BRASH Platinum Faceted Geometric GEO Scorpion Unisex Scorpio Brooch Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed at a stylized platinum scorpion pierced with linear faceted design Depicting the astrological symbol for the Scorpio zodiac Completed by double pinstem 14K posts with fricti...
Platinum
Vintage ScorpionDiamond Coral 18 Karat Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Scorpions symbolize ardor, rebirth, and protection—invite passion and transformation into your life with this stunning Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Scorpion Oval Cabochon Pin Brooch.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
22 Karat Gold Fire Agate Scorpion Pin or Pendant
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
The back is also fitted with a pin so the scorpion can be worn as a brooch. This pin/pendant weighs .975oz.
Agate, 22k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.75 in L 1.75 in
Large Vintage 14 Karat Gold Scorpion Natural Opal Brooch Pin with Opal Eyes
Located in Overland Park, KS
Large 1 3/4" Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Scorpion with a Natural Opal Brooch Pin with Opal Eyes. 12mm x 6mm White Blue Opal.
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18K Yellow Gold and Pink Sapphire Enamel Scorpion Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Perfect for any occasion, this scorpion brooch pin will make a striking addition to your collection.
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Egyptian Revival Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scorpion Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Completed by stick pin. Tested as 18 karat gold. Circa: 1880's. Head measures: 9/16 inch.
Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Articulated Scorpion Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly stylized 18K gold articulated Scorpion pin. This French hallmarked Arachnid pin has prong set ruby eyes and an articulated tail and claws.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Tom Binns Elephant and Scorpion Dada Inspired Pin
By Tom Binns
Located in New York, NY
A wild and wonderful pin for those with a passion for surrealist and art inspired fashion and jewelry. This pin is a costume piece cast from vintage collectible silver Chim charms th...
Brooch In Sterling Silver 925S By Georg Jensen From 1980s
By Georg Jensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Brooch from the 1980s, crafted in sterling silver and stamped 925S Denmark by Georg Jensen. A classic piece of Danish design distinguished by clean lines and quality craftsmanship. A...
Sterling Silver
$3,817
W 1.15 in L 2.37 in
Vintage Red Coral Green Tourmaline Natural Diamond Scarab Beetle 14K Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An extraordinary and highly important vintage naturalistic statement brooch depicting a magnificent scarab beetle. Masterfully handcrafted in solid 14k yellow gold, this substantial ...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gorgeous Carved Coral and Diamond Gold Large Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and substantial 18k yellow gold brooch, set with carved coral and angel skin coral accents, adorned with approx. 2 carats in SI1/H diamonds. Brooch measures 2" x 1 7/5". Ha...
Coral, Diamond
Vintage JOAN RIVERS gold coral bee bug designer runway brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed JOAN RIVERS • gold tone with lucite and rhinestones • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • 7/8" by 1 1/8" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition ...
Gold Plate
$840Sale Price|30% Off
H 4 in W 2 in D 0.5 in L 4 in
Hutton Wilkinson Coral Enamel Faux Pearl, Rhinestone Gold Filled Brooch /Pin
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning signed and hallmarked Hutton Wilkinson pin and or brooch is a seashell of the gorgeous combination of coral enamel faux pearl, gold filled and rhinestone. It is hallmar...
Coral, Pearl, Enamel, Gold-filled
Studio Rêves Diamond-Encrusted Crab Brooch in Titanium with Rosecut Center
By Studio Rêves
Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra
Bold, sculptural, and unmistakably distinctive, this striking crab brooch is masterfully crafted in lightweight titanium, combining contemporary artistry with fine jewellery craftsma...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Titanium
Dynamic Mid Century Modern Sterling Abstract Fish Brooch Pin Sierra Mexico
Located in Montreal, QC
A Striking Iconic Modernist Abstract Fish pin by the famous Sierra Mexico Silversmiths. Beautifully crafted in sterling silver; measuring approx 4” x 2”. Fully hallmarked: MEXICO SIE...
Sterling Silver
$718Sale Price|20% Off
W 2.4 in L 3.85 in
Mardi Jo Cohen 1989 Memphis Geometric Brooch in .925 Sterling with Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Brooch designed by Mardi Jo Cohen (1959-). Beautiful one of a kind piece, crafted by the renowned American silversmith artist Mardi Jo Cohen, back in the 1989. This sculptural geome...
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Graffiti X Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed brooch. In sterling silver. Designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. In the form of an asymmetrical letter X. Secured with a hinged pin and clasp and set wi...
Sterling Silver
Articulated Dueling Gargoyle Modernist Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Artisan hand crafted double Gargoyle Modernist brooch from the 1980's with pendant attachment for use on a necklace. Large and striking, with both pierced and hammered sterl...
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
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.
Mid-Century Modernist Sterling Silver Scarf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This mid-century modernist sterling silver scarf brooch, crafted in Mexico circa 1980, is a captivating example of organic, sculptural design paired with playful elegance. Stamped "9...
Sterling Silver
Oscar de la Renta Swarovski Crystal Leopard Brooch Pin, Silvertone
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milford, DE
An embellished leopard pin brooch by Oscar de la Renta. This silvertone wildcat is decorated with black diamond Swarovski crystals. Hallmarks: Oscar de la Renta, Made in USA
Crystal
Claude Montana Paris Silver Plate Zipper Brooch with Logo Design
By Claude Montana
Located in Atlanta, GA
Claude Montana Paris designed this stunning modernist brooch. It features a silverplate metal zipper design with a see-through "M" logo and quicksilver color. The pin has a security ...
Silver Plate
Modernist Zigzag CZ Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Large zigzag brooch with prong-set cubic zirconia accent. Marked "Mexico TS-62 - 950" with an illegible name. Age wear, light scratches and tarnish.
Silver, Sterling Silver
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Diamond Pearl Ruby Enamel Gold Brooch by Carlo Giuliano
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in London, GB
Highly Important Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Portrait Brooch by Carlo Giuliano recognized to be arguably the most significant 19th century Egyptian Revival jewel. An important Egyptian...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval approximate...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Asch Grossbardt 18K and Stone inlay Frog Brooch
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Asch Grossbardt 18k Yellow Gold Frog Brooch, measuring 1 inch in length and 3/4 inch wide, White Mother of Pearl with Onyx, Amethyst, Lapis, Coral and Chrysoprase Eyes. S...
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara/Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, England
An extremely elegant late Victorian sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and earring set, in silver and gold, circa 1900’s. This beautifully handcrafted tiara can be effortlessly...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Etruscan Revival Victorian Locket Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Dating back to the 1870s, this fabulous Victorian locket necklace, is artfully ornamented in consummate Etruscan Revival style. The locket suspends from a very fine 20 inch chain ma...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Located in London, GB
An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Antique 18 Carat Gold old Snake Necklace with Emerald and Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An antique 18-carat yellow gold snake necklace, in the head a pear-shaped, faceted natural Colombian emerald in a slightly bluish green color (10.6 x 8.0 mm, NEL certificate: E 24202...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Pearl and Diamond Tiara/Necklace/Bracelet, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Natural pearl and diamond tiara/necklace/bracelet. Set with twenty seven round natural saltwater pearls, approximately 5.4 to 9.8mm in diameter, further set with six round old cut di...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Victorian old cut diamond tiara. This exquisite, handmade Victorian yellow gold and silver diamond tiara is comprised of a central foliate design, vertically set with round old cu...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$103,120Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.6 in W 1.57 in D 0.39 in
OSTERTAG Paris 1930 Deco Pendant Brooch Platinum 20.24 Ctw Diamonds & Emeralds
By Ostertag
Located in Miami, FL
French art deco convertible pendant brooch designed by Arnold Ostertag. This is an exceptional convertible pendant-brooch, created in Paris France during the art deco period at the ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, 18k 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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