Victorian Paste Brooch
Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Brooches
Vermeil, Silver
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Brooches
Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Amethyst, Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Agate, Jasper, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s French High Victorian Brooches
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s French Brooches
Vermeil, Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Agate, Gold-filled
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Gold-filled
Antique 1850s French High Victorian Brooches
Silver
Early 20th Century English Victorian Brooches
Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches
14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches
Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s American Victorian Brooches
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal, Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches
9k Gold
2010s American Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches
Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Brooches
Agate, Citrine, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American Victorian Brooches
Gilt Metal
Antique 1870s American Late Victorian Brooches
Brass
Antique 1870s British Victorian Brooches
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Brooches
Marcasite, Silver
Vintage 1940s Czech Brooches
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s British Brooches
Marcasite, Silver, Base Metal
Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches
Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Choker Necklaces
Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Spinel, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 1950s British Drop Necklaces
Rhodium, Base Metal
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Other, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Amethyst, Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s British Victorian Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Garnet, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches
Silver
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Finding the Right brooches for You
Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
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.
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 on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
- What is a paste brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A paste brooch will feature hand-cut polished glass. The paste glass is usually polished with metal until it is smooth and shines like a gemstone. A paste brooch is made of such glass and became popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds. Find a variety of paste brooches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021As the name suggests, mourning jewelry represents connection to a deceased individual or loved one. In the Victorian era, people were expected to wear mourning clothing and accessories following the death of a loved one. As brooches were popular during the Victorian period, they became a favorite for those who wanted to memorialize the dead. Find a collection of vintage and antique brooches on 1stDibs today.