Vintage 1940s Retro Seaman Schepps Pin Set
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with Cabochon Rubies weighing a total of approximately 3.00 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.00 carat. Si...
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 2.25" high and 2" wide.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Seaman Schepps Vintage Brooch 14k Gold Bakelite Seashell Pin Estate Jewelry
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful vintage Seaman Schepps brooch made of Bakelite and 14k gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$62,399Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Seaman Schepps GIA Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Miami, FL
The reverse features double pins of identical length with rotating locks, bearing the designer's name Seaman Schepps on the hinged cylinder This designer lapel brooch remains in exce...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Seaman Schepps 18k Gold Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch Carved Rock Crystal Sapphir
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The vintage Seaman Schepps Maltese cross pin is made of carved rock crystal, 18 karat white gold and accented with diamonds and yellow sapphires.
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS RARE RETRO Ruby, Diamond, White Sapphire Gold Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York City, NY
The rare Seaman Schepps pin is remarkable for it's outstanding design and for the unusual superb quality in it's execution and stone content.
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 faceted peridots with inset diamonds all have movement.
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
The noted jewelry designer William deLillo has a wealth of formats he works in to achieve glamour and elegance in his jewelry designs. This pair of flower pins, which ressemble star ...
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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 a great addition to your jewelry collection. It is made of 18 karat yellow gold and...
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-of-pearl escargot shell set in 14 karat yellow gold and accented with carved and cab...
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 great addition to your jewelry collection. And, you are getting an easygoing, pati...
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 in diamonds. Measures 65mm x 44mm. Marked: Seaman Schepps, Irid. Plat. Weight - 3...
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 gold Weight: 21.15 grams Dimensions: 47.5 x 36mm Diamonds: Approx. 1.00 CTW G-H VS ...
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.
Emerald, 18k Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS White Gold and Crystal Fan Pins
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
The pair of pins designed as carved transparent crystal fans wrapped with polished white gold wire, horizontal single pin backs and safety catches, signed SEAMAN SCHEPPS and stamped ...
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 - Approx. 3.70ctw Iolite Clarity: VS Color: G Measurements:Earrings - 31mm x 21mm, Brooch ...
Seaman Schepps Gold Gemstone Diamond Fish Pendant Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 14k yellow gold fish brooch set with pink gemstone eyes and diamond teeth. The brooch measures 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
An 18k yellow gold and wood brooch set with sapphire and emerald cabochons. The brooch measures 81mm x 50mm and weighs 22 grams. Marked: Shell signature mark, 902, 750, Seaman Sche...
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 approximately 0.35ctw in diamonds and a yellow sapphire in the center. The wood and turqu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Lapis Chessman Brooch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
A warrior on horseback, carved from a thick slab of neo-turquoise, with lapis lazuli helmet, shield and decorative plaque at base, wrapped with 14kt yellow gold and accented with dia...
Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 14k Gold
SEAMAN SCHEPPS Crystal & Diamond "Leaves" Brooch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
The current retail price for this 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; 8 Pink Sapphires: 4mm x 3.5mm; 1 Emerald: 1mm in diameter; Pearl Approx. 22.5mm X...
Seaman Schepps Jasper Citrine Emerald Gold Turtle Brooch Pin
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold turtle brooch set with Jasper, Citrine and Emeralds. The brooch measures 75mm x 53mm and weighs 74.9 grams. Marked: 7020, Shell signature mark, 750 , Seaman Sche...
Citrine, Emerald, 18k Gold
Iconic Verdura Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bangle
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Verdura Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bangle A Verdura black jade cuff bracelet, centered with a antique starburst motif set with an emerald framed with antique diamonds Signed a...
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold
Art Deco Platinum 2.8 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this vintage beauty! She is sweet & perfect for everyday love. Bracelet Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Weight: 16.6 Grams Head Width: 12.8mm Leng...
Diamond, Platinum
$4,095Sale Price|25% Off
W 1 in L 1 in
Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Floral Petal Clip-On Earrings, 20g
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Expression of Luxury and Heritage Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Floral Petal Shaped Clip-On Earrings. Steeped in the...
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,998
H 1.1 in W 0.64 in
Seaman Schepps Fifties 18k Gold Bezel Multi Color Gemstones Omega Hoop Earrings
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Gemstones - Multi Shapes - Bezel Set - Multi Colors Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 28.68 Grams Backing: Posts w/ Omega Closures (Pier...
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Vintage Signed Jewelry Style: Tubugas Yellow Gold Collar Necklace with Amber Cabochon Serial Number: 745623 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 14 Inches Dimensions: 14 - 15 ...
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Constellation Diamond Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Cartier wrap earrings from the classic Constellation collection feature intertwined bands crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with red rubies, blue sapphires and brilli...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
An 18th century sapphire cameo depicting Hercules
Located in London, GB
An 18th century sapphire cameo depicting Hercules, the oval sapphire weighing 7.90 carats and finely engraved with the profile of Hercules facing right, rub-over set to a yellow gold...
Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian 18kt Gold Lapis Lazuli Skull Ring with Diamonds
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1970 ca. Ring size: 8 Dimension: 28 x 22 mm Weight: 15,7 gr The ring, made in Italy and dating back to the 1970s, consists of an 18-karat yellow gold frame featuring an exce...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
CARTIER Paris Art Deco Enameled Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Gemstone
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring designed by Cartier. This is a magnificent art deco ring, created in Paris France and designed by the jewelry house of Cartier. This colorful cocktail ring is very ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
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
Seaman Schepps Clear Crystal Clip on Earrings
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Dallas, TX
Seaman Schepps Rock Crystal and Gold Braided Earrings. 50.1 Grams Marked Seaman Schepps 750 1699 1.25 inches length 1 inch width 18K yellow gold
Crystal, 18k Gold
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
$64,975
H 1.6 in W 2.5 in D 0.75 in Dm 3.25 in L 7 in
Retro Art Deco Cuff Bracelet in 14Karat Gold w/ Citrine, Rubies, and Diamonds
By Mouboussin
Located in New York, NY
This striking and exquisitely made Retro Art Deco Cuff Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold W/ Citrine, Rubies, and Diamonds is designed and crafted in the United States during the Retro Art De...
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Georgian Boxed Woven Pearl Starburst Tiara, Circa 1780
Located in Altrincham, GB
A spectacular Georgian tiara, gorgeously crafted and fitted in a royal blue velvet box. Its composed of countless natural and seed pearls, I can't imagine you could count them all- a...
Pearl, Base Metal
Vintage Seaman Schepps Pearl 3 Strand Necklace w/ Synthetic Spinel Gold Clasp
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Genuine Cultured Potato Pearls - Near Round Bead Shape -Cream Color w/ Pink Overtone - Range from 5.4-10.52mm (approx.) (1) Synthetic Spinel - Emerald Cut - P...
Pearl, Spinel, Gold, White Gold
Lapis Lazuli and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, circa 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This sleek 1960s cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold features a round, royal blue lapis lazuli centerpiece surrounded by intricate gold beaded detailing. Adding to its luxurious...
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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.