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18K Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch with ca. 7 carats of diamonds (D-F/IF-VVS).
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Massive Ribbon Bow Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage massive gorgeous gold toned 3-dimensional textured ribbon bow brooch
Category
20th Century German Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Tiffany & Co. Ribbon Bow Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Tampa, FL
Tiffany & Co. Ribbon Bow Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Brooch:
Metal - 18k Yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Jewelled Ribbon Bow Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique vintage silver tone ribbon bow brooch embellished with clear crystals and a
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Belle Epoque Detailed Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in MIAMI, FL
Elegant design seen on this brooch. The brooch is crafted in 14k white gold and is themed after the
Category
20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Haute Couture Shocking Pink and Blue Schiaparelli Kings Ribbons Bow Brooch
By House of Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Blue Ribbon Bow Clip by Jean Schlumberger for Schiaparelli's Music Collection. Rare and extraordinary
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches
Round Diamond Encrusted Ribbon Bow Brooch / Pendant in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This versatile bow/ribbon design piece, set in 14 karat white gold, exudes a blend of elegance and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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W 1 in L 0.88 in
1900s 14k Rose Gold Pearl and Old European Cut Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
on brooch.
Pin Measurements:
1 inch x 1 Inch
Condition: Excellent
Category
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
Retro Ruby & Diamond Gold Floral Bow Brooch Circa 1950
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
this yellow gold ribbon bow brooch. Hallmark with the French Eagle (18k) and Dog (Platinum).
Diamonds
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Art Deco Fine Ruby, Diamond and Enamel Brooch Circa 1925
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
the Art Deco movement.
Hand-crafted in platinum, this long ribbon bow brooch features openwork floral
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
David Webb Ribbon Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful bow brooch is finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with diamonds, weighing a
Category
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
CHANEL blue striped ribbon & white CAMELLIA Bow Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Camellia brooch in white cotton set on a striped navy blue flat silk bow. Has
Category
1990s Brooches
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbons Bow Platinum Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
This whimsical 'ribbon swirl' platinum brooch is set with a multitude of white diamonds and blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1900s Platinum Ribbon Bow Old European Diamond Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 9.6 grams
Diamond Details: 2.00ct total weight, Old European and Rose Cut Diamonds, F-G Color, VS/SI Clarity
Pin...
Category
Antique Early 1900s Classical Roman Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Designer Red and Black Bakelite Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Designer Chunky Red and Black Bakelite Layered Bow Tie Ribbon Pin Brooch. For that Special
Category
Vintage 1980s Modernist Brooches
Tiffany & Co Ruby Diamond Brooch Bow Ribbon 14K Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Vintage authentic Tiffany & Co diamond brooch, bow brooch, ruby brooch, ribbon brooch. This gold
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire & Diamond Bow Ribbon Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Antique motif sapphire and diamond bow ribbon brooch in 18k white gold. Brooch contains sapphire
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Christian Lacroix Vintage Ribbon Bow Red Enamel Heart Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold toned ribbon bow design brooch featuring a red enamel heart at the
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Natural Diamond Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Natural Diamond Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
Metal: Platinum
Weight: 6.51
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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W 0.79 in L 1.3 in
Vintage David Webb Diamond & Enamel Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- 18 karat yellow gold
- 900 platinum
- 2.50 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds
- Blue and green enamel
- Double clip
- Comes with certificate of authenticity
- Style number: 091...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Enamel
Yellow Gold & Rose Gold Vintage Bow Brooch - 14k Ribbon Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Pin and Locking C-Clasp
Theme: Bow, Ribbon
Measurements
Tall: 1 1/16" (26.6mm)
Wide: 1 15/16" (48.7mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage
This gold brooch is finely
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ArtDeco c1925 Bakelite TriColor RedBlueGreen Carved Ribbon Bow BrassPin Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique ArtDeco-period Bakelite rare three-color ribbon bow hand-blended-and-carved brooch. Given
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Brass
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H 1 in W 3 in D 0.25 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co Large Ribbon Bow Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large Bow Design Vintage Brooch Pin by Tiffany & Co.
Details:
Weight: 29.8 grams
Category
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch - Yellow Gold 18k Ribbon Bow Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Clasp
Theme: Ribbon
Features: Smoothly finished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Bow Convertible Brooch/Pendant Pin - 14k Tied Ribbon Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Whale Tail Clasp
Theme: Bow, Tied Ribbon
Features: Brushed Detailing
Measurements
Tall: 27/32" (20.9mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Crystals Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Elegant Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Crystals Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.19 in L 1.38 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Logo Monogram Floppy Bow insignia Ribbon Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Glow Logo Monogram Floppy Bow insignia Ribbon Chunky Brooch
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 2.17 in L 2.96 in
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Bow Ribbon Red Enamel Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
. One such piece is his 18k yellow gold brooch fashioned in the shape of a ribbon, applied with vibrant
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage Retro 14k Rose Gold Amethyst Large Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Rectangular Step Cut - Prong Set - Medium Purple Color - 11.9x10mm (approx.)
Material: Solid 14k Rose Gold
Weight: 15.2 Grams
Overall Wi...
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Citrine Bow Brooch - 18k Emerald 2.30ct Tied Ribbon Pin Medeira
Located in Greensboro, NC
Trombone Clasp
Theme: Bow, Tied Ribbon
Measurements
Tall: 1 5/32" (29.1mm)
Wide: 1 23/32" (43.3mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Burberrys London Vintage 1990s Large Bow Ribbon Relief Flower Leaf Gold Brooch
By Burberry
Located in Wokingham, England
Burberry London Vintage 1990s Textured Large Knot Bow Ribbon Relief Flower Leaf Chunky Brooch, Gold
Category
1990s British Baroque Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.78 in L 1.82 in
Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire Ribbon Bow Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Ribbon Bow Multi-Gem Gold Brooch. Hand crafted in 14K Yellow Gold and Hand set with 3
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.69 in W 1.6 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Black Enamel Ripple Bow Ribbon Chunky Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Long Black Enamel Ripple Knot Bow Ribbon Chunky Modernist
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
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W 1.19 in L 3.15 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Geometric Knot Bow Ribbon Tassel Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Unisex Geometric Double Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Trio Bar
Category
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.89 in L 2.84 in
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Textured Knot Bow Ribbon Crystals Gold Brooch New
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Textured Knot Bow Ribbon Crystals Brooch, Gold Tone, New.
New, never
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.19 in L 1.38 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Textured Ripple Cute Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Textured Ripple Cute Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch, Gold Plated
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 0.95 in L 2.68 in
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Modernist Twist Rope Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Modernist Twist Rope Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.97 in L 2.05 in
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Glow Knot Bow Ribbon Openwork Crystals Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Glow Knot Bow Ribbon Openwork Crystals Brooch, Gold Tone
Very good
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 2.09 in L 1.42 in
Christian Dior 1972 Vintage Large Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Mesh Elegant Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1972 Vintage Large Knot Bow Ribbon Butterfly Mesh Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.82 in L 2.29 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Turquoise Dots Knot Bow Ribbon Rope Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Turquoise Blue Dots Knot Bow Ribbon Openwork Rope Brooch, Gold
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.89 in L 1.46 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Vivid Mesh Knit Ribbon Bow Flourish Flower Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Vivid Mesh Knit Ribbon Bow Flourish Flower Brooch, Gold Plated
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.97 in L 1.38 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large White Circle Pearl Openwork Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Knot Bow Ribbon White Circle Round Pearl Glow Chunky Modernist
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 2.09 in L 2.64 in
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Modernist Oval Ribbon Knot Bow Rope Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Modernist Oval Ribbon Knot Bow Rope Brooch, Gold Tone
Very excellent
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.11 in L 1.97 in
Christian Dior Vintage Black Enamel Crystal Wave Knot Bow Ribbon Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Black Enamel Crystal Wave Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch, Gold Tone
Very excellent
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
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W 1.26 in L 1.26 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1966 Vintage Large Knot Bow Dots Ribbon Butterfly Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1966 Vintage Large Knot Bow Dots Ribbon Butterfly Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.89 in L 2.49 in
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large White Circle Pearl Openwork Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large White Circle Pearl Openwork Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 2.09 in L 2.64 in
Platinum Diamond Vintage Bow Brooch Marq & Cush 19.15ctw PGS Handmade Ribbon Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Whale Tail Bullet Clasp
Theme: Bow, Ribbon
Features: This handmade brooch's two articulating ends will
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Persian turquoise heart and bow convertible locket brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold and
Category
Vintage 1930s Portuguese Victorian Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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W 1.3 in L 1.97 in
Heavy Large White Baroque Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Bow Ribbon Brooch, Pin
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Luxurious large brooch featuring a large white baroque pearl at the center of ribbed looped ribbons
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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D 1 in Dm 2.13 in
Antique Bow Ribbon Style Brooch with Old Cut Diamonds and Fine Red Coral
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th Century Antique Brooch in the Bow Ribbon Style with Old Cut Diamonds and Fine Red Coral.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold 1.71ct Round Cut Diamond Bow Ribbon Brooch / Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Rome, IT
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold 1.71 ct Round Cut Diamond Bow Ribbon Brooch / Pin.
The brooch
Category
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Retro Tiffany & Co. 14k Gold Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(3) Natural Genuine Ruby - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Pinkish Red Color
(3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set
Material: 14k Solid Rose, Yel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
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H 2.1 in W 3.1 in
Vintage Solid Platinum 1.95ctw Old Cut Diamond Ribbon Bow Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Transitional & Old European Cut - Prong Set - VS2/SI1 Clarity - G-I Color - 0.65ctw (approx.)
(42) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Tra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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H 1.2 in W 1.1 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1968 Trio Layer Circle Hoop Mesh Ribbon Knot Bow Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1968 Vintage Trio Double Layer Circle Round Hoop Mesh Ribbon Knot Bow
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.19 in L 1.78 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Double Wavy Long Knot Bow Ribbon Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Double Wavy Long Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch, Gold Plated
Very
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 0.95 in L 2.68 in
D'Orlan Vintage 1980s Textured Large Black Enamel Knot Bow Ribbon Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
D'Orlan Vintage 1980s Unisex Textured Large Black Enamel Knot Bow Ribbon Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.34 in L 1.66 in
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Ribbon Present Gift Knot Bow Heart Love Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Ribbon Present Gift Knot Bow Heart Love Brooch, Gold Tone
Very
Category
Vintage 1970s German Baroque Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.5 in L 1.5 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1962 Vintage Knot Bow Ribbon Navy Green Dots Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1962 Vintage Knot Bow Ribbon Navy Green Dots Brooch, Gold Tone
Very good
Category
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.97 in L 2.68 in
1.01 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Ribbon Bow Tie Brooch in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful piece of jewelry showcasing a ribbon / bow tie design made in 18k yellow gold, accented
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Ribbon Bow Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the ribbon bow brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. You can easily find a 44 antique edition and 6 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect ribbon bow brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A ribbon bow brooch from Tiffany & Co., Cartier and David Webb — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A ribbon bow brooch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 27 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. When shopping for a ribbon bow brooch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Ribbon Bow Brooch?
The price for a ribbon bow brooch starts at $270 and tops out at $65,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $3,200.
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 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.
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