Vintage Silver & Marcasite Swallow Brooch 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage marcasite swallow brooch. Inspired by the swallow, a symbol of sentiment, this is an
Vintage Silver & Marcasite Swallow Brooch 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage marcasite swallow brooch. Inspired by the swallow, a symbol of sentiment, this is an
Victorian Turquoise Swallow Brooch
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Swallows have long symbolized love, loyalty, and safe return, making them a cherished motif in
Ruby, Turquoise, Silver
Antique Swallow Diving Diamond Silver Rubies Gold Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
as a choker on a velvet ribbon. The swallow was created in 1880 ca out of silver and gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Victorian Silver Set Diamond and Yellow Gold Swallow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver set swallow brooch; part of our antique diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sterling Silver Marcasite Blue Enamel Swallow Bird Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful sterling silver swallow bird brooch with a red eye. It is set with marcasites, and
Marcasite, Silver, Enamel
Victorian Diamond 4 Swallow Bird Silver On Gold Brooch Circa 1890
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Victorian four Swallow Birds diamond brooch, circa 1890s. What a beautiful site to behold
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$3,490
H 0.18 in W 0.95 in L 1.95 in
Late Victorian 20k Yellow Gold and Silver Swallows and Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully symbolic late Victorian brooch featuring three finely rendered swallows in rich 20k
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$4,950Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian 15K Gold and Silver Diamond Swallow and Ear of Wheat Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, ruby, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising fifty-four rose cut diamonds
Diamond, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Victorian 2.10 Ct Rose cut Diamond Rare Swallow Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Flying Swallow This graceful Victorian Swallow brooch is 1870 ca Depicted with wings spread in
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$686
W 1.34 in L 1.82 in
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Bird Ruby Eye Whole Crystals Swallow Perch Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Perch Brooch, Silver Tone Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, not any stones lost
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Early Victorian Paste Swallow Bird Brooch With a Garnet Eye
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Swallow Brooch Silver Circa 1850 This silver brooch is a stunning example of early
Silver
Sterling Silver Swallow Bird Pin Brooch # 19589
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver Swallow Bird Pin Brooch - This unique pin brooch features 3 swallow birds in
Sterling Silver
1950s Diamond Swallow Brooch
Located in London, GB
Vintage diamond swallow brooch, in flight set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in silver
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage Marcasite and Enamel Swallow Brooch, 800 Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A charming vintage mid century era c1940s silver, Marcasite and enamel swallow brooch. This is a
Marcasite, Silver, Enamel
Antique Victorian Diamond Swallow Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A classical Victorian theme, this is a particularly fine rendition, preserved in truly exceptional condition. Measuring approximately 1.5 by 1.5 inches, with cabochon rubies dotting ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
French Antique Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Gold and Silver Set of Swallow Brooches
Located in New York, NY
A set of three French Antique 18 karat gold and oxidized silver, platinum and enamel brooches with
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver
Victorian Silver Day and Night Brooch, Owl and Swallow, 9 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
aesthetic design shining through. The brooch is an ellipse shape in engraved silver combining two
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sold
W 1.38 in L 1.38 in
Antique Victorian Diamond Swallow Bird Brooch in Silver and 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This marvelous Victorian swallow bird brooch is set with 38 rose cut diamonds, total weight
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Sold
H 0.21 in W 1.49 in L 0.98 in
Victorian 1.95 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Swallow Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive Victorian swallow brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a silver setting
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Silver
Sold
W 1.34 in L 1.82 in
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Ruby Eye Whole Crystals Swallow Bird Perch Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Perch Brooch, Silver Tone Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, not any stones lost
Silver Plate
Antique Edwardian 9K Yellow Gold Blue Paste and Pearl Swallow Wishbone Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
pearls, set in 9 karat yellow gold, with a silver pin. The brooch is adorned with a vibrant blue round
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sold
W 1.34 in L 1.82 in
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Ruby Eye Whole Crystals Swallow Bird Perch Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Perch Brooch, Silver Tone Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, not any stones lost
Silver Plate
Sold
H 0.24 in W 0.67 in L 1.89 in
Antique Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Swallow Brooch, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver set swallow brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold and Silver Topped Diamond Swallow Bird Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold and Silver Topped Diamond Swallow Bird Pin. This
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sterling Silver Royal Blue Enamel Swallow Bird Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Sterling Enamel Swallow Bird Brooch. It depicts a royal blue sterling silver enamel
Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Sweetheart Brooch, 9ct Gold, Swallow, Lovers Knot
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and unusual antique sweetheart brooch. This particular sweetheart brooch really does
Gold, Silver
*NRP $1* 925 Sterling Silver Swallow Enamel Antique Stud Brooch
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*925 Sterling Silver Swallow Enamel Antique Stud Brooch* Swallow shape enamel on the white gold
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Swallow and Shamrock Brooch, Pin, Boxed
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Edwardian era Swallow and Shamrock or clover brooch. It is a small dainty
Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Sold
W 0.875 in L 2 in
Victorian Sterling Silver and 10k Gold Swallow Brooch with Diamonds and Sapphire
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Victorian swallow brooch includes 2 round blue sapphires and 20 diamonds (19 are old rose cuts
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Swallow Brooch, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique swallow brooch paved with rose cut diamonds set in silver. The length is two inches. The 56
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
*NRP* 925 Sterling Silver Swallow Enamel Antique Stud Necklace
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*925 Sterling Silver Swallow Enamel Antique Stud Necklace* Swallow shape enamel on the white gold
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Sold
H 0.22 in W 0.79 in L 1.69 in
Antique Victorian 1.19 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold 'Swallow' Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 1.19 Ct diamond and 9k yellow gold, silver set bird brooch; part of
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1910 Antique 3.34 Ct Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Swallow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
in 18k yellow gold with a silver setting. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a swallow in
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Rose Cut Diamond Swallow Pin
Located in Stamford, CT
and head. Ruby eyes in the swallow and silver top. Yellow gold back. Secure old style pin. Circa 1850
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Victorian Swallow and Crescent Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Ruby & Diamond Crescent & Swallow Brooch, Silver & Gold, Circa 1860, Significant Model in
Carrington & Co. Swallow Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
"Carrington & Co. To H.M. The Queen and The Prince and Princess of Whales". This swallow of sliver
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Diamond Three Swallows Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A beautiful antique brooch featuring three swallows set with rose cut diamonds and ruby eyes. The
White Diamond, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Early Victorian White Paste Swallow Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A beautiful early Victorian diving swallow brooch set with bright white paste gemstones. The
Ruby, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 4.41 Carat Diamond Swallow Brooch circa 1880
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Victorian 4.41 Carat Diamond Swallow Brooch, circa 1880 Highly decorative brooch in the
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Russian 2.7 Carat Diamond and Ruby Swallow Brooch, Moscow, circa 1890
Located in Goettingen, DE
Russian 2.7 carat diamond and ruby swallow Brooch Moscow circa 1890 A magnificent diamond and ruby
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage Corocraft Enamel Swallow Bird Brooch
By Coro
Located in London, GB
A beautiful swallow brooch, made by Coro and patented by Adolf Katz, in 1943. The brooch is
Sterling Silver
$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
$5,432
H 0.27 in W 0.71 in L 1.69 in
1.52 Carat Aquamarine and 2.92 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.52 carat aquamarine and 2.92 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set double clip brooch; part of our antique 1920s jewelry colle...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Pair of Antique Gold Platinum and Gem set Hair Combs
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Pair of Phenomenal Hair Combs, measuring 5 1/4 inches in length and 1 3/4 inches wide, heavy 18k Yellow gold with Platinum mountings top sections on top of Tortoise, furth...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Rare Vivienne Westwood red wool beret with gold leaf 'PAGAN KISS' and signature Orb logo. Made for the 'Choice' tour with Sara Stockbridge in 1988. Pagan I, Spring-Summer 1988
Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k yellow gold cat brooch, with approx. 1.10ctw H/SI1 diamonds. Brooch measures 1.25" x 1". Marked 18k on the back. Weight - 10.7 grams.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Vintage Iconic CARTIER Art Deco Turquoise and Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Stylish and Finely detailed Vintage Art Deco CARTIER Turquoise Briolette and OEC Diamond Drop Platinum Earrings. Hand set with Turquoise Briolette Gemstones and Old...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Ref.#4819/1J Wacth White Dial with Black Roman Numerals, Hobnail Pattern Bezel, 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Meshh Bracelet. Swiss...
Yellow Gold
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
1925s Art Deco 2 Carat Emeralds 2.20 Carat Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime art deco ring, its entire platinum setting is closed set on its top with a Colombian emerald- cut emerald and an antique- cut diamond. This duo of gems is s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Rock Crystal Tree of Life Ring
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A poignant relic of love and remembrance, this extraordinary mourning ring features a finely crafted Tree of Life—formed from macerated hair and set beneath a luminous domed rock cry...
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$6,720Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.91 in D 0.4 in L 0.91 in
Set in 18K Gold, Ceylon Blue Sapphires, Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Blue Sapphires & Pink Sapphires Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of of the Blue Sapphires is carats. Th...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Certified Natural Pearl and Diamond Bow Brooch 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
VICTORIAN NATURAL SALTWATER PEARL AND DIAMOND BOW BROOCH (late 19th Century) (GIA Lab report and Gem & Pearl Lab report) Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl and Diamond Brooch 19th Cen...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14k Turquoise + Diamond Round Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful turquoise and diamond locket pendant from the Victorian (ca1870s) era! This lovely piece is crafted in 14kt yellow gold and forms a round shape. Covering the front surfac...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
Turquoise & Silver Ring American, Circa 1920s
Located in Northampton, MA
This sleek, graphic turquoise and silver ring was created near the 1920s, and is consistent in design, quality, and materials to rings created by the Zuni nation; however the ring is...
Turquoise, Silver
Vintage 9ct Gold Diamond & Seed Pearl Star Brooch/Pendant Hallmarked London 1965
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Star Brooch 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1965 Makers Mark DHJ This exquisite vintage 9ct yellow gold brooch showcases an enchanting 8-pointed star design, radiating ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k 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.