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Brooches For Sale
Style: Contemporary
Style: Art Nouveau
Vintage Art Nouveau Crystal Flower Pin Pendant in Silver Tone, Clear Crystals
Located in Milford, DE
Size: 1.25" (inches) Discover the elegance of the Art Nouveau era with this stunning vintage pin that doubles as a pendant. This exquisite piece features clear crystals, meticulousl...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Crystal

Lapel pin with green nephrite jade stone gold
Located in Gdynia, PL
Pins are pieces of jewellery traditionally used by men to decorate jacket lapels or ties. In fact, you can style them in many more ways. They look great pinned to a sweater, dress or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Brass

Blue Sapphires 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphires 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch Harps were widely used in the ancient Mediterranean and Middle East, although rare in Greece and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch Harps were widely used in the ancient Mediterranean and Middle East, although rare in Greece and Rome; depictions survive from Egypt a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Mini Violin Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Mini Violin Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artistic Collection, it boasts realistic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, White Gold

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brown Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brown Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artistic Collection, it boasts realisti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold

18K Sapphire Diamond Brooch 20 carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This 18K Sapphire Diamond brooch is unique as it has over 20 carats of Sapphires. These Sapphires are oval cut and of different colors of Sapphires, from...
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Early 2000s North American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Framed Portrait Monochrome Photography American Postcolonial 9k Gold Frame
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Framed Portrait Monochrome Photography American Gilded Age Size: 2.5 inch by 2 inch Weight: 18.3 gram Frame Material: Tested 9K Country of origin: United States Condition: some dama...
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1880s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

Berberian brooch with nephrite
Located in Gdynia, PL
The brooch is that piece of jewellery that never goes out of style. Brooches were worn by our grandmothers, and mothers, we wear them too! In the old times, they were used for fasten...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY CO 18K Gold Platinum topped Old European Cut Diamond Fleur-de-Lis Brooch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
An antique, Edwardian/late Victorian era, Fleur-de-Lis brooch marked Tiffany & Co, set with Old European Cut Diamonds weighing approximately O.75- 1.00 total Carat weight, the larges...
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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Larter & Son Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional pansy flower painted with enamel Opaque white, blue, yellow, and maroon with minimal loss Centering a 3.5 mm round pearl White with subtle iridescence Com...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18K Diamond Wide Leaf Brooch Pin
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An elegantly designed brooch done in 18K yellow gold, prong set with approximately 1.20cttw in G-H color Vs1-2 clarity round prong set diamonds. Dimensions/Weight: Brooch measures...
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fly Diamonds Emerald Rubies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
This fly-shaped brooch is a true masterpiece of jewelry, merging the charm of antiquity with a touch of modern flair. Exquisitely crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this creation combi...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Brooch with Ruby, Sapphire, Opal and diamond 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of 2 snake heads with opal, sapphire, ruby ​​and rose cut diamond. 0.06ct. - G/H - SI detailed description: dimensions of the brooch are 6.0 cm ...
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Le Vian Invisible Set Ruby Diamond Lobster Brooch RETIRED
Located in Winter Springs, FL
If you have ever wanted the rarest piece from Le Vian, well here you are. This is the coveted lobster brooch in the largest size done in 18K yellow gold with perfectly matched invis...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau gilt Berry brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
A charming antique Art Nouveau berry brooch. It is crafted from a rich golden gilt metal and is an ellipse shape with a scrolling leaf design, to the base of the brooch there are tw...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Transformable Brooch with Buttercup Flowers - 18k Gold, Yellow Sapphires
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Morphee jewelry embraces the time-honored art of casting sculptures, each jewel in this collection is a testament to exceptional skill and attention to detail. The "Buttercups" are ...
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2010s French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique early Georg Jensen Amber and Agate Brooch C.1908 design #8
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique early Georg Jensen brooch C.1909 design #8. The drop brooch with cabochon set green agates and two amber drops, twist foliate design. The reverse with Georg Jensen 828 S Gi 8...
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Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Agate, Amber, Silver

Antique Art Nouveau French 18K Gold Old Pear Diamond Lorette Woman Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau French 18K Gold Old Pear Diamond Lorette Woman Stick Pin. This incredible stick pin is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pin features an undressed woman w...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unisex 9.99 Carat Carved Leaf Emerald Brooch with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Unisex 9.99 Carat Carved Leaf Emerald Brooch with Diamonds Made in 18K Gold which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and atte...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Demantoid Enamel Lady Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Demantoid Enamel Lady Stick Pin. This gorgeous Art Nouveau stick pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The pin features a lady that...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Garnet Cabochon Gold Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Antique Garnet Cabochon Gold Brooch. Early 20th Century. Total length: approx. 6.70 centimeters / 2.64 inches. Total width: approx. 1.25 centimeters / 0.49 inches. Total weight: 12...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Biedermeir brooch 14k gold with a view of a woman
Located in Berlin, BE
Step into the enchanting world of the Biedermeier era with this exquisite brooch dating back to 1840-1860. Adorned with the delicate depiction of a young and beautiful woman, this br...
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1840s German Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold Plate

Black Agate, Mother of Pearl, Swordfish Pin Crafted in 18 K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Black Agate, Mother of Pearl, Swordfish pin crafted in 18 K gold. Ever have that need to be seen and talked to more often? This is your chance to be seen and noticed always. Also t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Star Pin Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Star Pin Brooch Metal: 10.2 grams Dimensions: 40 x 44mm Signed: ©Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 925
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Pansy Pendant and Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 8.1 grams Diamond: Old Mine Brilliant, .05ct, G Color, VS Clarity Pearls: Natural seed pearls around the fl...
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Late 17th Century Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique brooch in the shape of a fly, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique insect brooch, made of 585/14K gold. Total weight: 3.5g. Origin: late 19th century. Brooch in the shape of a fly, body made of two natural pearls, wings set with 14 diamonds ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

27.16 Carat Green Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Inspired Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this brooch inspired by the Art Nouveau era is suitable for a glamorous outfit or for casual daily wear. It features an incredible green tourmaline of 27....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen large rare design Silver Amazonite Master Brooch C.1933
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen large rare design Silver Amazonite Master Brooch, C.1933. Designed as foliate motifs set with 2 oval amazonite and suspending three amazonite acorn shaped drops. Measure...
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1930s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amazonite, Silver

Cartier 1992 Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Depicting Enameled Diamond Duck
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier 1992 Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Depicting green and blue enamel, the eye and tail set with brilliant-cut diamonds. Elevate your jewelry collection with...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Gold Calibre Cut Amethyst Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold calibre cut channel set amethyst baguette diamond pendant necklace brooch. This extraordinary amethyst diamond circular pendant / broo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Portrait Brooch - France - Circa 1900
Located in Chatham, CA
Art Nouveau 18K yellow gold portrait brooch - featuring a classical style portrait bust in relief with a peacock to one side - original steel pin with gold tube hinge and c catch to ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby Bee Fly Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Bee/Fly Brooch Pin. This super sweet little bug will add sparkle to any outfit, it features twenty round rubies. The rubies range in size from 1.88 - 3.0mm ...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch set with diamonds up to 1.00ct platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum brooch set with brilliant and single cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description the size of the brooch is 3.6 cm by 3.0 cm wide weight ...
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Gold Rainbow Gemstones Baguette Diamond Circular Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold channel set rainbow gemstones baguette diamond circular pendant necklace brooch. This extraordinary multicolor natural gemsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmali...

18k Yellow Gold Elizabeth Locke Turquoise Diamond Pearl Fur Brooch 33g i14888
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning collectible fur clip and pin brooch combo from Elizabeth Locke. High end 25mm by 18mm natural turquoise bezel set in the middle. 7-9mm lustrous pearls around it with approxi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold 2.12 Inch Long Safety Pin
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a timeless piece of elegance and functionality - the Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Safety Pin. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite accesso...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oak Leaf Pin Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oak Leaf Pin Brooch Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 12.67 grams Dimensions: 61 x 30.5mm Signed: Tiffany & Co. 750
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA 1960s 18k gold, turquoise, ruby and diamond chick brooch
Located in London, GB
This delightful 1960s VCA chick brooch is made of 18k gold and is adorned with small round cut diamonds and rubies with a large cabochon turquoise as its egg. It would make a fine ad...
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1960s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Gilt Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an Art Nouveau style gilt brooch with one piece of green art glass. The "C" clasp indicates that it dates from the early 20th century. With an organic shape and beautiful bot...
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1920s American Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Bronze

Cellini 18KT Yellow & White Gold Dalmatian Brooch with Diamonds & Blue Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
18 karat gold brooch designed as a dalmatian. The white gold body is set with pave diamonds and scattered cabochon blue sapphires. The head and paws are shiny yellow gold and the eye...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Glow Logo Monogram interlocked Letters Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Glow Logo Monogram interlocked Letters Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% genuine. A unique piece. This is...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Plated CD Chair Pin Brooch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace timeless glamour with the Christian Dior Vintage brooch. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite accessory features the iconic CD logo atop a miniature ch...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Louis Rault Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Diamond Harvest Goddess Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Art Nouveau pin brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold by Louis Rault. Circa 1880. The piece depicts Demeter - ancient Greek goddess of the harvest. It is encrusted with diam...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Citrine Ribbon Design Brooch, 14 Karat Yellow & Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. vintage ribbon design brooch exudes classic elegance and timeless charm. Crafted from luxurious 14 karat yellow and rose gold, this exquisite piece features a beautifully detailed ribbon motif adorned with vibrant citrine gemstones. The centerpiece of the brooch is a dazzling oval-cut citrine, nestled gracefully within the heart of the ribbon, radiating warmth and luminosity. Flanking the central citrine are two shield-cut citrine gemstones, adding a touch of symmetry and balance to the design. Each gemstone is meticulously set within the intricate framework of the ribbon. This stunning brooch is a testament to the brand's legacy of elegance and sophistication, making it a cherished addition to any jewelry collection. Whether worn as a statement piece for special occasions or as an everyday accessory, the Tiffany & Co. vintage ribbon necklace...
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1940s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Orchid Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled convertible flower brooch. Beautiful three-dimensional five-petals flower, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back between the 1...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Butterfly Carving Turquoise Moonstone Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 Karat gold lapis lazuli butterfly carving turquoise moonstone diamond pendant brooch. The process of making this pendant brooch set in 18k g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau French Enamel & Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Montgomery, AL
We were thrilled to find such a lovely historic piece! This lovely brooch features magnificent enamel work & tiny seed pearls to accomplish the flower petal arrangement design. Era:...
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau green plique-a-jour enamel 18kt yellow gold leaf brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Art Nouveau green plique-a-jour enamel 18kt yellow gold leaf brooch with old cut diamonds and pearls. Hallmarked with 18kt. gold mark. Dimensions: Size: height x width: 3.9 ...
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Tremblant Leaf Floral Motif Vitnage Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite tremblant brooch in 14 karat yellwo gold is a display of elegance and movement. What makes this brooch unique is its tremblant feature, where the gemstone flowers trem...
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau c.1900 French Silver, Plique-à-Jour and Paste Antique Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This outstanding brooch was made in France and features a wonderfully elegant original Art Nouveau design. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This brooch is constructed fro...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Silver

Butler & Wilson Signed Crystal Eye and Arrow Brooch Pin Original Box
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Signed Butler & Wilson Eye and Arrow Brooch. Hand set with Sparkling blue and clear Crystals. Silver plated mounting. Measuring approx. 3” long. Original Box. A piece you’ll ...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal

3.ctw Diamond Horseshoe Pendant In White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
3.ctw Diamond Horseshoe Pendant In White Gold This stunning Diamond Fashion Brooch, in the shape of a horseshoe, is exquisitely crafted in 14kt white gold. It features an impressive...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 14Y Victorian Mediterranean Coral Pendant/Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Gorgeous 14k yellow gold and Mediterranean coral cameo convertible pendant/brooch. This antique piece features a lady with elaborate curly hair in right-facing quarter profile positi...
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Mid-19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Comte D’Epinay De Briort Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Diamond Lady Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Art Nouveau brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold by Comte D’Epinay De Briort. Circa 1900. The piece depicts a young lady with rose cut diamonds in her hair and dress. Sig...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Platinum, Gold and Diamond "Flamme" Vintage Brooch/Hair Barrette, c. 1960's
Located in Aspen, CO
Made popular by the world famous House of Van Cleef & Arpels, this Flame motif diamond set platinum piece backed with 18K yellow gold can be worn as either a brooch or hair barrette....
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1960s Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Crossroads of Sport Hummingbird Brooch with Ruby Eye in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this vintage Crossroads of Sport hummingbird brooch is a testament to elegance and sophistication. Fashioned from lustrous 18 karat yellow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique and Vintage Brooches

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.

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