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Tiffany & Co. Rare and Iconic Gold and Coral Large Sea Urchin Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Rare and Iconic Gold and Coral Large Sea Urchin Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Rare and Iconic Gold and Coral Large Sea Urchin Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960s Tiffany & Company Sea Urchin Brooch, Measuring 2 1/8 inches in Diameter and 1 inch

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Exceptional Hermès Chick in Eggshell 2 tones Gold Brooch Easter Theme Rare
Exceptional Hermès Chick in Eggshell 2 tones Gold Brooch Easter Theme Rare

Exceptional Hermès Chick in Eggshell 2 tones Gold Brooch Easter Theme Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable Authentic Hermès Brooch In shape of a Chick coming out of its eggshell Made in France in

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Egyptian Revival Pharoah Brooch Lapis Diamond Ruby Pearl Enamel Art Deco
Rare Egyptian Revival Pharoah Brooch Lapis Diamond Ruby Pearl Enamel Art Deco

Rare Egyptian Revival Pharoah Brooch Lapis Diamond Ruby Pearl Enamel Art Deco

Located in New York, NY

with yellow, blue and black enamel. The brooch depicts a Pharoah hand carved in Lapis Lazuli. The

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Fannière Freres Paris 1880 Rare Etruscan Bacchus Brooch 18Kt Gold Lapis Lazuli
Fannière Freres Paris 1880 Rare Etruscan Bacchus Brooch 18Kt Gold Lapis Lazuli

Fannière Freres Paris 1880 Rare Etruscan Bacchus Brooch 18Kt Gold Lapis Lazuli

By Fannière Frères

Located in Miami, FL

Etruscan brooch designed by Fannière Freres. Very rare and important piece, created in Paris

Category

Antique 1880s French Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare 18k gold Victorian owl brooch - large Owl Head - Antique pin - Art Nouveau
Rare 18k gold Victorian owl brooch - large Owl Head - Antique pin - Art Nouveau

Rare 18k gold Victorian owl brooch - large Owl Head - Antique pin - Art Nouveau

Located in Antwerp, BE

This wonderful Victorian owl brooch stole our hearts the second we laid eyes on it. This antique

Category

Early 20th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare H Stern Mid-Century 18K Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Modernist Brooch Pendant
Rare H Stern Mid-Century 18K Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Modernist Brooch Pendant

Rare H Stern Mid-Century 18K Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Modernist Brooch Pendant

By H. Stern

Located in New York, NY

in perfect harmony. This Rare H. Stern Blue-Green Tourmaline Modernist Mid-Century 18K Gold Brooch

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modernist Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co Vintage Paloma Picasso Rare Modernist 1.60 Inch 18 Karat Gold Brooch
Tiffany Co Vintage Paloma Picasso Rare Modernist 1.60 Inch 18 Karat Gold Brooch

Tiffany Co Vintage Paloma Picasso Rare Modernist 1.60 Inch 18 Karat Gold Brooch

By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

, Paloma Picasso. Vintage Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso Rare Gold Brooches may refer to a range of

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NWT $46, 800 Rare 18KT Black Opal Fancy Parrot Diamond Sapphire Emerald Brooch
NWT $46, 800 Rare 18KT Black Opal Fancy Parrot Diamond Sapphire Emerald Brooch

NWT $46, 800 Rare 18KT Black Opal Fancy Parrot Diamond Sapphire Emerald Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Black Opal and Diamond Parrot Brooch Pin. Brooch features Magnificent Rare Color Changing Black Opal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, Gold,...

Rare 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Enamel Owl Brooch 0.80 Inch Long
Rare 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Enamel Owl Brooch 0.80 Inch Long

Rare 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Enamel Owl Brooch 0.80 Inch Long

$1,121Sale Price|25% Off

H 0.8 in W 0.6 in Dm 0.6 in L 0.8 in

Rare 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Enamel Owl Brooch 0.80 Inch Long

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Vintage Rare 14 karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Enamel Owl Brooch, a stunning and

Category

Mid-20th Century British Romantic Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bird Brooch Large 6cm Size Rare 5 Berry Design 70
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bird Brooch Large 6cm Size Rare 5 Berry Design 70

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bird Brooch Large 6cm Size Rare 5 Berry Design 70

By Georg Jensen

Located in New York, NY

This large brooch pin by Georg Jensen is the classic Dove bird. This rare early version features

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Retro Gold Sapphire and Rare Blue Cabochon Moonstone Leaf Shaped Pin Brooch 1970
Retro Gold Sapphire and Rare Blue Cabochon Moonstone Leaf Shaped Pin Brooch 1970

Retro Gold Sapphire and Rare Blue Cabochon Moonstone Leaf Shaped Pin Brooch 1970

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A magnificent 14kt yellow gold retro Sapphire and blue cabochon moonstone leaf shaped pin brooch

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Retro Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

A rare enamelled metal and paste 'Two Birds ' brooch, Trifari, USA, 1930s
A rare enamelled metal and paste 'Two Birds ' brooch, Trifari, USA, 1930s

A rare enamelled metal and paste 'Two Birds ' brooch, Trifari, USA, 1930s

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A beautifully crafted and highly sort after/collectable early piece from Trifari, an enchanting 'life in miniature', with two birds on a branch, with bird box. Cold enamelled and hig...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

Moira of London Rare Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch in 18Kt with 1.51 Ctw Diamonds
Moira of London Rare Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch in 18Kt with 1.51 Ctw Diamonds

Moira of London Rare Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch in 18Kt with 1.51 Ctw Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

Exceptional brooch designed by Moira of London. A very rare and important piece created by the

Category

Vintage 1970s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Rare Victorian brooch - 18 K Yellow gold Queen Bee set with rose cut diamond
Rare Victorian brooch - 18 K Yellow gold Queen Bee set with rose cut diamond

Rare Victorian brooch - 18 K Yellow gold Queen Bee set with rose cut diamond

Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is this stunning Bee brooch. This 18 ct yellow gold beauty is most likely crafted in the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

HAR rare vintage Genie Cleopatra Harem girl brooch with the fish bowl, 1960 U.S
HAR rare vintage Genie Cleopatra Harem girl brooch with the fish bowl, 1960 U.S

HAR rare vintage Genie Cleopatra Harem girl brooch with the fish bowl, 1960 U.S

By Har Jewelry

Located in Stuttgart, DE

This fantastic HAR brooch is a rare find! The gold toned Cleopatra holds a bowl with a gold-toned

Category

Vintage 1950s American Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Lacroix 1990 brooch
Christian Lacroix 1990 brooch

Christian Lacroix 1990 brooch

By Ugo Correani for Christian Lacroix

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Very rare and massive Christian Lacroix brooch in a shape of rubans in gold plate and red enamel a

Category

1990s French Brooches

Countess Cis Berry Brooch
Countess Cis Berry Brooch

Countess Cis Berry Brooch

By Countess Cis

Located in New York, NY

Rare Countess Cis Berry Brooch from the 1960's. Designed with a deep blue glass berries with molded

Category

Vintage 1960s French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

18k Brooch Is Back, Chili Pepper Brooch with 15.28ct Tsavorites & Yellow Diamond
18k Brooch Is Back, Chili Pepper Brooch with 15.28ct Tsavorites & Yellow Diamond

18k Brooch Is Back, Chili Pepper Brooch with 15.28ct Tsavorites & Yellow Diamond

Located in Great Neck, NY

glamour of rare gemstones. The brooch trend is back, seen everywhere on red carpets and fashion

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Tsavorite, Emerald, 18k Gold, Wh...

Rose Brooch 18kt Gold Tsavorite, Diamond & Ruby Pink Diamond Brooch
Rose Brooch 18kt Gold Tsavorite, Diamond & Ruby Pink Diamond Brooch

Rose Brooch 18kt Gold Tsavorite, Diamond & Ruby Pink Diamond Brooch

Located in Jupiter, FL

Rare exquisite rose diamond brooch made with garnets, rubies and diamonds in 18KT whtie gold. GRAM

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Sunburst Brooch Pendant
Antique Diamond Sunburst Brooch Pendant

Antique Diamond Sunburst Brooch Pendant

Located in London, GB

Here we have have a beautiful and rare diamond starburst brooch dating back to the Victorian era

Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Victorian Large Diamond Arrow Brooch
Victorian Large Diamond Arrow Brooch

Victorian Large Diamond Arrow Brooch

Located in London, GB

An incredible and rare diamond brooch dating back to the Victorian era. The brooch is crafted in

Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Georgian Lover's Eye Brooch
Georgian Lover's Eye Brooch

Georgian Lover's Eye Brooch

$4,800

W 0.75 in L 1.4 in

Georgian Lover's Eye Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Rare Georgian Lover's Eye Brooch from the late 1700's. Painted miniature portrait of a young woman

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

1940s Acquamarine brooch bow diamonds
1940s Acquamarine brooch bow diamonds

1940s Acquamarine brooch bow diamonds

Located in Milano, MI

Rare to find, 1940s period brooch set in 18ct gold and natural acquamarines and diamonds

Category

Vintage 1940s European Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Countess Cis Bakelite Cherry Brooch
Countess Cis Bakelite Cherry Brooch

Countess Cis Bakelite Cherry Brooch

By Countess Cis

Located in New York, NY

Rare Countess Cis Bakelite Cherry Brooch from the 1960's. Designed with a bakelite cherries with

Category

Vintage 1960s French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Countess Cis Bakelite Plum Brooch
Countess Cis Bakelite Plum Brooch

Countess Cis Bakelite Plum Brooch

By Countess Cis

Located in New York, NY

Rare Countess Cis Bakelite Plum Brooch from the 1960's. Designed with a large bakelite "plum" set

Category

Vintage 1950s French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Brass

Theodor Fahrner Gemstone Peacock Brooch
Theodor Fahrner Gemstone Peacock Brooch

Theodor Fahrner Gemstone Peacock Brooch

By Theodor Fahrner

Located in New York, NY

Rare Theodor Fahrner Gemstone Peacock Brooch from the Art Deco Period, 1930's Germany. Hand set

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Massive Countess Cis Floral Brooch
Massive Countess Cis Floral Brooch

Massive Countess Cis Floral Brooch

$3,600

H 3.5 in W 2.75 in

Massive Countess Cis Floral Brooch

By Countess Cis Zoltowska

Located in New York, NY

Incredible and rare Massive Countess Cis Floral Brooch from the 1950's France. Enormous rasberry

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Coco Neige Pearls & Crystals Brooch
Chanel Coco Neige Pearls & Crystals Brooch

Chanel Coco Neige Pearls & Crystals Brooch

$1,064 / set

W 1.97 in L 1.97 in

Chanel Coco Neige Pearls & Crystals Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Absolutely stunning Chanel Coco Neige brooch, a rare collector's piece! This geometric brooch

Category

2010s Brooches

Rare Trifari Retro Bow
Rare Trifari Retro Bow

Rare Trifari Retro Bow

$2,250

H 2 in W 3 in

Rare Trifari Retro Bow

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Unusual and rare Trifari 2 toned retro bow brooch. Pink and yellow gold are mixed with sapphire and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

Roger Jean Pierre Topaz Fringed Brooch
Roger Jean Pierre Topaz Fringed Brooch

Roger Jean Pierre Topaz Fringed Brooch

By Roger Jean-Pierre

Located in New York, NY

Roger Jean Pierre topaz fringed brooch. Composed of rare chevron cut topaz crystal ombre focal

Category

Vintage 1950s French Anglo-Indian Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Brooch
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Brooch

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Brooch

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Nice, FR

THIERRY MUGLER vintage rare silver tone brooch embellished with blue crystals. From a French

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Isabel Canovas, Paris 1980s Pineapple Brooch
Isabel Canovas, Paris 1980s Pineapple Brooch

Isabel Canovas, Paris 1980s Pineapple Brooch

$1,050

W 1.75 in D 0.5 in L 2.75 in

Isabel Canovas, Paris 1980s Pineapple Brooch

By Isabel Canovas

Located in New York, NY

A lovely and rare early 1980s pineapple brooch by famous French designer Isabel Canovas. The

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Mazer Fruit Salad Bird Brooch
Mazer Fruit Salad Bird Brooch

Mazer Fruit Salad Bird Brooch

By Mazer

Located in New York, NY

Amazing and Rare Mazer Fruit Salad Bird Brooch from the 1930's. A large gilt bird's head with pave

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch
Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch

Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch

$78,500

W 0.75 in L 1.75 in

Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This rare Cartier Paris aquamarine brooch with its bold diamond chevron patterning dates from the

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Rare Dujay Dimensional Parrot
Rare Dujay Dimensional Parrot

Rare Dujay Dimensional Parrot

$2,850

W 1.5 in L 4 in

Rare Dujay Dimensional Parrot

By DuJay Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Rare and large Dujay Dimensional Parrot set in sterling silver from the 1940's. Made in 2 layers

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Antique Faberge Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Antique Faberge Sapphire and Diamond Brooch

Antique Faberge Sapphire and Diamond Brooch

By Karl Fabergé

Located in London, GB

This is a truly rare and wonderful brooch from the luxury jewellery house Faberge. The brooch dates

Category

Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Rare Corocraft Blinking Flower Clip
Rare Corocraft Blinking Flower Clip

Rare Corocraft Blinking Flower Clip

By Corocraft

Located in New York, NY

Rare Corocraft Blinking Flower Clip from the 1930's. This unusual series has a hinged panel on

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Brooch
Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Brooch

Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Rare Trifari Jewels of India Brooch from the Moghul series. Elaborate pave crystal stone work set

Category

Vintage 1960s American Anglo-Indian Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Gilt Metal

Antique metal and glass flower fur brooch
Antique metal and glass flower fur brooch

Antique metal and glass flower fur brooch

Located in New York, NY

Antique rare fur brooch made in the shape of a flower with topaz-colored glass petals A large

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Edwardian 15ct Gold Grouse Brooch, c.1910s
Edwardian 15ct Gold Grouse Brooch, c.1910s

Edwardian 15ct Gold Grouse Brooch, c.1910s

Located in London, GB

A rare find, this beautiful brooch was hand made in the likeness of a grouse during the Edwardian

Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 15k Gold

Black Americana Themed Bakelite Figural Brooch
Black Americana Themed Bakelite Figural Brooch

Black Americana Themed Bakelite Figural Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Super unusual and rare, collectible black Americana themed brooch of a young boys face in hand

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Rare Oversized Chanel Jewelled Crest*
Rare Oversized Chanel Jewelled Crest*

Rare Oversized Chanel Jewelled Crest*

By Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Rare Byzantine Crest Brooch of rectangular and square cut gem colored and crystal foiled stones

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Fabrice Paris Floral Carved Brass and Chrome Brooch
Fabrice Paris Floral Carved Brass and Chrome Brooch

Fabrice Paris Floral Carved Brass and Chrome Brooch

By Fabrice

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fabrice, Paris designed this elegant floral brooch. The rare piece features a brass and chrome leaf

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Brass

Gianni Versace Vintage Massive Modernist Brooch
Gianni Versace Vintage Massive Modernist Brooch

Gianni Versace Vintage Massive Modernist Brooch

By Gianni Versace

Located in Nice, FR

GIANNI VERSACE vintage rare massive silver toned modernist brooch. Circa 1987. Similar design on

Category

20th Century Italian Brooches

GIA Certified Natural Pearl & Diamond Brooch Victorian
GIA Certified Natural Pearl & Diamond Brooch Victorian

GIA Certified Natural Pearl & Diamond Brooch Victorian

Located in Northampton, MA

. This rare Victorian brooch ships with a GIA certificate attesting to the fact that the pearls are

Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian, GIA Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Victorian, GIA Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch

Victorian, GIA Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

This rare Victorian brooch boasts a beautiful GIA graded natural pearl measuring 10.36 x 9.38 mm

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1963 Georges Braque Gold "Alphée" Brooch
1963 Georges Braque Gold "Alphée" Brooch

1963 Georges Braque Gold "Alphée" Brooch

By Georges Braque

Located in Paris, FR

Rare 18K gold Brooch called Alphée by Georges Braque (1882-1963), inventor of cubism. It is Signed

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Rock Crystal Portuguese Brooch Gold Silver
Antique Rock Crystal Portuguese Brooch Gold Silver

Antique Rock Crystal Portuguese Brooch Gold Silver

Located in Napoli, IT

The Magic of 19th Century This rare antique brooch is 19th Century A master crafted piece made of

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Portuguese Georgian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique 18K YG Emerald Diamond Seed Pearl Whimsical Brooch
Antique 18K YG Emerald Diamond Seed Pearl Whimsical Brooch

Antique 18K YG Emerald Diamond Seed Pearl Whimsical Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A rare antique figural brooch, exquisitely crafted in 18K gold, depicting two richly textured pearl

Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Brooch 2.90 Carats
Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Brooch 2.90 Carats

Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Brooch 2.90 Carats

Located in Monaco, MC

timeless design. This French vintage brooch represents a rare opportunity to acquire museum-quality

Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amazing Marcel Boucher Enamel Sweet Peapod Brooch
Amazing Marcel Boucher Enamel Sweet Peapod Brooch

Amazing Marcel Boucher Enamel Sweet Peapod Brooch

By Marcel Boucher

Located in New York, NY

Massive and Rare Marcel Boucher Sweet Peapod brooch circa 1940. The large scale brooch of a sweet

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal, Enamel

Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin

Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Miami, FL

Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin A Rare and Collectible Masterpiece Presenting

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

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Rare Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of rare brooches for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 306 vintage versions or 23 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of rare brooches made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Hermès and Christian Lacroix are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 32, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut rare brooches and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of rare brooches, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Rare Brooches?

Prices for rare brooches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $129,215, while rare brooches, on average, fetch $1,420.

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.