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Chanel Gold Vintage Hat Pin Brooch
Chanel Gold Vintage Hat Pin Brooch

Chanel Gold Vintage Hat Pin Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Gold Vintage Hat Pin- Excellent Condition A beautiful addition to any collection. Gold

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Chanel Safety Pin Brooch Haute Couture
Chanel Safety Pin Brooch Haute Couture

Chanel Safety Pin Brooch Haute Couture

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - Golden metal brooch shaped as a safety pin. A Haute Couture Collection. Additional

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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Chopard Happy Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Clown Pin Brooch 18K WG 90/2182
Chopard Happy Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Clown Pin Brooch 18K WG 90/2182

Chopard Happy Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Clown Pin Brooch 18K WG 90/2182

By Chopard

Located in Tokyo, JP

■Item Number: 23120329 ■Brand:Chopard ■Product Name: Happy diamond pin brooch clown ■Reference

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Porcelain Lady Miniature Portrait Oval Pin Brooch
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Porcelain Lady Miniature Portrait Oval Pin Brooch

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Porcelain Lady Miniature Portrait Oval Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Victorian oval pin brooch. The frame is crafted in 14K gold, needle - base metal. Circa

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch with 29 Carat Round Sapphire and Pearl
18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch with 29 Carat Round Sapphire and Pearl

18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch with 29 Carat Round Sapphire and Pearl

Located in New York, NY

rose gold pin brooch, embodying elegance and boldness. The centerpiece is a striking 15.75 mm Paral

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chanel Emerald Cabochon Kilt Pin Brooch
Chanel Emerald Cabochon Kilt Pin Brooch

Chanel Emerald Cabochon Kilt Pin Brooch

Located in Riverdale, NY

Coco Chanel synthesizes her love of rare tumbled precious stones, with the Kilt Pin (her visits to

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Brass, Bronze

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Circle Pin Brooch
Edwardian Diamond Platinum Circle Pin Brooch

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Circle Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

round European cut diamonds set around in a circle as well as in a fine bow on top of the brooch. The

Category

Early 20th Century British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Enamel Frog Pin Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Enamel Frog Pin Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Enamel Frog Pin Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

A highly collectible Tiffany & Co. frog pin brooch, designed in the 1970s and executed in a

Category

1990s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Ruby Diamond Gold Wreath Pin-Brooch
Ruby Diamond Gold Wreath Pin-Brooch

Ruby Diamond Gold Wreath Pin-Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A simple yet detailed circle brooch featuring approximately 1.50 carats of marquise shaped rubies

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Wave Circle Diamond Pin/Brooch
Platinum Wave Circle Diamond Pin/Brooch

Platinum Wave Circle Diamond Pin/Brooch

Located in beverly hills, CA

The elegant diamond circle brooch is set in platinum and features a 2.50-carat round-brilliant-cut

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Turquoise Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Vintage Turquoise Yellow Gold Pin Brooch

Vintage Turquoise Yellow Gold Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A vintage 14k yellow gold and turquoise comma shaped brooch. Oval cabochon cut turquoise are

Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ruby Gold Lizard Pin Brooch
Diamond Ruby Gold Lizard Pin Brooch

Diamond Ruby Gold Lizard Pin Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful 14k white gold pin features sparkling old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Unique Diamond Gold Flower Pin Brooch
Unique Diamond Gold Flower Pin Brooch

Unique Diamond Gold Flower Pin Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This stunning 18k white gold flower pin is set with high quality sparkling round cut diamonds that

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Diamond Gold Sunburst Pin Brooch
Victorian Diamond Gold Sunburst Pin Brooch

Victorian Diamond Gold Sunburst Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A well made piece from the 1880’s, this antique Victorian pin depicts a bursting sun. It features a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Gold Flower Pin Brooch
Victorian Diamond Gold Flower Pin Brooch

Victorian Diamond Gold Flower Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

all around it. The pin has a bail added to it allowing it to be worn as a pendant as well. Made in 14k

Category

Antique 1890s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Diamond Gold Star Pin Brooch
Victorian Diamond Gold Star Pin Brooch

Victorian Diamond Gold Star Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A classic Victorian piece from the 1890’s, this star brooch features 7 bright and full of life

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Sterling Silver Umbrella Pin Brooch
Turquoise Sterling Silver Umbrella Pin Brooch

Turquoise Sterling Silver Umbrella Pin Brooch

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautifully Hand crafted reconstituted Turquoise and Sterling Silver brooch in the form of an open

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Victorian 0.80 Carat Diamond and Ruby 9k Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Circa 1880
Victorian 0.80 Carat Diamond and Ruby 9k Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Circa 1880

Victorian 0.80 Carat Diamond and Ruby 9k Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Circa 1880

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

silver set pin brooch; part of our diverse Victorian jewelry collection. This fine and impressive

Category

Antique 1880s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Modernist Sterling Silver Amber Pin Brooch
Modernist Sterling Silver Amber Pin Brooch

Modernist Sterling Silver Amber Pin Brooch

Located in Wallkill, NY

Large bezel set Amber set in sterling silver. Hallmarked on the pin back. Measuring 1.75" w x 1.25

Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Pin Brooch
Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Pin Brooch

Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Pin Brooch

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Pin Brooch. This

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Art Deco Platinum 2.25ctw Diamond Emerald Sapphire Floral Pin Brooch
Antique Art Deco Platinum 2.25ctw Diamond Emerald Sapphire Floral Pin Brooch

Antique Art Deco Platinum 2.25ctw Diamond Emerald Sapphire Floral Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

This stunning antique pin/brooch is crafted in solid platinum during the art deco period. It

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

Diamond Sapphire Platinum Beetle Pin Brooch
Diamond Sapphire Platinum Beetle Pin Brooch

Diamond Sapphire Platinum Beetle Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A sweet critter ready to accompany you on your next outing! It features 0.25 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds set around the beetle’s body along with 2 cabochon sapphires used ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Bar-Pin Brooch
Edwardian Diamond Platinum Bar-Pin Brooch

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Bar-Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A classic piece from the early 1900’s, this Edwardian treasure features approximately 2 carats of old mine cut diamonds. Set in a long platinum bar, this piece is still in original c...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Gold Insect Pin Brooch
Sapphire Diamond Gold Insect Pin Brooch

Sapphire Diamond Gold Insect Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A cute little critter that will accompany any sweater or blouse. It features two cabochon sapphire eyes weighing a total of 0.25 carats, along with 0.43 carats of round brilliant cut...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990s Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Openwork Logo Heart Pin Brooch
1990s Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Openwork Logo Heart Pin Brooch

1990s Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Openwork Logo Heart Pin Brooch

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a vintage logo monogram heart pin brooch designed by Christian Lacroix in 1990’s. The piece

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Late 20th Century French Modern Brooches

18 K Gold Bar Pin Brooch with Baguette Diamonds and Sapphire and Ruby Cabochon
18 K Gold Bar Pin Brooch with Baguette Diamonds and Sapphire and Ruby Cabochon

18 K Gold Bar Pin Brooch with Baguette Diamonds and Sapphire and Ruby Cabochon

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

Elegant 18 K yellow and white Gold bar pin brooch set with a heart shaped Sapphire Cabochon and and

Category

Vintage 1980s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

French 19th Century Tiger Eye Fine Pearl Rose Gold Clover Pin Brooch
French 19th Century Tiger Eye Fine Pearl Rose Gold Clover Pin Brooch

French 19th Century Tiger Eye Fine Pearl Rose Gold Clover Pin Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Pin in 18 Karat rose gold, eagle's head hallmark. A charming pin brooch featuring a 3-leaf clover

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14k Gold GIA 7.5ctw Vivid Multicolor Gemstones Open Wreath Pin Brooch Pendant
14k Gold GIA 7.5ctw Vivid Multicolor Gemstones Open Wreath Pin Brooch Pendant

14k Gold GIA 7.5ctw Vivid Multicolor Gemstones Open Wreath Pin Brooch Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

Wreath Pin Brooch Pendant. Vivid Colors Natural Gemstones. -- Sapphire Certification Details

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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...

18K Two-Tone Gold Pearl, Sapphire Butterfly Pin Brooch with Diamond Accent
18K Two-Tone Gold Pearl, Sapphire Butterfly Pin Brooch with Diamond Accent

18K Two-Tone Gold Pearl, Sapphire Butterfly Pin Brooch with Diamond Accent

Located in New York, NY

Immerse yourself in the allure of timeless elegance with this butterfly pin brooch, a masterpiece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch with 0.5 Carat Round Diamonds & Multi-Gemstones
18K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch with 0.5 Carat Round Diamonds & Multi-Gemstones

18K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch with 0.5 Carat Round Diamonds & Multi-Gemstones

Located in New York, NY

Detailed Description: Elevate your collection with this vintage 18K yellow gold pin brooch, a

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Ruby, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Ye...

Victorian Amethyst Diamond Seed Pearl Pin Brooch 1ct 14K Yellow Gold Advent
Victorian Amethyst Diamond Seed Pearl Pin Brooch 1ct 14K Yellow Gold Advent

Victorian Amethyst Diamond Seed Pearl Pin Brooch 1ct 14K Yellow Gold Advent

Located in Dearborn, MI

Vintage Antique Victorian 1.03ct Amethyst Diamond Seed Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Stunning

Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco 950 Platinum TW ~2.50 Carat Diamond Geometric Swirl Pin Brooch
Art Deco 950 Platinum TW ~2.50 Carat Diamond Geometric Swirl Pin Brooch

Art Deco 950 Platinum TW ~2.50 Carat Diamond Geometric Swirl Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is an Art Deco geometric swirl pin brooch. It is crafted in 950 platinum. The piece features

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Garnet Stag Beetle Pin Brooch
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Garnet Stag Beetle Pin Brooch

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Garnet Stag Beetle Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Victorian stag beetle pin brooch. The piece is crafted in 14K gold. It features rose cut

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 3.00 Carat Amethyst Seed Pearl Heart Pin Brooch
Victorian 14 Karat Gold 3.00 Carat Amethyst Seed Pearl Heart Pin Brooch

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 3.00 Carat Amethyst Seed Pearl Heart Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a lovely Victorian heart pin brooch crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1900. The piece features

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Stick Pin Brooch
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Stick Pin Brooch

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Stick Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Victorian crescent moon stick pin brooch. It is crafted in 18K gold. The piece features

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Bow Pin Brooch
Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Bow Pin Brooch

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Bow Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is an Edwardian bow pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. The piece features cultured pearl, rose

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Clover Gold Pin Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Clover Gold Pin Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Clover Gold Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Modernist Pin Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. A unique piece

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Early Victorian 18 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Floral Motif Drop Pin Brooch
Early Victorian 18 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Floral Motif Drop Pin Brooch

Early Victorian 18 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Floral Motif Drop Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is an amazing Victorian floral motif pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. The piece features seed

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Stick Pin Brooch
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Stick Pin Brooch

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Stick Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Victorian cluster stick pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. The piece features a cultured

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

German 1925 Art Deco Golfers Couple Enamelled Pin Brooches in Sterling Silver
German 1925 Art Deco Golfers Couple Enamelled Pin Brooches in Sterling Silver

German 1925 Art Deco Golfers Couple Enamelled Pin Brooches in Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

Germany during the art deco period, back in the 1925. This pair of pin brooches has been crafted with

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Diamond Pearl Tiara Pin Brooch
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Diamond Pearl Tiara Pin Brooch

Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Diamond Pearl Tiara Pin Brooch

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Diamond Pearl Tiara Pin Brooch. This

Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Belle Epoque Platinum Multi Color Pearl Diamond Wreath Circle Pin Brooch
Antique Belle Epoque Platinum Multi Color Pearl Diamond Wreath Circle Pin Brooch

Antique Belle Epoque Platinum Multi Color Pearl Diamond Wreath Circle Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

This beautiful antique pin brooch was crafted from solid platinum with a solid 14k yellow gold pin

Category

Early 20th Century Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

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

7.20 Ct. Vintage Platinum Old European, Baguette & Fancy Cut Diamond Pin Brooch
7.20 Ct. Vintage Platinum Old European, Baguette & Fancy Cut Diamond Pin Brooch

7.20 Ct. Vintage Platinum Old European, Baguette & Fancy Cut Diamond Pin Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

An impressive estate vintage diamond pin brooch, expertly crafted in platinum and showcasing a

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Right Facing Lady Chalcedony Cameo Large Pin Brooch
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Right Facing Lady Chalcedony Cameo Large Pin Brooch

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Right Facing Lady Chalcedony Cameo Large Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Victorian large oval pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1880. The piece features a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Chalcedony, Gold, Enamel

Victorian 925 Silver 0.22 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Pin Brooch
Victorian 925 Silver 0.22 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Pin Brooch

Victorian 925 Silver 0.22 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Pin Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Victorian crescent moon pin brooch crafted in 925 silver. The needle is made of 14K gold

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

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Pin Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of pin brooches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Find a collection of 11936 vintage versions or 1804 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of pin brooches to choose from, but Art Deco and Victorian pin brooches are of considerable interest. Tiffany & Co., Chanel and Cartier each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 4371 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut, mixed cut and brilliant cut pin brooches for sale. Most of our pin brooches for sale are for women, but there are 5064 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Pin Brooches?

Prices for pin brooches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $29 and can go as high as $225,000, while pin brooches, on average, fetch $1,703.

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.

Questions About Pin Brooches
  • 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.