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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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Brooches
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch, with Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Inserts
Located in London, GB
A Victorian three row crescent brooch, with a removable, original, sapphire insert and newly made, removable, old-cut diamond and ruby inserts, with the sapphire and the rubies mount...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with lucite
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 46
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Van Cleef and Arpels Turquoise Flower Earrings and Brooch Set
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Turquoise Flower Earrings and Brooch FLower Set
The floral earrings are adorned with sugarloaf turquoise and round diamonds.
Signed: Van Cleef & Arpels, NY and...
Category
20th Century American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tulip Brooch No. 100A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch.
Model no. 100A.
Designed by Georg Jensen.
In the form of a hand-hammered, stylized Tulip flowers and berries.
Simply a wonderfu...
Category
20th Century Danish Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early Marcel Boucher Enamel Bird of Paradise
Located in New York, NY
Rare, early Marcel Boucher Enamel Bird of Paradise from the 1930's. Enameled in tones of garnet red to firey orange with pave accents on the feathers. ...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Rhodium, Enamel
15ct Gold, Early Victorian Floral Garnet & Pearl, Etruscan Locket Back Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Etruscan Brooch
15ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1860
Introducing a stunning 15ct yellow gold Victorian brooch, a true testament to the artistry of the era. This exquisite piece fea...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Etruscan Diamond Yellow Gold Ornate Pin
Located in New York, NY
14 karat yellow gold ornate Victorian decorative gold pin
Antique Victorian pin is decorated with Etruscan gold and rounded diamond shaped decoration
Pins are 2.5" long
May be used for collar of blazer jackets
Pinheads width measuring 0.18 inch
An antique Victorian Etruscan gold...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass
Cartier London 1930 Art Deco Wings Badge Brooch In Platinum With Sapphire In Box
Located in Miami, FL
Wings badge brooch designed by Cartier.
A very rare sweetheart Royal Air Force pilot wings, created in London England during the art deco period by the jewelry house of Cartier. This historical wings-badge has been made back in the 1930 and was finely crafted with stylized lines in the shape of an airplane propeller in solid .950/.999 platinum. The brooch is embellished in the center with one very fine natural earth mined blue sapphire and is fitted at the reverse with a hinged horizontal pin-bar and a mechanical security lock.
Sweetheart Brooches
Sweetheart brooches like this have been popular since the very early 20th century and were given to wives, mothers and girlfriends by servicemen as mementos and reminders of their absent loved one. They were worn to show pride in having a sweetheart who was serving his country.
The Royal Air Force
The history of the Royal Air Force, the air force of the United Kingdom, spans a century of British military aviation. The RAF was founded on 1 April 1918, towards the end of the First World War by merging the Royal Flying Corps...
Category
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Fifties Diamond Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940-50s, 18k, Lisbon. This chic diamond-set brooch is an explosion of stars, flowers, or snowflakes… take your pick. Set with four carats of superior quality diamonds ( F to ...
Category
1940s Portuguese Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Gold, Pink Agate & Pearl Cameo Brooch of a Lady
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian convertible brooch.
In 14k gold.
Centered on a pink and white carved agate or hard stone cameo of a beautiful young woman with curly hair, a flowing head s...
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Agate, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Buccellati 18K Yellow Gold Textured Leaf Collar Button Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
A Legacy of Exquisite Artistry
Discover the timeless elegance of Buccellati, one of Italy’s most revered jewelry houses, renowned for its unparalleled craftsmanship, intricate design...
Category
20th Century Italian Artisan Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Enamel and Diamond UNICORN Carousel Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Enamel and .04tcw Diamond Gold Unicorn Carousel Vintage Gold Brooch. Hand crafted in 14K Yellow Gold. Measuring approx. 1.3" L x 1.2" W x 0.3" H. More Beautiful in ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage gold rhinestone fan designer runway brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer runway brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in Glasgow, GB
A late 19th-century Victorian brooch, crafted circa 1890s, featuring sapphires and diamonds set in a crescent design. The brooch combines silver fronting with a 9 carat gold backing,...
Category
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Retro Pink, Purple Amethyst & Pearl BroochIn 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Retro Pink, Purple Amethyst & Pearl BroochIn 18K Gold & Silver
Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant
Pink color Natural Amethyst from Sri Lanka
7 carat
Multi c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
18 Karat Gold Peacock Agate Cameo Ruby Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Dance of the peacock pendant necklace - This extraordinary masterpiece displays the masterful carving in the relief of the natural agate stone bringing alive the allure of the peacoc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Ruby, Diamond, Agate, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage CAROLEE signed gold tone faux stones designer small bee insect brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed CAROLEE
• gold tone with faux stones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Bochic Dragon “Orient” Ruby & White Zircon Brooch In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Dragon “Orient” Ruby & White Zircon Brooch In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Ruby - 9.70 carat
Natural White Zircon
3 carat
The Brooch is from the "Orient" collection and is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Ruby, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage gold tone rhinestones heart designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 49
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Victorian 14k Gold 2.40 Carat Old European and Mine Cut Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a stunning antique brooch or pendant which was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold during the Victorian period. It features a gorgeous, approximately 1.0 carat, super fine ...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Frascarolo 18k Gold, Black Enamel, .01ct Ruby and .10ct Diamond Zebra Pin/Brooch
By Frascarolo
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A very whimsical Gold and Black Enamel Striped Zebra Brooch
Features 0.10ct Diamond, 0.01ct Ruby, and Black Enamel set in 18k Yellow Gold
Dimensions: 2.5" x 1.5"
Total Mass = 34.8 gr...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond French Poodle Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold
Length: 0.75 inches
Width: 1.25 inches
Weight: 7.68 grams
One lady's 18K yellow gold animal diamond vintage brooch. The metal was tes...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
JJ signed vintage matte gold rhinestone angel designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed JJ
• gold tone with rhinestone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 44
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Antique Crystal, 0.14 Carat Emerald, 0.58 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique crystal, 0.14 carat emerald, 0.58 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set Cupid and Psyche brooch; an ...
Category
1880s Antique Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver
Micromosaic Brooch/Pendant 'Vatican Mosaic Studio-circa 1850' Depicting Pantheon
Located in Roma, IT
Oval micromosaic brooch and pendant, representing a view of Pantheon.
Rome 1850's Vatican Mosaic Workshop.
The "Vatican Mosaic Workshop, started up in 1727. Here the best mosaic arti...
Category
1850s Italian Antique Brooches
Materials
10k Gold
Vintage 1970s Bvlgari Tri-Tone Gold Twist Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow, rose, and white gold.
Signed by Bvlgari
Circa 1970s
2 3/4 x 1 1/4 inch
Category
1970s Vintage Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Safety Pin Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 3.1 grams
Pin Measurements:
Measurement: 2.25 inches long, 0.35 inches wide (9mm)
Condition: Excellent
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Tiffany & Co. Yogo Gulch Montana Sapphire & Diamond Circle Brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yogo Gulch sapphires were nearly synonymous with Tiffany & Co. at the turn of the century. This brooch is a lovely, wearable example of the American company's use of these vivid, rar...
Category
Early 1900s North American Edwardian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Georgian Flat Cut Garnet, Pearl and Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch would also make a stunning pendant! There are four large flat cut garnets and at the centre is a run garnet. The brooch is also de...
Category
1830s British Georgian Antique Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Art Deco 1940 Brooch Wristwatch 18Kt Gold Gia Certified 9.87 Ctw Diamonds Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco convertible jeweled Brooch-Wristwatch.
An unusual historical piece from the American art deco period, created between the 30's and 40's. Was designed in the shape of a corn...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Star Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Nouveau 1890 Plique a Jour Pendant Brooch in 18kt Gold Diamonds Pearls Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Art Nouveau Plique à jour pendant brooch.
A exceptional piece, created during the Art Nouveau period, back in the 1890. Surely It was crafted in Austria or Germany with the difficul...
Category
1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold,...
Cartier Key to My Heart 18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Heart Textured Key Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Key to My Heart Brooch
A beautiful pin made by Cartier depicting three intertwined heart keys held together by a magnificent Design...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Vintage Gold Plated Cloud De Selle Mother of Pearl Pin
By Hermès
Located in Pasadena, CA
Hermes Vintage Gold Plated Cloud De Selle Mother of Pearl Pin
*Marked Hermes
*Made in France
-It is approximately 0.5″ x 3".
-Classic and beautif...
Category
2010s French Artisan Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Antique Edwardian Opal Seed Pearl 9ct Gold Brooch
Located in London, GB
Discover our exquisite doublet opal and seed pearl brooch. The central gemstone features a beautiful opal, radiating green-blue hues set in 9ct yellow gold. Complementing this opales...
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Brooches
Materials
Opal, Pearl, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Diamond Floral Brooch, 18k
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels gold and diamond floral brooch features an intricate design with 18K gold leaves, stems and petals inl...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
B.A. Ballou Sterling Silver Christmas Tree Pin Brooch #20497
Located in Washington Depot, CT
B.A. Ballou Sterling Silver Christmas Tree Pin Brooch -
This vintage Christmas tree pin brooch is set in frosted & polished sterling silver by B...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Transformable Art Deco Period Diamond Ruby Platinum Pendant, Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous, multi-faceted jewel which may be worn as a pendant on a diamond Riviera necklace, a wide torque style necklace or suspended from a more delicate chain when turned 360 degrees, as a clip brooch, as a large stunning ring when clipped to a wide band, even as a hair ornament. Clip brooches of the Art Deco period were designed to be transformable, facilitating use in a variety of interesting ways.
The asymmetrical swirl design suggests movement and complements the flow of high quality multi-cut diamonds and rubies.
Circa 1935
A similar pair of diamond and ruby scroll clip brooches made for Cartier New York circa 1935 are illustrated in Cartier 1900...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Bvlgari Turquoise, Coral, and Sapphire Toucan Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Turquoise, Coral, and Sapphire Bird Brooch
Description: A whimsical and finely crafted brooch by Bvlgari, designed as a charming bird perche...
Category
20th Century Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Coral, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage CASUAL CORNER moon matte gold tone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed CASUAL CORNER
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 40
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Golden Ruby and Diamond Floral Brooch.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Golden Ruby and Diamond Floral Brooch.
This exquisite leaf-shaped brooch is adorned with rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, bead-set in white gold, featuring a stunning fluted textur...
Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 1900 Edwardian Enamel Orchid Flower Brooch In 14Kt Gold and Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian art nouveau enamel Orchid brooch.
A beautiful orchid brooch, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1901-1910. This little brooch...
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Swarovski Vintage Classic Crystals Iconic Swan Yellow Silver Brooch Pin
By Swarovski
Located in Wokingham, England
Swarovski Vintage Classic Crystal Iconic Swan Yellow Women Brooch Pin, Silver Tone
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Size: 1.8*1.5 cm.
_ _ _
Great for everyday wear. Come w...
Category
1990s Austrian Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage MONET signed gold tone designer brooch
By Monet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed MONET
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 47
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Art Nouveau 1905 Edwardian Enamel Flower Pendant Brooch 14kt Gold Diamond Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled white Orchid convertible brooch.
Beautiful three-dimensional piece, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, between the 1901-1910. Th...
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique diamond, emerald, ruby and baroque pearl spider brooch pin
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond, emerald, ruby and baroque pearl spider brooch pin in 18 karat yellow gold and silver, circa 1890.
A perfect addition to any black jacket this beautiful and unusu...
Category
1890s French Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch 1ctw Ruby 1ctw Emeralds 0.56 ctw Diamonds /7.6gr
Located in SE
Vintage Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 13 natural Emeralds and 15 natural Diamonds, both bezel and pave set. Roll-...
Category
1950s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Gold-filled
Oscar Heyman Platinum/18KT Gold Orchid Brooch with Fancy Yellow & White Diamond
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Since 1912, Oscar Heyman has been creating extraordinary fine jewelry for connoisseurs and collectors. Known as the “Jewelers' Jeweler,” a title earned while producing pieces for Car...
Category
1990s American Romantic Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Rare Austro Hungarian Silver Enamel Perfume pomander Chatelaine Pin
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Absolutely Stunning details on this rare antique Renaissance Revival ,Austro Hungarian gilt Silver and Enamel pomander Chatelaine pin . Beautifully hand painted with fine details .
...
Category
19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Brooches
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Vintage panther gold enamel rhinestone designer runway brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones and enamel
• vintage designer runway brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Antique Enamel Iris Pin of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Krementz Enamel Iris Brooch in 14k Gold with Diamond Accent, Circa 1910
A fine example of early 20th-century American craftsmanship, this lovely antique brooch by Krementz &...
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
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 Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Signed Edwardian Marcus & Co. 14K Gold & Sapphire Stick Pin
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Edwardian stick pin.
By Marcus & Co.
In 14 karat yellow gold with a small, round faceted blue sapphire.
Simply a wonderful signed antique...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA. This gorgeous Cartier brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The center of the brooch has a lar...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrington & Co. Antique Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Crescent Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1890s by Carrington & Co., Regent Street, London, this English crescent moon brooch is composed of rubies, diamonds and a pearl. The brooch is designed as a tapering c...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Jade Diamond White Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An 18k white gold brooch, featuring pear shaped green jade stones, surrounded with approx. 0.90ctw H/VS-Si diamonds.
Brooch is 2 3/8" x 1 1/4".
Marked 750.
Weight - 20.3 grams.
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, White Gold
Vintage 18K Cat Brooch with Blue Sapphire Eyes Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage 18K Cat Brooch with Blue Sapphire Eyes Yellow Gold
This 1960 Italian Cat Pin is a delightful example of artistry and craftsmanship, capturing...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Andrew Grima 18 Karat Gold, Citrine and Diamond Brooch
By Andrew Grima
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
The most incredible gold brooch by perhaps the most famous modernist jeweller to have lived, Andrew Grima. Formed from 18 karat gold this 'nest' style brooch is crafted with satin-finished gold bars which interconnect, centring on an octagonal citrine and accented with baguette cut diamonds. The three dimensional pin is typical of the work by Grima in the 1960s and is reminiscent of some of the famed pieces he made for royalty and high society. The pin is hallmarked for Haller Jewellery Company...
Category
1960s British Modernist Vintage Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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