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Art Deco Celluloid Dragonfly Insect Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Celluloid figurative body with stick pin and bulldog closure system. Measuring approx. 3"w x 1.5"l. A Chic
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Insect Pins
Green Insect Bug Inspired Diamond and Emerald Pin
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Green Body Bug Pin, a unique and charming accessory that adds a touch of whimsy and
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1980s Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Fontana Ruby Damond Platinum Gold Insect Brooch Pin
By Fontana
Located in New York, NY
Fontana Roma 18k gold and platinum insect brooch, set with rubies and approx. 1.00cts in diamonds
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20th Century Italian Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Butterfly and Bee Insect Brooch Pins Hardstone Intaglio Rock Crystal Antique
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and rare pair of antique Butterfly and Bee Insect Brooch Pins. These extraordinary
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Rock Crystal, Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Silver
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H 0.64 in W 1 in
0.26ctw Diamond Butterfly Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Insect Bug Jewelry Pin
Located in McLeansville, NC
Clarity - F - H
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 3.8 Grams
Stamps: 14k
Closure: Bar Pin, Spinner Clasp
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20th Century Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.77 in W 1.3 in
SWAROVSKI Crystal Bumble Bee Insect Bug Brooch Pin Never Worn 1980s
By Swarovski
Located in Wallkill, NY
Petite Swarovski Crystal Bee. Earlier piece Hallmarked S.A.L. This measures approx. 31.27 mm or 1.23 in. wide x 25.21 mm or .99 in. Top to bottom. This is out of a massive collectio...
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1980s American Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Gilt Metal
French Art Nouveau Bee Pin Brooch Clip 18k Gold Insect Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A French Art Nouveau Bee pin brooch clip made in 18 karat gold and featuring colored gemstones and
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1930s French Art Nouveau Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.63 in W 2.25 in
Bumble Bee Brooch Pin Diamond Wings Vintage 18k Gold Estate Insect Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond bumble bee brooch, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 0.50 carats 9estimated at H-I color and VS1-2 c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade Fly Insect Leaf Brooch Pin Lapis Lazuli Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning Jade, Lapis Lazuli and Pearl Fly Bug Insect on a Leaf Brooch Pin in
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20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Jade, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
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H 1.5 in W 3 in
Large Vintage 14k TT Gold 3.0ctw Round Diamond Covered Fly Bee Insect Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
white gold. It features a large and nicely detailed fly/bee insect design that is drenched with fine
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1960s Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.2 in W 1.25 in
Art Nouveau Fly Insect Bug Leaf Plique-a-jour Enamel Brooch Pin Silver 1900
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL AND RARE INSECT FLY BUG MOTIF PLIQUE-A-JOUR ENAMEL ART NOUVEAU BROOCH PIN IN
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Insect Pins
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Enamel, Silver
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H 1.25 in W 1.5 in
Vintage 1990s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.43 carat ruby and 0.04 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold 'insect' brooch
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1990s Unknown Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 12.39 Carat Amethyst Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Insect Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 12.39 carat amethyst, pearl and 0.06 carat ruby, 14 karat yellow gold 'insect
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1960s Unknown Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.39 in W 0.78 in L 1.32 in
Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Enamel Insect Bug Fly Brooch Art Nouveau Gold
Located in New York, NY
, Sapphire and Pearl Fly Bug Insect Brooch Pin in 10 Karat Gold. The magnificent insect brooch has a central
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel
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H 1.25 in W 1.25 in
2.13 Carat Total Pave Diamond and Ruby Insect Bee Brooch 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stunningly detailed insect brooch filled with glittering diamonds and a single natural ruby. Unique
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 1.29 in L 1.02 in
18 Karat Gold Sapphire Butterfly Pin Pendant
Located in METAIRIE, LA
middle VS2)
Doubling as a Pin OR a Slide Pendant .. Insect Jewelry became popular in the Victorian Era
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1980s Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Jade Cabochon Fly Pin with Seed Pearls Gorgeous!
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Fly Pin
Features Jadeite Cabochon with Seed Pearl Accents
Total Length of Pin = 49 mm
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century 18 Karat Gold Diamond Ruby Blue Plique A Jour Enamel Bee Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Mid Century bee shape pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1950.
The piece features
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel
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W 2.37 in L 2.96 in
Herbert Rosenthal Vintage Diamond and Ruby Bee Brooch pinThis charming Vintage 1
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
This charming Vintage 1970s bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal is set with some large genuine round
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1960s American Retro Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
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W 24 in L 21 in
Herbert Rosenthal 1960 Bee Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold 2.34 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
Large bee pin-brooch designed by Herbert Rosenthal.
Herbert Rosenthal's fame in the jewelry world
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.06 in D 0.83 in L 1.3 in
Vintage Plique-a-jour, Sapphire and Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Bug Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antennae.
The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp.
This stunning insect brooch has
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.64 in W 1.05 in L 1.97 in
A beautiful gilt and clear paste 'grasshopper' brooch, Nettie Rosenstein, 1960s.
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
American fashion designer , Nettie Rosenstein. Of outstanding quality, this brooch depicts this insect
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1960s American Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Gilt Metal
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H 0.5 in W 1 in D 0.5 in L 2 in
English 18k Gold Chirping Chick Brooch, Garrard & Company, 1970s
By E. Wolfe & Company
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Company,
Stamped Garrard 750, London.
This bird pin was created for Garrard by London jeweler E Wolfe
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1970s British Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Baroque Pearl Sapphires Rubies Yellow Gold Butterfly Articulated Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 14 karat yellow gold, shell hallmark.
Important brooch in the shape of an insect, the
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1950s French Retro Vintage Insect Pins
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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, ...
Mother of Pearl, Onyx, & Ruby Bumblebee Brooch/Pendant 14k Gold Cabochon .10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Total Carats: .10ctw
Style: Convertible Brooch/Pendant
Closure Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Clasp
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage Spanish Plique-a-Jour and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
from the thorax.
The butterfly's abdomen and head have a textured finish, replicating the insect
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1970s Spanish Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 2.5 in L 1.54 in
1938 ElsaSchiaparelli CouturePagan DeposeFrance FeatherCrystalGold Bird Brooch
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
jewelry, buttons and accessories mostly depicting insects, flowers, leaves, wild animals, sea creatures
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1930s French Artisan Vintage Insect Pins
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Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
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W 1 in L 2.5 in
Superb Diamond-Set Frog Brooch, by E. Wolfe & Co. Retailed by Asprey's
By E. Wolfe & Company
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
novelty insects, animals and fish etc.
The brooch has been modelled in the form of a frog, in an
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1970s Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
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W 0.79 in D 0.79 in L 0.99 in
Superb Diamond-Set Frog Brooch, by E. Wolfe & Co. Retailed by Asprey's
Located in London, GB
set novelty insects, animals and fish etc.
The brooch has been modelled in the form of a frog, in an
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1960s European Vintage Insect Pins
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Gold
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H 0.99 in W 0.99 in D 0.99 in
Vintage CAMEL BROOCH by REJA NY 1940s, rhinestones, vermeil sterling silver
By Staret
Located in Stuttgart, DE
exceptional design and craftmanship. Although best know for its dramatic figural pin, human, animal, fish
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1930s American Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
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H 1.97 in W 1.19 in D 0.4 in
Carved wood and engraved brass 'moth' brooch, France, 1950s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
and ears are all one piece and engraved, the wood body, carved and polished.
It has a secure pin and
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1950s French Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Brass
Vintage Owl Brooch by RÉJA vermeil sterling silve, large rhinestne 1940 USA,
By Staret
Located in Stuttgart, DE
craftmanship. Although best know for its dramatic figural pin, human, animal, fish, bird and insect designs
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1930s American Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Agate, Crystal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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H 2.17 in W 1.58 in D 0.48 in
Vintage Peacock brooch by REJA sterling silver, large rhinestone, 1940 USA
By Reja
Located in Stuttgart, DE
best know for its dramatic figural pin, human, animal, fish, bird and insect designs
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1940s American Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
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H 1.78 in W 2.49 in D 0.48 in
Vintage FROG brooch by Réja NY vermeil sterling silver, large aqua rhinestone
By Reja
Located in Stuttgart, DE
. Although best know for its dramatic figural pin, human, animal, fish, bird and insect designs:W 5,5 cm, H
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1930s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Insect Pins
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Crystal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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H 1.19 in W 2.37 in
Vintage 2.75ct Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Onyx Yellow Gold Scarab Beetle Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
secures to the reverse with a hinged double pin and clasps.
The brooch is hallmarked to the reverse of
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1950s Vintage Insect Pins
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Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
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H 0.57 in W 2.44 in L 2.4 in
Vintage DRAGON brooch by Rèja NY, vermeil sterling silver, rhinestone, 1940s USA
By Reja
Located in Stuttgart, DE
of exceptional design and craftmanship. Although best know for its dramatic figural pin, human
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1930s American Romantic Vintage Insect Pins
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Crystal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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H 1.38 in W 2.37 in D 0.48 in
Vintage Enamel and Yellow Gold Ladybird Brooches, Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ladybird brooches secure to the reverse of each with a hinged pin and catch.
The underside of each brooch
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1980s Unknown Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Massive Sterling Crytsal Butterfly Brooch c 1950s
Located in University City, MO
The huge sterling insect brooch makes a very
dramatic accessory pinned on a jacket or coat
lapel
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1950s Unknown Native American Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Zbierka (Collection/Like Pinned Insects)
By Robert Jancovic
Located in Van Nuys, CA
abstract form with stylized figures, some of which are pierced by needles. The artist, was the youngest artist ever to have been given his own atelier at the Academy of Art in Brati...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Etching
Large Diamond Sapphire Gold Wasp Bee Insect Brooch Pin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Adorable 18k gold wasp bee insect brooch, decorated with blue sapphires and approx. 2 carats in VS2
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20th Century Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Gold Spider Web Brooch 0.78 Carat Zircon and Ruby Gemstone, circa 1950s
Located in Preston, Lancashire
brooch is impressed to the reverse with 9CT and makers mark. It is offered in very good order. The pin
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1950s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Ruby, Zircon, Gold, 10k Gold
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Dm 1.58 in
Vintage THIERRY MUGLER Jeweled Coral Button Orange Jacket Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
stands for Silk, a natural fiber produced by insect larvae.
- Blazer and skirt were pinned on the
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20th Century French Vintage Insect Pins
Brown Agate Brown Chalcedony Gold Insect Pin
Located in Southampton, PA
Brilliantly employing the splendid colors of stunning black agate and gorgeous brown chalcedony to present a realistic depiction of a majestic bug, this exceptional brooch is made of...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Insect Pins
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Agate, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Diamond and Turquoise Flying Insect Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
2 inch length
Features:
Body of insect made of Turquoise gemstone
Wings of insect made of Single
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Platinum
Herbert Rosenthal Diamond Ruby Gold Queen Bee Insect Pin Brooch Clip Large
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cute diamond Queen Bee pin that makes a stylish accent to any outfit. Timeless, fun and wearable
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1980s Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
H 0.63 in W 1.38 in L 1.13 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bug Pin Brooch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Insect Pin Featuring A Florentine Finish. 1.1 Inches Long By 1.5 Inches Wide
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1970s Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Bug Pin Brooch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Insect Pin Featuring A Florentine Finish & Turquoise Body. 1 Inch Long By 1.5
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1970s Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cazzaniga Emerald Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Insect Brooch
By Cazzaniga
Located in Litchfield, CT
tastefully bejeweled, this insect pin rather takes the cake!”
SIZE: 2 3/4 inches long by 2 inches wide
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1960s Italian Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Amazonite, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Gold Insect Beetle Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage mid-century insect brooch / pin is finely modeled in platinum and 18K yellow gold and set
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Garnet
Tiffany & Co 14 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Bee Insect Lapel Pin, Circa 1950
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A charming lapel pin by Tiffany & Co. circa 1950
Its body realistically crafted in 14 karat yellow
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1950s American Retro Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
H 0.44 in W 0.48 in D 0.16 in
Vintage Bumble Bee Brooch Pin Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Insect Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
, travel and money. A charming piece to wear on a lapel or pinned to your clothing (I like to pin on a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bumble Bee Brooch Pin Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Insect Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
, travel and money. A charming piece to wear on a lapel or pinned to your clothing (I like to pin on a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bumble Bee Brooch Pin Opal Garnet Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Insect Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage bumble bee brooch, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Solid natural opal measures 6mm x 5mm (estimated at 0.65 carats). The opal is in excellent condition an...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Garnet, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Enamel Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage beetle bug brooch, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
The bug features movable golden wings.
The head is set with orange enamel. Note: chip to enamel.
The br...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1960s Dutch Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver set 'insect' brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rosenthal Diamond-Set Bee Pin
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, Herbert Rosenthal, 18k, New York. This charming bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal is set
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1970s American Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Herbert Rosenthal Diamond Bee Pin
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, by Herbert Rosenthal, 18k, New York. This charming bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal is set
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1970s American Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Herbert Rosenthal Diamond Bee Pin
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, Herbert Rosenthal, 18k, New York. This charming bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal is set
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1970s American Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.14Ct Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire & Ruby, 18k Yellow Gold Insect Brooch - Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and 18 karat white gold set brooch in the form of a winged insect; part of our vintage jewelry and
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1990s Unknown Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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H 0.22 in W 0.78 in L 0.7 in
1950s Diamond Sapphire Ruby 18 Karat Gold Sterling Silver Insect Brooch Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
1950 Retro Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby Insect Convertible Pin with 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Insect Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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Vintage Insect Pins For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of vintage insect pins for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 20th Century. modern and retro are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage insect pins. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Reja, Butler & Wilson and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 12 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage insect pins and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes pear cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our vintage insect pins for sale are for women, but there are 19 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much are Vintage Insect Pins?
Prices for vintage insect pins start at $62 and top out at $7,514 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,938.
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 Insect Pins
- How do I wear a vintage tie pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
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