Kenneth Jay Lane's Snail brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane's exotic snail brooch fashioned from a real shell and mounted onto a gilt body
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Gilt Metal
Kenneth Jay Lane's Snail brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane's exotic snail brooch fashioned from a real shell and mounted onto a gilt body
Gilt Metal
Cellini 18kt White Gold 2.50ct Ruby & 1.80ct Diamond Snail Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Lovely snail brooch ,artistically designed in 18 karat white gold. The body is set with 1.80 carats
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cellini 18kt White Gold 2.50ct Blue Sapphire & 1.80ct Diamond Snail Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Cellini Jewelers NYC, Lovely snail brooch ,artistically designed in 18 karat white gold. The body
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Webb Snail Brooch Black Enamel Diamond Gold
By David Webb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
David Webb diamond and enamel 18 karat gold snail clip brooch circa 1980. The figural design
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chalcedony Pearl Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Snail Brooch
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The snail brooch evokes an oceanic spirit. Soft blue chalcedony is carved as the shell. The 18k
Chalcedony, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$425
H 1.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.5 in Dm 1.75 in L 2 in
Vintage Gold with Green and Crystals Snail Brooch Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold with Green and Crystal Snail Brooch, Circa 1980s. This small and 3D brooch is chic
Mixed Metal
Playful Pair of Vintage 18ct Gold Snail Brooches
Located in Milano, MI
: Period: Vintage Material: 18ct gold Design: Pair of snail-shaped brooches Dimensions: Height 1.7 cm
Gold
Whimsical Large Enamel and Diamond Yellow Gold Snail Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This exceptional realistic looking snail is amazing. The golden enamel with black stripes shell is
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K Yellow Gold Snail Brooch with Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Hicksville, NY
Details: .50ct total weight, F Color, VS Clarity Hallmarks: “MDJ18K” on the back of the brooch. Pin
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Tigers-Eye Mother-of-Pearl Gold Snail Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The most sweet and loving snail you will ever see! Made with a hand-carved tigers eye shell and a
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold
$272Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oversized Lucite & Patinated Brass Swirl / Snail Brooch By Fabrice Paris, 1970s
By Fabrice Paris
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 3.5" x 3" - Brass and lucite - By Fabrice Paris (signed on verso) - Circa 1970s - Estate Acquired - Beautifu...
Masriera 18 KT Yellow Gold Twin Snails Enamel Brooch with Sapphires & Diamonds
By Masriera
Located in New York, NY
Masriera 18-karat yellow gold twin snail brooch with multi-color plique-à-jour enameling is delicately
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Snail Diamonds Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A unique piece of high jewelry, this stunning snail-shaped brooch is crafted in 18K yellow gold
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crystal Snail Pin Brooch in Gold, Vintage Late 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A sparkling snail, decorated with rose, peridot, and turquoise crystals. Vintage, like-new
Crystal, Gold Plate
David Webb White Enamel Vintage Studded Snail 0.10 Carat Diamond Brooch Pin
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Vintage David Webb Studded Snail 0.10ct Diamond & Enamel 18K Gold Brooch This work of art in gold
Diamond, Enamel
Antique Victorian Gold and Gem-Set Snail and Crab Sea Shell Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian scallop shell, gem-set, and gold brooch, comprised of two shells adjoined by a
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Unavailable
David Webb Snail Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This quirky and creative Snail brooch is exactly the type of statement piece you would expect from
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Cartier Snail Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brooch set in 18K yellow gold. Features two round faceted prong set diamonds as eyes. TCW is
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Natural Ruby & Diamond Snail Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical and luxurious, this antique snail brooch features sparkling diamonds and vibrant rubies
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blackened and Rose Gold Plated Silver Snail Brooch/Pendant
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
A Blackened and Rose Gold Plated, Silver Snail Brooch/Pendant set with Sapphire, Ruby, Zircon and
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver
Stylish Lapis Lazuli and 18 Karat Gold Snail Brooch by Hermes, Paris
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
materials to make a desirable and wearable Snail Brooch. The double prong on the bottom of the body permits
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Rene Boivin Gold & Diamond Snail Brooch
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
The whimsical brooch realistically designed as a matte-finish yellow gold snail emerging from it's
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
BOUCHERON. Coral Yellow Gold Snail Brooch.
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Designed as a stylised snail, with carved coral body and fluted gold shell, 1950s, signed Boucheron
Coral, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Whimsical Snail Brooch
By Helen Ringus Jewels
Located in TRYON, NC
snails. A double French brooch clip is added for stability.
Brown Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Vintage VALENTINO Snail Rhinestone Brooch
By Valentino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage VALENTINO Snail Rhinestone Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.60 inches (6.6 cm) Width: 1.81
Vintage CLAUDE MONTANA Torsade Frame Badge Brooch
By Claude Montana
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
: 1.88 inches (4.8 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CLAUDE MONTANA pour MARIE PARIS. - 3D snail brooch
Snail Enamel, Diamond and Yellow Gold Brooch
By Knauf Jewels
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This very unique Enamel Snail has been handcrafted with love, care and passion. Its body is made of
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Vintage Christian Lacroix golden large snail design brooch, as hat & scarf pin.
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage Christian Lacroix golden large snail design brooch, can be hat pin, scarf pin
Gold Plate
Vintage CHANEL gold tone heart and snail design brooch with CC mark at center.
By Chanel
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1990s. Vintage CHANEL gold tone heart and snail design brooch with CC mark at center. Rare jewelry
Gold Plate
Diamond Gold Snail Pin by MAUBOUSSIN Paris.
By Mauboussin
Located in Southampton, NY
A beautifully modelled diamond and gold snail pin with ruby set antennae by Mauboussin Paris.
18k Gold
Snail Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Finely made Snail Brooch done in eighteen karat gold with diamonds on his neck and an enamel body
Kenneth Jay Lane Vintage Brown Enamel Snail Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kenneth Jay Lane Vintage Brown Enamel Snail Brooch. This brooch is in very good vintage condition
Exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Cheany Snail Brooch with Ruby Eyes
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 18k Yellow Gold Cheany Snail Brooch with Ruby Eyes Embrace the charm of our Exquisite
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Snail Brooch Green Enamel Diamond Gold
By David Webb
Located in South Pasadena, CA
David Webb diamond and enamel 18 karat gold snail clip brooch circa 1980. The figural design
White Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Snail Brooch
By Irlan
Located in New York, NY
Known as a symbol of patience, this magnificent snail brooch has been crafted by Irlan of Turkey
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
HERMES Gold Snail Brooch
By Hermès
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold clip brooch representing a little snail with a small cabochon cut turquoise and
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
14K Gold Pearl Snail Brooch
Located in Montgomery, AL
made into the perfect shell. He is a great fun conversation starter and loves to entertain. Brooch
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Retro Silver Vermeil Snail Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in sterling silver and vermeil. This amazing brooch represents a snail on the move. The body
Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
Estate Enamel Diamond Gold Snail Brooch
Located in Napoli, NA
Unusual Snail shaped brooch hand made in Italy of 18k yellow and white gold. Shades of green enamel
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.71 in D 0.67 in L 1.46 in
Mid-Century Diamond Blue Enamel Snail Brooch Yellow White Gold Portuguese 1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century diamond and turquoise-blue enamel snail brooch in 19.2kt yellow and white gold
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snail Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a stylized snail with high polished accents Featuring textured skin and
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Diamond White Enamel Snail Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Iconic designer David Webb 18K yellow gold enamel snail fur clip brooch, designed in the whimsical
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati 1960s Mother-Of-Pearl 18 Karat Gold Vintage Snail Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized snail with dimensional features and crosshatch texture throughout Featuring
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Onyx & Mother Of Pearl Snail Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Snail Brooch Featuring A 0.01 Carat Round Diamond Eye With Onyx & Mother of
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Guilloche Enamel Diamond Platinum Snail Lapel Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
enchanting lapel brooch is of French provenance, bearing the designer's signature , the French Hallmark, the
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold
HERMES Vintage Snail Pin Brooch, Limited Edition Noël 1995
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES vintage gold tone snail pin brooch with a green enamel Christmas tree. 1995 Limited
Gilt Metal
Multi-Gold Diamond and Quartz Snail Pin
Located in Southampton, PA
like a snail. The snail's shell is made of quartz and is studded with ~.95ct of diamonds which are set
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.18 in D 0.35 in L 1.38 in
ITALIAN 1960 Snail Brooch In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
An Italian whimsical snail brooch. This is an outstanding brooch of a snail with his shell
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Snail Brooch Diamond Shell Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Diamond and shell snail gold brooch circa 1990. DETAILS: DIAMONDS: one round diamond weighing
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Solitaire Diamond Yellow Gold Snail Brooch
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This rare Hermes brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold in a shape of an adorable snail with high
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Snail Brooch Green Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold
By David Webb
Located in MIAMI, FL
David Webb enamel and diamond 18 karat gold snail clip brooch circa 1980. The design features a
Diamond, 18k Gold
Kenneth Jay Lane Huge Whimsical Faux Turquoise with Gold "Snail" Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane wonderfully huge detailed whimsical "Snail" with faux turquoise
Sold
H 1.97 in W 2.76 in D 0.79 in
MIRIAM HASKELL SET, Brooch and clip-on earrings both with natural snails, 1940's
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Stuttgart, DE
throughout the history of the company. Vines, leaves, flowers, butterflies and here now snails! Brooch with
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Baroque Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
message center. Snail brooch/pendant in 9kt yellow gold composed of a baroque pearl shell and a diamonds
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès Vintage Yellow Gold Snail Shell Pin Brooch
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adorable vintage Snail Shell pin brooch made by Hermès of 18k textured yellow gold. Stamped with
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large Glow Spiral Swirl Snail Modernist Chunky Brooch
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Glow Spiral Swirl Snail Modernist Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone
Gold Plate
Designer Signed Fabrice Paris Mother Pearl Brass Snail Gold Tone Brooch Pin
By Fabrice
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Vintage Designer Fabrice Brooch featuring a Mother of Pearl Snail. Hand crafted Brass Gold
Gold Plate, Brass
1980s Gold & Black Enamel Snail Figural Brooch With Crystal Pavé By Nolan Miller
By Nolan Miller
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 3" x 1.5" - Gold plated - Black enamel - Clear crystal rhinestones - Ruby red glass cabochon accents - By Nolan Miller (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Est...
Italian Sterling Silver and Enamel Snail Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Italian sterling silver and enamel snail pin. Beautifully hand enameled, featuring red
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Hermes snail brooch
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold snail brooch signed Hermes.
18k Gold
CARTIER Snail Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
American 18kt Gold & Shell Snail Brooch with Ruby Eyes, Cartier, NY circa 1960
Gold Diamond and Enamel Snail Brooch
Located in Lake Forest, IL
A cute 18 karat white gold and enamel snail brooch. Set with diamonds in the body and an enamel
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Gold Snail Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Adorable snail brooch by Tiffany & Co, set in 18k yellow gold with diamonds. Measures 30mm x 16mm
Diamond, 18k Gold
David Webb Enamel Diamond Gold Snail Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18kt. yellow gold detailed snail brooch with a double clip back. The body of the snail is black
Diamond, 18k Gold
1980s David Webb Fantastic Large Enamel Diamond Gold Snail Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This magnificent David Webb snail pin if the one you've always dreamed of crawling on your window
Diamond, 18k Gold
Burma Ruby Diamond and Emerald Brooch
Located in Tampa, FL
A superb quality Burmese ruby, diamond and emerald snail brooch featuring 5.00ct. apx. T.W. of
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver and Citrine Snail Pin by John Fix
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver and Citrine Snail Pin by John Fix
Citrine, Sterling Silver
20th Century Gold Enamel & Swarovski Crystal Snail Brooch By, Swarovski
By Swarovski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Gold Enamel & Swarovski Crystal Snail Brooch By, Swarovski-Austria. This dimensional
1950s Unsigned Schreiner Snail Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a 1950s unmarked Schreiner snail brooch made of jappaned metal and set with purple and
Charming Buccellati Snail Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare whimsical Buccellati brooch. Playful and very wearable. Classic Buccellati finish and
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Piaget Tiger's Eye Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Gold Whimsical Snail Pin
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
18kt yellow gold hand Carved Tigerseye whimisical Crawling Snail Double Clip Brooch May be Worn
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
Art Deco Cartier Snail Form Diamond Platinum Stick Pin
By Cartier
Located in Boston, MA
Beacon Hill Jewelers Presents: A Cartier snail form stick pin in platinum. Consisting of Baguette
Diamond, Platinum
18 White Gold Flower Ruby Invisible Stud Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely ruby stud earrings that you can use as everyday.We use the top quality Ruby for our invisible setting.It is deep red and very sparking. The invisible is a highly technique ....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 60.0 Carats Blue-Green Indicolite Tourmaline 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fabulous 18 x 25 mm pear shaped cabochon Brazilian indicolite tourmaline is set within a one of kind Steven Battelle design. Indicolite blue tourmaline is the rarest and most soug...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
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
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
Van Cleef & Arpels Flying Butterfly Necklace and Detachable Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold and Diamond Flying Butterfly Necklace with detachable Butterfly is a beautiful and whimsical piece of jewelry that captures the elegance and grace o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel Clutch 2000"s Collection This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Gucc...
GIA Certified 15.87 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Magnificent 15.87 carat emerald-cut diamond solitaire engagement ring. Classic solitaire ring centering upon a stunning emerald-cut diamond of 15.87 carats, I / VVS2. The ring mount ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold (18 mm). Silver dial with blue hands and black Roman numerals. 18K yellow gold bracelet with 18K y...
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a very special center diamond Gia Certified as Natural 4.00 Ca...
Blue Diamond
Antique Hand Made 18K Gold and Silver Dragonfly Brooch, Circa 1880-1910
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Antique, circa 1880-1910, 18K yellow gold and silver handmade dragonfly brooch/pendant slide with sapphire, opal, ruby and diamond. The plique-a-jour wings are pale blue/green ename...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
$3,440,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2-Carat Fancy Vivid Blue Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite 2-Carat Fancy Vivid Blue Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring Certified by GIA, this extraordinary 2.00-carat pear-cut Fancy Vivid Blue diamond boasts VVS1 clarity—an exceptionally rar...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond
$3,200,000Sale Price|20% Off
No Oil Colombian 69 Ct Emerald Platinum Award Oval Luxury Necklace
Located in Kowloon, HK
Rarely large size in oval shape for the center stone, Colombian emerald is clearly present in the particular stone, A good color identified as intense to vivid green, good clarity an...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$58,600
W 2.25 in L 2.5 in
Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Gold "Leda and the Swan" 7.87 Carat Diamond Brooch
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow g...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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.