Vintage 1940s Retro Seaman Schepps Pin Set
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.00 carat. Signed by Seaman
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
c.1950s SEAMAN SCHEPPS Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and special brooch created by Seaman Schepps in the 1950s. Inspired by Asian motifs. It is
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1960s Seaman Schepps GIA Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Miami, FL
features double pins of identical length with rotating locks, bearing the designer's name Seaman Schepps on
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS RARE RETRO Ruby, Diamond, White Sapphire Gold Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York City, NY
gold, designed as a pierced blossom. The rare Seaman Schepps pin is remarkable for it's outstanding
Diamond
Seaman Schepps Rare Movable Pearl Peridot Emerald Diamond Cornucopia Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This classic design 18k Seaman Schepps Cornucopia is quite unique in that the pearls emeralds and
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, 18k Gold
1970s William deLillo Coral glass and seed Bead Scatter Starflower Pins (2)
By deLillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
and glmaorous in a way not dissimilar from storied fine jewelry maker Seaman Schepps. Each pin is
Sold
H 1.88 in W 1.75 in D 1.25 in
Seaman Schepps Coral Yellow Gold Clip Brooch Pin with Diamond 1960s
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely sea-world brooch created by Seaman Schepps in the 1950s. Feminine and wearable, the clip is
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 2.5 in W 2.25 in D 1.25 in
1950s Seaman Schepps Mother-of-Pearl Coral Yellow Gold Clip Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Prominent and colorful brooch created by Seaman Schepps in the 1950s. It features a white mother
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 2 in D 0.75 in L 2.88 in
Seaman Schepps Yellow Gold Turtle Clip Brooch Pin with Citrine and Wood
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely sea-world brooch created by Seaman Schepps in the 1960s. Warm and articulated, the clip is a
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seaman Schepps Platinum Diamond Pearl Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Impressive large platinum brooch by Seaman Schepps, set with 6mm - 8.5mm pearls and approx. 5.00ctw
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Seaman Schepps Yellow Gold Sapphire Emerald & Diamond Cabochon Grapes Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Baltimore, MD
Seaman Schepps Yellow Gold Sapphire Emerald & Diamond Cabochon Grapes Brooch Pin Metal: 14k yellow
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Turbo Shell & Emerald Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large yellow gold natural turbo shell pin with 2 cabochon emeralds by Seaman Schepps. Signed with
Emerald, 18k Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS White Gold and Crystal Fan Pins
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
, horizontal single pin backs and safety catches, signed SEAMAN SCHEPPS and stamped 14K. Seaman Schepps
14k Gold, White Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Gold Iolite Diamond Brooch Pin Earrings Set
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Metal:18K Yellow Gold Marked/Tested:Seaman Schepps, 750, P10092 Gemstones/Diamonds:Diamonds
Seaman Schepps Gold Gemstone Diamond Fish Pendant Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
47mm x 28mm and weighs 19.6 grams. Marked: Seaman Schepps.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Seaman Schepps Gold Sapphire Emerald Wood Frog Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
81mm x 50mm and weighs 22 grams. Marked: Shell signature mark, 902, 750, Seaman Schepps.
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Seaman Schepps Wood Turquoise Sapphire Diamond Gold Flower Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This cheerful brooch by Seaman Schepps is sure to brighten any outfit. The brooch contains
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Lapis Chessman Brooch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
from earlier jewels, signed SEAMAN SCHEPPS, with double pin clip back and looped wire to suspend from a
Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 14k Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Crystal & Diamond "Leaves" Brooch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
pin at Seaman Schepps is approximately $12,000.
Rock Crystal, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Pearl Sapphire Diamond Gold Swan Brooch Pin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18K White Gold; Marked/Tested: Seaman Schepps, Seashell Mark, , 750, 18K; Diamonds, approx. 2.00ctw
Seaman Schepps Jasper Citrine Emerald Gold Turtle Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
53mm and weighs 74.9 grams. Marked: 7020, Shell signature mark, 750 , Seaman Schepps.
Citrine, Emerald, 18k Gold
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
Seaman Schepps Pair of Gold and Turquoise Shell Brooches
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Seaman Schepps Pair of Gold and Turquoise Composite Shell Brooches This pair of brooches has a shell motif of turquoise composite shells with 14k yellow gold twisted rope set ar...
Turquoise, Gold
$16,949
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
Vintage Cartier 18k Ring, Big Ellipse with Amethyst
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the timeless beauty and opulence of the Vintage Cartier 18K Ring with Big Ellipse Amethyst. Crafted by the esteemed Cartier brand in 1993, this exquisite piece is a true t...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
$112,500Sale Price|25% Off
Important Certified Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Pendant, Excellent Play of Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This is an important and substantial piece! 6 pieces of top gem quality opals make up this large pendant. Here is a natural Mexican fire opal and diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,265
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - IT 42
Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and pants ensemble, ss 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black lace ruffled blouse and flared pants ensemble. Spring-Summer 1999
Colombian Emerald 14.00 carats and Diamond Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rectangular emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with minor oil in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1...
Emerald, Platinum
New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Atelier Versace Velvet Lace Watercolor Purple/Pink Dress Gown S/S 1994 Collection Purple and Pink Watercolor Crushed Velvet and Lace, Corset Style, Fully Lined in Crinkle Silk, S...
$2,620Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.35 in D 0.43 in L 2.5 in
Larged Carved Jadeite Jade Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
This lush and verdant pendant has been skillfully and recently carved with auspicious symbology. The large (63.37mm x 34.16mm x 10.78mm) oval carving displays a range of luscious gre...
Jade
$3,637Sale Price|25% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, White Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Celeste Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aspen, CO
Simple in its 18K yellow gold craftsmanship, this 4.7 gram ring possesses 6 round brilliant cut fine diamonds and 6 fancy tapered baguette cut white diamonds with a collective weight...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture embellished brown wool pant suit, fw 2001
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean-Louis Scherrer brown wool trouser suit ▪ Designed by Stephane Rolland ▪ Double-breasted blazer jacket ▪ Heavily beaded right shoulder ▪ Asymmetric hemline ▪ Red beaded pins...
Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery Set Frivole Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These Three-Dimensional Flower Ear Clips provide an enchanting spectacle in perpetual bloom. Van Cleef & Arpels Captures This Beautifully with Their Mystery Setting Featuring Blue an...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Thierry Mugler Couture Dramatic Silk Corset Top Bodice Bustier
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture 02/03 Silk Corset. A vision of bold sensuality and architectural elegance. This is piece is unworn and comes with the original tag from FW 2002/20...
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Folie des Pres Broderie Diamond Gold Earrings & Ring Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This impressive Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings and ring Demi-Parure set from the floral Folie des Près is crafted in 18k white gold and set round pink sapphires, marquise tsavor...
Diamond, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Renato Balestra Roma Couture Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Size 42IT
By Renato Balestra
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Renato Balestra - Balestra Roma - Couture Black Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Size 42IT
A scrappy, self-made artist who transformed turbo shells into decadent earrings and crystal chessmen into bold bracelets, Seaman Schepps (1881–1972) tirelessly worked his way up from the tenements of New York’s Lower East Side to become “America’s Court Jeweler.”
Born to immigrant parents who named him for the Seamen’s Bank for Savings that his mother could see from the hospital — or so the legend goes — Schepps dropped out of school at the age of 14 and never had any formal jewelry training. He later moved to California, where he opened his first jewelry shop in 1904. In 1921, he returned to New York to build on the success he’d begun to enjoy as a jeweler on the West Coast, but it wasn’t long before his Manhattan house, which counted Broadway stars and theater patrons among its clientele, was hit hard by the stock market crash of 1929. Schepps used this disruption to rethink his approach to jewelry, debuting a new store in 1934 on Madison Avenue, where he would make his mark in playful custom adornments.
While many high-end jewelers of his era focused on the purest and most valuable gemstones, Schepps chose his materials for their color and shape, elevating flawed stones others disregarded in collage-like formations involving unconventional materials such as fine wood, coral, seashells and flea-market finds. Passersby of his New York City shop could find a frog-shaped brooch carved from rosewood, a vintage snuff bottle broken into links for a bracelet and loose-drilled pearls plugged with diamonds. Schepps’s whimsical pieces found fans in fashion icons who appreciated his unique statements, including Doris Duke, Andy Warhol and the Duchess of Windsor.
Following Schepps’s death in 1972, his daughter, jewelry designer Patricia S. Vaill, ran the jewelry house for two decades before it was taken over by Jay Bauer and Anthony Hopenhajm of Trianon jewelry. Following the closure of the company’s Park Avenue store in November 2020, sales for Seaman Schepps is now based in its boutique location out of Palm Beach, Florida, where the legendary brand carries forth its founder’s spirited designs.
On 1stDibs, find a distinctive collection of vintage Seaman Schepps jewelry, including brooches, bracelets and other accessories.
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.