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E. Pearl Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Large Frog Brooch Pin
By Erwin Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
A peculiar Toad brooch pin by E. Pearl company , highly collectible with a textured finish,  This
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Vintage 1980s Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Erwin Pearl 8.00 Carat Natural Diamonds and Red Spinel Brooch Pin 18 Karat
By Erwin Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Erwin Pearl Handmade raised Brooch 6.00ct. diamonds & 2.00ct. natural red spinels Diamonds: H-I
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Diamond Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
18k yelow gold brooch with 8mm pearls, each set with an approx. 0.03ct diamond in the center
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Gold Diamond Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14k gold brooch, with 3mm to 4.3mm pearls, and approx. 2.60ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Pearl and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Large pearl and diamond brooch in 18-karat white gold. Gracefully spread over the bee's wings are
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

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

18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pearl Brooch Pin. Lovely flower brooch pin with the center of each
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
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W 1.04 in L 1.89 in
Miriam Haskell Pearl Stick Pin/Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Miriam Haskell pearl stick pin/brooch. This is a gilt Russian gold metal flowers stick
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Vintage 1940s American Baroque Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Pearl Stick Pin/Brooch
Miriam Haskell Pearl Stick Pin/Brooch
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H 3.5 in W 1.125 in D 0.75 in
Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This bee brooch features a splendid Tahitian pearl of 15.5mm diameter. The wings are set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gol...

Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Pin Brooch
Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Pin Brooch
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W 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Erwin Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Peacock Plume Brooch with Round Diamonds 3.44
By Erwin Pearl
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely exquisite diamond and 18 karat yellow gold peacock motif brooch / hatpin by Erwin Pearl
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
. The pearl pendant is detachable and can be worn separately. The brooch is one-of-a-kind. It was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
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W 3.5 in L 2.5 in
Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamonds Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This golden pearl and diamond bee brooch features a pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The flexible wings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphir...

Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamonds Pin Brooch
Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamonds Pin Brooch
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W 1.75 in L 1.75 in
Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a large South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold,...

Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Cartier Pearl Diamond Gold Circle Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k gold circle brooch by Cartier, with 4.4mm pearls and approx. 0.36ctw in diamonds. Brooch is
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Sapphire Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond bee brooch features a South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The wings are set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sap...

Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Sapphire Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Sapphire Brooch Pin
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W 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Mikimoto Estate Brooch Pin Sterling Silver M103 This is a Unique Custom
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pin/Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Antique Victorian Pearl Rough Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pin/Brooch. Two Baroque pearls in the
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pin/Brooch
Antique Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pin/Brooch
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W 0.8 in L 2.5 in
Black Tahitian Pearl Tarantula Spider Brooch Pin
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A phenomenal Victorian revival brooch pin. The large spider is laced with a cluster of sparkling
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2010s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

14 Karat Pearl Sapphire Golfer Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Pearl Sapphire Golfer Brooch/Pin. A palm tree and a lady golfer are set on a gold frame
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.75 mm M181 This elegant Authentic
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Early 2000s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Petite Pearl Gold Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this charming little vintage treat decorated with petite pearls in platinum. The bar pin is
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Antique Early 1900s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Pearl Brooch Pin 18KT Yellow Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful pearl pin made in 18Kt yellow gold, Victorian. GRAM WEIGHT: 3.51gr GOLD: 18KT yellow
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Antique 16th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Bee Brooch Pin 17mm Pearl
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This bee brooch features a golden pearl of 17mm diameter. The flexible wings are set with custom
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Bee Brooch Pin 17mm Pearl
Ella Gafter Bee Brooch Pin 17mm Pearl
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W 1.75 in L 1.75 in
Vintage Carved Mother Of Pearl Buddha Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage carved mother-of-pearl figural brooch representing Laughing Buddha, also known as Fat
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl

Ella Gafter Diamond 18mm Pearl Seahorse Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This diamond seahorse brooch pin features a sculptural body with tinted New Zealand paua shell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 7 mm M289 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5 mm M288 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 7.40 mm M285 This elegant Authentic
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.05 mm M279 This elegant Authentic
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 14k Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 14k Gold 6 mm M273 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14k Gold
Category

1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 7.10 mm M277 This elegant Authentic
Category

1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Ella Gafter Swan Diamond 18mm Pearl Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond swan brooch pin features an intricate play of mother-of-pearl and crystal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Coral, Crystal, White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, South Sea ...

Ella Gafter Diamond 17mm Pearl Fish Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
. The pearl pendant is detachable and can be worn separately. The brooch is one-of-a-kind. It was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Sterling Silver Akoya Pearl Pin/Brooch #16719
By Mikimoto
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver Akoya pearl pin by Mikimoto. Beautiful design featuring 8 pearls and a scroll
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 4.65 mm M280 This elegant Authentic
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 4.5 mm M270 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.5 mm M300 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
Category

1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Ella Gafter Ruby Pearl Diamond Bow Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The bow pin features a drop shape faceted ruby of pigeon blood color for the weight of 6.10 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Go...

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Brooch / Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Brooch/Pendant- This lovely brooch is crafted in
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 8 mm M294 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Emerald Fish Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
in any way. The pearl pendant is detachable and can be worn separately. The brooch is one-of-a-kind
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Go...

Ella Gafter 19mm Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a golden pearl of the very rare size of 19mm diameter. The pearl is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, 18k Gold,...

Ella Gafter 19mm Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter 19mm Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Ella Gafter Spider 18.2mm Pearl Spider Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a voluminous Australian pearl of 18.2mm diameter. The pearl is untreated
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold,...

Ella Gafter Spider 18.2mm Pearl Spider Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Spider 18.2mm Pearl Spider Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Ella Gafter Pearl Sapphire Diamond Turtle Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This three-dimensional diamond turtle brooch features a carapace decorated with tinted New Zealand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire,...

Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamond Sapphire Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond bee brooch features a South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The flexible wings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby, Blue Sap...

Ella Gafter 18mm Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a voluminous Australian pearl of 18mm diameter. The pearl is untreated
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, South Sea Pearl...

Ella Gafter 18mm Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter 18mm Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.74 mm M303 This elegant
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Garavelli 18K Gold Ruby Coral Pearl Pin Brooch
By Garavelli
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18K yellow gold figural pin brooch by Garavelli, an Italian jewelry brand established in
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Coral, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Branch Brooch/Pin
Located in beverly hills, CA
A charming vintage 14K yellow gold brooch. The gold is weaved into a beautiful branch texture with
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.85 mm M302 This elegant
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Sterling Silver Pearl Double Loop Pin/Brooch #14648
By Mikimoto
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mikimoto pearl and sterling silver double loop pin/brooch. Beautiful sterling silver loops adorned
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14k Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14K Gold This stunning vintage brooch / pin is finely crafted
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 15k Oval Citrine & Seed Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Bloomington, MN
Sweet 15k Oval Citrine & Seed Pearl Pin Brooch Elegantly designed, this brooch radiates
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique 15k Oval Citrine & Seed Pearl Pin Brooch
Antique 15k Oval Citrine & Seed Pearl Pin Brooch
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W 0.79 in L 0.63 in
Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18k gold brooch, with three blue sapphires and one old mine diamond, as well as 5 pearls
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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold

Antique Flying Owl Brooch Pin with Diamond & Pearls
Located in Danvers, MA
I'm delighted to offer this very fine quality Art Nouveau gold Flying Owl Brooch Pin, that would
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Belperron Diamond Pearl Platinum Gold Tassel Brooch Pin
By Belperron
Located in New York, NY
diamonds and a combination of white and black pearls, measuring from 5.3mm to 7mm. Brooch is 6" long when
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond Pearl Celestial Crescent Moon Brooch Pin
Located in Danvers, MA
So elegant, this Celestial Diamond & Pearl Crescent Moon brooch has some of the prettiest and most
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond spider brooch features a Tahitian pearl of 16.5mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Spider Tahitian Black Pearl Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Antique Gold Cannetille and Seed Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century drop-shaped brooch created in 14 karat gold. The brooch is set with seven
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold and platinum set pin brooch; part of our diverse antique Victorian brooch collections
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
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H 0.37 in W 0.62 in L 0.77 in
Vintage Sterling Silver Pearl Rhinestone Lapel Pin Wreath Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
are interspersed with white pearls. The pin at the back of the brooch is provided with a c-clasp
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

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Pin Brooch Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pin brooch pearl for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 750 antique edition and 153 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect pin brooch pearl may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic pin brooch pearl over the years, but those made by Ella Gafter, Mikimoto and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A pin brooch pearl can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Pearl rings, from our inventory of 644, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and oval cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pin brooch pearl, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Pin Brooch Pearl?

On average, a pin brooch pearl at 1stDibs sells for $1,958, while they’re typically $99 on the low end and $238,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right brooches for You

Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

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.

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 on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.

Questions About Pin Brooch Pearl
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.