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Pearl Insect Brooch

Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Victorian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Insect Brooch
Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Victorian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Insect Brooch

Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Victorian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Insect Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Insect Brooch 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Tested Circa 1880 Fabulous, Victorian diamond encrusted insect brooch.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold and Silver Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch
Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold and Silver Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold and Silver Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

This insect brooch is striking and beautiful. The insect, a fly, is set to the centre of a rose gold bar brooch.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique 1.28 Carat Diamond Pearl and Garnet Yellow Gold Hornet Brooch
Antique 1.28 Carat Diamond Pearl and Garnet Yellow Gold Hornet Brooch

Antique 1.28 Carat Diamond Pearl and Garnet Yellow Gold Hornet Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Condition This antique pearl insect brooch is fine quality, set with quality gemstones and very high color graded diamonds.

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Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Butterfly Brooch with pearls and diamonds insect
Vintage Butterfly Brooch with pearls and diamonds insect

Vintage Butterfly Brooch with pearls and diamonds insect

Located in Milano, MI

Vintage brooch depicting a butterfly set in 18ct two tone gold, finely decorated with huit-huit cut diamonds for 0.80ct total c.a. and cultured sea water pearls. Highlights: - 18ct ...

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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

14k Gold Turquoise Pearl & Topaz Fly Insect Brooch
14k Gold Turquoise Pearl & Topaz Fly Insect Brooch

14k Gold Turquoise Pearl & Topaz Fly Insect Brooch

Located in Wallkill, NY

Double wings of 14K Gold over a large Turquoise stone body with Pink Topaz Eyes. 6.3 mm pearl as the insects head. Measures 1.17" Top to bottom x .56" wide. This is out of a massive...

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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold 'Insect' Brooch
Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold 'Insect' Brooch

Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold 'Insect' Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This fine and impressive Victorian bar brooch has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The two parallel bars, ornamented with seed pearl terminals, display a stylized winged insect to t...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bee Insect 14k Gold Brooch with Ruby and Pearl
Bee Insect 14k Gold Brooch with Ruby and Pearl

Bee Insect 14k Gold Brooch with Ruby and Pearl

Located in New York, NY

14K GOLD STYLISTIC BROOCH WITH RUBY AND PEARL Metal: 14k rose gold Stones: Ruby 0.02ct, pearl Dimension: 18mm x 13mm, 2.5mm thickness Weight: 1.5 grams Retail: $900

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Pin Brooch
Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Pin Brooch

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Pin Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Victorian pearl and 0.17 carat diamond insect pin brooch in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our collection of animal related, pearl and diamond jewelry/je...

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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Insect Bar Brooch, Circa 1880
Victorian Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Insect Bar Brooch, Circa 1880

Victorian Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Insect Bar Brooch, Circa 1880

Located in Altrincham, GB

A lovely Victorian period bar brooch featuring a charming insect/bug resting in the centre.

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Insect Beetle Brooch Carnelian Pearl Glass Silver Gilt
Antique Victorian Insect Beetle Brooch Carnelian Pearl Glass Silver Gilt

Antique Victorian Insect Beetle Brooch Carnelian Pearl Glass Silver Gilt

Located in Munich, Bavaria

The silver has been gilt. The head of the insect is set with a natural half pearl.

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Antique 1880s European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch
19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch

19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

18 carats rose gold brooch, eagle's head hallmark and silver. This beautiful antique brooch is formed of a double barrette of gold, each ending at one end with a natural pearl, on wh...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapph...

Vintage 12.39 Carat Amethyst Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Insect Brooch
Vintage 12.39 Carat Amethyst Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Insect Brooch

Vintage 12.39 Carat Amethyst Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Insect Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive 12.39 carat amethyst, pearl and 0.06 carat ruby, 14 karat yellow gold 'insect' brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond and Ruby Pearl and Yellow Gold Insect Bar Brooch
Antique Diamond and Ruby Pearl and Yellow Gold Insect Bar Brooch

Antique Diamond and Ruby Pearl and Yellow Gold Insect Bar Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive antique 0.15 carat diamond and 0.02 carat ruby, 12 karat yellow gold and platinum 'insect' bar brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collection...

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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.31ct Garnet, Diamond, Ruby and Pearl Gold Insect Buttonhole Brooch
Antique 2.31ct Garnet, Diamond, Ruby and Pearl Gold Insect Buttonhole Brooch

Antique 2.31ct Garnet, Diamond, Ruby and Pearl Gold Insect Buttonhole Brooch

$2,414

H 0.21 in W 0.8 in D 1 in Dm 0.36 in L 0.72 in

Antique 2.31ct Garnet, Diamond, Ruby and Pearl Gold Insect Buttonhole Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive 2.31 carat garnet, 0.30 carat diamond, pearl, 0.04 carat ruby and 9 karat yellow gold, platinum set insect buttonhole brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelr...

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum

1970s Gilbert Albert 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pearl Scarab Insect Brooch Pendant
1970s Gilbert Albert 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pearl Scarab Insect Brooch Pendant

1970s Gilbert Albert 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pearl Scarab Insect Brooch Pendant

By Gilbert Albert

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is an insect shape brooch designed by Swiss jeweller Gilbert Albert in 1970s.

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20th Century Swiss Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl Diamond Bee Insect Pin Brooch Silver Gold
Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl Diamond Bee Insect Pin Brooch Silver Gold

Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl Diamond Bee Insect Pin Brooch Silver Gold

Located in Lisbon, PT

Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl and Diamond Bee Brooch in Silver and Gold, circa 1880. A poetic example of Victorian naturalism, this antique bee brooch from the late 19th century...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique 0.26 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Pearl Silver Set Insect Bar Brooch
Antique 0.26 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Pearl Silver Set Insect Bar Brooch

Antique 0.26 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Pearl Silver Set Insect Bar Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive 0.26 carat ruby and 1.02 carat diamond, pearl and silver set insect bar brooch - boxed; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver

Antique 18k Gold Gia Emerald Ruby Diamond & Pearl Large Fly Insect Pin Brooch
Antique 18k Gold Gia Emerald Ruby Diamond & Pearl Large Fly Insect Pin Brooch

Antique 18k Gold Gia Emerald Ruby Diamond & Pearl Large Fly Insect Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Pear Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Green Color w/ Natural Inclusions- 4-6ct (approx. based on GIA measurements)** See Certification Det...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Jade Fly Insect Leaf Brooch Pin Lapis Lazuli Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Jade Fly Insect Leaf Brooch Pin Lapis Lazuli Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro

Jade Fly Insect Leaf Brooch Pin Lapis Lazuli Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro

Located in New York, NY

This is an absolutely stunning Jade, Lapis Lazuli and Pearl Fly Bug Insect on a Leaf Brooch Pin in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.

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20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone faux pearl crystals emerald eyes bee insect designer brooch
Vintage gold tone faux pearl crystals emerald eyes bee insect designer brooch

Vintage gold tone faux pearl crystals emerald eyes bee insect designer brooch

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with crystals and faux pearl • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...

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20th Century Brooches

Antique Amethyst Garnet Spider Insect Brooch Bernhard Hertz Denmark Circa 1890
Antique Amethyst Garnet Spider Insect Brooch Bernhard Hertz Denmark Circa 1890

Antique Amethyst Garnet Spider Insect Brooch Bernhard Hertz Denmark Circa 1890

By Bernhard Hertz

Located in New York, NY

Indulge in a wonderful antique Victorian Amethyst, Garnet and Pearl Spider or Insect Beetle Bug Brooch by Bernhard Hertz of Denmark dating to circa 1890.

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Antique 19th Century Danish Victorian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, Silver

Antique French 18k Gold, Silver, Diamond, Sapphire & Pearl Insect/Bee Stickpin
Antique French 18k Gold, Silver, Diamond, Sapphire & Pearl Insect/Bee Stickpin

Antique French 18k Gold, Silver, Diamond, Sapphire & Pearl Insect/Bee Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique French figural stickpin. In 18 karat yellow gold and silver. In the form of an insect with antenna and wings. With diamonds to the head and wings, a bezel-set pink...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Enamel Insect Bug Fly Brooch Art Nouveau Gold
Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Enamel Insect Bug Fly Brooch Art Nouveau Gold

Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Enamel Insect Bug Fly Brooch Art Nouveau Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning antique Art Nouveau - Art Deco Enamel, Rose Cut and Old MIne Cut Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl Fly Bug Insect Brooch Pin in 10 Karat Gold.

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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel

Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold
Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold

Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning Art Nouveau - Art Deco Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin with an oval faceted natural mined blue Sapphire of great beauty.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect Brooch Pendant 18 Karat
Antique Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect Brooch Pendant 18 Karat

Antique Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect Brooch Pendant 18 Karat

$3,840Sale Price|20% Off

W 1.58 in D 0.6 in L 1.66 in

Antique Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect Brooch Pendant 18 Karat

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This gorgeous Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect brooch is large and wearable as a pendant or brooch.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

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Antique Ruby Pearls Insect Bee Brooch, 15 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1910
Antique Ruby Pearls Insect Bee Brooch, 15 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1910

Antique Ruby Pearls Insect Bee Brooch, 15 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1910

Located in Preston, Lancashire

This outstanding antique insect brooch pin is set with ruby and seed pearl wings, circa 1910.

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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique 15 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Ruby Winged Insect Brooch, circa 1910
Antique 15 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Ruby Winged Insect Brooch, circa 1910

Antique 15 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Ruby Winged Insect Brooch, circa 1910

Located in Preston, Lancashire

Antique turquoise, pearl and ruby insect brooch crafted in 15 karat yellow gold.

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Antique Early 1900s British Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Burma Sapphire 4.60ct Certificated Untreated, Pearl, Ruby Bee/Insect/B
Victorian Burma Sapphire 4.60ct Certificated Untreated, Pearl, Ruby Bee/Insect/B

Victorian Burma Sapphire 4.60ct Certificated Untreated, Pearl, Ruby Bee/Insect/B

Located in London, GB

An exceptional, exquisite and well preserved Victorian brooch in the form of a bee with ruby eyes, sapphire and diamond wings, natural pearl and cabochon natural untreated Burma Sapp...

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Antique 1850s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sapph...

18 Karat Gold Insect Bug Pin, Set with Turquoise Pearls Rubies, circa 1900
18 Karat Gold Insect Bug Pin, Set with Turquoise Pearls Rubies, circa 1900

18 Karat Gold Insect Bug Pin, Set with Turquoise Pearls Rubies, circa 1900

Located in Preston, Lancashire

Antique insect brooch pin, 18ct gold, circa 1900. The fabulous petite brooch features turquoise body, ruby eyes and seed pearl set wings.

Category

Early 20th Century British Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch
Victorian Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch

Located in Firenze, IT

The wings pave-set with rose cut diamonds, the body formed from a pearl in silver and gold, 3.8cm wide

Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

LB Exclusive 18k White Gold 0.60 Carat Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch
LB Exclusive 18k White Gold 0.60 Carat Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch

LB Exclusive 18k White Gold 0.60 Carat Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

Set any ensemble apart by adding this exquisite 18K White Gold brooch. Designed to resemble a dainty bug, this piece comes to life thanks to intricate metalwork on the “wings,” an op...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Pearl Insect Bar Brooch
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Pearl Insect Bar Brooch

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Pearl Insect Bar Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a typical Victorian insect jewellery example. It depicts a fly or a bee. The piece is crafted in 18K gold. It features a ruby in the center and six seed pearls on the wings. ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

18K White/Yellow Gold Diamonds, Pearl And Ruby Insect Brooch
18K White/Yellow Gold Diamonds, Pearl And Ruby Insect Brooch

18K White/Yellow Gold Diamonds, Pearl And Ruby Insect Brooch

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is an 18K White and Yellow Gold Diamonds, Pearl and Rubies Insect Brooch. A very well done brooch that depicts a large bee body and wings adorned with a cluster of sparkling tin...

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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

0.14Ct Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire & Ruby, 18k Yellow Gold Insect Brooch - Vintage
0.14Ct Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire & Ruby, 18k Yellow Gold Insect Brooch - Vintage

0.14Ct Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire & Ruby, 18k Yellow Gold Insect Brooch - Vintage

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage 0.14 carat diamond, pearl, sapphire and ruby, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set brooch in the form of a winged insect; part of our vintag...

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1990s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Natural Freshwater Pearl 14 Karat Gold Insect Brooch, 1890s
Victorian Diamond Natural Freshwater Pearl 14 Karat Gold Insect Brooch, 1890s

Victorian Diamond Natural Freshwater Pearl 14 Karat Gold Insect Brooch, 1890s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Brooch is designed as winged bee-like insect with adorable polished gold appendages and accented by ruby cabochon eyes Centering a bead set old European cut diamond weighing approxi...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Opal Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Insect Pendant Brooch
Art Nouveau Opal Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Insect Pendant Brooch

Art Nouveau Opal Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Insect Pendant Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pendant brooch designed as a stylized flying insect with fanciful wings that feature matte green gold detail Thorax centers a bezel set opal cabochon measuring approximately 5.0 x 3...

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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Opal Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Antique Insect Pendant Brooch
Art Nouveau Opal Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Antique Insect Pendant Brooch

Art Nouveau Opal Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Antique Insect Pendant Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pendant brooch is designed as a stylized insect centering a 5.0 x 3.5 mm oval opal cabochon.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Tigers Eye Insect Bar Brooch
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Tigers Eye Insect Bar Brooch

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Tigers Eye Insect Bar Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a lovely Victorian insect bar brooch. It depicts a fly or a bee. The piece is crafted in 14K gold and is adorned with 830 hallmark silver.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold

Ruser Mother-of-Pearl Insect Double Clips
Ruser Mother-of-Pearl Insect Double Clips

Ruser Mother-of-Pearl Insect Double Clips

By William Ruser

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic American jewelry famous for its use of Mississippi fresh water pearls in its decadent motifs. Ruser first started working for Trabert Hoeffer-Mauboussin before opening his own...

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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Insect Bar Pin of 15ct Gold, Circa 1890-1900
Victorian Insect Bar Pin of 15ct Gold, Circa 1890-1900

Victorian Insect Bar Pin of 15ct Gold, Circa 1890-1900

Located in Lewisburg, PA

A charming Victorian era bar pin from 1890-1900, centered with a finely rendered insect motif, set with a crystal opal body, vibrant natural ruby accents, and delicately arranged spl...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold

Antique Insect Bar Pin of 14k and 8k Gold
Antique Insect Bar Pin of 14k and 8k Gold

Antique Insect Bar Pin of 14k and 8k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

A charming antique bar pin from the early 20th century (circa 1900–1910), showcasing a whimsical fly motif rendered in 14k gold with delicate pearl, ruby, and diamond accents. The ...

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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Mabe Pearl, Pearl, and Ruby Insect Brooch, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pin
Mabe Pearl, Pearl, and Ruby Insect Brooch, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pin

Mabe Pearl, Pearl, and Ruby Insect Brooch, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pin

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Stone Information: Mabe Pearl Diameter: 17mm Pearl Diameter: 9.5mm Genuine Rubies Treatment: Heating Color: Red Cut: Round Total ...

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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Pearl Crystal Insect Pin Brooch
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Pearl Crystal Insect Pin Brooch

Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Pearl Crystal Insect Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a stunning gold tone pin brooch by Christian Dior. The piece is depicting a lovely bee. It is gold plated, embellished with clear crystals and faux pearls. It is made in 198...

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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate

14kt. pink gold insect brooch with rubies, seed pearls and cat's eye
14kt. pink gold insect brooch with rubies, seed pearls and cat's eye

14kt. pink gold insect brooch with rubies, seed pearls and cat's eye

Located in Braintree, GB

This antique insect brooch features a captivating design crafted from 14kt. gold, adorned with a stunning array of elements including a cat's eye, cabochon rubies, and delicate seed ...

Category

Antique 1880s European Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Spider and Caterpillar Insect Brooch Pair of Pearl Ruby 14 Karat Gold Retro Pins
Spider and Caterpillar Insect Brooch Pair of Pearl Ruby 14 Karat Gold Retro Pins

Spider and Caterpillar Insect Brooch Pair of Pearl Ruby 14 Karat Gold Retro Pins

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful pair of Pearl and Ruby Insect Brooch Pins in the form of a gorgeous Spider and a delightful Caterpillar in 14 Karat Gold.

Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

HATTIE CARNEGIE signed gold tone pearl emerald eyes bee bug insect pin brooch
HATTIE CARNEGIE signed gold tone pearl emerald eyes bee bug insect pin brooch

HATTIE CARNEGIE signed gold tone pearl emerald eyes bee bug insect pin brooch

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed HATTIE CARNEGIE • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sk...

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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Vintage Figural 14k Gold & Seed Pearl Insect or Bee Stickpin
Vintage Figural 14k Gold & Seed Pearl Insect or Bee Stickpin

Vintage Figural 14k Gold & Seed Pearl Insect or Bee Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage figural stickpin. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the form of a small two-winged bug (possibly a bee or a fly). Set with a red paste stone to the center of the body and...

Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Jade Ruby Pearl Butterfly Pendant Necklace Antique Art Deco Silver Insect
Jade Ruby Pearl Butterfly Pendant Necklace Antique Art Deco Silver Insect

Jade Ruby Pearl Butterfly Pendant Necklace Antique Art Deco Silver Insect

Located in New York, NY

This is a stunning Jadeite Jade, Ruby and Pearl Art Nouveau - Art Deco Butterfly Insect Moth Pendant. The wings of the butterfly are beautiful carved Jadeite Jade. There is lovely ...

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Silver

Antique Bohemian Red Garnet Pearl Butterfly Insect Pendant Or Brooch Silver
Antique Bohemian Red Garnet Pearl Butterfly Insect Pendant Or Brooch Silver

Antique Bohemian Red Garnet Pearl Butterfly Insect Pendant Or Brooch Silver

Located in New York, NY

This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Art Nouveau - Art Deco Butterfly Insect Pendant Necklace or Brooch Pin set with magnificent flat cut Bohemian Garnet gems and Pearls ...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Silver

Antique Opal Insect Conversion Charm of 10k Gold
Antique Opal Insect Conversion Charm of 10k Gold

Antique Opal Insect Conversion Charm of 10k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

Victorian Opal & Pearl Insect Pendant in 10K Gold — Brooch Conversion, Circa 1890–1900 A rare fusion of whimsy and elegance, this Victorian insect pendant brings antique charm to li...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 10k Gold

Antique Peridot & Pearl Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin
Antique Peridot & Pearl Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin

Antique Peridot & Pearl Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin

Located in Preston, Lancashire

A fine quality antique dragonfly brooch with peridot and pearls crafted in yellow gold and is expertly modeled displaying a gorgeous round-cut peridot and a total of 10 seed pearls s...

Category

Late 20th Century British Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pearl Ruby Sapphire Gold Insect Pin Brooch
Antique Pearl Ruby Sapphire Gold Insect Pin Brooch

Antique Pearl Ruby Sapphire Gold Insect Pin Brooch

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Antique 14k gold brooch, depicting pinned insect, set with one Old Mine cut diamond (approx. 0.40ct) in the center, surrounded with pearls, rose cut diamonds and sapphires.

Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique Bee Insect Brooch Diamonds Rubies Pearl Hallmarked Chester 1909
Antique Bee Insect Brooch Diamonds Rubies Pearl Hallmarked Chester 1909

Antique Bee Insect Brooch Diamonds Rubies Pearl Hallmarked Chester 1909

Located in Preston, Lancashire

An exemplary Antique Queen Bee brooch with diamonds rubies pearl and agate by Charles Peach, dated Chester 1909 The Queen bee, crafted in 9 karat yellow gold, is decorated with an i...

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Antique Early 1900s British Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Jade Tiger's Eye Ruby Pearl Gold Insect Brooch Pin Set
Antique Jade Tiger's Eye Ruby Pearl Gold Insect Brooch Pin Set

Antique Jade Tiger's Eye Ruby Pearl Gold Insect Brooch Pin Set

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A pair of 14k yellow gold pins set with jade, tiger's eye, rubies, and 7.5mm pearls. Brooches measure 34mm x 29mm and 31mm x 20mm. The weight of the pins is 17.6 grams.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Tiger's Eye

Victorian Insect Brooch Diamond Turquoise Pearl Agate Silver 18 Carat Gold
Victorian Insect Brooch Diamond Turquoise Pearl Agate Silver 18 Carat Gold

Victorian Insect Brooch Diamond Turquoise Pearl Agate Silver 18 Carat Gold

Located in Lancaster , GB

A fabulous Antique Victorian winged insect brooch set with a beautiful polished bullseye Agate abdomen leading to Turquoise and Rose cut Diamond encrusted wings, Ruby set eyes and to...

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Moonstone Insect Brooch Silver, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Moonstone Insect Brooch Silver, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Moonstone Insect Brooch Silver, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A delightful little antique Victorian brooch featuring a winged insect in the centre made up of lovely Moonstones with Pearl studded wings and red Paste eyes.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Silver

Antique French Garnet Diamond Silver Gold Insect Brooch Pin
Antique French Garnet Diamond Silver Gold Insect Brooch Pin

Antique French Garnet Diamond Silver Gold Insect Brooch Pin

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An 18k gold and silver pin set with rose cut diamonds, garnet and pearl. The brooch measures 43mm in length. The insect measures 18mm x 11mm.

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Located in Narberth, PA

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Charming 14K gold insect pin with a bezel set polished red coral cabochon body, a white pearl head and two red prong set gemstone eyes. It measures 1" long by 1" wide (wing tip to wi...

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Located in New York, NY

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Turquoise Ruby Pearl Gold Large Insect Brooch Pin
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Turquoise Ruby Pearl Gold Large Insect Brooch Pin

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

Crafted from 18K yellow, the lower body part is set with a 20 x 17 mm oval cabochon turquoise, the head with a 7 mm white cultured pearl, and the eyes are set with 2mm round natural ...

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Victorian Pearl Sapphire Ruby Diamond Bee/Insect/Bug Stick Pin, circa 1880
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Victorian Pearl Sapphire Ruby Diamond Bee/Insect/Bug Stick Pin, circa 1880

Located in London, GB

Insect Stick pin in the form of a bee (bug) with ruby eyes, sapphire body, diamond wings and pearl circa 1880. 18ct yellow gold and silver set, intricately formed and set with 2 wel...

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Pearl Insect Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the pearl insect brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 28 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect pearl insect 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. A pearl insect brooch from William Ruser — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any pearl insect brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 21 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and old mine cut versions for sale. Most of our pearl insect brooch for sale are for women, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl Insect Brooch?

Prices for a pearl insect brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $660 and can go as high as $42,104, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,737.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Pearl in Jewelry Design

The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.

Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.

It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.

According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.

On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.

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.