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Vintage Scottish Brooch

9KT Yellow Gold Scottish Brooch with Zircon Stone
Located in Braintree, GB
9KT Yellow Gold Scottish Brooch With Zircon Stone Maker: WBS Made in Scotland, 1965 Fully
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Late 20th Century Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Zircon, Yellow Gold

Scottish Brooch Thistle & Citrine Thomas Kerr Ebbutt
Located in Southbury, CT
This midcentury (circa 1970) Scottish brooch features a thistle motif with two shaggy leaves
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Artisan Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Antique Scottish Sterling Silver, Citrine, and Mixed Hardstone Penannular Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Scottish Brooch or Pin. A so-called Penannular brooch traditionally used as a
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20th Century Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver, Silver

Joseff of Hollywood Scottish Thistle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Joseff of Hollywood Scottish Thistle Brooch In Great condition Ready to Wear Size is
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20th Century Vintage Scottish Brooch

Vintage Scottish Silver Hallmarked Luckenbooth Brooch 1968
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Scottish Luckenbooth Brooch. Crafted in hallmarked Scottish Sterling Silver. Luckenbooth
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1960s Vintage Scottish Brooch

Scottish Victorian Silver Banded Agates and Bloodstone Rose Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A beautiful quality late Victorian period brooch. Oval shaped example in sterling silver. Designed
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20th Century British Victorian Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Agate, Silver

5.89 Carat Cabochon Cut Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 5.89 carat opal, 0.28 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold bar brooch; part
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1980s Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 5.89 Carat Cabochon Cut Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
5.89 Carat Cabochon Cut Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
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H 0.21 in W 0.49 in L 2.12 in
Chanel Emerald Cabochon Kilt Pin Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
the Scottish Highlands) into one large signature brooch. This large gilt bronze brooch is made by
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1950s French Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Gilt Metal, Brass, Bronze

Vintage Chanel Emerald Cabochon Kilt Pin Brooch
Chanel Emerald Cabochon Kilt Pin Brooch
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W 1.25 in L 4 in
Antique Diamond and Ruby 9k White Gold Argyll and Sutherland Highlander Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sutherland Highlanders brooch; part of our diverse sweetheart brooch collection. This fine and impressive
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1930s Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Antique Collectible 18 Karat Gold Enamel Cartier Historical Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
the English Rose, the Scottish Thistle, Ireland's Shamrock and the Welsh Daffodil to signify the
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1930s French George V Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold

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By Wordley, Allsopp and Bliss
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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1930s Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Located in New York, NY
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Seashell Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Seashell Earrings Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 12.0 grams Measurement: 17mm long x 17mm wide Hallmark: TIFFANY&Co. 750 Condition: Excellent condition, like ...
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2010s American Vintage Scottish Brooch

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18k Gold

Miracle Britain Silver Tone Link Bracelet with Faux Agate, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
Miracle Britain silver tone link bracelet, featuring glass faux agate inlay, and azure blue and pale grey glass cabochons. Each circle has a centre dome decorated with a swirl design...
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1960s Vintage Scottish Brooch

Chanel Classic 2 Silver CC White Bead Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic 2 Silver CC White Bead Pearl Necklace *Marked 10 *Made in France *Comes with the original box -It is approximately 34″ long. -Wear it as long necklace or wrap it dou...
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2010s French Artisan Vintage Scottish Brooch

Chanel Classic 2 Silver CC White Bead Pearl Necklace
Chanel Classic 2 Silver CC White Bead Pearl Necklace
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Chanel Vintage Iconic Gripoix Cross Pendant Stamped, 1970
By Chanel
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Vintage 1970es CHANEL Gripoix Iconic Cross Pendant. The items is truly massive with Chanel Cross Red and Green Gripoix Glass cabochons. The chain is really long and has a Chanel sign...
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1970s Vintage Scottish Brooch

Vintage Diamond Horse with Jockey Brooch, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Beautifully made, this brooch of a horse and jockey mid-jump is studded with round brilliant diamonds. They make up the horse and have a combined weight of 2.10 carat. Estimated to b...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent tiara fit for a queen, impressively crafted with over 40 carats of high quality brilliant-cut round diamonds mounted in platinum.
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1950s American Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage gold tiger designer runway brooch pendant
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • 3.75" by 1.75" CONDITION • fair vintage condition with visible signs of wear (fading) sku 1...
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20th Century Vintage Scottish Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Knot Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Cufflinks. Stamped Tiffany and CO.
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1980s American Modern Vintage Scottish Brooch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Knot Cufflinks
Tiffany & Co. Knot Cufflinks
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Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Brooch or Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous victorian brooch holds a rose cut diamond at the centre and is modelled in 18carat gold. The back of the locket has a pane of glass which created a locket. There is a p...
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1880s British Victorian Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Gold

Stunning Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Fringe Tiara Convertible to Necklace Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique diamond tiara convertible to a necklace, c.1880s, the tiara designed as a relatively short compact fringe which almost gives the impression of a bandeau style tiar...
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Late 19th Century Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Vintage Cartier Ring Band 18k Gold Estate Jewelry French
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic Cartier vintage ring band made of 18k gold, diamond and lapis lazuli. The band has a dome looking shape. It is divided in two contrast halves by the gold line in the middl...
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1970s French Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hattie Carnegie Poseidon brooch
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in New York, NY
Vintage super rare Hattie Carnegie “Poseidon” brooch The brooch is made of metal, partially covered with enamel, with inserts in turquoise and coral colors Can be used as a brooch ...
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Scottish Brooch

Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Animal Safari Tiger Themed Brooch/ Pendant
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Animal Safari Tiger Themed Brooch/ Pendant in good condition can us light cleaning, this is a large brooch please see photos for best condition details D...
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1980s Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Other, 24k Gold, Brass

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Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Agate Anchor Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a vintage Victorian Scottish brooch from the late 1800s. It has an anchor with agate
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Late 20th Century Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Antique Scottish Thistle Sterling Silver Brooch Pin C1917
Located in Montreal, QC
Impressive Scottish Sterling Silver Thistle Pin centered by a multifaceted glass amethyst stone
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20th Century Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sterling Silver

Black Enamel Scottish Terrier Dog Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable Glossy Jet Black enamel Scottie Terrier with a red enamel heart and sporting a ruby enamel neck tie and holly; gold tone; roll over clasp; signed to the reverse. Approx. 2cm...
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1980s Modernist Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Gold Plate

Retro Enamel Scottish Terrier 14 Karat Gold Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two sweet Scottie dogs With highly detailed textured gold fur Both accented with black enamel collars Stamped 14K Measuring: 1 1/8 x 1/2 Inch Total Weight: 2.7 Gram...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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14k Gold

15 Karat Yellow Gold Scottish Highland Terrier Dog Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
15 Karat Yellow Gold Scottish Highland Terrier Dog Brooch/Pin- This beautifully detailed 3D brooch
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20th Century Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Yellow Gold

Scottish or Sealyham Terrier Dog with Polka Dot Bow Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Scottish or Sealyham Terrier Dog with Polka, crafted in Bakelite Celluloid, full of
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Late 20th Century Vintage Scottish Brooch

Vintage Sapphire Eyed Scottish Terrier Dog Brooch Set in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Scottish terrier dog pin brooch set in 14k yellow gold. The brooch depicts a standing
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Scottish Silver Thistle Theme Brooch Applied with 9ct Pink Gold, Dated 1957
Located in London, GB
Scottish Silver Thistle Theme Brooch Applied with 9ct Pink Gold, Dated 1957. All hand engraved with
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1950s British Late Victorian Vintage Scottish Brooch

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9k Gold, Silver

Scottish Silver Thistle Theme Brooch Applied with 9ct Pink Gold, Dated 1957
Scottish Silver Thistle Theme Brooch Applied with 9ct Pink Gold, Dated 1957
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Retro Scottish Terrier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch, circa 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sweet Scottie dog With highly detailed textured gold fur Accented with a rich ruby eye Stamped 14K with serial number Measuring: 1 1/2 Inch Circa 1940 Total Weigh...
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1940s Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Walrus Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 carat yellow gold. This brooch features an ‘animal’ theme; a walrus with small
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1950s French Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Gold Doggie Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Cute yellow gold brooch marked "750" on the back. Looks like a Scottish Terrier with emerald eyes
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1960s Unknown Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1950s Walrus 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold. This brooch features an ‘animal’ theme; a walrus with small red
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1950s French Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Lion Head Safety Pin Brooch, Maison Goossens
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel synthesizes her favorite "Go To" motifs into one brooch. The lion (her Astrological
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1950s French Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Bronze, Gilt Metal

Enamel Scottie Dog Terrier Sterling Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable Scottish terrier in Sterling Silver, sporting a Beautiful green enamel coat; measures
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1980s Modernist Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sterling Silver

1960s Yellow Gold and Green Enamel Scots Guard Brooch
By Cropp & Farr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage Scots Guard Brooch in 9 karat yellow gold and enamel; part of our
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1960s English Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Enamel, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Yellow Gold and Green Enamel Scots Guard Brooch
By Cropp & Farr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage Scots Guard Brooch in 9 karat yellow gold and enamel; part of our
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1960s English Vintage Scottish Brooch

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1960s Yellow Gold and Green Enamel Scots Guard Brooch
By Cropp & Farr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage Scots Guard Brooch in 9 karat yellow gold and enamel; part of our
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1960s Vintage Scottish Brooch

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Terrier Dog Bar Brooch
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A delightful 9 karat yellow gold solid bar brooch with a textured Scottish Terrier dog in lovely
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Scottish Brooch

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and Sutherland Highlanders brooch; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections
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1970s British Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Scottish Brooch Set In 10ct-14ct Gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous vintage Scottish brooch is the perfect accessory to add a touch of elegance to your
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20th Century Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Citrine, Gold

Vintage Scottish Sterling Silver & Citrine Gemstone Penannular Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Scottish Brooch or Pin. A so-called Penannular brooch traditionally used as a
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1960s Scottish Medieval Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Scottish Cairngorm Citrine Brooch
Located in Southbury, CT
quartz that has been the focal point of Scottish jewelry for centuries. This circa 1945 brooch of 15K
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1940s Scottish Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Citrine, 15k Gold

Vintage Scottish Silver Celtic Knot Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage heavy sterling silver celtic knot brooch. It is a circular shaped brooch
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Scottish Silver Celtic Knot Brooch
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Vintage Scottish Agate and Silver Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The agate in this brooch is so beautiful and has so many colours running through it with detailed
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1960s Scottish Modern Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Agate, Silver

1960s Scottish Sterling Sliver Round Viking Ship Brooch
Located in London, GB
Scottish sterling silver round brooch, featuring a viking ship design. Measuring diameter 2.8cm
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1960s Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sterling Silver

Large Mounted Scottish Agate Sterling Silver Kilt Pin/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large, sterling silver-mounted, Scottish agate kilt pin/brooch with central Cairngorm. Edinburgh
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1960s Scottish Victorian Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Scottish Agate, Silver and Smoky Quartz Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage Scottish sterling silver, agate and smoky quartz brooch. Modelled on the
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Revival Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Agate, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Gold Wash Vermeil Scottish Terrier Dogs Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Vermeil, Gold Plate on Sterling Silver Scottish Terrier Dogs Brooch, measuring 1 1/2 X
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1960s American Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Ruby, Vermeil

Danecraft Sterling Silver Scottish Thistle Flower Pin/Brooch
By Danecraft
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Danecraft sterling silver Scottish thistle flower pin/brooch. Marking: DANECRAFT R STERLING
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20th Century Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sterling Silver

1946 Jewelart Sterling Silver Scottish Dancer Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
1946 Retro Collectible Scottish Highlander Dancer Pin - Sterling Silver Features: Exquisitely
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sterling Silver

Danecraft Sterling Silver Large Scottish Thistle Circle Pin / Brooch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Danecraft sterling silver large Scottish thistle circle pin/brooch. Marked: DANECRAFT REG. U.S
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20th Century Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Sterling Silver

Chanel Lion Head Safety Pin Brooch, Maison Goossens
Located in New York, NY
Coco Chanel synthesizes her favorite "Go To" motifs into one brooch. The lion (her Astrological
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1950s French Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Gilt Metal

Art Deco 1930s Terrier Dog Brooch in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Cairn Terrier, one of the oldest terrier breeds and originating from the Scottish highlands. His coat
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Scottish Brooch

Materials

9k Gold

Henderson & Horner Bros. Celtic Sterling Silver Pennanular Brooch
By Henderson & Horner Bros
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Celtic sterling silver penannular brooch made by Henderson & Horner Bros. of Glasgow, Scotland.
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20th Century Scottish Vintage Scottish Brooch

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chanel Lion Head Safety Pin Brooch, Maison Goossens
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Coco Chanel synthesizes her favorite "Go To" motifs into one brooch. The lion (her Astrological
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1950s French Byzantine Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze

Chanel Lion Head Safety Pin Brooch, Maison Goossens
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel synthesizes her favorite "Go To" motifs into one brooch. The lion (her Astrological
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1950s French Vintage Scottish Brooch

Materials

Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze

Scottish Silver Celtic Brooch Citrine Centre
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous Vintage Sterling Silver Scottish brooch is exquisite, set with beautiful workmanship
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1930s British Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Vintage Agate Butterfly Silver Brooch
Located in Chesterland, OH
This beautiful vintage brooch is made from high-quality natural Scottish agate and sterling silver
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Ribbon and Cross Brooch/Pendant 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a fabulous 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche brooch/pendant. It has a very Scottish feel
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1980s French Vintage Scottish Brooch

Princess Margaret's Diamond & Emerald Heather Brooch
Located in Bedford, GB
wears is news.’ This diamond and emerald heather brooch features a spray of brilliant-cut diamonds
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1940s Scottish Renaissance Revival Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Emerald, Diamond

Scottish Natural River Pearl Brooch Pendant
Located in Glasgow, Glasgow
A brooch in the form of a spray set with Scottish natural river pearls. The brooch is set with 14
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20th Century Scottish Modern Vintage Scottish Brooch

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Natural Pearl, Platinum

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Vintage Scottish Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage scottish brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, gilt metal and yellow gold. Finding the perfect vintage scottish brooch 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. Finding an appealing vintage scottish brooch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vintage scottish brooch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage scottish brooch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Vintage Scottish Brooch?

The price for a vintage scottish brooch starts at $285 and tops out at $11,600 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,239.

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 Scottish Brooch
  • 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.