Schreiner Tremblant Turtle Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Charming Schreiner tremblant turtle brooch with large lucite "jelly belly" stone with copper
1950s American Vintage Turtle Brooch
Gilt Metal
Schreiner Tremblant Turtle Brooch
By Schreiner Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Charming Schreiner tremblant turtle brooch with large lucite "jelly belly" stone with copper
Gilt Metal
$2,600
Gubelin Turtle Brooch
By Gubelin
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Gubelin, Lucerne, Switzerland. Insouciantly stylish, this playful turtle
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Adorable Diamond Sapphire Gold Turtle Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k gold Cartier turtle brooch, set with sapphire eyes and approx. 1.10ctw G/VS diamonds
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Rhinestone Turtle Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Rhinestone Turtle Brooch is a sparkling and charming piece of jewelry that combines
Silver
Coro Art Deco Pave Turtle Brooch
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
Large and striking Coro Art Deco Pave Turtle Brooch from the 1940's. Body is completely set with
Rhodium
14 Natural Sapphires and Diamonds White Gold Turtle Brooch
By Lischetti
Located in Roma, IT
Exquisite handcrafted turtle brooch set with 14 natural beautiful Sapphires, "Dolce vita" style!
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Hammerman Brothers Gold and Emerald Turtle Brooch
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Darnestown, MD
Charming turtle brooch by Hammerman Brothers with fine detail. The shell of the turtle is covered
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Estate Retro Era Enamel, Diamond and Ruby Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our Estate Retro Era 18KT Yellow Gold Heart-Shaped Turtle Brooch. Weighing
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
.3 Carat Diamond Blue Enamel Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Blue enamel Turtle brooch in 18k yellow gold with a bright full cut Diamond eye. 1 round full cut
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1.00 Carat Diamond Amber Yellow Gold Carved Turtle Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique, richly colored large carved amber turtle brooch. This carved amber turtle is decorated with
Amber, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Diamond Ruby Enamel En Tremblant Turtle Brooch Pin
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Such a pretty pin and the colors are gorgeous! Done in 18K yellow gold, this whimsical turtle
Diamond, Ruby, Enamel
Cellini 18 Karat Yellow & White Gold Turtle Brooch with 2.08CT Rubies & Diamonds
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Adorable turtle brooch designed with a geometric pattern in 18 karat white and yellow gold. The
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Citrine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Crystal Turtle Brooch in Silver-Tone Metal with Pavé Detailing
Located in Milford, DE
Charming and radiant, this vintage turtle brooch is a whimsical yet luxurious statement piece. The
Crystal
18 Karat Gold Turtle Brooch with 6.33 Carat Beaded Emeralds & 2.92 Ct. Diamonds
By Giovanne
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Adorable is the best way to describe this lovely 18 karat yellow gold Turtle brooch
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHAUMET Paris 1960 Turtle Brooch 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds & Lapis Lazuli
By Chaumet
Located in Miami, FL
Turtle brooch designed by Chaumet Paris. This is a magnificent and extremely rare vintage turtle
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Ruby Turtle Brooch in Yellow Gold, circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Roma, RM
. Designed as a stylized turtle, the brooch combines playful subject matter with the elegance and precision
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Sapphire and diamond turtle brooch
Located in New York, NY
The brooch is composed of: Oval cut pink sapphire, total weight: 6.50ct; Blue sapphire, Total
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Diamond Opal Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Articulated Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
turtle brooch Early 20th Century Superb quality fully articulated, with moveable head, legs and tail. The
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Tiger's Eye Cabochon on Yellow Gold 18 Karat Turtle Brooch Clip
Located in Geneva, CH
The 1960's French Cat’s Eye Cabochon on Yellow Gold 18k Turtle Brooch Clip is a stunning and
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Blackened Silver Tone Crystal Turtle Brooch with Amber and Lavender Stone
Located in Milford, DE
This turtle brooch is crafted in blackened silver tone metal and designed with a highly detailed
Crystal, Silver
1950s French Smoky Quartz and Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French smoky quartz and 18 karat yellow gold turtle brooch
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,425Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Vintage Sapphire Turtle Brooch Pin 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Circa 1960
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier vintage sapphire turtle brooch pin 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1960. The brooch depicts
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Emerald Ruby and Diamond Turtle Brooch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming little brooch from the world renowned jewellery of house of Cartier. This
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trifari Rare Purple Jelly Belly Turtle Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare gold washed sterling silver Trifari purple lucite Jelly Belly brooch. Retro style with emerald
Gold Plate
$1,440Sale Price|50% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Opal & Blue Sapphire Turtle Brooch 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Opal & Blue Sapphire Turtle Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver From the
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Gold, Coral, Turquoise, and Ruby Turtle Brooch
Located in Princeton, NJ
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold, coral, turquoise, and ruby brooch designed as a turtle with
Coral, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Lanvin Paris Silvered Metal and Enamel Jeweled Turtle Brooch
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare Lanvin Paris brooch features a turtle with silvered metal framing, topped with yellow
Enamel
Dominique Aurientis Gripoix Glass Turtle Brooch, Never Worn 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Adorable Turtle by Dominique Aurientis Three Gripoix dangles. Turtle measures 2.65 in x 1.65 in
Gilt Metal
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
Chalcedony, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Dell Gilded Gold Hardware with Faux Diamond "Turtle" Brooch
By Van Dell
Located in New York, NY
Van Dell wonderfully detailed "Turtle" in gilded gold vermeil hardware accented with
Whimsical Polished gilded gold hardware with detailed etching "Turtle" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful Whimsical polished gold vermeil hardware "Turtle" brooch is
Estate 18K Peridot Diamond Ruby Large Turtle Brooch Pin 53.50cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An absolutely spectacular piece and we challenge you to find another! This gorgeous brooch has been
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s Valentino Couture Gold Tone White Opal Turtle Costume Brooch
By Valentino Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous gold-tone Valentino Garavani Couture costume turtle brooch. From the 1990s
Nephrite Jade Textured Turtle Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Adorable turtle brooch featuring a carved nephrite jade shell with textured 18k yellow gold head
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Plique a Jour Purple, Green and Yellow Enamel Gold Turtle Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Plique a Jour Purple, Green and Yellow Enamel Gold Turtle Brooch Pin
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Two Turtles Persian Turquoise Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Brooch Pins
Located in Miami, FL
Double charming and collectible, two vintage turtle brooches, crafted circa 1960 in solid 18K
Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Coral Turtle with Diamonds on the Shell Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite estate turtle brooch, crafted in 18k yellow gold, is a true gem of fine jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Enameled Terrapin Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Boucheron, Paris, France. This whimsical turtle brooch is a chic reminder that
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Enameled Terrapin Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Boucheron, Paris, France. This whimsical turtle brooch is a chic reminder that
Ruby, Enamel
Vintage Turtle Diamond Enamel 18k Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Beautifully crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold, this Turtle Gem Brooch is finely encrusted with
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage gold tone glass turtle designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Roger Jean-Pierre Couture Turtle Depose Clip Brooches
By Roger Jean-Pierre
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Roger Jean-Pierre couture Turtle clip brooches of emerald, topaz and crystal pastes. Gilt
Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Turtle Diamond Sapphire Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Rare and collectible, this Authentic Tiffany & Co. Turtle Pin Brooch is crafted in lustrous 18k
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage silver tone jewel glass stones turtle figural designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • silver tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Vintage silver tone jewel glass stones turtle figural designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • silver tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Vintage silver tone jewel glass stones turtle figural designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • silver tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Vintage silver tone jewel glass stones turtle figural designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • silver tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Late 1970s Diamond Garnet Emerald 18 Karat Gold Turtle Large Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Well-Made Estate Turtle Motif Brooch Pin is crafted in solid 18K White & Yellow
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold
TRIFARI crown signed vintage silver tone ruby eyes turtle figural brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI crown • silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch
Cartier Brooch Turtle Clip in 18K 750‰ Yellow Gold and Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
CARTIER Lapel clip brooch in 18K 750‰ yellow gold, representing a turtle whose carapace in grating
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Ruby, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mauboussin Moonstone and Diamond Turtle Stick Pin / Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold
By Mauboussin
Located in London, England
stick pink depicts a walking turtle and is composed of a large carved piece of lustrous moonstone. This
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Bros. Turtle Brooche
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Sausalito, CA
Articulating neck Turtle design. Oval cabchon Lapis Lazuli within a yellow gold rope twist shell
18-Karat Diamond and Enamel Turtle
Located in New York, NY
Charming dimensional enameled turtle in 18K from Italy circa 1960s. Sparkling pave diamonds accent
Diamond, 18k Gold
Estate Vintage 18K Malachite Ruby Turtle Pin
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A sweet little turtle pin done in 18K yellow gold with Ruby eyes and an etched malachite shell
Malachite, Ruby, 18k 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.
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