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Miriam Haskell Faceted Crystal Beaded Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Miriam Haskell Faceted Crystal Beaded Brooch from the 1940's. A large olive green hexagonal
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1940s American Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal, Brass, Gilt Metal

Vintage Miriam Haskell Faceted Crystal Beaded Brooch
Miriam Haskell Faceted Crystal Beaded Brooch
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W 2.5 in L 2.75 in
Christian Dior Pearly Beads Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Dior - Brooch in gilded metal, rhinestones, and pearly beads. Additional information
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1990s European Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Christian Dior Pearly Beads Brooch
Christian Dior Pearly Beads Brooch
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H 3.15 in W 2.37 in
Juliana DeLizza & Elster Polka Dot Bead Brooch and Clip On Earrings, Green
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisite brooch/pin and a pair of clip-on earrings by Juliana DeLizza & Elster. Each piece
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20th Century Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal

MIriam Haskell Abstract Resin Royal Blue and Green Bead Brooch Pin Vintage
By Miriam Haskell
Located in North Miami, FL
beaded. Pins are now making a great comeback for the new seasons. This is great even on a simple white T
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1950s American Modern Vintage Beaded Brooch

Trifari Swarovski Crystal Olivine Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Striking Trifari Swarovski Crystal Olivine Bead Brooch from the 1960's. Dozens of faceted olive
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1960s American Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Black and White Pate de Verre Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Miriam Haskell black and white pate de verre Maltese cross style bead brooch. The
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1950s American Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Silver Plate

Italian Beaded Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Italian Beaded Cat Brooch from the 1950's in the Coppola Toppo style. Deep brown and amber glass
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Brooch Half-Beads, Blue Enamel, 18-Carats Gold
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover our Art Deco Brooch, an exceptional piece that fuses history with contemporary refinement
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Brooch Half-Beads, Blue Enamel, 18-Carats Gold
Brooch Half-Beads, Blue Enamel, 18-Carats Gold
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W 0.2 in L 1.38 in
Robert Orange Seed Bead and Filigree Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Orange Seed Bead Wreath Brooch probably made by Robert, NY in the 1950's. Orange lined yellow
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1940s American Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Micro Bead Large Miriam Haskell Pearl Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent, large Miriam Haskell Pearl Brooch of signature faux pearl micro beading forming a long
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Gilt Flower Brooch with Beaded Hoop
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Gilt Flower Brooch with Beaded Hoop in pastes and pale emerald beads with faux
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1940s American Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Sterling silver necklace of vintage brooches, sterling beads and Murano glass .
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Sterling silver vintage brooches and sterling vintage beads comprise a unique,one of a kind
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Sterling Silver

Giovane Italy 18 Karat Gold Mouse Brooch, 9.75 Carat Beaded Rubies and Diamonds
By Giovane
Located in New York, NY
most esteemed workshops. This adorable mouse brooch is the perfect example of their whimsical
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1990s Italian Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sabbadini 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds and Beaded Gem Stones
By Sabbadini
Located in New York, NY
excellence and creative design. This unique 18 karat yellow gold flower brooch is a perfect example of their
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Sterling Charoite pendant Sterling leaf Amethyst beads Sterling bead necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB Vintage Sterling Silver and Charorite pendant with vintage sterling silver leaf brooch accent
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Amethyst, Charoite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Chanel Golden Metal Brooch in Rhinestones and Pearly Beads
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal brooch, rhinestones and pearly beads. Additional information: Dimensions: 10
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1970s French Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

One of a kind, handmade, vintage crystal brooch and vintage crystal beads neckla
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind,handmade,statement necklace with 50’s crystal brooch on a string of vintage Czech
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Base Metal

Louis ROUSSELET, Brooch in glass beads, FRANCE 1940, vintage
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Sublime old BROOCH, 40s vintage, by famous French designer LOUIS ROUSSELET and Gripoix glass
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Other

Louis ROUSSELET, Brooch in glass beads, FRANCE 1940, vintage
Louis ROUSSELET, Brooch in glass beads, FRANCE 1940, vintage
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H 3.15 in W 2.17 in D 0.79 in
Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Coral Orange Floral Beaded Gold Set Necklace Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Signed at the back. 100% Genuine. Size: Earrings: 2.5*2.1 cm, Necklace: 35 cm, extended chain 5 cm. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come wit...
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1950s American Baroque Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gold Plate

Vintage Pair of Long Pink Satin Bead Tassel Brooches 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous pair of Vintage Pink Satin Tassel Brooches. Very very long and boasting a pair for the
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1960s Vintage Beaded Brooch

Chanel Brooch in Gold-Plated Metal and Costume Pearly Beads, 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gold-plated metal and costume pearly beads. Fall/Winter 1994
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1990s French Vintage Beaded Brooch

Chanel Brooch with Glass Paste Cabochons, Resin, Rhinestones and Beads, 1991
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Imposing brooch paved with glass paste cabochons, resin, rhinestones and
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1990s French Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Sarah Coventry Floral Wreath Brooch, Faux Pearls and Blue Beads, Silver
By Sarah Coventry
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish pin brooch by Sarah Coventry. Features faux pearls and turquoise-blue beads in a silver
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20th Century Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

Christian Lacroix Ruby Crystal Heart Turquoise Beaded Pearls Coral Wings Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Red Ruby Crystal Heart Love Turquoise Beaded Pearls Coral Wings Brooch, Gold Tone
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Disc Circle Red Beads Balls Openwork Domed Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Disc Circle Red Beads Balls Openwork Domed Brooch, Gold Plated Very
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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gold Plate

Large Chanel Black Poured Resin and Faceted Bead Camelia Brooch, circa 2000
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Important large unsigned Chanel brooch from the estate of Jayne Wrightsman, an American
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Beaded Brooch

Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
18K yellow gold brooch forming a safety pin with three cultured pearls. Length: 4.20 centimeters
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Late 20th Century Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Gold Brooch
Pearl Gold Brooch
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Modernist Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Modernist 14k gold European brooch of textured yellow gold, white gold and cultured pearls. Can be
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1970s German Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Modernist Gold Brooch
Modernist Gold Brooch
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W 1.5 in
Chic 1960s Mint + Lime Green Beaded Flower Lucite Vintage 60s Brooch Pin Mod
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s mint and lime beaded lucite flower brooch pin ! Features mint green petals with lime
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1960s Vintage Beaded Brooch

Mother of Pearl & Pastel Beaded Floral Cluster Brooch By Miriam Haskell, 1940s
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in McKinney, TX
pink, blue moonglow and white beads - Crystal rhinestone accents - Wire work floral motif - Green
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1940s American Modern Vintage Beaded Brooch

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
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage ART Gold Folding Fan Pin Brooch, with Faux Pearls and Jade Beads
By Arthur Pepper
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish folding fan pin-brooch, decorated with faux pearls, jade beads, and crystals. By Arthur
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20th Century American Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gold Plate

Retro Vintage European 18k Gold Platinum 1.3ct Diamond Bead Open Work Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
. This magnificent brooch is decorated with lovey open work along with graduating bead work along its top
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1940s Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Chinese Nephrite Beads and Jadeite on Vermeil Spacers Double Strand Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Jadeite jade carvings and cabochon on Vermeil. The nephrite jade beads measure 9 millimeters. The 3
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1960s Chinese Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Jade, Vermeil, Gold Plate, Silver

18K Gold Coral Flowers Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
flowers brooch. Each one of the flowers has five petals and are adorned with three coral beads. The brooch
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Coral Flowers Brooch
18K Gold Coral Flowers Brooch
W 1.6 in D 0.5 in L 1.75 in
Combination Pearl Necklace and 1960s Diamond Brooch Clip
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
pearls in white, rose white, bronze and chocolate, separated by tiny onyx beads. The clasp is decorated
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20th Century French Vintage Beaded Brooch

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White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, White Gold, 1...

Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a sterling silver Hobe brooch on pearls and turquoise
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This one of a kind,handmade,necklace features a vintage Hobe sterling silver brooch as its
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Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, Turquoise

Chanel CC Gold And Crystal Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel CC Gold And Crystal Brooch. CC stamp in back. Made in Italy. There are several crystals
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal

Chanel CC Gold And Crystal Large Brooch
Chanel CC Gold And Crystal Large Brooch
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W 2 in D 0.15 in L 1.5 in
Miriam Haskell Aurora Crystal Cascade Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
beads. The brooch is set with hand wired bead work on a signature silver gilt filigree back. Signed
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1950s American Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal, Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Fabulous Victorian Ribbon and Pearl Bow Brooch on a Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This piece reminds me of Chanel. The Victorian bow brooch and the necklace can be worn together or
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20th Century Victorian Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold

Miriam Haskell Pearl Stick Pin/Brooch
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Miriam Haskell pearl stick pin/brooch. This is a gilt Russian gold metal flowers stick
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1940s American Baroque Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Pearl Stick Pin/Brooch
Miriam Haskell Pearl Stick Pin/Brooch
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H 3.5 in W 1.125 in D 0.75 in
1980s Burberrys Terrier Dog Gold Plated Brooch
By Burberry
Located in London, GB
Burberrys Gold plated brooch featuring a terrier dog with crystal details. Condition: 1980s
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1980s British Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Pearl and 14k Gold Ladybug Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add a little playfulness to your outfit with this cute ladybug brooch. Made of a large pearl body
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1960s Unknown Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Pearl, 14k Gold

Pearl and 14k Gold Ladybug Brooch
Pearl and 14k Gold Ladybug Brooch
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W 1 in L 1.25 in
1980s Christian Dior Crystals and Pearl Leaf Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1980s Christian Dior brooch delivers timeless elegance. Crafted from silver-plated
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1980s German Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal, Pearl

One of a kind, handmade, vintage enamel brooch and carnelian, citrine and Murano
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
and enamel brooch is the centerpiece on a string of carnelian,Citrine and Venetian glass beads
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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Carnelian, Citrine, Gold-filled, Enamel

Vintage crystal and sterling brooch with baroque pearls on offer from LB.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage 50’s pink crystal and sterling silver brooch is the centerpiece on a string of baroque
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Amethyst, Pearl, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold Vintage Seed Pearl Brooch, 4.5gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Vintage seed pearl Brooch, 4.5gr Vintage 14k yellow gold and seed pearl brooch
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20th Century Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Nanna Ditzel Sterling Hematite Brooch No 328
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Nanna Ditzel Sterling Hematite Brooch, design no 328, Nana and Jorgen Ditzel C.1960
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20th Century Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Hematite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Malachite Carved Butterfly 18 KT Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This breathtaking vintage brooch is 1970 ca Skillfully rendered carving artwork mounted in 18 KT
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1970s European Contemporary Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Malachite, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Sixties Mod Pearl-Set Gold Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Litchfield, CT
pop art brooch is set with perfectly matched Akoya pearls, varying in size for a chic, dimensional
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1960s Japanese Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Sixties Mod Pearl-Set Gold Brooch
Mikimoto Sixties Mod Pearl-Set Gold Brooch
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H 2 in W 1.25 in
14k Gold Tiffany & Co. Retro Leaf Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Venice, CA
the 1940’s this retro piece is simple and stunning. The brooch is marked as 14k gold, Tiffany & Co
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1940s German Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Tiffany & Co. Retro Leaf Brooch
14k Gold Tiffany & Co. Retro Leaf Brooch
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H 2.5 in W 0.88 in
Cartier Colombian Emerald Bird Brooch, 45.00 Carats
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent brooch, crafted by the esteemed house of Cartier, features a bird exquisitely
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20th Century French Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this magnificent old brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, a truly exceptional jewel with a
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20th Century French Artisan Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Ruby Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold 18 Karat
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W 0.394 in L 2.756 in
French Art Deco Natural Coral Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco natural coral flower bud clip brooch.The coral beads hand sewn in the form of
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Coral, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Vintage Pearl Peacock Brooch in 14 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A majestic vintage peacock brooch decorated with an array of lustrous cultured pearls of various
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Late 20th Century European Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl, Gold

Vintage Pearl Peacock Brooch in 14 Carat Gold
Vintage Pearl Peacock Brooch in 14 Carat Gold
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H 1.93 in W 1.93 in D 0.28 in
Original by Robert Pearl and Rhinestone Brooch/Pendant
By Original by Robert
Located in Alford, MA
Wreath-shaped brooch of various pearls, rhinestones, crystals, and micro gold beads by Robert, c
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal, Pearl

Vendome Beaded Apple Suite
By Vendome
Located in New York, NY
Unusual hand beaded "Apple" suite by Vendome. High domed gilt findings are wired with
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1950s American Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Gilt Metal

14 Karat Gold and Cultured Pearl Bow Brooch 1960s
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage bow brooch crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The outside surface of the bow is made of
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20th Century Dutch Retro Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Cultured Pearl, Gold

Ornate Coco Chanel Gilt Pearl Diamante Red Bar Pin/Brooch
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Extremely scare Maison Robert Goossens for Chanel gilt metal bar pin/brooch, accented by red pate
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Mid-20th Century French Baroque Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Pearl

1980s Christian Dior Gold Plated Enamel Leaf Crystal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This 1980s Christian Dior Enamel Leaf Brooch, yellow gold-plated brooch is an exquisite piece
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1980s Italian Vintage Beaded Brooch

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Enamel

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Vintage Beaded Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage beaded brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect vintage beaded brooch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage beaded brooch from Miriam Haskell, Stanley Hagler and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any vintage beaded brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 68 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage beaded brooch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Vintage Beaded Brooch?

The price for a vintage beaded brooch starts at $75 and tops out at $35,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $750.

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.

Questions About Vintage Beaded Brooch
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To tell if a brooch is vintage, take a look at its fastener. Pieces made during the first half of the 20th century often had a long thin fastener that you push to open or close. This style of hardware is commonly known as a trombone clasp. Locking safety clasps emerged during the 1930s, and jewelers used them throughout the rest of the 20th century. You can also check brooches for a date stamp or research the maker's mark to determine who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the age. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or professional jeweler examine the piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of brooches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.