E. Wolfe Musical Frog Band Trio Platinum Gold Diamond Emerald Ruby Pin Set
Located in Palm Beach, FL
& The Web-Footed Trio. These 3 musical frogs are 18k yellow gold with Platinum instruments and bow ties
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cello Musical Instrument Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold Cello brooch. The Cello is set with 3 round brilliant cut diamond and
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.27 in W 1.6 in L 1.81 in
0.14Ct Diamond And Ruby, 18k Yellow Gold Accordion Brooch - Vintage Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
setting with a hinged pin fastening and clasp. The reverse of this musical brooch features the 18k gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold tone ab rhinestone musical notes brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Chanel C24 Collection Musical Note Brooch – Pink Heart & Chain Detail
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
From Chanel’s playful C24 Collection, this brooch combines whimsy with iconic elegance. Designed as
Musical and Whimsical Trio of Sterling Silver Frog Scatter Brooch Pins
Located in Montreal, QC
Featuring a Trio of Family Critters, each playing a Musical Instrument; crafted in Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Sold
W 1.25 in L 1.63 in
Divine Musical Harmony Aphrodite and Cherub Shell Cameo Gold Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
a winged Cherub by her side. DIVINE MUSICAL HARMONY. Hand set in 14K Yellow Gold frame. Rendered
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 2.5 in W 2 in D 0.75 in L 2.5 in
A very rare 'musical box' pendant brooch, Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer, c1954.
By Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Mitchel Maer in the early 1950s. This iconic and very rare brooch, so unique and quirky with its musical
Gilt Metal
E. Wolfe & Co. Vintage Musical Dachshund with Diamonds and Sapphires
By E. Wolfe & Company
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This whimsical and highly articulated 18k yellow gold brooch is a product of E. Wolfe & Company
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby and Pink Sapphire Trumpet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Mousson Atelier represent with prouds! 18 Karat Gold Brooch from our Musical Instruments Collection
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Fancy Colored Diamond Treble Clef Music Brooch Pendant, Music Lover's Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
musical motif brooch pendant is made of 18k white gold and fancy colored diamonds. There is one larger
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Musical 18Kt. Diamond Brooch
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Finely detailed 18kt. yellow gold brooch, depicting a bongo player, bead set in white gold with 17
Diamond, 18k Gold
Dolce and Gabbana musical instrument pin/brooch set
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Dolce and Gabbana musical instrument pin/brooch set
Charming Antique Gold Musical Bird Pin
Located in New York, NY
Most original brooch: a three-bird orchestra with a conductor and two musicians. Textured 14K
Ruby, 14k Gold
Estate Diamond and Platinum Musical Pin
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous one-of-a-kind large estate brooch. Picturing a figural heart that moves, a bird and
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Sterling Silver Musical Note Lapel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Figural "musical note" lapel watch pin. Sterling silver. Mechanical winding watch in working
Sterling Silver
Antique Gold and Diamond Musical Clef Pin
Located in New York, NY
Graceful figural musical "clef" pin.Encrusted with diamonds. Antique. 9ct. yellow gold. 1 1/3" x
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
Sold
W 0.27 in D 0.3 in L 2.03 in
Bargain Vintage 9ct Gold Treble Cleff Stock Pin Brooch c1960 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
offer is this gorgeous 9CT SOLID GOLD MUSICAL TREBLE CLEFF STOCK PIN BROOCH DETAILS Material: 9ct (375
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,356Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Size: 37.5
New Gucci Python Olympia S/S 2014 Runway Nicki Minaj Heels Booties Boots Sz 37.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stunning Gucci Python Booties S/S 2014 Size: 37.5 Green Python Heel 4.5" Front Platform 1" Nylon Straps Zips Up the Side Python & Leather Insole Acrylic Octagon Heels Bra...
Hermes Birkin 25 Rouge Exotic Lizard Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
The Hermès Birkin 25 is presented here in Rouge Exotique lizard, a softened red tone that balances vibrancy with restraint. The color offers presence while remaining versatile, makin...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
$6,139
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - IT 42
Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and pants ensemble, ss 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and flared pants ensemble. Spring-Summer 1999
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk/linen black skirt suit from Alexander McQueen including an additional matching white skirt. The jacket has peak lapels, a breast pocket, small shoulder padding, side...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2002 Top Blouse with Tom Ford Peplum Belt M
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Top Blouse + Tom Ford Leather Belt F/W 2002 Collection Ready to Wear Designer size - M ( will fit bigger sizes also - please check m...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Fully Beaded Pants + Matching Beaded Bag It. 42 US 6
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Fully Beaded Women's Evening Pants with Matching Beaded Shoulder Bag S/S 2000 Collection Designer size 42 - US 6 100% Silk, Zebra Design, Fully Beaded in Black, Gr...
Vivienne Westwood brown shearling coat dress, fw 1992
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood brown shearling coat dress. High neck, signature Westwood Orb buttons, fitted waist and flared skirt. Fall-Winter 1992
Gianni Versace Lace up Halter Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous bodycon dress in black silk eyelet by Gianni Versace Couture. It has a plunging neckline with lacing and straps crossing at the upper back. The dress has flattering seam...
1990s Moschino "Roman CarWash" Bandage Bodycon Top
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A rare style from Moschino early 90's "Roman Carwash" Bandage bodycon top with black piping at the seams. This top as 3 thick straps that makes a sexy cap sleeve marked a size 8 but ...
Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Plunging Neckline Open Back Lace Black Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Plunging Neckline Open Back Lace Black Dress IT 40 Dolce & Gabbana lace trimmed fitted dress with plunging V-neck, low back and narrow straps....
1990s Christian Lacroix Large Size Brown Black Silk Chenille 90s Mini Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 90s CHRISTIAN LACROIX brown and black silk chenille larger size strapless mini dress ! Features a beautiful brown silk chenille fabric embrodiered with hearts and pa...
1980s Louis Feraud Size 4 Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon 80s Vintage Dress + Shawl
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 1980s LOUIS FERAUD lipstick red silk chiffon sleeveless dress and large shawl! Features a flattering ruched bodice with thin spaghetti straps at each shoulder....
1970's Chanel Couture Fur Trimmed Wool Suit
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel Couture fur trimmed suit from the 1970's. Subtle beige & cream hand woven plaid jacket and skirt. Fitted silhouette with China mink trim on collar and cuffs. Soft flare to loo...
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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