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Schreiner New York Brooch

Schreiner New York Aurora Borealis & Topaz Rhinestone Brooch and Earrings
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
inches in diameter. On the back is the oblong signature plaque inscribed with Schreiner New York. The
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Gold Plate

Schreiner NY Maltese Cross Brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
Schreiner DD Ryan owned Iron or Maltese style Cross brooch. Featuring a raised center cluster of
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

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Brass

Schreiner NY Maltese Cross Brooch
Schreiner NY Maltese Cross Brooch
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W 2.88 in L 2.88 in
Schreiner 1950s ProngSet UniqueGreenABCrystals PaveCrystalLeaves Silver Brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful prong-set crystal spray brooch by Schreiner New York was made to compliment luxury
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Brooches

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Crystal, Silver, Brass

Schreiner Rare Keystone Ruffle Maltese Cross Brooch, # 1
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
Rarest Schreiner Ruffle series Maltese cross brooch. Of staggered rows of signature inverted and
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches

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Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal

Schreiner Rare Keystone Ruffle Maltese Cross Brooch. # 2
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
Rarest Schreiner Ruffle series Maltese cross brooch #2. Of staggered rows of signature inverted and
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches

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Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

A paste pearl and clear paste 'poodle' brooch, Schreiner, USA, 1960s
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A charming and amusing clear paste and paste pearl brooch, in the form of a 'poodle. Beautifully
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

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Base Metal

A paste pearl and clear paste 'poodle' brooch, Schreiner, USA, 1960s
A paste pearl and clear paste 'poodle' brooch, Schreiner, USA, 1960s
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H 2.3 in W 2.5 in D 0.7 in Dm 2.7 in L 2.5 in
Henry Schreiner 1930s ProngSetCrystal FloraSpray TeardropFrame GiltBrass Brooch
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Schreiner, the Austrian-born blacksmith founder of Schreiner New York in 1932, handcrafted
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Vintage 1930s American Artist Brooches

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Crystal, Brass, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal

Brooch by H. Schreiner NY from the 1950s, Topaz colored cut rhinestones
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Stuttgart, DE
back 'SCHREINER NEW YORK' - Well made in top qualität - This super rare brooch in moldeled gold tone
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

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Crystal, Other

HenrySchreiner EarlySet ProngSetCrystal Silver Spray Tiered Earrings & Brooch
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Schreiner, the Austrian-born blacksmith founder of Schreiner in New York in 1932, handcrafted
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Vintage 1940s American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Rhodium, Silver

Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch with elaborate construction and stone cuts of ovals, pears
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Anklets

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Gilt Metal

Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch
Schreiner Jet Crystal Round Brooch
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H 0.6 in W 2.35 in
Unsigned smoke grey and soft brown cluster earrings, Schreiner of New York 1960s
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A classic design in a very elegant colour combination from Schreiner of New York - sadly these
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

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Gilt Metal

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Heidi Daus Feline and Fierce Tiger Pin Brooch, Crystal Emerald, Topaz, Hematite
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Fierce, flashy pin by Heidi Daus! Sparkling topaz, emerald, and hematite crystals decorate this sparkling cat. Antique brass tone finish. Hallmarks: Heidi Daus, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Brooches

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Crystal

Heidi Daus "On a Lark" Bird's Nest Crystal Pin, Brass Tone, Turquoise Cabochons
By Heidi Daus
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You never have an empty nest, even when you're on your own. Celebrate life, love and family with this beautiful sparkling crystal bird's nest pin from Heidi Daus. Colorful crystals ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

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Crystal

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...
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Vintage 1930s American Brooches

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Base Metal

Vintage Butler & Wilson Heraldic Coat of Arms Brooch 1980s
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Butler & Wilson Heraldic Brooch from the 1980s. Crafted in gold plated metal and adorned with enamel and rhinestones adoring the intertwined initials of this world famous j...
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Miriam Haskell Classic Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Classic three strand (three size) signature baroque faux pearl necklace. The center motif is made of Miriam Haskell's classic signature Russian gilt filigrees and crys...
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Vintage 1940s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Classic Baroque Pearl Necklace
Miriam Haskell Classic Baroque Pearl Necklace
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Vintage Early Coco Chanel Glass and Pearl Necklace
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Located in Palm Springs, CA
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Mid-20th Century French Byzantine Beaded Necklaces

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Miriam Haskell Matrix Turquoise Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell hand made brooch of faux matrix turquoise and crystal diamante, set on signature Russian Gilt filigree base. 1950's USA. Excellent condition.
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Trifari 1940s Philippe 4PieceParure CrystalFloraMotif GoldNecklaceEarringsBrooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Chicago, IL
In the late 1940s, Trifari's French-born artistic director Alfred Philippe, who had earlier created fine jewelry for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels, designed this flora-motif crystal...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

David Webb Maltese Cross Diamond Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
DAVID WEBB Maltese Cross Diamond Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum. An exquisitely textured gold design emblematic to David Webb, the Maltese Cross motif has been seen in vario...
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Vintage 1980s American Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mazer Tutti Frutti Dress Clips Duette
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Mazer Tutti Frutti dress clips duette brooch of tricolor fruit salad flowers and leaves, set within fine crystal pave. Clips can be removed from frame to wear separately as a pair or...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

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Rhodium

Miriam Haskell Early Green Cluster Bead Clip
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Super large Miriam Haskell Early Green Cluster Bead Clip/Brooch from the 1930's. Clusters of green grape beads fall from brass leaves embroidered with faux pearls and more green bead...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Early Green Cluster Bead Clip
Miriam Haskell Early Green Cluster Bead Clip
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A dainty little bird brooch by Kramer NY, 1950s with lots of small rhinestones
By Kramer
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A dainty little bird brooch by Kramer NY, 1950s with lots of small rhinestones and enameled sitting on a branch picking on a tiny flower. Signed on the back of the brooch with KRAME...
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

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Base Metal, Brass

Heidi Daus Queen of Siam Jeweler Elephant Pin Brooch, Faux Pearl, Pave Crystals
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
An exotic Heidi Daus pin brooch! A jeweled, enameled, elephant decorated with faux pearls and clear, tangerine, rose, and olivine crystals. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Heidi Daus, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

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Crystal

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Kramer Retro 1950s Swarovski Leaf Pin
By Kramer of New York
Located in Montreal, QC
A Stunning Classic stylized Retro Leaf brooch pin set with clear marquis-cut and rectangular-cut Swarovski Crystals; signed KRAMER of NEW YORK. So Beautiful in real! Add Pizazz and ...
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Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches

Kramer Retro 1950s Swarovski Leaf Pin
Kramer Retro 1950s Swarovski Leaf Pin
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Heidi Daus Flowing Flower Pin Brooch, Pave Crystals and Antique Brass Tone
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

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Crystal

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Vintage Schreiner New York Smoky Brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Austin, TX
Period: 1950 Hallmark: Schreiner New York Condition: excellent Dimensions: 2.4 Inch Materials: base
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Vintage 1950s Brooches

SCHREINER New York Sparkling Cabochon Pendant Brooch Pin
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This classic Schreiner New York dome shaped brooch pin pendant is utterly reflective of this makers
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

1950's SCHREINER Lilac and Purple Cornucopia Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Palm Springs, CA
combinations.Sometimes marked Schreiner New York as well.
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

1950s SCHREINER Heraldic Style Open Work Foil back Rhinestone Brooch Pin
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Palm Springs, CA
construction is DEFINITIVELY Schreiner New York manufacture. Unusaul set stones in interesting color
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Schreiner New York Huge Art Glass Necklace/ 1960s
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Fantastic almost medieval inspired silver metal brooch pendant necklace with paisley fringe. The
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Vintage 1960s More Necklaces

Schreiner of New York (Signed) 1950s Amber & Caramel Cabochon Pendant Pin
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
An absolutely stunning and rare color combination Schreiner, New York brooch from the 1950s. The
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Gold Plate

Signed Schreiner New York 1950s Domed Faceted Glass Cabochon & Pearl Brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
A rare and unusual design signed Schreiner, New York brooch from the 1950s. Charcoal grey gun metal
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Pearl

Schreiner of New York large crystal brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
This beautiful brooch with a large clear central stone, surrounded by sapphire, smokey quartz and
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

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Base Metal

Schreiner of New York large crystal brooch
Schreiner of New York large crystal brooch
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W 2.75 in D 1 in L 2.75 in
Schreiner New York 1950s Black Crystal & Glass Pendant Brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
A unique and special signed Schreiner New York all black crystal and glass brooch. The charcoal gun
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Crystal

'Snow flake/floral' brooch, Schreiner New York 1950s
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
smaller more dainty brooch perfect as the starting point for a bridal outfit. Henry Schreiner started the
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Mid-20th Century American Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Blue clear pastes set in gilt metal 'cluster' brooch, Schreiner NY, 1960s
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful, lush 'cluster' brooch, by Schreiner of New York, always a sign of glamour and style
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

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Gilt Metal

A large brooch and earring set, Schreiner of New York, USA, 1950s.
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
and aurora borealis, from Schreiner of New York, typical of their glamorous design and style. Both
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Base Metal

60s Schreiner New York Blue Glass Gemstone Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Schreiner New York Blue Glass Gemstone Brooch 2 3/8" diameter
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Schreiner Citrine Keystone Ruffle Brooch
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Schreiner Ruffle Brooch with signature kite shaped stones and a central cabochon all in
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Vintage brooch or pendant, singed Schreiner NY, fully cut rhinestones, 1950s
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A typical brooch, fully set with cut rhinestones and set with the prong setting. A typical brooch
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Vintage 1950s American Artisan Brooches

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Schreiner Aquamarine and Topaz Set
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Schreiner Aquamarine and Topaz Set set in japanned metal from the 1950's. Dome form brooch
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Henry Schreiner NY pink and green colored brooch with matching ear clips 1960s
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Stuttgart, DE
in the same colors. Both pieces are signed "Schreiner New York" and are from the 1960s. Measurement
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Vintage 1960s American Artisan Brooches

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

Very large unsigned topaz and citrine glass brooch, Schreiner, New York, 1960s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very strong, beautiful brooch from Schreiner New York. Although unsigned, this has all the
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

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Base Metal

Very large unsigned topaz and citrine glass brooch, Schreiner, New York, 1960s
Very large unsigned topaz and citrine glass brooch, Schreiner, New York, 1960s
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W 2.75 in D 0.75 in Dm 2.75 in L 2.75 in
Schreiner Stone Brooch
Located in Alford, MA
dimensionality. Marked "SCHREINER/NEW YORK" on oval plaque.
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Schreiner Stone Brooch
Schreiner Stone Brooch
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D 1 in Dm 2.25 in
Elegant Schreiner of New York 1960s long drop earrings
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
classic Schreiner design, with stones upturned in his signature manner and including his unique sense of
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Vintage 1960s American Drop Earrings

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Base Metal

Unsigned Schreiner of New York jewelled lattice collar
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
style dress or a round necked high cut top. Light in weight but strong on impact. Henry Schreiner
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Vintage 1960s American More Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Green glass and multi coloured paste brooch/pendant and earrings, Schreiner NY
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very versatile set from Schreiner of New York, the height of 1960s glamour and sophistication. A
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Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces

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Base Metal

Schreiner Amythest Pendant Necklace and Earrings
By Schreiner of New York
Located in New York, NY
Important and impressive Schreiner Pendant Necklace and Earrings. Transformable necklace with
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Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Schreiner of New York blue amethyst and smokey topaz drop earrings, 1960s
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Dazzling drop earrings with Schreiner's sculptural use of stones. The colours offset one another in
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Vintage 1960s American Drop Earrings

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Base Metal

Large clear paste, baroque pearl necklace and earrings, Schreiner of NY, 1960s
By Schreiner of New York
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A wonderful sparkling necklace and earrings from Schreiner of New York. Classic elements of baroque
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Vintage 1960s American Choker Necklaces

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Base Metal

Schreiner NY "Flower" clip on earrings in clear paste and pearl, 1960s
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
These delightful earrings by Schreiner of New York feature marquise cut clear paste stones in a
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Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

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Rhodium, Base Metal

Schreiner Pastel and Pearl Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
set in rhodium. Signed "Schreiner, New York". Excellent condition.
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Schreiner New York 1950s
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Schreiner New York brooch. Signed gilt metal item features faux coral, Lapis, pearls
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Schreiner New York 1950s
Schreiner New York 1950s
H 2.75 in W 2.75 in D 0.63 in
Vintage Schreiner of New York Brooch and Earrings Set 1960s
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
​Year: 1960 Hallmark: Schreiner​
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

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Base Metal

Schreiner Acorn Brooch
By Henry Schreiner
Located in Toronto, ON
Black glass brooch with smoke and blush rhinestone accents, signed Schreiner, New York.
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American Brooches

Schreiner Trembling Flower Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Mid century signed Schreiner New York flower brooch with trembling parts. Nuances of earth tones
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Vintage Schreiner Leaves Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Period: 1950s Hallmark: Schreiner New York Condition: perfect Dimensions: D 2.4 Materials: base
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Vintage 1950s Brooches

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Base Metal

1950s Schreiner White Stone Flower Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
. The leaves are set with the pointed side out - a Schreiner signature. It is signed 'Schreiner New York
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Schreiner Signed Vintage Clear Brooch Pin And Earrings
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
earrings measure 2-1/2” x 1” and is signed “Schreiner New York”. This set is in excellent condition.
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Crystal Brooch with Pearl Drop by Schreiner
Located in Winnetka, IL
Elegant crystal brooch by Schreiner, New York, with simulated pearl drop, unmarked. The
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Schreiner New York Lush Glass Gemstone Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Oversized deeply tone pink and kelly green glass cabochon and cut glass stone brooch. Signed
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Emerald Greens Glass Brooch and Earrings / Schreiner New York
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Unsigned Schreiner New York Emerald and lighter toned variations of green brooch. The pointed
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Vintage Schreiner New York Rhinestone Floral En Tremblant Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Houston, TX
Absolutely gorgeous vintage Schreiner floral brooch! This bouncy brooch is composed of green
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

1950s Schreiner Goldtone Red Acorn Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a 1950s Schreiner New York red acorn brooch. It measures 2 1/2" long x 1 1/2" at
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Crystal, Base Metal

Schreiner Brooch 1960s Green and Blue Paisley
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
This 1960s Schreiner New York paisley brooch is a stunner. It measures 2 3/4" long x 2" wide. It
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Schreiner New York Blue & Orange Poured Glass Floral Statement Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This bold, oversized, colorful brooch by Schriner New York is astounding! The brooch features an
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

20th Century Schreiner Style Gold Plate & Lucite Starburst Dome Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
approximately, .75" inches. Schreiner of New York is associated with many pieces of unmarked jewelry. Schreiner
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20th Century American Brooches

Schreiner New York Crystal Brooch, 1950s
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Schreiner of New York mid-century crystal brooch. Signed deep domed rhodium plated
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Mid-20th Century American Brooches

Schreiner New York Crystal Brooch, 1950s
Schreiner New York Crystal Brooch, 1950s
H 2.07 in W 2.07 in D 1 in Dm 2.07 in
Exquisite Schreiner New York Crystal Peking Glass Brooch, 1950s
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Schreiner of New York crystal brooch. Signed rhodium plated metal item features
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Schreiner New York Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate schreiner new york brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from brass, gilt metal and base metal — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect schreiner new york brooch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a schreiner new york brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Schreiner of New York and Henry Schreiner are consistently popular. A schreiner new york brooch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring crystal, from our inventory of 3, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut alternatives. Finding a schreiner new york brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Schreiner New York Brooch?

The price for a schreiner new york brooch starts at $478 and tops out at $7,560 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,448.

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.