Vintage Modernist Brooch
1980s French Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Finnish Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Amethyst, Silver
1950s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
1980s American Artisan Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver
Late 20th Century Finnish Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold
20th Century Danish Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
20th Century Italian Vintage Modernist Brooch
Late 20th Century Finnish Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Pearl, Silver
20th Century Italian Vintage Modernist Brooch
20th Century Italian Vintage Modernist Brooch
Mid-20th Century Swedish Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Vintage Modernist Brooch
Mixed Metal, Other
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Amethyst, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Copper
20th Century German Vintage Modernist Brooch
Gilt Metal
20th Century French Vintage Modernist Brooch
1970s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
20th Century British Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
1960s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Malachite, Sterling Silver
1950s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
1950s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Opal, Yellow Gold
1950s Contemporary Vintage Modernist Brooch
Peridot, Sterling Silver
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Modernist Brooch
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
1950s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Modernist Brooch
Gold
20th Century German Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Moonstone, 14k Gold
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver
20th Century Unknown Vintage Modernist Brooch
1960s French Modern Vintage Modernist Brooch
20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Turquoise, Silver
Late 20th Century Japanese Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Topaz, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Jade, Moonstone, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Gold
20th Century Mexican Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Onyx, Sterling Silver
1970s British Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Modernist Brooch
1970s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1940s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Sterling Silver
1950s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
1960s Norwegian Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s German Vintage Modernist Brooch
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Mexican Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
1960s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver
1930s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver
1950s French Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver Plate, Steel
1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
1970s American Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century European Modernist Vintage Modernist Brooch
Silver
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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.