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Mario Buccellati 18k Gold Thistle Brooch
Mario Buccellati 18k Gold Thistle Brooch

Mario Buccellati 18k Gold Thistle Brooch

By Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

Mario Buccellati 18k Gold Thistle Brooch A vintage Mario Buccellati 18k yellow gold thistle pin

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Scottish Sterling Thistle Kilt Pin, Ward Bros. from Glasgow c1949
Scottish Sterling Thistle Kilt Pin, Ward Bros. from Glasgow c1949

Scottish Sterling Thistle Kilt Pin, Ward Bros. from Glasgow c1949

Located in valatie, NY

Scottish Sterling Silver Thistle Kilt Pin by Ward Bros. from Glasgow 1949, with faux topaz. The

Category

Mid-20th Century Scottish Victorian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Ruby and Diamond Thistle/Flower Moveable Pin
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Ruby and Diamond Thistle/Flower Moveable Pin

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Ruby and Diamond Thistle/Flower Moveable Pin

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This exquisite Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold thistle flower pin features vibrant round-cut rubies

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Peridot and Ruby Thistle Brooch
Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Peridot and Ruby Thistle Brooch

Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Peridot and Ruby Thistle Brooch

By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Boston, MA

yellow gold in this whimsically classic floral thistle themed design. This pin measures approximately 1.5

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Schlumberger Tiffany Co. Sapphire, Emerald and Yellow Gold Thistle Brooch
Schlumberger Tiffany Co. Sapphire, Emerald and Yellow Gold Thistle Brooch

Schlumberger Tiffany Co. Sapphire, Emerald and Yellow Gold Thistle Brooch

By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Boston, MA

yellow gold in this whimsically classic floral thistle themed design. This pin measures approximately 1.5

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Reversible Lucky Horseshoe Stickpin with Bloodstone & Jasper-Scotland, 19th C
Reversible Lucky Horseshoe Stickpin with Bloodstone & Jasper-Scotland, 19th C

Reversible Lucky Horseshoe Stickpin with Bloodstone & Jasper-Scotland, 19th C

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

good luck. In the center of the horseshoe is the national emblem of Scotland a Thistle with its leaves

Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Brooches

Materials

Jasper, Sterling Silver

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Ciner Thistle Pin
Ciner Thistle Pin

Ciner Thistle Pin

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Ciner Thistle Pin

By Ciner

Located in Toronto, ON

Ciner thistle pin with gold-toned metal, enamel and clear crystals.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Schlumberger Blue Sapphire Thistle Pin

Schlumberger Blue Sapphire Thistle Pin

By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Fine and rare Thistle pin designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany and Company. Pin is crafted in

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Hat Pin, Stylized Purple Thistle, Charles Horner, Sterling, circa 1837
Victorian Hat Pin, Stylized Purple Thistle, Charles Horner, Sterling, circa 1837

Victorian Hat Pin, Stylized Purple Thistle, Charles Horner, Sterling, circa 1837

By Charles Horner

Located in Aliso Viejo, CA

Sterling silver Victorian hat pin depicts a stylized purple thistle. Hallmarked "CH" for Charles

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond and Ruby Thistle Pin
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond and Ruby Thistle Pin

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond and Ruby Thistle Pin

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.15cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Ruby: 16 round cut = 1.58cttw Weight: 29.90 grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.71 Carat Amethyst 1.90 Carat Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Thistle Pin Brooch
1.71 Carat Amethyst 1.90 Carat Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Thistle Pin Brooch

1.71 Carat Amethyst 1.90 Carat Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Thistle Pin Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

gold pin brooch in the form of an thistle; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Scottish Thistle Sterling Silver Brooch Pin C1917
Antique Scottish Thistle Sterling Silver Brooch Pin C1917

Antique Scottish Thistle Sterling Silver Brooch Pin C1917

Located in Montreal, QC

Impressive Scottish Sterling Silver Thistle Pin centered by a multifaceted glass amethyst stone

Category

20th Century Scottish Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati Lavender Jade & 18k Gold Thistle Flower Pin
Buccellati Lavender Jade & 18k Gold Thistle Flower Pin

Buccellati Lavender Jade & 18k Gold Thistle Flower Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Lavender Jade & 18k Yellow & White Gold Thistle Flower Pin The jade measures 1 1/16" by 3/4"

Category

Italian Brooches

Pearl Amethyst Diamond Gold Platinum Thistle Kilt Pin
Pearl Amethyst Diamond Gold Platinum Thistle Kilt Pin

Pearl Amethyst Diamond Gold Platinum Thistle Kilt Pin

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

A wonderful antique diamond, pearl and amethyst kilt pin in the design of a thistle, in platinum

Category

Early 20th Century British Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Buccellati Vintage Large Thistle Flower 18k Gold Silver Tulipa Brooch Pin
Buccellati Vintage Large Thistle Flower 18k Gold Silver Tulipa Brooch Pin

Buccellati Vintage Large Thistle Flower 18k Gold Silver Tulipa Brooch Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Miami, FL

Distinguish yourself from the crowd with this Large Buccellati Flower Brooch pin on your next

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1960's Buccellati Thistle Floral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin
1960's Buccellati Thistle Floral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin

1960's Buccellati Thistle Floral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Beautiful creation by Mario Buccellati circa 1960's. The thistle floral brooch is crafted in 18

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Flower and Acorn Brooch with Diamond Accent
14 Karat Yellow Gold Flower and Acorn Brooch with Diamond Accent

14 Karat Yellow Gold Flower and Acorn Brooch with Diamond Accent

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

the end of this pin is a thistle-like floral design. This pin measure 2” inches long and weighs 8.9

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Scottish 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethyst Thistle Pin, 19th Century
Antique Scottish 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethyst Thistle Pin, 19th Century

Antique Scottish 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethyst Thistle Pin, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Naturalistically modelled faceted amethyst and 14K yellow gold thistle pin, Scottish, 19th century

Category

Antique 19th Century Scottish Romantic Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Mario Buccellati Patina Thistle Pin Leaves 18k Yellow Gold and Silver Double Hea
Mario Buccellati Patina Thistle Pin Leaves 18k Yellow Gold and Silver Double Hea

Mario Buccellati Patina Thistle Pin Leaves 18k Yellow Gold and Silver Double Hea

By Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

Designer: Mario Buccellati Material: 18K Yellow Gold and Silver Condition: Excellent Year of Manufacture: Circa 1980s Total Weight: 53 grams Length: 4 inches 559

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Mario Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch
Mario Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch

Mario Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch

By Mario Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Mario Buccellati 18K yellow gold thistle pin with leaves and a flowers. Italian, circa

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold

Danecraft Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle Flower Pin/Brooch
Danecraft Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle Flower Pin/Brooch

Danecraft Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle Flower Pin/Brooch

By Danecraft

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Danecraft sterling silver Scottish thistle flower pin/brooch. Marking: DANECRAFT R STERLING

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin
Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin

Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Miami, FL

Make a statement at your next event with this exquisite Large Buccellati Flower Brooch Pin. A

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Danecraft Sterling Silver Large Scottish Thistle Circle Pin / Brooch
Danecraft Sterling Silver Large Scottish Thistle Circle Pin / Brooch

Danecraft Sterling Silver Large Scottish Thistle Circle Pin / Brooch

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Danecraft sterling silver large Scottish thistle circle pin/brooch. Marked: DANECRAFT REG. U.S

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati Exquisite Triple Thistle Pin

Buccellati Exquisite Triple Thistle Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Southampton, NY

Buccellati 18 K two color gold and silver triple Thistle pin. A very fine example of Buccellati's

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Huge Sterling and Crystal Scottish Thistle Pin
Huge Sterling and Crystal Scottish Thistle Pin

Huge Sterling and Crystal Scottish Thistle Pin

Located in New York, NY

Dramatic statement: Very large sterling silver pin with cut-out thistle pattern. 3" in diameter

Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch Pin
Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch Pin

Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An 18k white yellow and rose gold brooch by Buccellati. The brooch measures 86mm x 33mm and weighs 21.8 grams. Marked: Buccellati, 18k, 16100.

Category

20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Buccellati Tri Color Gold Thistle Brooch Pin
Buccellati Tri Color Gold Thistle Brooch Pin

Buccellati Tri Color Gold Thistle Brooch Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Lambertville, NJ

18k gold thistle brooch by Buccellati, in rose, white and yellow gold. Brooch is 2" x 6/8". Marked

Category

20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Buccellati Tri Color Gold Silver Thistle Brooch Pin
Buccellati Tri Color Gold Silver Thistle Brooch Pin

Buccellati Tri Color Gold Silver Thistle Brooch Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Silver and 18k yellow, rose and white gold thistle brooch, crafted by Buccellati, measuring 83mm x

Category

20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Mario Buccellati Tri Color Gold Classic Thistle Flower Brooch Pin
Mario Buccellati Tri Color Gold Classic Thistle Flower Brooch Pin

Mario Buccellati Tri Color Gold Classic Thistle Flower Brooch Pin

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An 18k yellow, white, and rose gold thistle flower brooch. The brooch measures 80mm x 50mm and

Category

20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Classic Mario Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch Pin
Classic Mario Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch Pin

Classic Mario Buccellati Gold Thistle Brooch Pin

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An 18k yellow gold thistle brooch. Crafted by Mario Buccellati, the brooch measures 62mm x 32mm

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Buccellati Large Gold Thistle Flower Brooch Pin
Buccellati Large Gold Thistle Flower Brooch Pin

Buccellati Large Gold Thistle Flower Brooch Pin

By Buccellati

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Large 18k gold brooch, crafted by Buccellati, featuring thistle flower motif design. Brooch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

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Thistle Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate thistle pin for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect thistle pin may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a thistle pin has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Buccellati and Mario Buccellati are consistently popular. A thistle pin can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Amethyst rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. When shopping for a thistle pin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Thistle Pin?

On average, a thistle pin at 1stDibs sells for $4,400, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $9,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Brooches for You

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 GucciVersaceDior 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.