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Tortoise Brooch

Vintage Lea Stein Paris B&W Tortoise Brooch
Vintage Lea Stein Paris B&W Tortoise Brooch

Vintage Lea Stein Paris B&W Tortoise Brooch

By Lea Stein

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The legs, head, and tail of the tortoise may be shaped in a subtle yet sculptural manner, adding to the brooch's overall charm.

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Late 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches

Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Enamel Tortoise Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Enamel Tortoise Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Enamel Tortoise Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, GB

Here we have a striking brooch from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co.

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Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turtle Tortoise Brooch Pin Ruby Pink Rhodochrosite 14 Karat Gold Mary Lou Daves
Turtle Tortoise Brooch Pin Ruby Pink Rhodochrosite 14 Karat Gold Mary Lou Daves

Turtle Tortoise Brooch Pin Ruby Pink Rhodochrosite 14 Karat Gold Mary Lou Daves

Located in New York, NY

This is a wonderful antique Turtle or Tortoise Clip Brooch Pin with Ruby eyes and a fabulous heart shape Pink Rhodochrosite body in 14 Karat Yellow Gold in a gorgeous three dimension...

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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Christian Dior by Henkel & Grosse 1967 Turquoise Tortoise enamel brooch
Rare Christian Dior by Henkel & Grosse 1967 Turquoise Tortoise enamel brooch

Rare Christian Dior by Henkel & Grosse 1967 Turquoise Tortoise enamel brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

RARE Henkel & Grosse 1967 Germany Gold plated tortoise brooch. A beautiful shiny gold plated textured brooch It has the cartridge on the back with signature Christian Dior 67 Ger...

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1990s Spanish Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Enamel

Chanel 96A A07672 Y02003 Gold Plated CC Turtle Pin Tortoise Brooch 22ck76s
Chanel 96A A07672 Y02003 Gold Plated CC Turtle Pin Tortoise Brooch 22ck76s

Chanel 96A A07672 Y02003 Gold Plated CC Turtle Pin Tortoise Brooch 22ck76s

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 96 A Made In: France Measurements: Length: 1.4" Width: .5" Height: 3.2" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Signs of Wear: Front: Excelle...

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21st Century and Contemporary Other

Victorian Tortoise Cherub Brooch
Victorian Tortoise Cherub Brooch

Victorian Tortoise Cherub Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Charming Victorian cherub brooch hand carved in tortoiseshell. Late 19th Century work with fine detailing and high relief 3D modeling. There are 2 tiny chips on let edge of the wing ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches

Victorian Tortoise Beetle Brooch, English, circa 1875.
Victorian Tortoise Beetle Brooch, English, circa 1875.

Victorian Tortoise Beetle Brooch, English, circa 1875.

Located in London, GB

Victorian tortoise beetle brooch. Set horizontally with three iridescent Brazilian tortoise leaf beetles graduating in size from the centre in closed back claw settings, to a novelty...

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Antique 1870s European Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Tortoise Lips Signature Logo Brooch
Vintage JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Tortoise Lips Signature Logo Brooch

Vintage JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Tortoise Lips Signature Logo Brooch

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Tortoise Lips Signature Logo Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic SCHERRER PARIS. - Tortoise effect big lip brooch with embossed SCHERRER signature. - Gold ...

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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Chanel Vintage Brown Faux Tortoise Shell CC Rectangle Brooch
Chanel Vintage Brown Faux Tortoise Shell CC Rectangle Brooch

Chanel Vintage Brown Faux Tortoise Shell CC Rectangle Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Vintage Brown Faux Tortoise Shell CC Rectangle Brooch *Marked 97 *Made in France *Comes with original box -It is approximately 1.75" x 2.25".

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1990s French Artisan Brooches

Contemporary 18K Gold Turtle Tortoise Reptile Tourmaline Brooch Pendant
Contemporary 18K Gold Turtle Tortoise Reptile Tourmaline Brooch Pendant

Contemporary 18K Gold Turtle Tortoise Reptile Tourmaline Brooch Pendant

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This wonderfully chunky and excellently modelled 18K turtle has been mounted as a pendant / brooch by Munich master-goldsmith, Günther Hahn. The lovely animal is decorated with 40 di...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold

vintage 1994 Chanel tortoise shell brooch with gold-plated interlocking CC logo
vintage 1994 Chanel tortoise shell brooch with gold-plated interlocking CC logo

vintage 1994 Chanel tortoise shell brooch with gold-plated interlocking CC logo

By Chanel

Located in Sewickley, PA

This Chanel brooch features a distinctive Coco Mark design with a tortoise shell pattern, crafted from gold plating in shades of brown and gold.

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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Florenza Tortoise Shell Glass Cameo Brooch with Ornate Gold-Tone Frame, 1950s
Florenza Tortoise Shell Glass Cameo Brooch with Ornate Gold-Tone Frame, 1950s

Florenza Tortoise Shell Glass Cameo Brooch with Ornate Gold-Tone Frame, 1950s

Located in Milford, DE

This Florenza brooch from the 1950s beautifully captures vintage elegance with its intricately carved glass cameo in a deep tortoise shell hue.

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Late 20th Century American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Gold

Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb
Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb

Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb

Located in Lisbon, PT

Leitão & Irmão Portuguese crown jewelers antique late 19th century diamond star brooch and convertible tortoise shell hair piece in silver and yellow gold, Portugal, circa 1880.

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Antique 1880s Portuguese Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Tortoise Shell and Diamond Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum
Antique Tortoise Shell and Diamond Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum

Antique Tortoise Shell and Diamond Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum

Located in Lucerne, CH

This delicate bow brooch is sculpted from tortoise shell, accented with old and rose cut diamonds and black chalcedony.

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Tortoise Cherub
Victorian Tortoise Cherub

Victorian Tortoise Cherub

Located in New York, NY

Charming Victorian cherub brooch hand carved in tortoiseshell. Late 19th Century work with fine detailing and high relief 3D modeling. There are 2 tiny chips on let edge of the wing ...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

French Tortoise Crystal Clip
French Tortoise Crystal Clip

French Tortoise Crystal Clip

Located in New York, NY

French dress clip with a cascade of faceted tortoise, faux agate and topaz beads with square cut Swarovski crystals running down the spine. Tiny Swarovski crystals are hidden near th...

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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Edwardian Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Tortoise Stick Pin
Edwardian Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Tortoise Stick Pin

Edwardian Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Tortoise Stick Pin

Located in London, GB

Here we have a captivating Edwardian stick pin featuring a tortoise design, highlighted by a centralised blue cabochon sapphire acting as the shell. Surrounding this principle stone ...

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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tortoiseshell Pique Brooch circa 1820
Tortoiseshell Pique Brooch circa 1820

Tortoiseshell Pique Brooch circa 1820

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A particularly nice example of a tortoise shell pique brooch, with a raised dancer, swishing her skirt in time as she plays her instrument.

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Antique 1820s Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Gazelle
Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Gazelle

Unusual Art Deco Bakelite Gazelle

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Art Deco Gazelle brooch of tortoise bakelite clad with silver metal.

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Victorian Faux Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Piqué Butterfly Brooch, c. 1880
Victorian Faux Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Piqué Butterfly Brooch, c. 1880

Victorian Faux Tortoiseshell Gold and Silver Piqué Butterfly Brooch, c. 1880

Located in Nottingham, GB

A charming late Victorian faux tortoiseshell brooch dating to circa 1880, finely decorated with gold and silver piqué work depicting a stylised butterfly. Of circular domed form, the...

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Antique Late 19th Century Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Silver

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Turquoise Gold Tortoise  Brooch

Turquoise Gold Tortoise Brooch

Located in London, GB

A charming 18ct gold tortoise brooch, set with a well chosen good turquoise, and with small rubies for the eyes.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian Gold and Gem Set Tortoise Brooch
Victorian Gold and Gem Set Tortoise Brooch

Victorian Gold and Gem Set Tortoise Brooch

Located in London, GB

Set with 2 small and bright Burma Rubies, a pear shape and a round Columbian Emerald and 8 Indian Rose Diamonds, all mounted on a repousse work Gold carapace. The reverse of the Tort...

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Antique 1870s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tortoise Brooch, 18 Karat Gold, Green Garnets, Diamonds & Rubies, USA circa 1930
Tortoise Brooch, 18 Karat Gold, Green Garnets, Diamonds & Rubies, USA circa 1930

Tortoise Brooch, 18 Karat Gold, Green Garnets, Diamonds & Rubies, USA circa 1930

Located in London, GB

An 18 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a Tortoise. The shell of the tortoise is pave set with fine quality green garnets and brilliant cut diamonds with diamonds also set to t...

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20th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Cut Steel Turtle Brooch
Antique Victorian Cut Steel Turtle Brooch

Antique Victorian Cut Steel Turtle Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Victorian cut steel turtle/tortoise brooch. The brooch has c-clasp, and is in very good condition without rust.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Cut Steel

Judith Leiber Enamel and Diamond Tortoise Shell Brooch

Judith Leiber Enamel and Diamond Tortoise Shell Brooch

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W 1 in D 0.25 in L 1.25 in

Judith Leiber Enamel and Diamond Tortoise Shell Brooch

By Judith Leiber

Located in Dallas, TX

A stunning tortoise shell brooch by Judith Leiber. The brooch features fine, green, hand-enameling and round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 0.75 carats.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Havana Amber Tortoise Cc Camellia Brooch 216027
Chanel Havana Amber Tortoise Cc Camellia Brooch 216027

Chanel Havana Amber Tortoise Cc Camellia Brooch 216027

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H 3.9 in W 1.5 in D 3.9 in

Chanel Havana Amber Tortoise Cc Camellia Brooch 216027

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: France Measurements: Length: 3.9" Width: 1.5" Height: 3.9" OVERALL GOOD + CONDITION 2.25 = GOOD + Signs of Wear: Pretty ...

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20th Century French Brooches

White Gold 18 Carat Tortoise Brooche with Tsavorite and Diamonds
White Gold 18 Carat Tortoise Brooche with Tsavorite and Diamonds

White Gold 18 Carat Tortoise Brooche with Tsavorite and Diamonds

Located in Vienna, AT

White gold 18kt tortoise brooche with tsavorite and diamonds

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold

18 Karat Tortoise Brooch
18 Karat Tortoise Brooch

18 Karat Tortoise Brooch

Located in London, England

A charming 18ct yellow gold tortoise brooch with six single-cut diamonds emphasizing the head and tail.

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2010s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Victorian Yellow Gold & Pearl Butterfly Tortoise Brooch
Large Victorian Yellow Gold & Pearl Butterfly Tortoise Brooch

Large Victorian Yellow Gold & Pearl Butterfly Tortoise Brooch

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Handmade and Designed Butterfly Tortoise Brooch displaying approximately 2-1/2 inch wingspan .

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

10k Gold Ladies Bulls Eye Agate and Natural Rose Cut Diamond Tortoise Brooch
10k Gold Ladies Bulls Eye Agate and Natural Rose Cut Diamond Tortoise Brooch

10k Gold Ladies Bulls Eye Agate and Natural Rose Cut Diamond Tortoise Brooch

Located in Victoria, BC

Here is a beautiful 10k White/Yellow Gold Ladies Bulls Eye Agate and Natural Rose Cut Diamond Tortoise Brooch This Tortoise Brooch features a Bulls eye agate for the "tortoise shell...

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Antique 1890s Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 10k Gold

LEA STEIN Turtle Faux Tortoise Brooch France, 1970’s
LEA STEIN Turtle Faux Tortoise Brooch France, 1970’s

LEA STEIN Turtle Faux Tortoise Brooch France, 1970’s

By Lea Stein

Located in Atlanta, GA

1970’s Lea Stein plastic tortoise brooch. French designer, Lea Stein, has often been recognized for her unique designs and particularly the method she perfected of layering Rhodoid ...

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Brooches

Vintage Pauline Rader Jeweled Tortoise Brooch
Vintage Pauline Rader Jeweled Tortoise Brooch

Vintage Pauline Rader Jeweled Tortoise Brooch

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H 2.5 in W 1.75 in L 3.5 in

Vintage Pauline Rader Jeweled Tortoise Brooch

By Pauline Rader

Located in New York, NY

A vintage pin brooch by Pauline Rader, an American jewelry designer active from 1962 to 1982.

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Mid-20th Century North American Brooches

Vintage Tigers Eye Tortoise, hallmarked 1981
Vintage Tigers Eye Tortoise, hallmarked 1981

Vintage Tigers Eye Tortoise, hallmarked 1981

Located in London, GB

This charming vintage tortoise brooch has hallmarks dating it to 1981. Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold it features a single tigers eye as its shell.

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Vintage 1980s British Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nardi Tortoise Shell Multistone Hand Brooch

Nardi Tortoise Shell Multistone Hand Brooch

By Nardi

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow gold, tortoise shell, and multi colored stone hand brooch by Nardi.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold

Vintage William Spratling Taxco Faux Tortoise Shell Dragonfly Brooch Pin
Vintage William Spratling Taxco Faux Tortoise Shell Dragonfly Brooch Pin

Vintage William Spratling Taxco Faux Tortoise Shell Dragonfly Brooch Pin

By William Spratling

Located in Cape May, NJ

Rare William Spratling Taxco Mexico Faux Tortoise Shell Dragonfly Brooch Pin. The brooch is in excellent estate condition and ready to wear.

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Estate Diamond Turtle Brooch Tortoise Pin Diamondback Terrapin Anamalier
Large Estate Diamond Turtle Brooch Tortoise Pin Diamondback Terrapin Anamalier

Large Estate Diamond Turtle Brooch Tortoise Pin Diamondback Terrapin Anamalier

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

A most unusual and large turtle brooch bursting with a sparkling diamond encrusted shell.

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Vintage 1960s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Garavelli 18k Gold 23.60ct Citrine Diamond Ruby Large Turtle Tortoise Pin Brooch
Garavelli 18k Gold 23.60ct Citrine Diamond Ruby Large Turtle Tortoise Pin Brooch

Garavelli 18k Gold 23.60ct Citrine Diamond Ruby Large Turtle Tortoise Pin Brooch

By Garavelli

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have an absolutely breathtaking statement pin brooch designed by Garavelli that was crafted in Italy from solid 18k white gold. This magnificent and exceptionally well made p...

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1990s Italian Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Large Blue Lapis w/ Diamond Textured Turtle Tortoise Pin Brooch
Vintage 14k Gold Large Blue Lapis w/ Diamond Textured Turtle Tortoise Pin Brooch

Vintage 14k Gold Large Blue Lapis w/ Diamond Textured Turtle Tortoise Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have a magnificent vintage brooch that was well-crafted from solid 14k yellow gold. This outstanding piece features a very detailed turtle design with a large natural lapis s...

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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Real Tortoise Beetle Shell Pin Pendant
Victorian Real Tortoise Beetle Shell Pin Pendant

Victorian Real Tortoise Beetle Shell Pin Pendant

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Victorian Real Tortoise Beetle Shell Pin Pendant

Located in Lexington, KY

This stunning pin pendant holds within it endless tales of times past. The pin puts on display a circle of seven in tact original real tortoise beetles (desmonota variolosa), circlin...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold, Lapis, Turquoise & Diamond Tortoise Pin
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold, Lapis, Turquoise & Diamond Tortoise Pin

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold, Lapis, Turquoise & Diamond Tortoise Pin

By Cartier

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

An 18K Yellow Gold, Lapis, Turquoise & Diamond Tortoise Pin -

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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold

Nardi Venice Ruby Sapphire Diamond Tortoise Shell Hand Pin Pendant
Nardi Venice Ruby Sapphire Diamond Tortoise Shell Hand Pin Pendant

Nardi Venice Ruby Sapphire Diamond Tortoise Shell Hand Pin Pendant

By Nardi

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

A beautiful pin/pedant by Nardi, depicting the Venetian symbol of a hand. The hand is carved very realistically out of blond tortoise shell and is decorated with a small diamond r...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Coral Fantasy Brooche with tortoise and starfish  Schlumberger marine style
Coral Fantasy Brooche with tortoise and starfish  Schlumberger marine style

Coral Fantasy Brooche with tortoise and starfish Schlumberger marine style

By Musula

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Coral Brooche with tortoise and starfish red Enamel and Gold plated metal Beach Enamel Fashion Brooche inspired in Schlumberger iconic marine life Jean Schlumberger (pronounced ‘S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Romantic Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Chanel Tortoise Shell Brooch
Chanel Tortoise Shell Brooch

Chanel Tortoise Shell Brooch

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H 2.5 in W 2.5 in

Chanel Tortoise Shell Brooch

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel tortoise shell brooch with gold CC's

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21st Century and Contemporary French Accessories

Antique 1920’s 18ct Gold Blue Enamel & Diamond Tortoise Brooch
Antique 1920’s 18ct Gold Blue Enamel & Diamond Tortoise Brooch

Antique 1920’s 18ct Gold Blue Enamel & Diamond Tortoise Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Tortoise Brooch 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Fabulous, antique tortoise brooch.

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Early 20th Century North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

18K Rose Gold Fancy Diamond & Pink Sapphire Tortoise Brooch
18K Rose Gold Fancy Diamond & Pink Sapphire Tortoise Brooch

18K Rose Gold Fancy Diamond & Pink Sapphire Tortoise Brooch

By Althoff Jewelry

Located in Hong Kong, HK

18 K Rose Gold Fancy Diamond & Pink Sapphire Tortoise Brooch 10 Fancy Diamonds 0.08 CT 2 Green Garnet 0.01 CT 23 Pink Sapphire 0.20 CT 21 Rubies 0.16 CT 18 K Rose Gold 3.96 GM Pink...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold

Turtle/Tortoise Multi-Color Diamonds Set Pendant/Brooch in 18 Carat White Gold
Turtle/Tortoise Multi-Color Diamonds Set Pendant/Brooch in 18 Carat White Gold

Turtle/Tortoise Multi-Color Diamonds Set Pendant/Brooch in 18 Carat White Gold

Located in London, GB

Stunning rare exotic turtle/tortoise brooch/pendant in 18 carat white gold. Designed with colour diamonds complimentary earthy natural colours to metaphorically portray the turtle/to...

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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

Tortoise Cameo Pendant Pin of Sincere Beauty 18 Karat Yellow Gold MV Carved
Tortoise Cameo Pendant Pin of Sincere Beauty 18 Karat Yellow Gold MV Carved

Tortoise Cameo Pendant Pin of Sincere Beauty 18 Karat Yellow Gold MV Carved

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Beautiful Cameo made of natural tortoise captures the lovely ladies sincere beauty. The pendant is 2" long by 1.75 " wide. Cameo is Bezeled in a 14 karat yellow gold framed with a pi...

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marc Jacobs Bejeweled Pear Brooch
Marc Jacobs Bejeweled Pear Brooch

Marc Jacobs Bejeweled Pear Brooch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Marc Jacobs faux tortoise shell pear shaped brooch. Bejeweled with a red, pink, and green imitation stones.

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Late 20th Century French Brooches

Chanel Vintage Resin and Gold Toned CC Brooch, 1994
Chanel Vintage Resin and Gold Toned CC Brooch, 1994

Chanel Vintage Resin and Gold Toned CC Brooch, 1994

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL vintage faux tortoise shell brooch featuring a large textured gold tone CC logo.

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20th Century French Brooches

Jewelled Tortoise Brooch by Iradji Moini
Jewelled Tortoise Brooch by Iradji Moini

Jewelled Tortoise Brooch by Iradji Moini

By Iradj Moini

Located in Chicago, IL

This is beautiful Iradj Moini colored and clear glass rhinestone encrusted tortoise brooch, in tones of purple and blue.

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1990s American Brooches

Ceylon sapphire diamond gold platinum Tortoise brooch
Ceylon sapphire diamond gold platinum Tortoise brooch

Ceylon sapphire diamond gold platinum Tortoise brooch

Located in London, GB

A finely made Platinum and yellow gold mounted, tortoise brooch set with fine coloured ceylon sapphires and old cut diamonds.English c 1900

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Antique Early 1900s British High Victorian Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

WILLIAM SPRATLING Carved Tortoise Shell Jaguar Pin
WILLIAM SPRATLING Carved Tortoise Shell Jaguar Pin

WILLIAM SPRATLING Carved Tortoise Shell Jaguar Pin

By William Spratling

Located in Narberth, PA

William Spratling is often referred to the "Father of Contemporary Mexican Silver" which is a title that was well deserved. He was an innovative and talented designer of Mexican silv...

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Large fine Celluloid Horse Brooch
Art Deco Large fine Celluloid Horse Brooch

Art Deco Large fine Celluloid Horse Brooch

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Art Deco Celluloid Faux Tortoise Shell, Horse Pin or Brooch. The brooch captures the horse accurately and it is in excellent condition with no damage, no repairs or losses.

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches

Castellani (Attr.) Etruscan Necklace and Brooch, Lava & Gold, Italy, circa 1850
Castellani (Attr.) Etruscan Necklace and Brooch, Lava & Gold, Italy, circa 1850

Castellani (Attr.) Etruscan Necklace and Brooch, Lava & Gold, Italy, circa 1850

Located in Berlin, Berlin

Two flat, carved reliefs make up the elegant clasp. The brooch shows a ram's head and golden amphoras, as well as a flat relief with the carved image of a tortoise.

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Antique 1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rhinestone Tortoise Brooch
Rhinestone Tortoise Brooch

Rhinestone Tortoise Brooch

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rhinestone Tortoise Brooch. 1960's gold-toned Multicolored rhinestone brooch.

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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Antique Pique Sunflower Brooch in Tortoise Shell Gold and Silver
Antique Pique Sunflower Brooch in Tortoise Shell Gold and Silver

Antique Pique Sunflower Brooch in Tortoise Shell Gold and Silver

Located in Stamford, CT

A grand Victorian brooch made c. 1860 with the technique in which objects using the shell of the Hawksbill Tortoise were delicately incised with gold and silver.

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British Brooches

Materials

15k Gold

Victorian Large Piqué Bee Tortoise Shell Pin
Victorian Large Piqué Bee Tortoise Shell Pin

Victorian Large Piqué Bee Tortoise Shell Pin

Located in Narberth, PA

Piqué was a decorative style popular in the 18th and 19th century and entailed inlaying a fine pattern of gold or silver into tortoise shell. The metal would be heated to a very high...

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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Jaguar Brooch by William Spratling
Jaguar Brooch by William Spratling

Jaguar Brooch by William Spratling

By William Spratling

Located in Mexico City, DF

Fantastic Jaguar brooch in Silver and tortoiseshell. This is one of the most emblematic and rare pieces by William Spratling. It is in perfect condition. Taxco, Guerrero. México

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20th Century Mexican Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

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18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Diamond and Pink Sapphire Brooch 10 Mixed Colored Diamonds - 0.08 CT 2 Green Garnets - 0.01 CT 23 Pink Sapphires - 0.20 CT 21 Rubies - 0.16 CT 18K Rose Go...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Cartier Turtle Brooch Pendant 18k Gold Diamond Sapphire Pin
Vintage Cartier Turtle Brooch Pendant 18k Gold Diamond Sapphire Pin

Vintage Cartier Turtle Brooch Pendant 18k Gold Diamond Sapphire Pin

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Original Cartier Pendant / Brooch Vintage Turtle Brooch pin Made by Cartier France. 18k Yellow Gold Approx weight 12.5 grams Turtle size approx 37 x 25 mm Eyes are Blue Sapphire Tur...

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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage French 38.65 Carat Oval Cut Citrine and Ruby Gold Turtle Brooch
Vintage French 38.65 Carat Oval Cut Citrine and Ruby Gold Turtle Brooch

Vintage French 38.65 Carat Oval Cut Citrine and Ruby Gold Turtle Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning vintage French 38.65 carat citrine and ruby, 18 karat yellow gold 'turtle' brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fin...

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1970's Diamond Chalcedony 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Pin
1970's Diamond Chalcedony 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Pin

1970's Diamond Chalcedony 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Pin

Located in Miami, FL

For all the collectors, this is a must-have piece. This adorable vintage turtle pin brooch is crafted in 18K yellow gold. Weighing 15.0 grams and measuring 1.5" x 1". The body of t...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Yellow Gold

18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Colored Diamond Brooch
18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Colored Diamond Brooch

18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Colored Diamond Brooch

By Althoff Jewelry

Located in Hong Kong, HK

18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Diamond Brooch 54 Mixed Colored Diamonds - 0.37 CT 2 Rubies - 0.01 CT 18K Rose Gold - 3.95 GM Turtle represents intuitive development, protection, wisdom...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage gold tone glass turquoise rhinestone eyes turtle figural designer brooch
Vintage gold tone glass turquoise rhinestone eyes turtle figural designer brooch

Vintage gold tone glass turquoise rhinestone eyes turtle figural designer brooch

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass cabochon and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of we...

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20th Century Brooches

Stern turtle brooch circa 1980
Stern turtle brooch circa 1980

Stern turtle brooch circa 1980

By H. Stern

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

STERN - A Collection circa 1980, signed by Stern. Golden metal turtle brooch, shell made of glass-paste stone. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 3 cm SKU:BR71

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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

1950's Cartier Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Turtle Brooch
1950's Cartier Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Turtle Brooch

1950's Cartier Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Turtle Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Brooch is designed as a turtle with articulated platinum limbs Shell is highly domed and comprised of carved shell Translucent honey yellow with dark brown spotting Accented by caboc...

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Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Tiffany & Co. Turquoise and Pearl Brooch
Antique Victorian Tiffany & Co. Turquoise and Pearl Brooch

Antique Victorian Tiffany & Co. Turquoise and Pearl Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Turquoise and Pearl. Signed by Tiffany & Co. Circa late 1800s 1 inch diameter

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Cartier 1960's Ruby 18 Karat Two-Tone Yellow Gold Vintage Turtle Brooch
Cartier 1960's Ruby 18 Karat Two-Tone Yellow Gold Vintage Turtle Brooch

Cartier 1960's Ruby 18 Karat Two-Tone Yellow Gold Vintage Turtle Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Brooch is designed as a stylized turtle with grooved basket weave motif shell defined by linear engraving Additionally comprised of dimensional head, legs, and tail with stipple text...

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Vintage 1960s Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Haute Couture Iconic Rare Unisex Turquoise Peacock Long Gold Pin
Christian Dior Haute Couture Iconic Rare Unisex Turquoise Peacock Long Gold Pin

Christian Dior Haute Couture Iconic Rare Unisex Turquoise Peacock Long Gold Pin

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1950s Vintage Turquoise Blue Beads Peacock Eye Water Drop Circle Domed Double Pin Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Not any stones lost. Rare to find. 100% Gen...

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Vintage 1950s German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

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Located in Soquel, CA

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$67,653

H 2.09 in W 1.89 in

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By Cartier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

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Located in SE

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Located in Riverdale, NY

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Located in Princeton, NJ

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H 2.17 in L 5.12 in

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Located in London, GB

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Located in London, GB

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By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

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Tortoise Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the tortoise brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a tortoise brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic tortoise brooch over the years, but those made by Boucheron, Nardi and William Spratling are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A tortoise brooch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 8, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut alternatives. Finding a tortoise brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Tortoise Brooch?

The price for a tortoise brooch starts at $155 and tops out at $15,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,555.

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 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.