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Brooches For Sale
Panthère de Cartier! Diamond and Emerald Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Panthère de Cartier! diamond and emerald brooch in 18k yellow gold. The brooch features panthere motif,
encrusted with 170 round brilliant cut diamonds with total
weight of approxim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Brooches
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Emerald Turtle Brooch, 63.64 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary turtle pin by Van Cleef & Arpels showcases the house’s signature blend of whimsical design and expert craftsmanship. At its center is a striking oval cabochon emer...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Chanel 19A Egypt Green Crocodile Print Gold Brooch Paris-New York 67235
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67235
There is something iconic about the crocodile print golden CC collection from this 19A season - and collectors always keep coming back to these pieces for something...
Category
2010s Brooches
A lovely little fox brooch hand crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with carved
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A lovely little fox brooch hand crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with carved carnelian and gray agate and finished with .06cttw diamonds for the eyes. There is a designer stamp on...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960’s Diamond Tourmaline Chrysoprase Ruby Parrot Bird Brooch Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A colorful and whimsical brooch c. The 1960’s done in 18K yellow gold and set with carved tourmaline and chrysoprase for the feathers, carnelian for the beaks and cabochon rubies for...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique ART DECO 18K Old European Cut Diamond Carved Carnelian Floral Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An original Art Deco era brooch done in 18K white gold and centered by an original piece of carved carnelian flanked and centered by old European cut diamond. Total approximate diamo...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
DE VECCHI Vintage 18K Diamond Carved Crystal Coral Tulip Flower Vase Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A lovely brooch by Italian maker De Vecchi. It has been masterfully crafted in 18K yellow and white gold and adorned with carved rock crystal, cabochon natural coral, black enamel an...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Preowned CARTIER 18k yellow gold Double-C Motif Fur Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Preowned CARTIER 18K yellow gold double-C motif 2-pin fur clip brooch classic & timeless piece from 1980s
Approximate Gross Weight:
20.60 grams
Approximate Measurement:
1.5" x 1"
...
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Mahie Vintage Pendant 1970
By Jean Mahie
Located in PARIS, FR
18k Gold
Circa 1970
Dimension: 6.5 x 6 cm
Weight: 41.17 grams
Category
1970s French Vintage Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Art Déco Platinum Diamond Ruby Bird Brooch
Located in Zurich, CH
Adorable Art Déco platinum, diamond and ruby bird brooch.
Hand crafted in platinum, this whimsical brooch is designed as a little egret, the body entirely set with rose-cut diamonds...
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Rare Thierry Mugler FW1986 Les Milteuses ETOILE Brooch Silver Star
Located in Berlin, BE
Radiating with celestial allure, this rare Thierry Mugler star brooch from the 1986 Fall/Winter collection "Les Milteuses" encapsulates the visionary grandeur synonymous with Mugler’...
Category
1980s European Vintage Brooches
Antique Bee Brooch with Gemstones
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely antique insect brooch featuring some of our favorite stones. The large wings have lovely diamonds set into them. The opal abdomen has a dreamy opal with various green hues i...
Category
Early 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Platinum Fire Opal Brooch with Diamond Surrounds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of the most gorgeous pieces of jewelry I've seen in quite some time. A fiery and amazing brooch crafted in platinum with the most amazing calibrated fire opals we've seen. Adding...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum
Rare Signed "Hobé" Ming Brooch/Pendant c1940
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in valatie, NY
Rare Signed "Hobé" Ming Brooch/Pendant. Set in floral shaped sterling silver with pink and yellow rhinestones and a faux cinnabar carved figure of a China...
Category
1940s American Vintage Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Pair of Vintage Napier Sterling Silver Vermeil Leaf Shaped Fur or Dress Clips
By Napier
Located in valatie, NY
Pair of Vintage Napier Sterling Silver Vermeil Leaf Shaped Fur or Dress Clips Mid 20th c. Both are marked twice "Sterling" and "Napier." Collar clips on a dress create a statement ne...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Signed "Hobé" Sterling Silver Double Heart Brooch, 1940's
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in valatie, NY
Signed "Hobé" Sterling Silver Double Heart Brooch, 1940's. Large floral and leaf carved double heart brooch. The brooch has a locking pin back. It ...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Equestrian Horse Pin With Bit And Bridle
Located in valatie, NY
Vintage Sterling Silver Equestrian Horse Pin with Bit And Bridle. Beautifully modeled life like embossed horse surrounded by a horseshoe and wearing a bridle. With locking pin. Marke...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Women's Etched Profile Brooch w/ Gold Tone Bezel & Gemstone
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Can be used as either a brooch or pendant.
0.925 sterling silver.
Weight: 12.3 grams.
Dimensions: 35 x 30 mm.
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Round Repousse Leaves and Berries Brooch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Gorgeous sterling silver brooch.
Features repousse leaves and berries motif.
Reverse is stamped "925" and "102".
Diameter: 49 mm.
Weight: 14.9 grams.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Coral & Jade Cherries Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 18k, Switzerland. This charming twenties brooch features coral cherries with carved jade leaves and a handmade 18K gold branch. The look is vintage chic at its antique ...
Category
1920s Swiss Vintage Brooches
Materials
Coral, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond-set Brooch Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, Platinum. This cheerful Art Deco brooch features 2.50 carats of brilliant white diamonds (H-G color, SI1-VS clarity). The perfect size; it goes brilliantly on a suit, co...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Sterling Silver Mexican Brooch Set With a Large Green Cabochon Stone
Located in valatie, NY
Large Vintage Mexican Brooch Bezel Set With a Large Green Cabochon Stone in a Sterling Silver Bezel. Marked "Sterling" and "Made In Mexico."
Trent Antiques has been a respected nam...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Paris Diamond Ruby Turquoise Gold Platinum Vintage Owl Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Be wise as an owl. Wear this Cartier Paris diamond, ruby, turquoise, gold, and platinum mid-century owl brooch, and you will always feel enlightened. Signed Cartier France. Circa ...
Category
1950s French Modernist Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Turquoise Ear Clips and Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Turquoise Clips and Brooch.
Brooch Approximate Length - 1.75"
Ear Clips - 1.05"
Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels NY
Category
1970s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gubelin Platinum Diamond Emerald Sapphire Brooch
By Gubelin
Located in New York, NY
1960s Gubelin platinum brooch. The Swiss jeweler crafted this piece in platinum with high quality diamonds in F color / VS1 clarity, accented with marquise shape sapphire & emeralds
...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 14K Gold Natural Pearl and Emerald Spider Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
A Victorian 14k rose gold rose-cut diamond spider pin, set with a single rectangular shape emerald and natural pearl abdomen. Circa 1860.
The spider's legs are set with 74 rose-cut...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Art Deco Wise Platinum Diamond Carved Sapphire Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Brooch by Wise (Williams Wise & Son)
3 beautifully carved sapphire fruits 58 diamonds (H-I color/VS2 clarity)
finely crafted in Platinum 14K yellow gold bar...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-Century Retro Binder Brothers Moonstone and Amethyst Floral Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This charming mid-century floral brooch by Binder Brothers will add a touch of whimsy to any jewelry collection! At its heart, a dreamy cabochon moonstone shimmers with a mesmerizing...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Moonstone, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Bow Brooch Circa 1920
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond and sapphire bow brooch, crafted in platinum, circa 1920. The bow is designed with stripes of old cut diamonds and calibre cut sapphires all set in platinum. The ...
Category
20th Century American Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany paloma X Pave Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Tiffany & Co. Brooch
This elegant brooch by Tiffany & Co. showcases a sophisticated design featuring intersecting platinum bands. Each band is meticulously set with round, white dia...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Gold CC Fuchsia Blue Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Fuchsia Blue Brooch
*Marked 17
*Made in France
*Comes with the original pouch
-It is approximately 1.5" x 2"
-It is in an excellent condition.
AB4107-0069
Category
2010s French Artisan Brooches
Mario Buccellati Vintage 18K Two-Tone Sapphire Flower Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Delight in the exquisite craftsmanship of the Mario Buccellati Antique Sapphire Flower Brooch, a stunning representation of luxury and handcrafted artistry. This remarkable piece fea...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire
Vintage Buccellati 18K Gold Italian Woven Textured Bow Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Buccellati Italian Woven Textured Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
This piece features a unique woven texture that captures the essence of Italian craftsmanship, making it a timele...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 1.20ct Diamond & Coral Flower Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
Add color to an outfit while still looking chic with this vintage Van Cleef & Arpels flower brooch. It is expertly crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and decorated with a central clust...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14ct Gold, Early Victorian Enamel, Pearl, Diamond Venus & Cupid Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Venus & Cupid Brooch
14ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1860s
Introducing an exquisite early Victorian 14ct gold stamped cherub portrait brooch, featurin...
Category
Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Emerald Sea Conch Shell Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Sea Conch Shell a Luxurious Brooch
Exquisite Tiffany & Co. Sea Conch Shell Brooch, masterfully crafted in 18K gold and adorned with a stunning array of diamon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Vintage Lavender Rhinestone Turtle Brooch
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Lavender Rhinestone Turtle Brooch is a delightful and elegant accessory that combines the gentle charm of the turtle with the radiant beauty of lavender-colored rhinesto...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Turtle Brooch with Crystal
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Turtle Brooch with Crystal is a charming and elegant piece of jewelry that combines the natural beauty of the turtle with the dazzling allure of crystals. Its timeless d...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Rhinestone Statement Brooch
By BSK
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Rhinestone Statement Brooch is a stunning accessory that adds instant glamour and luxury to any outfit. With its sparkling rhinestones, intricate metalwork, and timeless design, this brooch can transform a simple piece of clothing into a standout look. Whether you're attending a formal event, adding flair to casual wear, or seeking a collectible piece of jewelry, the vintage rhinestone brooch is a versatile and iconic accessory that never goes out of style. Its bold presence and sparkling beauty make it a treasured item in any jewelry collection.
Many vintage rhinestone brooches...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Pair of Cartier Art Deco Ruby, Diamond and Platinum Clips, Circa 1937
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A pair of Cartier, Art Deco, ruby and diamond double clips, with a triple row, raised, bombé cluster of faceted, round and cushion shaped rubies, in claw settings, flanked by pavé se...
Category
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Egyptian Scarab Brooch Ruby Sapphire Diamonds Citrine Garnet Gilt Silver
Located in SE
Antique Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt / Fold Filled Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 11 natural Sapphires , 28 natural Diamonds, one Citrine and a...
Category
1930s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver
The Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor by John Culme & Nicholas Rayner (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
In this beautiful book, an enduring record of the most remarkable jewellery sale of our time, each piece of the Windsor collection is fully described not ...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Marchak by Marguerite De Cerval (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Four generations separate us from the founding of the Maison de bijouterie, joaillerie et orfèvrerie Joseph Marchak, in 1878, in kyiv. One hundred and thirty years punctuated by effo...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Vintage 9ct Gold Stamped, London Hallmarked 1990, Aquamarine & Pearl Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold Brooch
9ct Yellow Gold Stamped
Hallmarked London 1990
Makers Mark D W T
Introducing a stunning 9ct yellow gold vintage bar brooch that exudes timeless elegance. This...
Category
Late 20th Century English Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl & Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
15ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1875
This exquisite 15ct gold Victorian brooch features a captivating shell portrait depicting a serene scene with a tree, two doves,...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
1.52 Carat Aquamarine and 2.92 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.52 carat aquamarine and 2.92 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set double clip brooch; part of our antique 1920s jewelry colle...
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
George Lederman 1960's Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Pig Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized pig with finely brushed texture and curling tail
Accented by round cut ruby eyes - transparent medium red
Flush set and weighing approximately 0.06 carat total...
Category
1960s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Despres Paris 'Bojoux-Moteurs' Silver Deco Brooch
By Jean Despres
Located in Sharon, CT
A beautiful 1930's Jean Despres (1880=1980) Deco Silver Brooch inspired by modern industrial forms. Paris assey mark and signed.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Silver
Vintage Rhinestone Turtle Brooch
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Rhinestone Turtle Brooch is a sparkling and charming piece of jewelry that combines the playful nature of a turtle with the elegance of rhinestones. Rhinestone brooches from vintage collections often feature intricate designs and high-quality craftsmanship, making them not only a delightful accessory but also a collectible item.
The brooch is usually adorned with clear rhinestones that are carefully set into the design, providing sparkle and shine. These rhinestones are typically arranged to mimic the texture and shape of the turtle's shell, body, and limbs, adding depth and dimension to the piece. Depending on the design, the rhinestones may be faceted for extra sparkle or clustered to form larger, more dramatic accents.
This vintage rhinestone brooches...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Silver
Vintage Gold Pewter Modernist Horse Brooch
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Gold Pewter Modernist Horse Brooch is a striking and elegant piece of jewelry that combines the bold, artistic style of the Modernist movement with the timeless appeal o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Frog Brooch
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
A Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane Frog Brooch is a charming and playful piece of jewelry that reflects Kenneth Jay Lane's signature style of blending whimsical motifs with luxurious designs. Known for creating bold, eye-catching pieces, Lane often drew inspiration from nature, and his frog-themed jewelry is particularly beloved for its imaginative and vibrant design.
The brooch features a frog design, likely with a dynamic, realistic pose that gives the frog a sense of movement and character. Lane’s frog jewelry...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
Vintage Warner Day & Night Gold Plated Floral Brooch
By Warner
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Warner Day & Night Gold Plated Floral Brooch is a beautiful and versatile piece of jewelry, combining the intricate artistry of floral design with the practicality of da...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Coro Enamel Iris Brooch
By Coro
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Coro Enamel Iris Brooch is a beautifully crafted piece of jewelry that highlights the artistry and elegance of the Coro brand, renowned for its fine costume jewelry in t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Vintage Lea Stein Paris B&W Tortoise Brooch
By Lea Stein
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This Vintage Lea Stein Paris B&W Tortoise Brooch is a standout piece of vintage jewelry, known for its unique design and craftsmanship by Lea Stein, a renowned French jewelry designe...
Category
Late 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches
Rare Boucheron Paris natural conch pearl diamond 18k gold flower brooch
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This rare vintage Boucheron Paris brooch showcases a luminous natural conch pearl surrounded by 13 carats of radiant diamonds, artfully set in 18k yellow gold. A true masterpiece of ...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Herbert Rosenthal 18K Yellow & White Gold Diamond Ruby Bee Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Herbert
Metal Type: 18K White & Yellow Gold
Length: 0.75 inches
Width: 24.50 mm
Weight: 5.97 grams
One 18K white & yellow gold animal diamond and ruby vintage brooch. Th...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Natural Seed Pearl Gun Pistol Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gun Brooch
18ct Yellow Gold Tested
Circa 1910s
Behold this striking 18ct gold Edwardian-era pistol brooch, a unique and elegant piece adorned ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 3.50 carats Diamond 18K Gold VCA Flower Lapel Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
This exquisite vintage flower brooch from the renowned Van Cleef & Arpele is famous for its fine craftsmanship. Craf...
Category
1960s French Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Brooches for Sale: Shop Fabergé Brooches, Chanel Brooches, Cartier Brooches and Other Brooches on 1stDibs
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
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. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
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 for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
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