Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Gold Massive Swirl Feather Chunky Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Massive Extra Large Openwork Swirl Twist Feather Chunky Statement Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold
$4,390
H 0.73 in W 2.45 in
Fancy Vintage Gold 6.05ctw Diamond & Sapphire Wave Overlap Swirl Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is an absolutely breathtaking vintage pin brooch that was crafted from solid 18k white gold and is completely drenched with fine quality diamond and sapphires throughout its uni...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Black Crystals Swirl Twist Openwork Long Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Long Black Enamel Swirl Twist Crystals Openwork Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine.
Gold Plate
$349
W 0.6 in L 2.6 in
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Crystals Long Fire Croissant Swirl Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Long Fire Croissant Crystals Swirl Openwork Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine.
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Long Black Crystals Swirl Flame Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Long Black Enamel Crystals Swirl Flame Openwork Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition.
Gold Plate
Vintage Massive YSL Yves Saint Laurent Pearl Rhinestone Swirl Pendant Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive YSL Yves Saint Laurent Pearl Rhinestone Swirl Pendant Brooch Measurements: Height: 2 5/8 inches (6.66 cm) Width: 2 5/8 inches (6.66 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic Y...
$19,748
W 2.01 in L 3.31 in
Mid-Century Diamond Swirl Double-Clip Brooch Convertible Platinum 1950s 1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century diamond swirl double-clip convertible brooch in platinum, 1950s/1960s.
Diamond, Platinum
$349
W 1.66 in L 1.74 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1969 Gold Silver Clover Knot Bow Swirl Interlocked Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1969 Vintage Knot Bow Swirl Twist Interlocked Clover Brooch, Gold Silver Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Art Deco 950 Platinum TW ~2.50 Carat Diamond Geometric Swirl Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Art Deco geometric swirl pin brooch. It is crafted in 950 platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
$443
W 0.48 in L 3.86 in
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Extra Long Swirl Leaf Crystals Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Extra Long Swirl Leaf Sparkling Crystals Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition.
Gold Plate
$938
H 0.63 in W 1.1 in L 1.24 in
Vintage Burst Swirl Pin Brooch with Citrine and Seed Pearls 5.28g V1180
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Vintage Burst Swirl Pin Brooch with Citrine and Seed Pearls 5.28g ♥ The item measures 31.4mm in length (North South direction), 27.9mm in width (East West direction), and stands ...
Citrine, Pearl
$672
W 1.58 in L 1.97 in
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Openwork Round Swirl Knot White Pearl Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Large Openwork Oval Round Swirl Knot Twist White Pearl Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
$443
W 1.5 in L 1.58 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Gold Triangle Fan Swirl Twist Spiral Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Unisex Fan Triangle Swirl Twist Spiral Chunky Modernist Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
$389
W 1.78 in L 1.97 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1969 Vintage Large Chunky Swirl Twist Gold Silver Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1969 Vintage Large Chunky Swirl Twist Modenist Elegant Statement Brooch, Gold Silver Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine.
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
$254
W 1.19 in L 2.76 in
Plum Blossom Flower Pink Leaf Swirl Stem Whole Sparkling Crystals Silver Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Plum Blossom Flower Pink Leaf Swirl Stem Whole Sparkling Crystals Brooch Silver Tone, Swarovski Element Very excellent condition.
Silver Plate
$861
W 1.86 in L 2.13 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Leaf Large Textured Five Swirl Wavy Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Unisex Large Textured Vivid Swirl Wavy Five Leaf Modernist Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
$443
W 0.91 in L 2.84 in
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Textured Long Vivid Leaf Twist Swirl Wave Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Textured Long Vivid Twist Swirl Wave Leaf Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Gold Plate
$2,650
W 1.2 in D 0.3 in L 2.75 in
Vintage 14k Italy Brooch Pin Large Statement Modernist Swirl Design Tri Gold
Located in Greer, SC
"Artistic leaf design brooch is made in 14 karat yellow, white and rose gold, stamped 14KT, marked Italy weighs 10.2 pennyweights, cast and hand assembled construction, bright finish...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$443
W 1.5 in L 1.78 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Textured Four Curled Swirl Wavy Leaf Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Unisex Textured Four Curled Swirl Wavy Leaf Modernist Elegant Brooch, Gold Plated Very excellent condition.
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s White Pearls Swirl Wavy Vine Leaf Flower Openwork Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Vintage Swirl Wavy Twist Vine Leaf Flower White Pearls Openwork Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition, 100% genuine.
Gold Plate
$672
W 1.58 in L 1.97 in
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round Pearl Gold Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round White Pearl Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine.
Gold Plate
$1,252
W 1.78 in L 1.78 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Red Bead Cabochon Swirl Circle Openwork Dome Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Red Bead Cabochon Swirl Circle Domed Openwork Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Plated Very excellent condition.
Gold Plate
$1,063
W 1.78 in L 1.78 in
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Massive Crystals White Pearl Swirl Nest Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Massive White Round Circle Pearl Cabochon Red Pink Yellow Blue Green Crystals Swirl Nest Openwork Chunky Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very...
Gold Plate
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Swirl Carved Coral Diamond Emerald 1960’s Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The incredibly unique part of this piece is the swirl or honeycomb shaped carved coral with what almost looks to be vines growing from the center.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Goossens Rhinestone Wire Swirl Pendant Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Goossens Rhinestone Wire Swirl Pendant Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.83 inches (7.2 cm) Width: 2.83 inches (7.2 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic YV...
$2,998
H 0.9 in W 0.9 in
Antique Victorian 18k Gold 1.97ctw Old European Diamond Swirl Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous antique brooch pin was crafted in 18k yellow gold during the Victorian era and features an open swirl flower design that is covered in fine old European cut diamonds th...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Round Cabochon Opal & Seed Pearl Round Swirl Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (8) Natural Genuine Opals - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Strong Play of Color - Range from 3.6 to 3.7 mm each (approx.) Numerous Genuine Cultured Seed...
Opal, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Opal & Seed Pearl Swirl Wreath Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (8) Natural Genuine Opal- Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Nice Play Of Colors - 3.5mm each (approx.) Numerous Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls- Round Shape -...
Opal, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
$766
W 1.86 in L 2.13 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Gold Large Five Leaf Vivid Swirl Wavy Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Unisex Large Vivid Swirl Wavy Five Leaf Brooch Gold Modernist Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
$443
W 1.58 in L 1.74 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Gold Three Trio Vivid Swirl Leaf Wavy Twist Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Unisex 3 Three Trio Vivid Swirl Leaf Wavy Twist Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% Genuine.
Gold Plate
$349
W 1.58 in L 1.74 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Gold Leaf Vivid Trio Swirl Wavy Twist Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Vivid Trio Swirl Wavy Twist Leaf Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
$443
W 1.58 in L 1.74 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Leaf Trio Vivid Swirl Wavy Twist Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Unisex Three Trio Vivid Swirl Leaf Wavy Twist Brooch, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Gold Plate
$483
W 0.71 in L 1.78 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Double Rope Wavy Twist Knot Swirl Chunky Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Unisex Double Rope Wavy Twist Knot Swirl Chunky Statement Modernist Brooch, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Gold Plate
Estate 14k Swirl Ribbon Baguette Round Diamond Brooch Pin 6.40cttw G Vs1
Located in Winter Springs, FL
This is for certain a custom made piece done by hand. It has been set with numerous, large high quality diamonds. Between large tapered baguette and round diamonds, there is approxim...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$330
W 1.75 in L 2.25 in
1950s Red Art Glass and Iridescent Swirl Cabochon Floral Brooch in Gold-Tone Set
Located in Milford, DE
This dramatic 1950s floral brooch features rich ruby red art glass stones in a mix of pear, marquise, and navette cuts, all set in a gold-tone metal framework.
Crystal
$3,796
H 0.64 in L 2.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts 12k Gold GIA Sapphire Ruby & Emerald Swirl Leaf Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This long brooch features a swirling design with small leaf accents at the top and bottom.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Open Circle Brooch with Round Diamonds and Swirl Detail in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous round diamond open circle brooch, meticulously crafted in 14 karat white gold features a captivating swirl design, beautifully adorned with sparkling diamonds that enha...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,875
W 0.75 in L 2 in
Round Brilliant Pavé Diamond Open Swirl Motif Brooch Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 14 karat yellow gold brooch features an enchanting wave design, showcasing a harmonious blend of precious metal and diamonds. The brooch captures the fluidity of waves with two ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Gold Swirled Leaf Clip
Located in Riverdale, NY
Weighty and dimensional swirl clip-brooch with a refined and tailored look. 1960's USA.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Dimensional Sterling Retro Swirl Clip
Located in New York, NY
Nice quality sterling retro swirl clip with pave accents and oval ruby pastes. Dimensional and easy to wear. Marked "Sterling" with pink gold wash. 2" x 1.75". 1940's USA.
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Napier Modernist Swirl Citrine Paste Suite
By Napier
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Napier Modernist Swirl Citrine Stone Suite. Brooch with earrings with clip back fittings.
Gilt Metal
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Swirl Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum swirl pin by Tiffany & Co. is set with sparkling round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 2.87ct. graded F-G color with VS clarity. The pin measures 28mm in...
Diamond, Platinum
Large Whimsical 925 Sterling "Swirl" Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully whimsical 925 sterling "Swirl" pendant measures 1 6/8 inches in length, width is 1 7/8 inches, depth is 1/2 inch. Made in Italy.
Swirling 18kt Gold Natural Sapphire Diamonds Pin
Located in New York, NY
Swirling 3D Crest Pin Very Well Made .50ct natural diamonds G-color Vs2 Clarity .80ct natural sapphire 1.8 x 1.6 inch Handmade 18kt. yellow gold 30 Grams. $8000 Apprais...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Kurt Wayne Diamond Gold Swirl Pin/Pendant
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
Made of 14k white gold, this pin features sparkling round cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.60ct graded G-H color with VS clarity. The pin can also be worn as a pendant. The chai...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Ruby and White Diamond Flower Swirl Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This elegant flower pin showcases a dynamic, swirling design composed of four overlapping pavé-set petals, with three rendered in vibrant rubies and one in brilliant white diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Flower Swirl Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This elegant flower pin showcases a dynamic, swirling design composed of four overlapping pavé-set petals, with three rendered in black diamonds and one in brilliant white diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Chanel 14K Yellow Gold Rope Swirl Pin with Emeralds
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite piece features a circular motif crafted from yellow gold. The brooch showcases a series of twisted gold ropes, elegantly layered to form a captivating spiral pattern. ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
Tiffany Retro Flower Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Darnestown, MD
All three petals have a swirled ribbed pattern. The brooch has a double pinstem.
14k Gold
Art Nouveau Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Swirl Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a 5.0 mm round button pearl - white in body color with moderate luster Featuring a grooved swirl surround with clustered old European cut diamonds Bezel set at bottom weig...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Orange Crystals White Pearls Aurora Swirl Floral Set
By Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Trifari Vintage 1980s Pink Orange Enamel Spiral Twist Flower Floral White Pearls Aurora Crystals 2 Gift Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Some of light...
Gold Plate
Victorian 0.40ct Diamond Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
The stones are all of good quality, matching at F in colour and VS in clarity. The brooch features beautiful swirling metalwork along with a rope and ball motif around the circumfere...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Soho 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond and Black Onyx Swirl Pin
By SOHO
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Soho Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 50 round brilliant cut= 1.20cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: pin measures 42mm in length Weight: 9.76 grams
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage French Enamel Ribbon Brooch, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
This vintage brooch features two swirling ribbons, coloured by glossy green and blue enamelling.
18k Gold, Enamel
Jomaz Pearl and Pave Baguette Brooch and Earrings
By Jomaz
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Jomaz Pearl and Pave Baguette Brooch and Earrings from the 1950's. Swirl design brooch with elaborate round and baguette crystal work.
Rhodium
Alfred Philippe for Trifari Aquamarine Retro Clip Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Alfred Philippe for Trifari faux aquamarine retro swirl clip brooch. Composed of yellow gold plated sterling silver ribbed chevron, with large rectangular focal aquamarine.
Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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.
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