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Rock Crystal Mermaid Pendant Estate 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
your fine jewelry from any era. Hefty at 40.2 grams with a weighty feel to the touch. It can also be
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.5 in L 3 in
Hildegarde of Bingen, gorgeous Cloisonne Brooch, jewelry from The Dinner Party
By Judy Chicago
Located in New York, NY
Judy Chicago
Cloisonne Brooch of Hildegard of Bingen from The Dinner Party, 1987
Cloisonne brooch
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1980s Medieval Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Metal, Enamel
1980s Wendy Gell Yellow, Brown, and Black Bangles, Earrings, Brooch Jewelry Set
By Wendy Gell
Located in Miami Beach, FL
earrings, and a brooch. The bangles are hinged with snap closure. Earrings: 1.5"L x 1"W x 0.75"H. Bracelet
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1980s Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
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H 0.5 in W 2.5 in L 2.85 in
Lunati Gioielli Cat Diamond and Enamel Brooch
Located in Derby, NY
sophisticated and elegant accessory!
Jewelry Style : Brooch
Jewelry Style : Designer
Metal Type : 18K Yellow
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Jacket, 1997
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
wool and lace ornaments. Buttons and brooches jewelry. No composition label and size indicated, fits a
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20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Vintage Shell Shape Brooch- 3.5ct Diamonds & White Pearl & 14k Rose Gold Brooch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage pearl and diamonds brooch for women, Shell Brooch, Rose Gold 14K Brooch, Estate jewelry
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Mid-20th Century European Victorian Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
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W 1.48 in L 1.42 in
bee brooch / vintage jewelry , vintage brooch
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:brass, swarovski glass
size:wide 3.8cm
This cute bee brooch has a rounded silhouette.
The
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1970s Japanese Artisan Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Brass, Gold
Pennino Retro Swirl Brooch
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Pennino Retro Swirl Brooch with faux aquamarines set in 2 tones of pink and gold vermeil
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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
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1950s American Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Pennino Retro Gathered Bow Brooch
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Pennino Retro Gathered Bow Brooch from the 1940's. Pink gold retro fan is paired with a
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium, Gilt Metal
Art Deco Hobe Style Jabot Brooch
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Hobe style jabot brooch in filigree brass with citrine, topaz and emerald pastes. 1930's
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Brass
Citrine Multi Crystal Hobe Leaf Brooch
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Hobe leaf brooch of gilt plate bronze and brass metal with collet set vari shaped faceted
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1940s American Artisan Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
10k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Pennino Pink Gold Vermeil Retro Brooch
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Pennino Pink Gold Vermeil Retro Fan Shaped Brooch from the 1940's in sterling. Pave accented
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Butler And Wilson Gripoix Brooch Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
to wear as a brooch or as a pendant. Note: Since its beginnings in 1969 selling antique jewelry in
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20th Century European Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Base Metal
Vintage Costume Jewelry Harp Brooch with Rhinestone
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Costume Jewelry Harp Brooch with Rhinestone
This is in great condition large brooch
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20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Pennino Retro Ruby Sterling Silver Brooch
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
brooch of faceted oval stones, bullet cabochons centers and crystal pave accents. Excellent Condition
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Rare Dujay Art Deco Fruit Salad Brooch
By DuJay Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Rare Dujay Art Deco Fruit Salad Brooch from the 1930's, unsigned. Dujay had the highest quality
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Rhodium
Vintage Hobe 1965 Brown Marble Cabochon Brooch
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Hobe 1965 signed gold toned brooch with brown marble cabochon and black rhinestone
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Vintage HAR gold pearl rhinestone fan designer brooch
By Har Jewelry
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed HAR
• gold tone with pearls and rhinestones
• vintage designer runway brooch
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20th Century American Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14k Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14K Gold
This stunning vintage brooch / pin is finely crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Lapis Lazuli Ruby Brooch Peacock Bird 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Lapis Lazuli Ruby Brooch Peacock Bird 14K Gold Vintage
This exceptional whimsical Lapis Lazuli
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Scissors Brooch Pin 14K Pink Gold Hairstylist Hairdresser Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This vintage pin / brooch is made in solid 14K Rose Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed).
The
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20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Hattie Carnegie Large "Gold" Coin Brooch, Costume Jewelry
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Stamford, CT
Large brooch shaped as a gold nugget coin.
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1940s American Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Diamond Ruby Pearl Cat Pendant Brooch 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This stunning vintage brooch/ pin is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow and White Gold (carefully
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20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage
This gold brooch is finely
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920's Art Deco Costume Jewelry Rhinestone Rose Brooch
Located in New York, NY
1920's Art Deco Costume Jewelry Rhinestone Rose Brooch
This is a perfect example of high quality
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20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Scissors with Iron Brooch Pin 14K Pink Gold Seamstress Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This cool vintage pin / brooch is made in solid 14K Rose Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed
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20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Classic Sterling Silver Brooch Ribbon and Flower Design, c1942, Signed Hobé
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in valatie, NY
Classic Sterling Silver Brooch Ribbon and Flower Design, c1942, Signed Hobé. This is a classic
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
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W 2.5 in D 0.75 in L 2 in
Pegasus Pendant Brooch Carnelian Cameo Ancient Greek Mythology 18K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Pegasus Pendant Brooch Carnelian Cameo Ancient Greek Mythology 18K Gold
This gorgeous estate
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1980s Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Coral Pearl Rose Flower Pendant Brooch 14K Yellow Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Red Coral Pearl Rose Flower Pendant Brooch 14K Yellow Gold
This gorgeous vintage piece is finely
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Late 20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pennino Sapphire Blue and Crystal Double Ended Brooch Circa 1960s
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
. This is such an unusual brooch and looks like fine jewelry. Looks like something that the Queen would
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1960s American Modern Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Mixed Metal
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H 0.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 2 in L 2 in
Hobe Large Gilded Gold with Jadeite, Pearl and Rhinestones Brooch
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Hobe's wonderfully large detailed gilded gold hardware brooch is set with jadeite, rhinestones and
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1980s American Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Vintage Dog Pin Gold Gemstones 14k Brooch Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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The Retro brooch measures 1 1/8" x 1 1/8” (3 x 3 cm) and weighs 6.9 grams.
About Retro Jewelry
The
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1980s Unknown Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Brooch Pin 14k Gold Pearl Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
grams.
About Vintage Brooches:
Since we started making our very first steps into the jewelry world
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Gold Fly Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable Gold Fly Pin with Bulbous Gold Body and Diamond set Wings. Hand Crafted in 14K Yellow Gold. Approx. size: 0.50" Add Sparkle to any outfit with this Chic and Timeless piece!
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1990s Modernist Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Chaumet Retro Brooch 18k Gold Diamond Pin Estate Jewelry
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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During the Retro jewelry era, scrolls became one of the most popular design motifs. In this brooch
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gilded Three Dimensional Layered Flower Figural Brooch By Hobé, 1950s
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 2" diameter
- .75
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1950s American Modern Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Gripoix Antique Jewelry Set of a Brooch and Earrings
By Maison Gripoix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Gripoix - Set composed of a brooch and earrings in golden metal and glass paste.
Additional
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1950s French Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Jewel of Ocean 18k Turquoise Estate Flower Brooch 'Convertible to Pendent'
By Estate Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Jewel Of Ocean 18K Turquoise Estate Flower Brooch
Can be converted to Pendent
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Jewel of Ocean 18k Diamonds Estate Flower Brooch 'Convertible to Pendent'
By Estate Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold 0.35 Carts Diamonds Textured Estate Flower Brooch
Can Convert to Pendent
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hobe Red Enamel & Emerald Crystal Marquise Fruit Brooch & Earrings 1950s
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous vintage Hobe Brooch & Earrings. Featuring a stunning combination of stones. Including
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20th Century Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Fantastic Sultan brooch by HAR decorated with red enamel and rhinestons 1950's
By Har Jewelry
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Fantastic Sutan brooch with red turban decorated with jewels and pearls!
It was designed by Har
Category
1950s American Romantic Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Enamel, Gilt Metal
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H 1.97 in W 1.38 in D 0.6 in
Pair of Lea Stein Mandarin Brooch Pins Estate Jewelry
By Lea Stein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lea Stein vintage Art Deco style a pair of Mandarin brooch pins
These are very RARE. Beautiful
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Jewel of Ocean 18K Diamond, Ruby Estate Flower Brooch Convertible to Pendent
By Estate Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold and Diamond, Ruby Estate Flower Brooch
convertible to Pendent
1.5 Carts Diamonds
3
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Bow Brooch Pin 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1.80 carats total.
The bow brooch measures 2 ¾” x 1 ¾” and weighs 30.8 grams.
About Retro Jewelry
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Brooch 18k Gold Flower Heart Design Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lavish vintage Cartier brooch of a flower design, made of 18k gold.
This exuberant flower was
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1970s French Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Snowflakes Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
: Earrings: 2.2*2.2 cm, Brooch: 4.3*4.3 cm.
Trifari created some of the most desirable costume jewellery of
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gold Plate
Taylor Novelty Stage Coach Watch Brooch
By House of Taylor Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Taylor Novelty Stage Coach Watch Brooch from the 1940's. Gilt metal with cherubs
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
Hobe Gold Red and Green Cabochon Pin Brooch with Crystals, Mid 1900s
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Milford, DE
A colorful vintage pin from Hobe. Features vibrant red and green cabochons, accented with crystals and set on a gold-plated setting.
Mid 1900s.
Hallmarks/Marks/Signs: Hobe
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Hobe Et Co. 1940 Pendant with Brooch in Sterling and 14 Karat Gold with Citrines
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant with brooch designed by Hobe.
Fabulous piece of costume jewelry, created by the Parisian
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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W 1.85 in L 4.25 in
HAR rare vintage Genie Cleopatra Harem girl brooch with the fish bowl, 1960 U.S
By Har Jewelry
Located in Stuttgart, DE
This fantastic HAR brooch is a rare find! The gold toned Cleopatra holds a bowl with a gold-toned
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1950s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gilt Metal
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H 1.97 in W 1.97 in D 0.6 in
Tahitian Pearls and Diamond Gold Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Diamond White Gold Brooch, securely Hand set with Diamonds
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jade Garnet Citrine Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooches Estate Fine Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful pair of Moss Green Jade, Garnet, Citrine and Diamond Flying Butterfly Brooches
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
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W 1 in L 1.75 in
French Vintage Brooch 18k Gold Diamond Flower Pin Clip Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic vintage French brooch made of 18 karat gold and diamond.
It’s an open work, airy 18k
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1950s French Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
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H 2.5 in W 1.88 in
French Vintage Brooch Wild Rose Clip Pin 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
steps into the jewelry world, vintage brooches and pins have always been our favorite pieces. Wearing a
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1960s French Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Brooch 18k Gold Gems Enamel Pin Clip Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage brooch by Cartier made of 18 karat yellow and white gold with gemstones and enamel
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Quartz, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.5 in D 0.38 in L 2.38 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co Infinity Knot Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Signed Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co infinity knot brooch, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 60s Brutalist Brooch Abstract 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage abstract brooch (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14k yellow gold.
The
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Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Rene Boivin 18k Gold Retro Double Clip Pin Brooch Vintage Jewelry
By René Boivin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rene Boivin brooches were produced by the brand in a broad spectrum of shapes. There were plaques
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.25 in W 1 in D 0.38 in
Tiffany & Co Dolphin Brooch Vintage Sterling Silver 18k Gold Signed Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co dolphin brooch crafted in sterling silver & 18k yellow gold
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Brooch Jewelry
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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Vintage Brooch Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the piece of vintage brooch jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1608 vintage editions and 89 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of vintage brooch jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a choice in our collection of vintage brooch jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of vintage brooch jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 583, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. Most of our vintage brooch jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 634 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Vintage Brooch Jewelry?
On average, a piece of vintage brooch jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,645, while they’re typically $65 on the low end and $380,839 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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 Brooch Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023Jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old is considered vintage. Pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. Vintage jewelry includes rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even hair accessories like combs. Shop a range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some vintage jewelry has markings. Makers may have stamped pieces with hallmarks to represent the types of metals used in them and/or to signify that they came from certain brands. However, not all vintage jewelry is marked. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage jewelry from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage, first look for hallmarks that may indicate the maker. Then, consult trusted online resources to research the markings and find out when the jewelry house produced pieces that are similar to yours. Anything made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Because there are many contemporary pieces inspired by vintage designs, you may want to consider taking your jewelry to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer who can inspect and date it. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, nearly all vintage Tiffany jewelry is stamped. However, the stamp on older pieces may not include the maker's name. You should still find a hallmark that represents the metal’s purity. Examples include 925, AG925 or STER for sterling silver. Find a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The way to tell if vintage jewelry is real depends first on determining what you mean by "real." If you want to know if a piece is actually made by a particular brand or is a reproduction, you can consult trusted online resources to see what hallmarks and other details are present on genuine pieces. Then, you can examine your jewelry using these criteria. You can also find tests to determine whether precious metals and gemstones are real or not. However, use caution, as some tests can damage jewelry. A simple way to tell if vintage jewelry is an authentic example of a particular maker's work or made of real materials is to take the piece to an experienced appraiser or dealer. Find a large selection of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Many people would argue that vintage jewelry isn't making a comeback because it has never faded in popularity. Although what's considered vintage changes from decade to decade, the demand for jewelry that is between 20 and 99 years old generally remains high. There are collectors who look for pieces featuring specific materials or that were made by certain brands, and many men and women find vintage jewelry appealing because it is unique and has history. Shop a variety of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To find out how much your vintage jewelry is worth, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. By seeing what similar pieces have sold for in the past, you can estimate the value of your jewelry. For a more precise valuation, enlist the services of an appraiser or knowledgeable vintage jewelry specialist. Find a wide range of vintage jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, vintage Tiffany jewelry may be worth something. Due to the popularity of the American jewelry maker and the quality of the pieces that Tiffany & Co. produces, accessories often hold or appreciate in value over the years. The house is celebrated for its range of partnerships with the likes of Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others, which can also contribute to how collectible a given bracelet or necklace might be. However, the style, type and condition of the jewelry will impact how valuable it is. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can let you know how much a specific piece is worth. Find a diverse assortment of vintage Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
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