Gilt Sterling Elephant Brooch
By Airoldi
Located in New York, NY
Gilt sterling elephant brooch with silver toned tusks. Blue paste eyes.
Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Gilt Sterling Elephant Brooch
By Airoldi
Located in New York, NY
Gilt sterling elephant brooch with silver toned tusks. Blue paste eyes.
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Trifari Alfred Philippe Jelly Belly Trumpeting Elephant Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare Trifari Alfred Philippe trumpeting elephant Jelly Belly brooch of gold plated sterling silver with teardrop faux sapphire cabochons and crystal rhinestone pave.
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Vintage Monet Republican Elephant Pin Brooch in Silver, Red and Blue Enamel
By Monet
Located in Milford, DE
This patriotic pin features a silver-tone elephant, accented with clear crystals and red & blue enamel. By Monet. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Monet
Crystal, Enamel
1994 Tiffany and Co. 18K Yellow Gold/Sterling Silver Sapphire Elephant &Baby Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1994 Tiffany and Co Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 27.5 grams Sapphire Details: Cut: Natural Round Brilliant Pin M...
Sapphire
Henry Dunay Tusked Elephant Pendant or Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate Henry Dunay tusked elephant pendant or brooch, circa 1990. This elephant brooch or pendant with folding bale is crafted in sterling silver and 18 karat yellow gold by Henry Du...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
HENRY DUNAY Gold and Silver Elephant Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderfully Detailed and Textured Elephant Brooch by Henry Dunay.
Sterling Silver
Elephant Brooch with Sapphire
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
Elephant brooch with sapphire old cut diamond emerald and ruby in the eyes made in silver gold plated size 40 x 30 x 20 mm weight 24 gram
Diamond, Silver
Henry Dunay Sterling Silver African Elephant Brooch with 18 Karat Gold Tusks
By Henry Dunay
Located in Bethesda, MD
Discover the artistry of Henry Dunay with this captivating African elephant brooch, meticulously sculpted in sterling silver.
Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Monet Republican Elephant Pin Brooch in Silver, Red and Blue Enamel
By Monet
Located in Milford, DE
This patriotic pin features a silver-tone elephant, accented with clear crystals and red & blue enamel. By Monet. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Monet
Crystal, Enamel
Early Victorian Diamond Ruby Silver-Topped Gold Elephant Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting an elephant with raised trunk Set with rose cut diamonds and round cut ruby eye Silver-topped gold and original pin stem and hook Measures: Approx. 1 x 1/2 Inch Total W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Henry Dunay Silver Elephant Brooch with Gold Tusks
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Wonderfully sculptural elephant brooch by American designer, Henry Dunay.
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Vermeil Elephant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Vermeil Elephant Brooch of gold washed sterling from the 1940's. Lucky elephant with raised trunk and large fancy cut amythest crystal body and pave details. Marked Sterlin...
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Henry Dunay Elephant Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 18K Estate Fine Designer Jewelry
By Henry Dunay
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Iconic Henry Dunay, Charging Bull Elephant Brooch, Hand crafted in Sterling Silver with 18 Karat Yellow Gold tusks.
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Orient” Elephant Brooch, Sapphire, Emerald & Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Elephant Brooch, Sapphire, Emerald Set In 18K Gold and Silver Natural Blue Sapphire, round brilliant shapes, micro pave setting, Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 12 Carats ...
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate,...
Sold
H 1.54 in W 0.4 in L 1.82 in
Exceptional Hermès Brooch Lapel Pin Elephant in Silver and Gold 18K RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Lapel Pin Pattern: Elephant's Head Made in France Head is made of Silver, the eyes, the tusks and the end of the trunk are made of 18k Gold Vin...
18k Gold, Silver
Henry Dunay Sterling and 18k Gold Elephant Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Henry Dunay Elephant Brooch, measuring 1 1/8 X 1 1/8 inches, nicely detailed and finished. A hard to find and desirable piece from Dunay, excellent near unworn condition.
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Hermes Sterling Silver Elephant Tie Clip
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES sterling silver elephant tie clip. Embossed HERMES. Fully hallmarked with French sterling silver "Minerve" and maker's hallmark. Indicative measurements : length a...
Vintage Monet Republican Elephant Pin Brooch in Silver, Red and Blue Enamel
By Monet
Located in Milford, DE
This patriotic pin features a silver-tone elephant, accented with clear crystals and red & blue enamel. By Monet. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Monet
Crystal, Enamel
Brooch 0.59ct Squared Ruby & Quartz Sterling Silver Lucky Elephant Pendant
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A rare lucky charm elephant pendant/ brooch made with sterling silver in Thailand.
Ruby, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Diamond Floral Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Darnestown, MD
Jean Schlumberger was vice president of Tiffany and one of their premier designers. Among those who collected his work were Bunny Mellon; Babe Paley and Diana Vreeland. His pieces co...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bochic "Orient" Ruby & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch in 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic "Orient" Ruby, & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch in 18K Gold & Silver Blue Natural Oval Shape Ruby - 4 carat Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 18 carats Green Ga...
Garnet, Kunzite, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co Jade Flower Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Jade Flower Brooch A round jade brooch with a center rose adorned with a round-cut diamond. Approximate Diameter: 1.25" Signed: Tiffany & Co Metal Type: 14-karat yell...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Company Paloma Picasso Large Impressive Citrine Cabochon Ring
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Company 18K Yellow Gold Ring, the top measures 1 inch in Diameter and is set with a Large Impressive Cabochon Domed Citrine of Approximately ...
Citrine, 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
$184,175
H 7.88 in W 5.12 in
Fabergé Autumn-Egg, 18k Yellow Gold, Aubergine-Red Enamel, Diamonds 3.34ct G VS
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Autumn Egg, 18k Yellow Gold, Aubergine-Red Enamel, Diamonds 3.34 ct G VS, Obsidian, Agate, Ruby, Amethyst, Coral, Onyx This Fabergé egg, created in 1998 as part of the “Four...
Agate, Amber, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 5.00 Carat Flawless Fancy Pink Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. The color of this diamond is much bette...
Pink Diamond
$12,265
Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Mauboussin Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Clutch Bag with Chanel Accessories 23 cts
By Mauboussin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k white gold Mauboussin multi-gemstone clutch bag. The clutch comprises of princess cabochon cut green tourmalines, sapphires and rubies placed evenly on the and back. The...
Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Ruby, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Whi...
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Hermes Kelly Kellywood 22 Wood Kelly Barenia Leather Limited Edition
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exquisite limited edition Hermes Kellywood "Kelly Wood" 22 bag featured in bog oak and Barenia leather. Not since the Sterling Kelly bag, has Hermes offered a ba...
Rosior One-of-a-kind Cuff Bracelet Hand Chiseled in Yellow Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior One-off cuff bracelet hand chiseled in Yellow Gold. Weight in 19.2K gold: 54.3 g. Unique piece. Handmade in Portugal. Stamped by the portuguese assay office as 19.2K Gold. Sta...
Gold, Yellow 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.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.