Rare French Felix Resin Pansy Clip
By Felix
Located in New York, NY
Rare Felix Pansy clip brooch of fushia pink resin,faux pearls and fushia crystal. 3.5" high x 3
Rare French Felix Resin Pansy Clip
By Felix
Located in New York, NY
Rare Felix Pansy clip brooch of fushia pink resin,faux pearls and fushia crystal. 3.5" high x 3
Art Deco Mazer Fruit Salad Basket Brooch
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Mazer rare Art Deco brooch of pave and tricolor fruit salad stones. The openwork flower baskets
Rhodium, Base Metal
1990s Retro Brass French Heart Brooch by Loris Azzaro
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Aci Castello, IT
, exuding vintage luxury. This Loris Azzaro brooch is a rare and collectible piece, ideal for lovers of
Brass
Mithe Espelt Gold and Red Ceramic Brooch, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
A captivating example of French mid‑century design, this sculptural ceramic brooch is a rare and
Early Maison Gripoix Anglo Indian Peacock Brooch
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Early Maison Gripoix Anglo Indian Peacock brooch. A rare 1930s Collectors piece of amythest
Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Rare Victorian Man in the Moon
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Unusual Victorian Man in the Moon gold brooch from the late 19th Century. Victorians with
Diamond, 14k Gold
Anne and Frank Vigneri Massive Colorful Resin Brooch
By Anne & Frank Vigneri
Located in Atlanta, GA
Anne and Frank Vigneri designed this rare, impressive Lucite or Resin brooch in the 1990s. The
Rare Coro Comedy Tragedy Duette Clips
By Corocraft
Located in New York, NY
Rare Coro Comedy Tragedy Duette Clips from the 1940's. Gold plated with colored and crystal pastes
Vermeil, Base Metal
Line Vautrin School Golden Honey Talosel Resin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning and rare dangling brooch was made in the 1970s by one of Line Vautrin's students. The
Faberge Antique Russian Tourmaline Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch
By Karl Fabergé
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in St. Petersburg in the 1890s The rare antique FABERGE button-shaped brooch is centered with
Tourmaline
Antique Monkey Brooch Pendant Paste Stones Victorian Silver
Located in Mārupe, LV
collectible brooch is a rare find, perfect for antique jewelry enthusiasts, collectors of whimsical pieces
Silver
Miriam Haskell Micro Pearl Pave Stickpin Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell's two part stick pin brooch. Rare and unusually long stickpin brooch of Russian Gilt
Gilt Metal
Fabrice Paris Pewter and Copper Massive Floral Brooch
By Fabrice
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabrice, Paris designed this gorgeous floral brooch. The rare piece features a massive, polished
Copper
French 19th Century Gold Silver Hair Memory Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in silver and 18 carats yellow gold. This rare antique memory brooch is composed of an oval
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 3.05 Carat Diamond and Ruby Dolphin Brooch Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
faceted cut ruby, representing the eye. This stunning and rare antique diamond dolphin brooch secures
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Valentino Garavani Couture Brooch Gilded Metal and Rhinestones
By Valentino
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elevate your private collection with this breathtaking Valentino Garavani couture dangling brooch—a
Gilt Metal
Vintage Christian Dior Lapis Stylised Flower Brooch 1967
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
treasure from the flower power era, this rare Dior brooch features stylised gold-tone petals adorned with
1958 Vintage Grosse Gold Tone Minimalistic Design Pin Brooch
By Grosse
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a rare minimalistic design vintage brooch designed by Grosse in 1958. This piece is gold
Gold Plate
Karl Lagerfeld KL Initial Logo in Glass Oval Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
A lovely, large and rare Karl Lagerfeld carved brooch from 1980/90s. The brooch features a large
Gold Plate
Jean Clement Glazed Terracotta Dove Brooch c1930s
By Jean Clement
Located in New York, NY
Rare glazed terracotta brooch ,of grayish white, with 24kt gold detail.Mounted on a gilt metal
Ceramic
Vintage Chanel Sainte Catherine Brooch, Gold & Green Enamel, 1980
By Chanel
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This exceptional rare vintage Chanel Sainte Catherine brooch celebrates one of France’s most
Rare Victorian Iridized Cut Steel Crab
Located in New York, NY
Incredibly contemporary looking crab brooch made of iridized cut steel. This brooch is highly
Steel, Cut Steel
Gianni Versace Vintage Massive Jewelled Modernist Brooch
By Gianni Versace
Located in Nice, FR
GIANNI VERSACE vintage rare massive silver toned modernist brooch with clear crystal embellishement
Rare Coro Sterling Vermeil Lily Duette
By Corocraft
Located in New York, NY
Large and Rare Coro Sterling Vermeil Lily Duette from the 1940's. 2 huge emerald oval pastes with
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Rare Trifari Alfred Phillipe Sapphire Spray
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare Trifari Alfred Phillipe Sapphire Spray from the 1930's. Bezel set faux sapphire stones form a
Rhodium
Lapis Jade and Diamond Alpine Gentiana Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
or down. Expert hand-carving and naturalistic details make this rare hardstone brooch a stylish one
Diamond, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rare Ciner Sterling Deco Paste Duette
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Rare Ciner Sterling Deco Paste Duette from the 1930's. Large in scale, beautiful quality made in
Sterling Silver
$11,272Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Paris Art Deco Native American Chief Bust Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Tampa, FL
A rare Cartier Paris brooch modeled as a Native American chief’s head, crafted in 18 karat yellow
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver...
Line Vautrin School Amber Honey Talosel Resin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning and rare dangling brooch was made in the 1970s by one of Line Vautrin's students. The
Fabrice Paris Silver-Gray and Saffron Butterfly Carved Brooch
By Fabrice Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paris. This rare fantasy-inspired artisanal resin brooch features an oversized butterfly with a textured
Van Cleef & Arpels 16ct Diamond 'Flame' Brooches Platinum Circa 1955
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
: Platinum Weight: 22.10 grams Period: 1955 This rare, matched pair of 'Flame' brooches by Van Cleef
Diamond, Platinum
$3,000
H 0.35 in W 1.65 in L 2.15 in
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Pearl and Guilloche Enamel Keepsake Brooch
Located in New York, NY
and reinforces the brooch’s period character. Rare, symbolic, and full of human history, this is a
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Cross Brooch Sterling Silver 4 mm M379 This elegant Authentic
Pearl, Sterling Silver
French Turquoise and Diamond Grasshopper Brooch in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This stunning and rare antique gold brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The brooch has been
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Schöffel Powder Blue Crystal Droplet Brooch 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A timeless Vintage Schöffel Crystal Brooch. An ultra rare find and a seriously divine colour
18K Cartier Ruby and Diamond Cartier Nautial Club Flag Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A pennant of elegance caught in motion. This rare Cartier brooch transforms the language of
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1940s French Green Enamel & Ruby Rhinestone Leaf Branch Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Of exceptional craftsmanship, this rare vintage French brooch is designed as three overlapping
Crystal, Enamel, Base Metal
Superb Brooch Micro Mosaic in a Heavy Gold Frame
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1830-40s, 18k, Italy. This rare and early micro mosaic brooch features spectacular detail
Onyx, 18k Gold
James Barker Mabe Pearl Peridot Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Stunningly Beautiful & Very Rare The Brooch is by James Barker. The brooch is 18K 22K Yellow
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, 22k ...
Antique Diamond and Pearl Platinum Brooch and Earrings Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
brooch and earrings set reflect t of the Edwardian era, making it a rare and valuable find. This brooch
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Countess Cis Monumental Angel Fish Brooch, France 1950s
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in New York, NY
A rare Countess Cis figural brooch in the form of a large angel fish handset with a myriad of
Gilt Metal
c.1950s SEAMAN SCHEPPS Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and special brooch created by Seaman Schepps in the 1950s. Inspired by Asian motifs. It is
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Lanvin Paris Silvered Metal and Enamel Jeweled Turtle Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare Lanvin Paris brooch features a turtle with silvered metal framing, topped with yellow
Enamel
French 19th Century Natural Pearl Agate Cameo Dress Brooches
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pair of brooches in 18 karat yellow gold. Dress brooches, these rare antique jewels were worn in
Agate, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bird in Shoe Brooch of 18k Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A charming and whimsical antique brooch (circa 1880), crafted in 18k bloomed gold and designed in
Pearl, 18k Gold
Belperron Art Deco Gold Platinum Diamond Fibula Brooch
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by an ancient motif, this "fibula" brooch is a rare example of an Art Deco jewel by
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Kaso Silver Mirror Effect Ice Cube Acrylic Asymmetric Brooch
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
Harriet Bauknight for Kaso designed this stunning oversized lucite or Acrylic resin brooch. The
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Cross Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Cross Pins *Marked 03 *Made in France *Comes with the original
Antique Victorian Hand Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1860
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This rare Victorian era brooch (circa 1860) presents an exquisitely detailed hand motif, sculpted
14k Gold, Enamel
Chaumet Vintage 18k Gold Coral Diamond Brooches Pair Corallium Rubrum
By Chaumet
Located in Monaco, MC
have become increasingly rare and collectible. These Chaumet brooches represent not only exceptional
Yellow Gold
Designer E Pearl Signed Vintage Enamel Vintage Frog Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Rare Designer Signed Vintage Brooch Pin by E PEARL. Featuring a Green Enamel Frog
Enamel
Isadora Duncan Dancer Woman Goddess Cameo Brooch 18K Gold Dancing Antique
Located in New York, NY
extraordinary beauty and the imagery is very rare. The dramatic brooch is 1 7/8 inches tall. The image of the
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Starburst Botanical Brooch with Drop Spheres
Located in Miami, FL
layered with contemporary pieces for a curated look. A rare vintage rose-gold statement brooch with both
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rare Marcel Boucher Art Deco Pave Lily
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Massive Marcel Boucher Art Deco Pave Lily from the 1930's. High rhodium finish with pave
Rhodium
$14,208Sale Price|20% Off
Dm 2.37 in
Tapio Wirkkala 18ct Gold Kinetic Brooch 'Aurinko', Modernist Finland
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Rare kinetic 18 ct gold brooch. "Aurinko" (Sun) in the form of a stylized sun with moving rays
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rubies Diamonds Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fly Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
addition to any fine jewelry collection, this brooch is a rare find that effortlessly blends character
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Fabrice Paris Copper and Brass Water Lily Floral Brooch
By Fabrice
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabrice, Paris, designed this fabulous floral brooch. The rare piece features an oversized brass
Brass, Copper
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
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