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Creator: Unknown
Vintage gold maltese cross large designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 40
❤️❤️ VINTAGE D...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Filigree Carved Shell Cameo 14K White Gold Brooch Pendant with Diamond
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Union of Artistry and Elegance
Indulge in the romantic allure of this Antique 14K White Gold Cameo, showcasing a meticulously hand-carved shell cameo portrait adorned with...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,176 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Dieppe Carved Ivory Wheatsheaf Brooch, Circa 1840-1850
Located in Chesterland, OH
An utterly distinctive and truly captivating vintage treasure! Our Victorian Ivory Wheatsheaf Brooch is a gorgeous accessory that showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of the Victori...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Antique 18ct Gold Dog Brooch 1970’s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold & Enamel Dog Brooch
18ct Gold tagged & tested
Circa 1970’s
Cute, vintage dog with a rub over set, diamond encrusted tail & gorgeous, natural ruby eye. He also boasts ...
Category
1970s Contemporary Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond Tiara
Located in Narberth, PA
A highly unique tiara from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k white gold and sterling silver, this headpiece is encrusted with 2.5ctw of old mine cut diamonds. The stones va...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Parrot Brooch 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 47.05 carats, Ruby 8.88 carats, Blue Sapphire 9.11 carats, Tsavorite 7.80 carats, Diamond 3.60 carats and Onyx Parrot Brooch set in 18K White Gold ...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White ...
Silver Tone Pavé Panther Brooch with a Grey Faux Pearl and Green Eyes
Located in London, GB
Fabulous silver tone pavé panther brooch with green faceted eyes, sitting on a grey faux pearl. It has a small hook, perhaps for a chain. The pearl has scratching and some movement.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches
14K Gold Antique Diamonds Chicken Jewelry Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique 14K Yellow Gold figural brooch. The brooch is made in a shape of a chick, encrusted with Diamonds. The brooch is adorned with engraved detailed patterns. Antique and Vintage Gold Jewelry...
Category
20th Century Unknown Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage gold tone rhinestones fleur de lis designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
❤...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Iris Apfel Estate Personal Griffin Dragon Diamond Pendant Necklace Brooch 18K
Located in New York, NY
FROM THE PERSONAL COLLECTION OF STYLE ICON IRIS APFEL, WE HAVE HER MUSEUM QUALITY FRENCH BEAUX ARTS RENAISSANCE REVIVAL 18 KARAT GOLD PENDANT OR BROOCH OF A GRIFFIN OR DRAGON HOLDING...
Category
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold tone rhinestone small brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
❤...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
$92 Sale Price
20% Off
Retro Sterling Aqua Paste Starburst Set
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Retro Sterling Aqua Paste Starburst Set from the 1940's. Dimensional set likely by Reja but unsigned. Heavy quality construction with clip back ...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
$875 / set
Vintage gold enamel butterfly designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 37
❤️❤️...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage JJ bronze gold horse designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed JJ
• gold tone
• vintage designer runway brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 33
❤️❤️ VIN...
Category
20th Century Unknown Brooches
$140 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Gold Tone Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Victorian Gold Tone Pearl Brooch
Beautiful Movement when worn. Could be styled above pocket or at the neckline in the collar. This piece is part of the Oiseau Bleu Heirloom ...
Category
1950s European Early Victorian Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold
$180 Sale Price
20% Off
Artist BertoiaStyle Hammered SterlingSilver SquiggleSpiral UndulatingWire Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Strongly resembling the Harry Bertoia Foundation's archived c.1947 unsigned small brooch (D.JE.27) that is essentially an elegant hammered silver curvilinear three-humped squiggle by...
Category
Early 20th Century American Modern Unknown Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
$3,780 Sale Price
50% Off
French 18K Diamond Maiden Brooch After Maison Menu
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This exceptional French brooch centers on a serene beauty with upswept hair perched above an old pear cut diamond. Symmetrically arranged openwork foliate flow around her, further embellished by a tiny clusters of grapes and a pair of handled urns. The reverse is beautifully detailed as well and contains a partial maker's mark on the pin stem and a French eagles head hallmark on the c-clasp. I believe this brooch was likely made by Maison Menu...
Category
1880s French Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Voctorian brooch with enamel, cameo and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver brooch decorated with black enamel, set with a cameo and rose diamonds up to 0.20 ct - G/H - SI
Detailed description:
The brooch measures 4.6 c...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Purple and Gold Enamel Bumblebee Golden Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Purple and Golden Enamel Bumble Bee Vintage Brooch Pin. Gold tone mounting. Measuring approx. 1.4" h x 1" w . Exquisitely detailed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Unknown Brooches
Materials
Enamel
RETRO Brooch set with ruby and rose cut diamonds 14k pink gold 9.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold brooch set with rubies and rose cut diamonds. 0.03ct – F/G – VS/SI
Detailed description
the size of the brooch is 3.8 cm by 2.3 cm
weight 9.5 grams
set with
- 9 x ...
Category
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Lavender Jade Amethyst Gold Butterfly Brooch Pin Antique Insect
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Lavender Jade and Amethyst Butterfly Insect Moth Brooch Pin in 10 Karat Yellow Gold. The wings of the butterfly are beautiful carved Lavender Jade. The color of ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Unknown Brooches
Materials
Jade, Amethyst, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Crescent Moon Brooch with 4.5ct Old Cut Diamonds, circa 1900's
Located in Firenze, IT
Old brilliant- and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, French import marks for 18 carat gold and silver, cushion-shaped diamonds approx. 4.50cts total,
Measurements 2.90 x...
Category
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Vintage CAROLEE signed gold tone rhinestone nautical designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed CAROLEE
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku ...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Natural Seed Pearl & Diamond Gun Pistol Brooh
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gun Brooch
18ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1910s
Behold this striking 18ct gold Edwardian-era pistol brooch, a unique and elegant piece adorned with natural seed pearls and a singl...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Unknown Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Revival French Art Deco Necklaces from the 1920's. Old stock unworn pieces from a French factory. Many designs available in gilt or s...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
$595 / item
Vintage ITALIAN gold tone colorful micro mosaic designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with porcelain
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 45
❤️❤️...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady, late 19th early 20th century
Located in Chesterland, OH
Victorian Cameo Brooch. Fabulous carved Victorian brooch made around the late 19th early 20th century. It depicts a beautiful portrait of a young lady. The execution of the shell is ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Dragonfly with Faux Sapphire Wings Statement Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Artful and Elegant Large Statement Dragonfly Brooch. Hand set Faux Blue Sapphire Wings, accented by Sparkling Crystals. Silver tone mounting. Excellent condition. A...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Unknown Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Sapphire
Antique Edwardian 1910s Mesh Platinum Bow Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Single cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.90 carat.
Circa 1910s
3/4 x 2 inches
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage gold rhinestone emerald eyes cat designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 43
❤...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian 14 Karat Gold 0.02 Carat Ruby 0.25 Carat Diamond Snake Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautiful Victorian snake pin brooch crafted in 14K gold and 950 platinum. Circa 1880.
The piece features:
- blue paste
- 2 rubies, round cut, TW 0.02ct, R 2/2, SI
- 36 di...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed.
Upon pond...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
5.6 Carat Lizard Diamond and Multi-Gem Pin 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Lizard Pin, a captivating and meticulously crafted piece that embodies the perfect blend of elegance and whimsy. This charming lizard pin is adorned with st...
Category
1960s Retro Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
$7,744 Sale Price
20% Off
CZECHO SLOVAKIA signed gold enamel emerald rhinestone butterfly designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed CZECHO SLOVAKIA
• gold tone with rhinestones and enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal ...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Swag Double Dress Clip 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage swag double dress clip from the 1940s. Wear as a brooch or as a pair of dress clips. An effortlessly stylish work of Art Deco craftmanship.
During the 1920s & 30s the Art D...
Category
1940s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Vintage gold tone enamel rhinestones geometric designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones and enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Cartier Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Arrow Jabot Pin
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous and rare Art Deco sapphire and diamond arrow jabot pin from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. The flights and tip are set with calibre-cut...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K English Dragon Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18K English Dragon Signet Ring from the 1940's. Tapered band is decorated with repousse patterns with a central dragons head. Beautiful quality....
Category
1970s British Art Deco Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Lunch At The Ritz Costume Jewelry Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Lunch at The Ritz costume jewelry pin brooch. The brooch showcases a design featuring swirling gold tone metal and autumnal hues. A rich blend of reds, greens, and golds, r...
Category
20th Century North American Unknown Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
1.08 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.88 Carat Diamond Flower Pin in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 1.08 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.88 Carat Diamond Flower Pin, a finely crafted piece that combines the timeless elegance of blue sapphires with the brilliance...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$4,704 Sale Price
20% Off
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 elegance to your attire. This delightful bug pin features a vibrant green body and...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$7,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Star Pin Brooch 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Behold the timeless beauty of our Antique Sea Star Brooch, a miniature marvel meticulously crafted in lustrous 14K yellow gold.
This exquisite piece captures the essence of the sea...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
5.00 Carat Natural Pearl and Old European Diamond Tie Pin 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Natural Pearl and Old European Cut Diamond Tie Pin, a distinguished accessory that seamlessly blends vintage charm with contemporary elegance. This exquisite piece fe...
Category
1890s Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
$29,120 Sale Price
20% Off
1930s Art Deco Costume Jewelry Rhinestone Italian Brooch
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Exquisite 1930s Art Deco Italian Rhinestone Brooch
Step back in time to the glamorous era of the 1930s with this stunning Art Deco costume jewelry brooch, a testament to sophisticate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Unknown Brooches
Vintage ballerina silver rhinestones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• silver tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 3...
Category
1970s Vintage Unknown Brooches
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
18K Gold Antique Pearl Baby Chicken Jewelry Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique 18K Yellow Gold figural brooch. The brooch is made in a shape of a chicK holding a pearl. The brooch is adorned with engraved detailed patterns. Antique and Vintage Gold Jewelry...
Category
20th Century Unknown Unknown Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
French Victorian Style Multi-Gem and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch for Him in Silver
Located in New York, NY
French Victorian Style Multi-Gem and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch for Him in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and dragonfly, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$303 Sale Price / item
55% Off
Art Deco Vintage Style Victorian Brooch Pin Opal Ruby & Diamond Silver Frog Pin
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Victorian Brooch Vintage Pin Opal Ruby & Diamond Silver Frog Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and frog, designed to make a bold statement. Crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$195 Sale Price / item
55% Off
Vintage European gold tone glass designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with glass stones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 46
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Antique Victorian Peridot & Pearl Twin Heart Arrow Brooch 9K Gold - c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Victorian twin heart peridot brooch made c.1900.
The brooch most wonderfully made in 9ct gold in the form of an arrow piercing two ...
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Diamond Flower Brooch French Made Pave Set 18k Yellow Gold ~5.48ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Diamond Flower Brooch French Made Pave Set 18k Yellow Gold ~5.48ctw
This 18k yellow gold brooch showcases a finely detailed floral motif, featuring a cluster of round white ...
Category
1970s Contemporary Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RICHELIEU signed vintage gold rhinestone pearl tiny mouse designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed RICHELIEU
• gold tone with rhinestone and faux pearl
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs o...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Style Opal Diamond Pink Ruby Large Turtle Brooch Pin 8.1ctw in Silver
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Style Opal Diamond Pink Ruby Large Turtle Brooch Pin 8.1ctw in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and turtle , designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$180 Sale Price / item
55% Off
Antique 14K Palladium Gold Sapphire Diamonds Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A large antique 14K Palladium Gold brooch. The brooch is made in floral design representing a bouquet with flowers. The brooch is encrusted with Diamonds and Sapphire stones. Marked ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Palladium
Antique Griffin Pin of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Griffin Brooch in 14k Gold with Gem Accents (c. 1910)
A powerful symbol of protection and strength, this antique griffin brooch from circa 1910 is an exceptional example of ...
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Mauboussin - Book of Jewels (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
A beautifully photographed hard back book which is now out of print and is the most important monograph on the house of Mauboussin. The book covers six ge...
Category
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Victorian Enamel Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lifelike enamel floral brooches were extremely popular throughout the 19th Century. Made mostly in Newark, NJ during the last quarter of the 19th Century, these hand enamelled flower...
Category
Late 19th Century American Edwardian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch, late 1800s
Located in Chesterland, OH
This fabulous carved Victorian brooch was made around the late 1800s. It depicts a beautiful portrait in the form of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures. The execution of the shell is...
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Unknown Brooches
Materials
Silver
Vintage silver tone rhinestones designer brooch pendant
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• silver tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch / pendant
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
Category
1980s Vintage Unknown Brooches
Vintage Chinese Export Gilt Silver & Jade Figural Butterfly Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage vermeil and jade brooch.
In gilt silver.
In the form of a butterfly with the wings comprising carved jade cabochons and openwork filigree.
With a pin and safety cat...
Category
20th Century Chinese Retro Unknown Brooches
Materials
Jade, Silver
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