A Salamander Jabot Pin/Pendant with Madeira Citrines and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A Salamander Jabot Pin/Pendant with Madeira Citrines and Diamonds A truly captivating piece of wearable art with this stunning Art Nouveau-inspired salamander jabot pin, exquisitely...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Lizard Salamander Chameleon Brooch Pin Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Lizard, Salamander, Chameleon Brooch Pin set throughout with Rose Cut Diamonds in a gorgeous three dimensional design in Silver a...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Massive 9" ISABEL CANOVAS Blue Twin Salamander Hair Pin Hair Stick Accessory
By Isabel Canovas
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive 9" ISABEL CANOVAS Blue Twin Salamander Hair Pin Hair Stick Accessory Features: - 100% authentic ISABEL CANOVAS. - Massive blue resin salamander hair slide/hair stick...
Playful Stylish and Elegant Burdeen's Ruby Diamond Gold Salamander Pin
Located in Buffalo Grove, IL
This Burdeen's Jewelry 18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Salamander Pin is encrusted with 102 Diamonds...totaling 2.10ctw.
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Salamander, German Sterling Silver, Marcasite Stone Pin
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Salamander, German Sterling Silver 2-3/4 Length, Marcasite stone Pin The pin length is one inch wide.
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Kieselstein-Cord Enormous Gold Lizard/Salamander Sapphire Pin/Brooch Dated 1990
By KIESELSTEIN-CORD
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This superb Kieselstein-Cord 18K gold pin, I believe, is among the very best pieces he has ever done! This incredible character is anything but shy. His bold look with those deep blu...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Huge 5.5" Art Deco 1940s Sterling Silver & Marcasite Salamander Pin
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and statement making Art Deco style salamander pin in sterling silver and marcasite. The salamander is cast in sterling silver with an etched designer for texture along th...
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Antique Riker Bros. Gold Seed Pearl Diamon Salamander Lizard Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Numerous Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls - Round Shape - White Color (19) Green Stones - Round Cut - Pave Set - Green Color - On Back (2) Red Stones - Round Cabochon Cut - Pa...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Silver Salamander Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous Antique Diamond Emerald Salamander Brooch handcrafted in 14 karat yellow gold and sterling silver. The brooch features 13 Old Mine and Old European cut diamonds weighing app...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sterling Silver Dragonfly & Salamander Pin Brooch Duo
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Salamander slithers at approximately 3-1/4 inches.
Sterling Silver
Gold Salamander Brooch Pin
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Accent your lapel with this adorable salamander, a symbol of rebirth. Crafted in fourteen karat yellow gold filigree with tiny onyx eyes, this little amphibian measures approximately...
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Petite Salamander Mother of Pearl 14K Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The salamander is often spiritually known as the creature of hidden secrets. With a little whimsical humor, "one could know -but without telling" by wearing this charming miniature 1...
14k Gold
Retro Salamander Brooch Pin in Gold, Vintage Mid 1900s, United States
Located in Milford, DE
This stylish salamander is decorated with sparkling clear crystals and emerald-colored eyes.
Crystal, Gold Plate
Vintage Taxco Sterling Silver Gecko Lizard Brooch Pin Large Salamander TN-90
By Taxco Mexico
Located in Addison, TX
Molina (Daniel Molina) Metal: Sterling Silver Purity: 925 Hallmarks: TN-90, 925 Style: Brooch / Pin Design: Gecko Lizard Salamander Theme: Reptile / Nature / Animal Weight: 15.6 Gra...
Silver, Sterling Silver
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Jeweled Enamel Salamander Lizard Brooch Pin Estate Find
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking signed Kenneth Lane (KJL) Salamander Statement Brooch featuring a scampering Salamander; rich green enamel body set with a row of pave set sparkling Faux Diamonds and large ...
Gold Plate, Enamel
14K Gold & Diamond Lizard Brooch
By Henry Dankner & Sons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nicely cast 14K yellow gold figural lizard or salamander pin with realistic detailing and prong set, full cut diamond eyes.
Rare Victorian Salamander Pearl Turquoise and Garnet Stick Tie Pin
Located in St Helens, GB
A rare and novel Victorian era stick tie pin in the form of a Salamander. 15 carat yellow gold with the body set with a single pearl, two garnet cabochons and a turquoise to head and...
Garnet, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in L 2.17 in
Victorian 14K Gold Enamel Snake Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds, 1900
Located in North Hollywood, CA
As many of you know I just love snake jewelry. I can't help myself when it comes to beautiful snake jewelry I must buy it and this is no exception. The unusual fact is seldom do you...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Emerald and Diamond Salamander Lizard Brooch 18kt
Located in Bethesda, MD
A stunning vintage-inspired brooch featuring a graceful salamander crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The body is adorned with approximately 4.50 carats of gem-quality green emeralds, whil...
Diamond, Emerald
Marcasite and Emerald Paste Salamander Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming paste set and marcasite salamander brooch set in sterling circa 1930s. Emerald pastes set to replicate demantoid garnets.
2.75" x 1"
Excellent condition and wo...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver & Rhinestone Lizard Brooch Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Vintage Sterling Silver & Rhinestone Lizard Brooch Pin is a striking accessory that combines intricate craftsmanship with a touch of whimsical elegance. The detailed design feat...
Sterling Silver
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Salamander long Brooch with fine Bright Tsavorites, Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Aspen, CO
18K, white diamond, bright green natural Tsavorite and ruby set in a realistic long salamander vintage brooch well made in 18K and silver. 34 well matched and finely cut diamonds ar...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Silver
Michele Della Valle Sapphire and Diamond Gecko Brooch
By Michele della Valle
Located in Weston, MA
Originally from Rome, where he collaborated with Bulgari on custom work, Michele della Valle is now based in Geneva. This distinctive brooch, designed as a gecko with a curled tail, ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Arts and Crafts Gecko Fob
Located in New York, NY
Arts and Crafts unusual gecko fob from the early 20th Century. Charming men's fob with a "trapped" gecko motif in the Arts and Crafts Style. Art glass cabochons are set into the body...
Gilt Metal
Huge Whimsical Sterling Silver "Lizard" Accented with Micro Crystals Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This huge whimsical sterling silver lizard brooch is accented throughout with micro crystals. The length measures 6 1/4 inches. The width measures 2 inches. Made in U.S.
Charming Victorian Jeweled Lizard Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming mid Victorian Jeweled Lizard Brooch set with tiny vibrant green pastes (to emulate demantoid garnets) and oversized ruby glass "eyes" set in gold bezels. Completely set in s...
14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Whimsical Gilded Gold Hardware with MultiColor Enamel Inlay "Copperhead" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully whimsical gilded gold vermeil hardware "Copperhead" snake brooch is accented with multi colors inlay with vivid lapis blue and greens. Head is detailed with e...
Trifari Alfred Philippe Art Deco Lizard Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Charming Trifari Alfred Philippe Art Deco faux emerald baguette and crystal rhinestone lizard brooch. Of rhodium plated sterling silver with the cocked head accented with a faux rub...
Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage Lizard Crystal Embellished Statement Brooch 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An impressive Vintage Statement Lizard Brooch. Featuring a wonderfully long lizard design set with crystals for a perfect finish. Incredible quality. Vintage Condition: Very good wi...
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Cabochon Crystal and Black Enamel Salamander in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A whimsical salamander/lizard/gecko brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane. Painted black enamel body, adorned with coral-colored cabochons and sparkling clear and red crystals. Set on vibrant 2...
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
Dominique Aurientis Lizard Gilt Gold Pin Brooch, Never worn 1980s Made in France
Located in Wallkill, NY
Dominique Aurientis Gold Gilt Lizard Brooch. It Measures 3.70 in x 1.50 in. This French jewelry designer has a vast international customer base and is known throughout the world for ...
Gilt Metal
Art Deco Enamel Salamander Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Enamel Salamander Brooch from the 1930's. Gilt metal with Marcel Boucher style pearlized enamel with pave accents down back. Red paste eyes. 1930's USA. 3" x 1.25"....
Enamel, Gilt Metal
$8,500
H 2.25 in W 2.5 in D 1 in
Antique 18K Gold & Enamel Snake Brooch, Emerald & Pearl, France, Circa 1880
Located in Chatham, CA
Antique Victorian/Napoleon III 18K yellow gold serpent/snake brooch - fine and elaborate chased gold finish to the body with chain and tassel details - hand made featuring blue ename...
Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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 1.50ct. graded F color with VS1 clarity. The diamonds are accentuated by round cut r...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tsavorite, Diamond & Ruby Salamander long Brooch.
Located in Aspen, CO
18K, white diamond, bright green natural Tsavorite and ruby set in a realistic long salamander vintage brooch well made in 18K and silver. 34 well matched and finely cut diamonds ar...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Salamander Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Emerald & Diamond Crawling Lizard Salamander Brooch, set in 14K Yellow Gold made Circa 1900 56 diamonds, Diamond Weight: App. 2.25 cts. 59 emeralds weighing app. 1.2 cts. ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Late Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian demantoid garnet and diamond brooch, the naturalistically modelled lizard encrusted with rose-cut diamonds and embellished to the spine with a row of nine graduated ...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Charming Art Deco Rose-Cut and Ruby Lizard Brooch
Located in Firenze, FI
Charming early Art Deco Lizard Brooch with Rose-Cut Diamonds and Ruby , set in 14k gold and Silver . This lovely piece has approximately 6 carats Rose-cut Diamonds ( 300 pieces ) ,...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Lizard Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian demantoid garnet and diamond lizard brooch, the writhing lizard encrusted with old brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of 2.65 carats, silver claw-set to a...
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 9K Yellow Gold & Silver Diamond and Pearl Salamander Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising fifteen rose cut diamonds, and two pearls, set in silver, with 9 karat yellow gold brooch pin and fittings. T...
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond Lizard Brooch Ruby Eyes 18K Gold Taka Singapore
Located in BILBAO, ES
Exceptional and highly detailed lizard brooch crafted in 18K gold by Taka, Singapore, circa 2010. This striking piece showcases a dynamic reptile design entirely pavé-set with an imp...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
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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