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Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Geometric Diamant Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Geometric Diamant Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Geometric Diamant Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Geometric Diamant Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.04 inches (5.2cm) Width

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20th Century Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Torch Pearl Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Torch Pearl Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Torch Pearl Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Torch Pearl Brooch Measurements: Length: 3.94 inches (10 cm) Width: 1.26

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Jewelled Initial Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Jewelled Initial Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Jewelled Initial Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Jewelled Initial Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.73 inches (4.4 cm) Width

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Iconic Karl Lagerfeld French Chair Brooch
Iconic Karl Lagerfeld French Chair Brooch

Iconic Karl Lagerfeld French Chair Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New York, NY

Iconic and charming Karl Lagerfeld French Chair Brooch from his "Furniture" Series of 18th Century

Category

1990s Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD French Window Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD French Window Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD French Window Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD French Window Brooch Measurements: Height: 1 3/4 inches Width: 1 3/8 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Karl Lagerfeld Massive Bonsai Tree Brooch
Karl Lagerfeld Massive Bonsai Tree Brooch

Karl Lagerfeld Massive Bonsai Tree Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New York, NY

Amazing, Rare Karl Lagerfeld Massive Silver toned Bonsai Tree Brooch from the 1980's. Huge in scale

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Silver Plate

KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jewelled Key Brooch
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jewelled Key Brooch

KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jewelled Key Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Nice, FR

KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold toned key design brooch embellished with red crystals and faux pearls

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

KARL LAGERFELD Large Starfish Brooch, 1980's
KARL LAGERFELD Large Starfish Brooch, 1980's

KARL LAGERFELD Large Starfish Brooch, 1980's

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mermaid treasure! Magnificent 1980's gold plated starfish brooch by Karl Lagerfeld with three

Category

1980s French Baroque Revival Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Tower Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Tower Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Tower Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Spelled Enamel Tower Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.95 inches (7.5 cm

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD "Quoi de 9 Karl?" Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD "Quoi de 9 Karl?" Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD "Quoi de 9 Karl?" Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD "Quoi de 9 Karl?" Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.46

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jeweled Armchair Pin Brooch
KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jeweled Armchair Pin Brooch

KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jeweled Armchair Pin Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Nice, FR

KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone armchair pin brooch embellished with black crystals and resin

Category

20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Karl Lagerfeld Satin Gold Open Work Logo Brooch
Karl Lagerfeld Satin Gold Open Work Logo Brooch

Karl Lagerfeld Satin Gold Open Work Logo Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful 1980/90s sating gold open work brooch by Karl Lagerfeld. The 2.25 inch diameter pieces

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Long Silver Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Long Silver Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Long Silver Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Long Silver Brooch Measurements: Length: 3.35 inches (8.5 cm) Width

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Sun Moon Stars Perfume Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Sun Moon Stars Perfume Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Sun Moon Stars Perfume Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Sun Moon Stars Perfume Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.81 inches (4.6 cm

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Harp Limited Edition Novelty Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Harp Limited Edition Novelty Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Harp Limited Edition Novelty Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Harp Limited Edition Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 4.40 inches (11.2

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Angel Pearl Long Sceptre Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Angel Pearl Long Sceptre Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Angel Pearl Long Sceptre Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Angel Pearl Long Sceptre Brooch Measurements: Length: 4.33 inches (11 cm

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Golden Sceptre Chalice Long Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Golden Sceptre Chalice Long Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Golden Sceptre Chalice Long Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Golden Sceptre Chalice Long Brooch Measurements: Length: 5.12 inches (13 cm

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage 1996 KARL LAGERFELD Iconic Fan Medallion Brooch
Vintage 1996 KARL LAGERFELD Iconic Fan Medallion Brooch

Vintage 1996 KARL LAGERFELD Iconic Fan Medallion Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 1996 KARL LAGERFELD Iconic Fan Medallion Brooch Measurements: Height: 7/8 inch Width: 2 1

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Lyre French Chair Rhinestone Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Lyre French Chair Rhinestone Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Lyre French Chair Rhinestone Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Lyre French Chair Rhinestone Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.15 inches (8 cm

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Karl Lagerfeld KL Initial Logo in Glass Oval Brooch
Karl Lagerfeld KL Initial Logo in Glass Oval Brooch

Karl Lagerfeld KL Initial Logo in Glass Oval Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New York, NY

A lovely, large and rare Karl Lagerfeld carved brooch from 1980/90s. The brooch features a large

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gold Plate

Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Plated Purple Gem Feather Brooch
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Plated Purple Gem Feather Brooch

Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Plated Purple Gem Feather Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Gold Plated Purple Gem Feather Brooch – a stunning statement

Category

1980s Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Sun Long Stick Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Sun Long Stick Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Sun Long Stick Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Sun Long Stick Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.12 inches (5.70 cm

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1991
Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1991

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 1991 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

Category

1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1991
Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1991

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 1991 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

Category

1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage RARE KARL LAGERFELD Figural Harvest Motif Enamel Brooch
Vintage RARE KARL LAGERFELD Figural Harvest Motif Enamel Brooch

Vintage RARE KARL LAGERFELD Figural Harvest Motif Enamel Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage RARE KARL LAGERFELD Figural Harvest Motif Enamel Brooch Measurement: Height: 3.93 inches

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Abstract Flower in Pot Modernist Brooch
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Abstract Flower in Pot Modernist Brooch

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Abstract Flower in Pot Modernist Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Nice, FR

KARL LAGERFELD vintage silver toned modernist brooch featuring an abstract flower in a pot

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage White Pearl Flower Relief Rectangle Openwork Brooch
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage White Pearl Flower Relief Rectangle Openwork Brooch

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage White Pearl Flower Relief Rectangle Openwork Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Wokingham, England

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage 1980s Baroque Geometric White Beaded Pearls Flower Relief Rectangle Square

Category

1980s French Art Deco Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Louis XVI Chair Tie Tack Pin Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Louis XVI Chair Tie Tack Pin Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Louis XVI Chair Tie Tack Pin Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Louis XVI Chair Tie Tack Pin Brooch Measurements: Height: 1.37 inches (3.5

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 1980's Brooch
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 1980's Brooch

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 1980's Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Get your next favourite Chanel piece today! This will be the Brooch you reach for on the daily as

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1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Scale Angel Cherub Pearl Logo Novelty Brooch
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Scale Angel Cherub Pearl Logo Novelty Brooch

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Scale Angel Cherub Pearl Logo Novelty Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Scale Angel Cherub Pearl Logo Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.77

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Vintage Massive Iconic KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Fan Medallion Brooch
Vintage Massive Iconic KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Fan Medallion Brooch

Vintage Massive Iconic KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Fan Medallion Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive Iconic KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Fan Medallion Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.38

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Chanel 'hat' brooch by Karl Lagerfeld circa 1980
Chanel 'hat' brooch by Karl Lagerfeld circa 1980

Chanel 'hat' brooch by Karl Lagerfeld circa 1980

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1980 under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld circa late 1980s
Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld circa late 1980s

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld circa late 1980s

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - A ready-to-wear Collection circa late 1980s under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1991
Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1991

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 1991 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

Category

1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1991
Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1991

Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1991

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 1991 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

Category

1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch
Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch

Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive KARL LAGERFELD KL Logo Iconic Fan Pearl Drop Brooch Measurements: Height: 4.13

Category

20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Chanel brooch Haute Couture by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1986
Chanel brooch Haute Couture by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1986

Chanel brooch Haute Couture by Karl Lagerfeld Winter 1986

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 1986 Fall-Winter Haute Couture Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

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1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Massive Gold Toned Wax Seal and Fan Brooch
Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Massive Gold Toned Wax Seal and Fan Brooch

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Massive Gold Toned Wax Seal and Fan Brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Nice, FR

KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold toned fan brooch featuring a massive wax seal pendant embossed KARL

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20th Century French Vintage Brooch Karl

Karl Lagerfeld Gold Gilt and Glass Handbag brooch New, Never Worn 1990s
Karl Lagerfeld Gold Gilt and Glass Handbag brooch New, Never Worn 1990s

Karl Lagerfeld Gold Gilt and Glass Handbag brooch New, Never Worn 1990s

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning 1990s Lagerfeld Green crystal Handbag brooch Measuring 1.62 x 1.06. Matching Necklace

Category

1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld in Salmon Pink Crusiform 1996
Vintage Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld in Salmon Pink Crusiform 1996

Vintage Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld in Salmon Pink Crusiform 1996

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in London, GB

This is a famous statement piece brooch from Chanel, designed by Karl Lagerfeld as a stylised

Category

1990s Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Other, Gold Plate

Vintage Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Iconic CC Logo & Pearl Droplet Brooch 1994
Vintage Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Iconic CC Logo & Pearl Droplet Brooch 1994

Vintage Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Iconic CC Logo & Pearl Droplet Brooch 1994

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A very special Vintage Chanel Pearl Logo Brooch dating to the Autumn 1994 Collection with Lagerfeld

Category

20th Century Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gold Plate

Karl Lagerfeld Window with Shutters Pin
Karl Lagerfeld Window with Shutters Pin

Karl Lagerfeld Window with Shutters Pin

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New York, NY

inscribed with the interlocking script K and L logo of Karl lagerfeld. The pin measures 1.07 inches wide

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel camellia brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall 1995
Chanel camellia brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall 1995

Chanel camellia brooch by Karl Lagerfeld Fall 1995

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 1995 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld

Category

1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel camellia brooch
Chanel camellia brooch

Chanel camellia brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) White camellia brooch decorated with a black silk bow. A Collection circa

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1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Chanel brooch 1990s
Chanel brooch 1990s

Chanel brooch 1990s

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Gold-tone metal brooch with mother-of-pearl cabochons and blue

Category

1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch 1980s
Chanel brooch 1980s

Chanel brooch 1980s

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch decorated with multicolored glass paste and

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch 1990
Chanel brooch 1990

Chanel brooch 1990

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with costume pearls and rhinestones. A 2cc3

Category

1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch 1990s
Chanel brooch 1990s

Chanel brooch 1990s

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with glass paste cabochons and rhinestones. 2cc6

Category

1990s Vintage Brooch Karl

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch 'handbag'
Chanel brooch 'handbag'

Chanel brooch 'handbag'

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal brooch representing a Chanel handbag. A 2cc3 Collection

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1980s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Chanel cross brooch
Chanel cross brooch

Chanel cross brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal cross brooch with glass paste and costume pearly drops. 1997

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1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

Chanel 'bow' brooch
Chanel 'bow' brooch

Chanel 'bow' brooch

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - Black silk bow brooch. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 49 cm - Width

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1990s French Vintage Brooch Karl

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Vintage Brooch Karl For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage brooch karl you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold Plate and Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect vintage brooch karl 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 brooch karl from Karl Lagerfeld, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel and Chanel — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Most of our vintage brooch karl for sale are for women, but there are 24 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Vintage Brooch Karl?

Prices for a vintage brooch karl can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $145 and can go as high as $2,782, while this accessory, on average, fetches $540.

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 GucciVersaceDior 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.

Questions About Vintage Brooch Karl
  • 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify vintage brooches, look for the maker's marks. You can usually find them on the backs of brooches. Take a photo of the marking on your brooch, and then conduct a reverse image search to learn who the maker is. If you're unsuccessful, research the marks using trusted online resources or consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage brooches on 1stDibs.