Victorian 14K Gold & Silver 1.33tgw Diamond & Emerald Scottish Thistle Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
Or the openwork design? This beautiful brooch depicts a Scottish thistle, the national flower of Scotland, symbolising bravery, resilience and defiance.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Thistle Citrine Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
From the mid 1800's Queen Victoria frequented Scotland and her Scottish Castle Balmoral. The wonderful brooch is decorated with detailed engraved Scottish Thistles surrounding a lar...
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Thistle Brooch, Amethyst, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Scottish thistle brooch. The rich gold bar brooch has two scrolling terminals each designed as a thistle flower.
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Scottish Agate and Silver Thistle Brooch, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Scottish agate and sterling silver Thistle brooch.
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Scottish Hardstone, 9 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold 'Thistle' Brooch, Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold and 9 karat rose gold brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This fine and impressive antique...
Chalcedony, Quartz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle Brooch - 925 Edinburgh, Scotland Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Date: 1912 Metal Content: Sterling Silver Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Clasp Theme: Scottish Thistle Measurements Tall: 13/16" (20.6mm) Wide: 1 15/32" ...
Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethyst Thistle Pin, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Naturalistically modelled faceted amethyst and 14K yellow gold thistle pin, Scottish, 19th century. The Thistle flower is symbolic of graciousness and nobility in Celtic lore. It bec...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
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W 2.37 in L 2.45 in
Large Antique Scottish Silver and Quartz Thistle Pendant/Brooch, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful large antique Scottish silver "Three Thistles" pendant/brooch. The Thistle flower is symbolic of graciousness and nobility in Celtic lore.
Quartz, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Thistle Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous Antique Victorian Silver plated Scottish Thistle brooch is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen ...
Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Agate Scottish Thistle Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish brooch is, Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her frequent trips to Scotla...
Agate, Amethyst, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Thistle Round Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous Sterling Silver Scottish thistle brooch is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her frequent trips to Scotland ...
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Large Scottish Silver Thistle Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This magnificent large antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle brooch is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popula...
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Thistle Scottish Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle brooch is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her frequent trips t...
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Thistle Brooch Silver, Birmingham, 1886
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This elegant Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle brooch is dated Birmingham 1886.
Silver
Antique Victorian Large Scottish Cairngorm Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish thistle brooch is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Quee...
Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Thistle Silver Brooch Paste Stone
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This is a fabulous large Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish brooch with a deep amethyst Paste Stone in the centre.
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Thistle Horseshoe Brooch Silver Dated 1905
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle and Horseshoe brooch is dated Birmingham 1905.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Thistle Citrine Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
From the mid 1800's Queen Victoria frequented Scotland and her Scottish Castle Balmoral. The wonderful brooch is decorated with detailed engraved Scottish Thistles surrounding a lar...
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Huge Sterling and Crystal Scottish Thistle Pin
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic statement: Very large sterling silver pin with cut-out thistle pattern. 3" in diameter. Large faceted crystal is set in the center. A beautiful example of Scottish silve...
Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Silver Round Thistle Citrine Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
For more details please click continue reading down below... This fabulous Sterling Silver Scottish Citrine brooch is Circa 1860. Set with a large natural tested Citrine in the cen...
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Scottish Brooch Amethyst & Topaz
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique Victorian sterling silver Scottish thistle brooch circa 1870 with amethyst and citrine topaz colour glass stone and thistle design.
Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Thistle Brooch, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle brooch is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Quee...
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Brooch Paste Amethyst, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This large magnificent antique Victorian Scottish Thistle Brooch is Circa 1880. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Vict...
Base Metal
Victorian Scottish Agate Citrine Thistle Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Celtic Motifs galore on this Victorian Scottish Brooch of Agate and Citrine. How marvelous is the engraving!
Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver
Scottish Agate Antique Sterling Gemset Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large and unusual Scottish agate brooch. Thistle pattern, set with faceted amethyst, citrine and topaz.
Agate, Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Vintage French 18K Platinum Diamond Emerald Leaf Brooch 13cttw G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
French made brooch done in 18K yellow gold and platinum circa 1960’s set with approximately 8cttw in larger G-H color Vs1-2 clarity rounds diamonds as well as approximately 5cttw in ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Diamond and Green-Paste Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond and green-paste brooch, the brooch in the form of a flower with a cushion-shaped green paste to the centre surrounded by six petals set with old European-cut diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian Platinum and Gold Emerald Diamond Brooch, Circa 1910
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Antique Edwardian Emerald and Diamond Brooch, c.1910 A striking early-20th-century brooch crafted in platinum over gold, designed in an elegant openwork motif that shows off its cra...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
$3,721
W 1.23 in L 2.45 in
VICTORIAN brooch/pendant with green enamal and rose cut diamond 14k gold, silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k gold with silver branch brooch/ pendant decorated with green enamel and with pearl and rose diamonds up to 1.00ct - G/H - SI detailed description: the dimensions of t...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Diamond & Emerald Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian Diamond & Emerald Bow Brooch Measurements: 1.75" long 89 round cut emeralds & 87 round cut diamonds Gold Type: Yellow Gold & Silver
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Brooch with Emerald and Diamond in 18K Gold and Silver.
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite expression of timeless elegance, this antique flower brooch is a true collector's treasure. At its heart lies a captivating 6 - carat emerald, its rich green hue evoking...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond And Green Emerald Floral Motif Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A bold and elegant piece from the 1970s, this vintage brooch is crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and showcases a striking combination of emeralds and diamonds. Designed with graceful ...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Emerald and Diamond Drop Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming antique brooch dating back to the early Edwardian period. This 18ct yellow gold piece has been crafted into the shape of a blossoming flower with fine distinc...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$14,950
H 0.68 in W 1.68 in L 2.34 in
3.72ct Old European Cut Diamond & 2.45ct Emerald Brooch in 18K White Gold/Silver
Located in New York, NY
Title: 3.72ct Old European Cut Diamond & 2.45ct Emerald Brooch in 18K White Gold/Silver Style: Pin Metal: 18 Karat White Gold/Slv Gemstone 1: 3.72 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 93 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
1980s French 2.90 Carat Diamond and Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 2.90 Carat diamond and 0.40 Carat emerald, 18k yellow gold flower spray brooch; part of our diverse brooch collection. This stunning v...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$16,250
W 1.02 in L 1.77 in
Vintage Two Tone Gold Pin Brooch 2ct Old European Cut Diamonds & 1.15ct Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: Elevate your collection with a vintage two-tone gold pin brooch, showcasing 1.15 carats of vibrant emerald stones and 2 carats of sparkling diamonds. This elega...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Vintage French 1.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive French 1.70 carat emerald and 0.39 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelr...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$34,450
W 1.5 in L 1.7 in
1920 Art Deco 18kt Gold & Platinum Brooch with 9.50 CTW in Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Aventura, FL
This extraordinary circa 1910-1920s Art Deco brooch represents the pinnacle of early 20th-century jewelry artistry. Crafted in lustrous 18kt yellow gold and platinum, this museum-qua...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,756
W 1.78 in L 2.01 in
Vintage Emerald & Natural Diamond 14K Gold & Silver Convertible Brooch Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An absolute antique masterpiece Vintage from the late Victorian / Belle Époque Revival era. This exquisite convertible statement brooch/pendant measures a commanding 51 mm x 45 mm a...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning brooch dating back to the Victorian period. Crafted from a harmonious blend of gold and silver, at its heart lies a striking emerald-cut emerald, radiating a ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Clover Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian-era brooch is a stunning example of antique craftsmanship. Designed as a four-leaf clover, it features four enchanting pear-shaped cabochon emeralds, their deep green hues ...
Diamond, Emerald, 10k 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.