Vintage Figural Brooch
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Figural Brooch
Silver Plate
20th Century Unknown Vintage Figural Brooch
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Figural Brooch
Gilt Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Figural Brooch
1940s American Vintage Figural Brooch
Gilt Metal
1980s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1970s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1990s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1960s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1980s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Enamel
1990s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Figural Brooch
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold
1950s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1980s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1990s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1980s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1950s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1980s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
20th Century Vintage Figural Brooch
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Thai Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1970s American Vintage Figural Brooch
Copper
1940s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Figural Brooch
Stone, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Coral, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1930s American Vintage Figural Brooch
1950s French Vintage Figural Brooch
Gilt Metal
1960s Unknown Artisan Vintage Figural Brooch
Gilt Metal
1980s Unknown Vintage Figural Brooch
Gilt Metal
1980s European Vintage Figural Brooch
Pearl, Ruby, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Vintage Figural Brooch
Pearl
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
14k Gold, Enamel
20th Century Unknown Vintage Figural Brooch
Ruby, Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Figural Brooch
Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Figural Brooch
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Figural Brooch
Ruby, Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1950s American Vintage Figural Brooch
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
20th Century Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century French Retro Vintage Figural Brooch
18k Gold
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Figural Brooch
Bronze, Gilt Metal
1940s American Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
1950s Unknown Vintage Figural Brooch
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Figural Brooch
Gilt Metal
1950s Vintage Figural Brooch
20th Century French Vintage Figural Brooch
Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Figural Brooch
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s British Retro Vintage Figural Brooch
Sterling Silver
1980s Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Gold Plate
20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Garnet, Turquoise, Gold
1960s American Neoclassical Vintage Figural Brooch
Late 20th Century Mexican Vintage Figural Brooch
Sterling Silver, Brass
1990s American Vintage Figural Brooch
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Figural Brooch
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century European Modern Vintage Figural Brooch
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s French Retro Vintage Figural Brooch
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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Vintage Figural Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Vintage Figural Brooch?
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.
- 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.
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