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Vintage Cat Pins

Pearl Diamond Gold Cat Pin
Pearl Diamond Gold Cat Pin

Pearl Diamond Gold Cat Pin

$4,720

W 1.11 in L 2.21 in

Pearl Diamond Gold Cat Pin

Located in New York, NY

This is an elegant 18k yellow and white gold cat pin. The pin is accentuated by lovely round pearl and diamond accents.

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

7.00ct Ruby Diamond Gold Cat Pin
7.00ct Ruby Diamond Gold Cat Pin

7.00ct Ruby Diamond Gold Cat Pin

$4,450

W 1.54 in L 1.5 in

7.00ct Ruby Diamond Gold Cat Pin

Located in New York, NY

This is a fabulous 18k yellow gold cat pin. The pin is set with lovely round cut rubies that weigh approximately 7.00ct.

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Retro Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Cat Pin Brooch Circa 1985
Retro Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Cat Pin Brooch Circa 1985

Retro Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Cat Pin Brooch Circa 1985

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Retro 18K yellow gold cat pin brooch featuring 10 natural round brilliant colorless diamonds and two vivid green emerald eyes.

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1980s North American Retro Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire & Emerald Whimsical Lion Cat Pin Brooch
Classic Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire & Emerald Whimsical Lion Cat Pin Brooch

Classic Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire & Emerald Whimsical Lion Cat Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.10ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Round Cabochon Cut - Pave Cu...

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire Diamond Cat Brooch 18 Karat Yellow White Gold
Vintage Sapphire Diamond Cat Brooch 18 Karat Yellow White Gold

Vintage Sapphire Diamond Cat Brooch 18 Karat Yellow White Gold

Located in London, GB

A vintage sapphire and diamond set cat brooch in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, circa 1960 This charming stylized cat pin brooch is beautifully made.

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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14k Gold
Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14k Gold

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 in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed) in the shape of a lovely...

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cat Brooch Pin Diamond Ruby Pearl 14K Gold Vintage
Cat Brooch Pin Diamond Ruby Pearl 14K Gold Vintage

Cat Brooch Pin Diamond Ruby Pearl 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 tested and guaranteed) in the shape of lovely cat. 4 single cut diamonds (two for e...

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2 Carat Amethyst Cat Gold Heart Vintage Brooch Pin
2 Carat Amethyst Cat Gold Heart Vintage Brooch Pin

2 Carat Amethyst Cat Gold Heart Vintage Brooch Pin

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Delightful! Finely detailed Open Heart Gold Pendant, centering a Hand set 2 Carat Amethyst Cat with Ruby Eyes, approx. 0.12tcw. Measuring approx. 1.4” l x 1.3” w. Hand crafted...

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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Detailed Petite Cat's Head Pin Brooch
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Detailed Petite Cat's Head Pin Brooch

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Detailed Petite Cat's Head Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.24 Grams Overall Height: 13.8mm (0.54") Overall Width: 12.1mm (0.47") Overall Thickness: 4.7mm (not including the pin) Clasp: Pin w/ H...

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cat on a Branch Brooch/Pin #23491
14K Yellow Gold Cat on a Branch Brooch/Pin #23491

14K Yellow Gold Cat on a Branch Brooch/Pin #23491

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Cat Brooch- Whimsical and beautifully detailed, this lovely brooch features a sculpted cat resting on a textured branch crafted in 14K yellow gold. The cat's eyes ar...

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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s Retro Gold Brooch Pin CAT Natural Diamond Sapphire Enamel Kitten
Vintage 1950s Retro Gold Brooch Pin CAT Natural Diamond Sapphire Enamel Kitten

Vintage 1950s Retro Gold Brooch Pin CAT Natural Diamond Sapphire Enamel Kitten

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage 18k yellow gold cat weighing 23.92 grams. Contains 4 diamonds and 1 sapphire as well as red enamel on the right eye.

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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Embellished Gold Owl Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Vintage Embellished Gold Owl Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry

Vintage Embellished Gold Owl Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Vintage Embellished Gold Owl with Hand set Cat's Eye Eyes Brooch Pin. Measuring approx. 1.2” h x 1.1” w.

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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Tiffany & Co. Chrysoberyl Gold Cat Pin
Tiffany & Co. Chrysoberyl Gold Cat Pin

Tiffany & Co. Chrysoberyl Gold Cat Pin

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Vintage 18 karat yellow gold cat pin with Chrysoberyl cat's eye for the eyes, signed Tiffany & Co circa 1960's.

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1960s Unknown Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

18k Gold

1940s Acrylic LUCITE Googly Eyed Cat Pin Brooch
1940s Acrylic LUCITE Googly Eyed Cat Pin Brooch

1940s Acrylic LUCITE Googly Eyed Cat Pin Brooch

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Googly eyed jewelry is always sought after and cat pins are much rarer than dog pins in the period.

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1940s American Vintage Cat Pins

Platinum Fish Pin Accented with Diamonds Moonstone and Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Pin
Platinum Fish Pin Accented with Diamonds Moonstone and Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Pin

Platinum Fish Pin Accented with Diamonds Moonstone and Chrysoberyl Cats Eye Pin

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This large incredible platinum pin is made with so much quality! The large oval shape moonstone has a beautiful blueish hue and the chrysoberyl cats eye has a very sharp eye.

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1950s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum

Signed Gerry's Figural Crouching Leopard Brooch Pin Exotic Cat
Signed Gerry's Figural Crouching Leopard Brooch Pin Exotic Cat

Signed Gerry's Figural Crouching Leopard Brooch Pin Exotic Cat

Located in Sausalito, CA

Add a touch of vintage elegance to your jewelry collection with this stunning Gerry's leopard brooch. This exquisite piece features a prowling leopard design, meticulously crafted in...

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1970s Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 14k Diamond Yellow Gold Running Panther Brooch Pin, Cat Leopard Jaguar
Vintage 14k Diamond Yellow Gold Running Panther Brooch Pin, Cat Leopard Jaguar

Vintage 14k Diamond Yellow Gold Running Panther Brooch Pin, Cat Leopard Jaguar

Located in Sausalito, CA

Elegant 14k panther brooch highlighted by ten full-cut diamonds. Size: 1-1/2" X 7/8" tall. Weight: 8.2 grams. Diamond carat weight: approximately 0.12 cttw. Condition: Very good vin...

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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Sitting House Cat Lapel Pin with Blue Sapphire Eyes 17.3 Grams
18 Karat Gold Sitting House Cat Lapel Pin with Blue Sapphire Eyes 17.3 Grams

18 Karat Gold Sitting House Cat Lapel Pin with Blue Sapphire Eyes 17.3 Grams

Located in Overland Park, KS

18k Yellow Gold Sitting Cat Lapel Pin with Blue Sapphire Eyes 17.3 grams.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Murano Glass Cat by Gino Cenedese, Modern Green and Blue, Design Antonio Da Ros
Murano Glass Cat by Gino Cenedese, Modern Green and Blue, Design Antonio Da Ros

Murano Glass Cat by Gino Cenedese, Modern Green and Blue, Design Antonio Da Ros

By Cenedese

Located in Venice, Murano

The "gatto birillo" (lit. bowling-pin cat) is made in green glass and blue sommerso color, and detailed with matching blue eyes and a red nose.

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1960s Italian Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Murano Glass

Yellow Gold Cat Pin with Diamonds Rubies and Emeralds
Yellow Gold Cat Pin with Diamonds Rubies and Emeralds

Yellow Gold Cat Pin with Diamonds Rubies and Emeralds

Located in Dallas, TX

18K Yellow Gold Cat Pin with Diamonds, Rubies and Emeralds.

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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

1950s Mixed Metal Cat Pin Chato Castillo Taxco
1950s Mixed Metal Cat Pin Chato Castillo Taxco

1950s Mixed Metal Cat Pin Chato Castillo Taxco

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H 1.5 in W 0.63 in D 0.5 in

1950s Mixed Metal Cat Pin Chato Castillo Taxco

By Taxco

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents 1950s Cat Pin Married Metals Taxco Mexico modernist minimalist brooch attributed Jorge Chato Castillo designer influence of William Spratling & Matilde Poulat. sta...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Metal, Silver, Brass

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Cat Pin
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Cat Pin

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Cat Pin

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cat pin. 12 Grams of gold. Cat is sitting on an 18 karat white gold branch with three round brilliant diamonds on the leaves.

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1990s German Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1980's Diamond Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cat Pin Brooch
1980's Diamond Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cat Pin Brooch

1980's Diamond Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cat Pin Brooch

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Adorable cat pin fashioned in textured 18 karat yellow gold.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold Turquoise and Ruby Cat Pin Brooch by Cartier, circa 1960s
18 Karat Gold Turquoise and Ruby Cat Pin Brooch by Cartier, circa 1960s

18 Karat Gold Turquoise and Ruby Cat Pin Brooch by Cartier, circa 1960s

By Cartier

Located in Zurich, CH

Absolutely adorable 18 karat gold, turquoise and ruby cat pin brooch by the house of Cartier, circa 1960s.

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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Cat Pin
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Cat Pin

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Cat Pin

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautiful 18K Van Cleef & Arpels Cat with diamonds

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20th Century French Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Onyx

Pearl and Ruby Gold Cat Pin
Pearl and Ruby Gold Cat Pin

Pearl and Ruby Gold Cat Pin

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold featuring a ruby eye and pearl ball.

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold

English Diamond Sapphire Gold Cat Pin Brooch
English Diamond Sapphire Gold Cat Pin Brooch

English Diamond Sapphire Gold Cat Pin Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

This exquisite lovely vintage english pin is finely hand crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. It is accented with 34 genuine round cut diamonds approx. 2.25 ct, G-H color, VS clarity, a...

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1950s American Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1980s Ruby Gold Tiger Cat Pin Brooch
1980s Ruby Gold Tiger Cat Pin Brooch

1980s Ruby Gold Tiger Cat Pin Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

Measurements: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 31.8 grams Color Stones: Rubies, .25cttw. Natural Deep Red Color.

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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

1960's  Gold, Diamond and Enamel "Cool Cat" Pin
1960's  Gold, Diamond and Enamel "Cool Cat" Pin

1960's Gold, Diamond and Enamel "Cool Cat" Pin

Located in Chicago, IL

A real Hep Cat brooch! 18K yellow gold, with Black and White Enamel, Emerald Eyes and a Diamond set Beret hat totaling .60 carat.

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1960s Unknown Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Fabulous Signed Ciner Roaring Leopard Cat Pin and Earrings Set
Fabulous Signed Ciner Roaring Leopard Cat Pin and Earrings Set

Fabulous Signed Ciner Roaring Leopard Cat Pin and Earrings Set

By Ciner

Located in Montreal, QC

Featuring an amazing Leopard Pin and clip Earrings, gold tone with red and black enameled spots, the Leopard is enhanced with sparkling ice rhinestones and a black cabochon eye. One ...

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1990s American Modernist Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold Plate

Lea Stein Gomina Cat Pin Brooch Bakelite Orange Tortoiseshell Mid-Century Modern
Lea Stein Gomina Cat Pin Brooch Bakelite Orange Tortoiseshell Mid-Century Modern

Lea Stein Gomina Cat Pin Brooch Bakelite Orange Tortoiseshell Mid-Century Modern

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Lea Stein Gomina pin in the shape of a sleeping cat, made of orange tortoiseshell style bakelite with cream colored ears and eyes.      

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Bakelite

Vintage Retro Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Enamel Baby Cheetah Cat Pin Brooch
Vintage Retro Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Enamel Baby Cheetah Cat Pin Brooch

Vintage Retro Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Enamel Baby Cheetah Cat Pin Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

A playful & magnificent piece, featuring two small Cheetah cats, playing and looking like twins. Retro style diamond & emerald, cheetah motif inspired design, with black enamel acc...

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1980s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Estate 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Emerald Lion Cub / Kitty Cat Pin Brooch
Estate 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Emerald Lion Cub / Kitty Cat Pin Brooch

Estate 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Emerald Lion Cub / Kitty Cat Pin Brooch

Located in Birmingham, AL

What a whimsical little Lion Cub or Kitty Cat Brooch! This estate piece is made in 18K yellow Gold and has two round emeralds for eyes! As you can see in the photos, the detail work ...

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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Beaujewels Signed Cat Prancing Sterling Silver Brooch Kitty Pin 2" x 1"
Beaujewels Signed Cat Prancing Sterling Silver Brooch Kitty Pin 2" x 1"

Beaujewels Signed Cat Prancing Sterling Silver Brooch Kitty Pin 2" x 1"

By Beaujewels

Located in Austin, TX

This kitty cat brooch pin is sure to be a delight, especially for a vintage jewelry lover!

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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Orange Sapphire Diamond Gold Kitten Pin Brooch
Orange Sapphire Diamond Gold Kitten Pin Brooch

Orange Sapphire Diamond Gold Kitten Pin Brooch

Located in Montreal, QC

Adorable 14k white gold Estate Kitty cat Pin Brooch, encrusted with Orange Sapphires and Diamonds; Emerald Eyes Approx.

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1980s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Cat and Frog Jade Ruby Emerald Convertible Set Yellow Gold Brooch Ring
Cat and Frog Jade Ruby Emerald Convertible Set Yellow Gold Brooch Ring

Cat and Frog Jade Ruby Emerald Convertible Set Yellow Gold Brooch Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

It is only to connect the 2 pins into the ring. Ring 14k yellow gold Size 7.5 and sizable Width at top: 16.18mm Height at top: 5.04mm Width at Bottom: 2.67mm 3.2 grams Tested...

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 18K Cat Brooch with Blue Sapphire Eyes Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Cat Brooch with Blue Sapphire Eyes Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Cat Brooch with Blue Sapphire Eyes Yellow Gold

Located in Fairfield, CT

Vintage 18K Cat Brooch with Blue Sapphire Eyes Yellow Gold This 1960 Italian Cat Pin is a delightful example of artistry and craftsmanship, capturing the essence of a feline with r...

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1960s Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Cat Stick Pin
18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Cat Stick Pin

18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Cat Stick Pin

Located in Webster, NY

Stunning 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cat stick pin with Emerald Eyes. Gemstone: Diamond & Emerald Diamond Carat Weight: Approximately 1.02CTW Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds ...

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage  Yellow and White Gold Cat Brooch Pin
Vintage  Yellow and White Gold Cat Brooch Pin

Vintage Yellow and White Gold Cat Brooch Pin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The back is stamped with "750," indicating its high gold purity. This exquisite retro cat face brooch pin is perfect for adding a touch of sophistication and playful charm to any out...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, W...

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Cat Brooch Pin
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Cat Brooch Pin

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Cat Brooch Pin

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Cat Brooch Pin by Tiffany & Co. With 80 round rubies and 2 round diamonds VS1 clarity, G color Details: Measurements: 1 1/2" x 1" Weight: 17.9 gr...

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1980s American Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co France Ruby Emerald Cat Yarn Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Tiffany & Co France Ruby Emerald Cat Yarn Yellow Gold Pin Brooch

Tiffany & Co France Ruby Emerald Cat Yarn Yellow Gold Pin Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

20k Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Cat With Yarn Pin Brooch by Tiffany & Co. The Tiffany & Co.

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20th Century French Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co France Ruby Emerald Cat Yarn Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Tiffany & Co France Ruby Emerald Cat Yarn Yellow Gold Pin Brooch

Tiffany & Co France Ruby Emerald Cat Yarn Yellow Gold Pin Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

20k Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Cat With Yarn Pin Brooch by Tiffany & Co. The Tiffany & Co.

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20th Century French Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vtg Lea Stein Gomina Sleeping Cat Tortoiseshell Bakelite Pin Brooch Retro MCM
Vtg Lea Stein Gomina Sleeping Cat Tortoiseshell Bakelite Pin Brooch Retro MCM

Vtg Lea Stein Gomina Sleeping Cat Tortoiseshell Bakelite Pin Brooch Retro MCM

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Lea Stein Gomina pin in the shape of a sleeping cat, fashioned of black and tortoiseshell pattern bakelite with striped cream colored eyes and ears.  

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Bakelite

Vintage Bakelite Lea Stein Gomina Sleeping Kitten Kitty Cat Animal Pin Brooch
Vintage Bakelite Lea Stein Gomina Sleeping Kitten Kitty Cat Animal Pin Brooch

Vintage Bakelite Lea Stein Gomina Sleeping Kitten Kitty Cat Animal Pin Brooch

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage bakelite Lea Stein Gomina striped ivory/cream pin in the shape of a sleeping cat with orange and yellow mottled ears and eyes.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Bakelite

Margot de Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Amethyst Eyes Cat Face Pin/Brooch #19779
Margot de Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Amethyst Eyes Cat Face Pin/Brooch #19779

Margot de Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Amethyst Eyes Cat Face Pin/Brooch #19779

By Taxco Mexico

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling silver cat face pin by Margot de Taxco of Mexico, design #5220.

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20th Century Mexican Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Vintage Yellow Gold, Enamel, Diamond and Cabochon Sapphire Cat Face Pin Brooch
Vintage Yellow Gold, Enamel, Diamond and Cabochon Sapphire Cat Face Pin Brooch

Vintage Yellow Gold, Enamel, Diamond and Cabochon Sapphire Cat Face Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: The brooch is made out of 18 karat yellow gold, white enamel, detailed with cabochon sapphires and 0.20 cts of single cut diamonds.

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1970s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cultured Pearl Fancy Cat Brooch, 18k .12ctw Feline Pin
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cultured Pearl Fancy Cat Brooch, 18k .12ctw Feline Pin

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cultured Pearl Fancy Cat Brooch, 18k .12ctw Feline Pin

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information: Genuine Rubies Treatment: Heating Carats: .06ctw Cut: Round Color: Red Natural Diamond Carats: .06ct Cut: Round ...

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20th Century Unknown Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO. 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cat Clip Pin Brooch Vintage 1960s
TIFFANY & CO. 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cat Clip Pin Brooch Vintage 1960s

TIFFANY & CO. 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cat Clip Pin Brooch Vintage 1960s

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 1960s 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cat Brooch Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer brooch. Tiffany & Co. vintage ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Statement Articulated Leopard Brooch 1980s
Vintage Statement Articulated Leopard Brooch 1980s

Vintage Statement Articulated Leopard Brooch 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Adorn your shoulder with this wonderfully long and dramatic big cat pin. An unsigned beauty. A rare treasure. Just because a jewel doesn’t carry a designer name, doesn’t mean it isn'...

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1980s Vintage Cat Pins

14K Yellow Gold Green Stone Cat Pin Brooch #15195
14K Yellow Gold Green Stone Cat Pin Brooch #15195

14K Yellow Gold Green Stone Cat Pin Brooch #15195

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Green Stone Cat Pin This adorable cat pin is crafted from 14K yellow gold and features two faceted green stones to represent eyes and one green cabachon stone as the...

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Winking Cat Pin
Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Winking Cat Pin

Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Winking Cat Pin

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Tiffany winking cat pin, featuring textured fur, whiskers and tail.

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1960s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Jade and Pearl Cat Pin/Brooch
14 Karat Yellow Gold Jade and Pearl Cat Pin/Brooch

14 Karat Yellow Gold Jade and Pearl Cat Pin/Brooch

Located in Addison, TX

For the cat lover, please see this unique and whimsical yellow gold cat pin (and or brooch) with a jade back and eyes and wonderfully long whiskers.

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1970s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Cat Pin/Brooch
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Cat Pin/Brooch

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Cat Pin/Brooch

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Cat Pin/Brooch- This beautifully crafted cat brooch with hinged moving tail features two turquoise stones, two emerald eyes, and one ruby ...

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold and Gem set Kitty Cat Brooch Pin
Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold and Gem set Kitty Cat Brooch Pin

Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold and Gem set Kitty Cat Brooch Pin

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1980s Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Kitty Cat Pin, measuring 1 inch in length 1 1/2 inch wide and weighs 7.6 Grams.

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1980s American Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond

Henry Dunay Gold Kitty Cat Brooch
Henry Dunay Gold Kitty Cat Brooch

Henry Dunay Gold Kitty Cat Brooch

By Henry Dunay

Located in New York, NY

Henry Dunay 18 karat yellow gold kitty cat pin brooch. Serial no. A9941. Marked: Dunay / 18k / 750 / A9941.

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1980s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Judith Leiber Rhinestone Gilt Kitty Cat Brooch Pins
Judith Leiber Rhinestone Gilt Kitty Cat Brooch Pins

Judith Leiber Rhinestone Gilt Kitty Cat Brooch Pins

By Judith Leiber

Located in Montreal, QC

Adorable designer signed JUDITH LEIBER figural Kitty Cat pins, featuring the front and back. The collar is encrusted with crystal clear rhinestones.

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1980s American Modernist Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold Plate

Judith Leiber Rhinestone Kitty Cat Brooch Pins C1980s
Judith Leiber Rhinestone Kitty Cat Brooch Pins C1980s

Judith Leiber Rhinestone Kitty Cat Brooch Pins C1980s

By Judith Leiber

Located in Montreal, QC

Adorable designer signed JUDITH LEIBER figural Kitty Cat pins, featuring the front and back. The collar is encrusted with crystal clear rhinestones.

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1980s American Vintage Cat Pins

Cartier Paris Turquoise Enamel Gold Cat Brooch Pin
Cartier Paris Turquoise Enamel Gold Cat Brooch Pin

Cartier Paris Turquoise Enamel Gold Cat Brooch Pin

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Paris 18k gold cat brooch, set with black enamel and turquoise eyes. Cat is 40mm x 20mm. Minor chips on enamel are presetn. Marked: Cartier Paris, 018 331, French marks. Weig...

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20th Century French Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Enamel

Vintage Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cat Animal Pin Brooch
Vintage Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cat Animal Pin Brooch

Vintage Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cat Animal Pin Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

This whimsical Vinatge cat brooch is crafted in 14-karat yellow gold, weighing 19 grams and measuring 44mm long x 33mm wide.

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1990s Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Striking Designer CZ Pave Cat Cheetah Articulated Brooch Pin
Striking Designer CZ Pave Cat Cheetah Articulated Brooch Pin

Striking Designer CZ Pave Cat Cheetah Articulated Brooch Pin

Located in Montreal, QC

Striking Shoulder Duster, featuring an articulated movable Leopard brooch pin with green rhinestone eyes and CZ stones along the body; approx. size: 3.25" x 0.25". Add Pizzazz and St...

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1980s Modernist Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold Plate

Swarovski Crystal Glitz Black Cat Brooch Pin New Never Worn
Swarovski Crystal Glitz Black Cat Brooch Pin New Never Worn

Swarovski Crystal Glitz Black Cat Brooch Pin New Never Worn

By Swarovski

Located in Wallkill, NY

Green eyed Black cat with Black swarovski crystals make up entire body, with stunning green eyes. Measures 2.32 in x 2.00 in. Again, purchased and stored away, never worn. This is ou...

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1980s Vintage Cat Pins

Pearl Ruby Cat Kitten Gold Brooch Pin Retro Mid-Century Modernist
Pearl Ruby Cat Kitten Gold Brooch Pin Retro Mid-Century Modernist

Pearl Ruby Cat Kitten Gold Brooch Pin Retro Mid-Century Modernist

Located in New York, NY

An adorable Cat or Kitten Retro Mid-Century Modern Brooch Pin with a Pearl body and Ruby eye in 10 Karat Gold.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Cat Pins

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Detailed Textured 18K Gold Diamond Emerald & Ruby Kitten Cat Brooch Pin
Vintage Detailed Textured 18K Gold Diamond Emerald & Ruby Kitten Cat Brooch Pin

Vintage Detailed Textured 18K Gold Diamond Emerald & Ruby Kitten Cat Brooch Pin

Located in Montclair, NJ

This gorgeous vintage pin brooch was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and features an incredibly detailed cat design in which gives this piece a wonderful textured finish throughout.

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1980s Unknown Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

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

Vintage CORO cat gold pearl belly turquoise eyes designer pin brooch
Vintage CORO cat gold pearl belly turquoise eyes designer pin brooch

Vintage CORO cat gold pearl belly turquoise eyes designer pin brooch

By Coro

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed CORO • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear SKU 34 ❤️❤️...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Taxco Cat Smiling Modernist Sterling Silver Brass & Onyx Brooch Pin Mexico 1970s
Taxco Cat Smiling Modernist Sterling Silver Brass & Onyx Brooch Pin Mexico 1970s

Taxco Cat Smiling Modernist Sterling Silver Brass & Onyx Brooch Pin Mexico 1970s

By Taxco

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Taxco style cat smiling modernist sterling silver brass and onyx brooch pin vintage MEXICO Crafted in married mix of metal sterling silver and brass with onyx.

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Onyx, Silver, Brass

Cat and Kitten Jade Bodies with Ruby Eyes Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Cat and Kitten Jade Bodies with Ruby Eyes Yellow Gold Brooch Pin

Cat and Kitten Jade Bodies with Ruby Eyes Yellow Gold Brooch Pin

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Adorable pair of cats 14k yellow gold brooch with nephrite jade bodies and ruby eyes. Unmarked gold acid tests as 14k.

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaguar Leopard Kenneth Jay Lane Jeweled Enamel Big Cat Designer Brooch Pin KJL
Jaguar Leopard Kenneth Jay Lane Jeweled Enamel Big Cat Designer Brooch Pin KJL

Jaguar Leopard Kenneth Jay Lane Jeweled Enamel Big Cat Designer Brooch Pin KJL

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in Montreal, QC

Striking Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Designer Big Cat Jaguar Leopard Brooch. Ecru Enamel embellished with Faux Multi-Gems in various shapes and colors. Gold plated accents and mounting....

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20th Century American Modernist Vintage Cat Pins

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Lunch at The Ritz Signed Multi Charm Cats and Crystal Beads Brooch Pin Pendant
Lunch at The Ritz Signed Multi Charm Cats and Crystal Beads Brooch Pin Pendant

Lunch at The Ritz Signed Multi Charm Cats and Crystal Beads Brooch Pin Pendant

By Lunch at the Ritz

Located in Montreal, QC

Delightful Vintage Signed Lunch at the Ritz Multi Charm Cats, Enamel and Crystal Gold plated Brooch and Pendant. The largest cat has an articulated head and tail. The two cats laying...

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Late 20th Century American Modernist Vintage Cat Pins

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Crystal, Gold Plate

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Located in Brighton, GB

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By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Miami, FL

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Located in Brighton, GB

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Gold, 9k Gold

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Located in Brighton, GB

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Located in New York, NY

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Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel

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Located in Brighton, GB

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Located in Braintree, GB

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By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

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$2,673

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Located in London, GB

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Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Located in London, GB

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Materials

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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20th Century Vintage Cat Pins

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

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French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sitting Cat Brooch

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sitting Cat Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A retro brooch depicting a small seated cat with chiseled gold amati fur, raised tail and whiskers, pricked ears, and two small m...

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1960s French Retro Vintage Cat Pins

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Lisbon, PT

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1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Cat Pins

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Coral, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Cat Pins For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage cat pins for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Our collection of vintage cat pins includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Retro styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Judith Leiber are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 25, are particularly popular. A selection of round cut, cabochon and ball cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of vintage cat pins, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Cat Pins?

Prices for vintage cat pins start at $115 and top out at $30,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,650.

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 Cat Pins
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wear a vintage tie pin, position the pin between the third and fourth buttons of your shirt. Then, slip the pin through both layers of the tie. Finally, secure the backing. Find a range of vintage tie pins on 1stDibs.