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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
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1970s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
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W 1.04 in L 1.89 in
18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin. Superb eight-petal flower brooch pin with highly texturized
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1970s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Retro 18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin
18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin
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H 0.18 in Dm 1.11 in
Vintage gold tone Bow Brooch pin
Located in Capri, IT
Vintage gold tone Bow Brooch pin
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1980s Italian Retro Brooch Pin

Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Platinum 6ctw Diamond Vintage Brooch Pin Material: Platinum Diamond Details: Approximately
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Retro Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
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H 0.65 in W 1.37 in L 2.25 in
Diamond Flower Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This charming antique brooch pin circa 1940s is crafted in solid platinum. A great item for someone
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Platinum

Retro Diamond Flower Platinum Brooch Pin
Diamond Flower Platinum Brooch Pin
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W 2.2 in L 2.3 in
Yellow Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch/Pin. This is a simple and delicate yet sophisticated
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1970s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Yellow Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch/Pin
Yellow Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch/Pin
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H 0.11 in W 0.62 in D 0.1 in
1950s Blue Enamel Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1950s Blue Enamel Flower Brooch Pin. See measurement and weight ( pictures attached)
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1950s Retro Brooch Pin

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Enamel

18K Gold Owl Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This antique 18k Gold Owl brooch pin, Truly captures the Beauty of the animal kingdom. handcrafted
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooch Pin

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18k Gold

Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin. Six round diamonds are bead-set on the body, two round
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1980s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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

Retro Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin
Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin
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H 0.11 in W 0.11 in
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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1970s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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

Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin. Very pretty white and yellow gold with pave-set round
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1990s American Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin
Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin
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W 1.02 in D 0.45 in L 1.08 in
Vintage Gold Tone Hearts Faux Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Capri, IT
Vintage Gold Tone Hearts Faux Pearl Brooch Pin
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1980s Italian Retro Brooch Pin

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Corded Knot Pretzel Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Corded Knot Pretzel Brooch/Pin. There is a locking C clasp. The brooch/pin
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1970s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Retro Leaf Brooch Pin 18K Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This authentic Tiffany and Co. brooch pin is crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold. It is made in the
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1980s Retro Brooch Pin

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Ruby Bow Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Delightful brooch pin crafted in 18 karat white gold featuring round brilliant cut diamonds
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1980s Unknown Modern Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Three Leaf Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
finish and a 14K stamp. The brooch/pin has a gold weight of 7.4 grams.
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1970s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Three Leaf Brooch/Pin
14 Karat Three Leaf Brooch/Pin
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H 1.52 in W 1.1 in
Fabrice Paris Multicolor Wheels Resin Brooch Pin
By Fabrice
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabrice, Paris designed this charming resin brooch pin. Completely handmade each piece is unique
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1990s French Artisan Retro Brooch Pin

Fabrice Paris Multicolor Wheels Resin Brooch Pin
Fabrice Paris Multicolor Wheels Resin Brooch Pin
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W 3.43 in L 3.63 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Rose Brooch Pin, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Rose Brooch Pin is crafted from 18k gold and features
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond

18 Karat Gold Diamond Retro Flower Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Stunning flower brooch pin, in 18k Gold set with approx. 5 carats of beautiful near colorless
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1950s Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Violin and Bow Gold Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Diamond Violin and Bow Gold Brooch Pin. Hand set with Pave Diamonds, approx
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Late 20th Century Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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1980s Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Emerald, Yellow Gold

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 Retro Brooch Pin

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Sterling Ruby Emerald Matador Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Two-Tone Ruby Emerald Matador Brooch/Pin. Absolutely fabulous multi-gemstone Matador pin featuring
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1980s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Emerald, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Sterling Ruby Emerald Matador Brooch/Pin
Yellow Gold Sterling Ruby Emerald Matador Brooch/Pin
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H 1.2 in W 1.56 in D 0.43 in
Artisan Art Face Modernist Sterling Silver Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous and so Expressive...Mid Century Modern Art Face Brooch Pin; Hand crafted in Sterling
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1960s Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Sterling Silver

Sabbadini Large Mystery Set Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
By Sabaddini
Located in Miami, FL
This outstanding Collectable flower brooch pin was designed by Sabbadini, Italy. It is handcrafted
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sabbadini Large Mystery Set Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Sabbadini Large Mystery Set Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
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H 1.42 in W 2.01 in D 19.73 in
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 Retro Brooch Pin

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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 Retro Brooch Pin

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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
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1990s Japanese Retro Brooch Pin

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Buccellati Rigato 18K Three-Tone Gold Apple Brooch Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Embrace the allure of Italian elegance with this vintage Buccellati designer brooch pin, One-of-a
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1960s Italian Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Gold

Vintage Diamond & Ruby Turtle Brooch Pin in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Diamond & Ruby Turtle Brooch Pin in 14K Yellow Gold Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Native American Carolyn Pollack Kokopelli Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch Pin. Signed and marked 925. Approx. 2" high x 1.38" wide. The perfect accessory for the Modern
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1980s American Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Sterling Silver

Cabochon Cut Ruby, Sapphire, Jade, and Diamond 18K/Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details: Item Type: Brooch Pin Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Weight: 35.70 grams
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Late 20th Century Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Cartier Dinh Van Yellow Gold Long Quill Brooch Pin
By Dinh Van for Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Long Quill Brooch Pin by Dinh Van for Cartier. Details: Length: 6.5
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1970s French Retro Brooch Pin

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Yellow Gold

Dragonfly Brooch Pin Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold / Necklace Enamel Pin Brooch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
VINTAGE DRAGONFLY BROOCH PIN / NECKLACE HAND MADE IN SPAIN WITH BRILLIANT COLORS OF ENAMEL 14K
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1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Retro Brooch Pin

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Enamel, Yellow Gold

Vintage Eisenberg Designer Signed Faux Gemstone Christmas Tree Brooch Pin
By Eisenberg
Located in Montreal, QC
Gemstones in Gold-tone mounting Holiday Brooch Pin. Measuring approx. 2.25" high. More Beautiful in Real
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Crystal, Gold Plate

1960s Vintage 9.80 Carats Diamond Flower 18k Gold Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This breathtaking vintage brooch pin is from circa the late 1960s. This diamond flower brooch pin
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1960s American Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 21.90cts Platinum Mixed-Cut Natural Diamond Tassel Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful Vintage 1960s diamond brooch pin is crafted in solid platinum. Displaying a delicate
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1960s Unknown Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Diamond French Rocking Horse Gold Clip Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Wonderful! Finely Detailed Diamond French Vintage 3D Rocking Horse Gold Clip Brooch Pin
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Eisenberg Large Swarovski Rhinestone Vintage 50s Beautiful Brooch Pin
By Eisenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s EISENBERG ICE Swarovski crystal rhinestone large signed brooch pin ! Features large
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1950s American Retro Brooch Pin

Dragonfly Brooch Pin Necklace Enamel 18 Karat Gold 'Pendant'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
VINTAGE DRAGONFLY BROOCH PIN / NECKLACE Hand made in Spain with brilliant colors of Enamel 18K
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1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Retro Brooch Pin

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Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Vintage 3 Bird Chicks Sparkling Crystal Golden Brooch Pins
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Vintage Three Tiny Chicks Bird Crystal Brooch Pins. The Chicks Beautifully
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Late 20th Century Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Line Vautrin Talosel Pink Mirror Checkerboard Brooch Pin
By Line Vautrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Line Vautrin geometric Talosel brooch pin features an encrusted rectangular shape
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1960s French Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

Vintage SIGNED BEN-AMUN Dangling Link Coin Brooch Pin Estate Jewelry
By Ben Amun
Located in Montreal, QC
SIGNED BEN-AMUN Coin Gold tone Brooch Pin; embossed decorative rectangular bar suspending 7
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1960s American Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Gold Plate

Vintage ZUNI Roadrunner Turquoise and Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in Sterling Silver and Hand set with Turquoise and assorted Stones. Measuring
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Elwood Van Clief Diamond Platinum Leaf Brooch Pin
By Elwood Van Clief
Located in Miami, FL
This 1960's brooch pin is crafted in solid platinum by famouse designer Van Clief. Pin. It weighs
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1960s American Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 0.25 Carat Ruby Gem Tulip Brooch Pin 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.25 Carat Ruby Gem Tulip Brooch Pin 18k Gold. Very elegant design of the Tulip flowers
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1970s Retro Brooch Pin

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Ruby, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris 1970s Celtic Design Cabochon Amethyst Coral Gold Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris 1970s Celtic Design Cabochon Amethyst Coral Gold Brooch Pin in an openwork design
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1970s French Modern Retro Brooch Pin

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Amethyst, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

M. Buccellati Vintage Diamond Gold Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin Presenting a collectible Butterfly brooch by
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1950s Italian Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid Century Modern Aksel Holmsen Floral Enamel Sterling Silver Brooch Pin
By Aksel Holmsen
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Aksel Holmsen Floral Yellow and Green Guilloche Enamel Gilt Sterling Silver Brooch Pin
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1950s Norwegian Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Triple Wreath Brooch Pin 18K Silver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Tiffany & Co Estate Triple Wreath Brooch Pin 18K Silver TIF540 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002
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1990s American Retro Brooch Pin

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Silver

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
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1990s Japanese Retro Brooch Pin

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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 8 mm M294 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto
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1990s Japanese Retro Brooch Pin

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

Estate Tiffany & Co. Large Diamond Umbrella Brooch Pin in Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
: Brooch / Pin Theme: Animals Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stones: 3 Round Diamond​​​​​​ Total
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1990s Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and Ruby Vintage HONORA Circle Gold Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Pearl and Ruby Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, centering a 6.2mm
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Late 20th Century Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Make a statement at your next event with this exquisite Large Buccellati Flower Brooch Pin. A
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1960s Italian Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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18k Gold, Silver

KJL Faux Coral and Turquoise Kenneth Jay Lane Ladybug Runway Brooch Pin
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Montreal, QC
KJL Faux Coral and Turquoise Ladybug Gold tone Brooch Pin by Designer Kenneth Jay Lane. Signed on
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1980s American Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Vintage Penguin Enamel Crystal Gilt Brooch Pin and Treasure Box
Located in Montreal, QC
Crystal Brooch Pin and Penguin Treasure Box. Penguin Brooch measures approx. 1.5" X 2" and Penguin
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Late 20th Century Modernist Retro Brooch Pin

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Crystal, Enamel

Vintage Austrian Crystal Rhinestone Brooch/Pin, Unsigned, Mid-20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage Austrian crystal rhinestone brooch/pin - fine European quality - graduated sizes of round
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Retro Retro Brooch Pin

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Crystal

Estate Butterfly Pink Sapphire 18karat Gold Pink Brooch Pin pendant
Located in Miami, FL
sweet brooch pin and pendant will be a joy to own, and remains in excellent condition! Weight is approx
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 12.82cttw Diamond Platinum Double Clip Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting an exquisite vintage jewelry piece: a double clip brooch pin showcasing an impressive
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1960s Art Deco Retro Brooch Pin

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Diamond, Platinum

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Retro Brooch Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the retro brooch pin you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 6436 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a retro brooch pin from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A retro brooch pin from Tiffany & Co., Chanel and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A retro brooch pin can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 1575, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding a retro brooch pin for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1878 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Retro Brooch Pin?

The price for a retro brooch pin starts at $27 and tops out at $225,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,791.

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 Retro Brooch Pin
  • 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.