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Brooches For Sale
AJC signed carnival gold tone rhinestones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed AJC
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 40
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Vintage gold tone purse charm brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with faux stones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 37
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Category
20th Century Brooches
Vintage ART signed gold tone faux pearl coral flower designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed ART
• gold tone with faux stones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 45...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Vintage gold rhinestones pearl dangle heart bow designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones and faux pearl
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Syna Yellow Gold Sunburst Pin with Pink Tourmaline and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
Pink Tourmaline 1.40 carats approx.
Diamonds 0.55 carat approx.
Limited Edition
About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata
Drawing inspiration from li...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond and Ruby Crescent Moon Brooch in Box
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A beautiful antique crescent brooch from 1890–1900, set with a shimmering array of rose cut diamonds, pearls, and a single vivid synthetic ruby, all mounted in silver over gold—a cla...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
AVON signed gold bow amethyst crystal pearl dangle gold designer brooch
By Avon
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed AVON
• gold tone with faux stones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• 2.5" by 2"
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gold
Antique Shell Cameo Brooch, Rebecca at the Well, 1930s
Located in Chesterland, OH
An "early Rebecca landscape cameo shell" is a vintage shell cameo brooch depicting the biblical "Rebecca at the Well" scene (a famous story from the Bible, Genesis 24), often featuri...
Category
Early 20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique 1896.C Imperial Russian Coat Of Arms Diamond Enamel Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
1896.c imperial russian era 14k gold brooch coat of arms with an estimate old mine cut diamond weight 0.40ct and green enamel hall marked 56 imperi...
Category
1890s Antique Brooches
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
Napier Yellow Pink and Blue Crystal Enamel Bird Chicks Cracked Egg Brooch Pin
By Napier
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Chicks ‘n Egg Vintage Brooch Pin. Signed Napier. The Chicks encrusted with Blue, Pink And Yellow sparkling Crystals and a Cracked Egg In White Enamel. Gold tone mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Antique Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Brooch
Platinum
Circa 1920s
This exquisite art deco brooch is designed in the shape of a bow and adorned with diamonds and a single sapphire. The sapphire is an old c...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage ST JOHN signed gold tone huge puffy heart bow dangle designer brooch
By St. John
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed ST JOHN
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Vintage 18ct Gold Chalcedony Cat Brooch: Ruby Eyes, Italian Design
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cat Brooch
18ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1980s
A whimsical cat brooch crafted in 18ct yellow gold, stamped Italy and hallmarked 750, denoting its gold purity. The stylized felin...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
LC LIZ CLAIBORNE signed vintage gold tone wreath silver bow designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed LC LIZ CLAIBORNE
• gold and silver tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sk...
Category
20th Century Brooches
SWAROVSKI swan logo signed gold plated crystal apple designer brooch
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed SWAROVSKI with swan logo
• gold plated with crystals
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch from the 1930's. High Art Deco design with step faceted faux aquamarines and sapphires set within an intricate pave and baguette dangle sett...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Rhodium
Vintage 14ct Yellow Gold, 1970s Cat Brooch with Cabochon Garnet and Sapphire
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cat Brooch
14ct Gold
Circa 1970s
A whimsical cat-form brooch in 14ct yellow gold, modelled with stylised fur detailing and a curled tail. The eye is set with a claw-mounte...
Category
Late 20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TRIFARI signed vintage gold tone three monkeys designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 55
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Category
20th Century Brooches
Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Brooch from the early 20th Century of vermeil sterling. A spray of plique green to rose enamel leaves with p...
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Brooches
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage gold tone pearl ruby rhinestones designer flower brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with faux pearls and rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
Category
20th Century Brooches
SODOR signed vintage gold tone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed SODOR
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 56
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DE...
Category
20th Century Brooches
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Starfish Pin Brooch Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Starfish Pin Brooch Large
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Weight: 16.30 grams
Measurement: 45mm(1.77") wide x 56mm(2.2...
Category
2010s Spanish Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Amber Rhinestone Floral Wreath Brooch with Enamel Accents, 1950s
Located in Milford, DE
This charming vintage wreath brooch from the 1950s features a delightful combination of sparkling amber rhinestones and whimsical enamel detailing. Arranged in a classic circular des...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Enamel
Oscar Heyman 18k Gold & Fancy Yellow Diamond 'Prowling Lion' Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold 'prowling lion' brooch contains a 0.01ct round emerald eye, 22 round diamonds (0.18ct, F-G/VS+), and 154 round fancy yellow diamonds (4.73ct). It is sta...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$30,000 Sale Price
55% Off
LA REL signed 1/20 12kt gold filled tiger eye stone vintage designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed LA REL 1/20 12kt gold filled
• gold filled with tiger eye stone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with m...
Category
20th Century Brooches
CHANEL gold 23C MONTE CARLO CHARMS HANGER Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Clothing Hanger brooch in gold-tone metal and black resin is a dazzling statement piece adorned with symbolic charms. Featuring strass-encrusted stars, a f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
CHANEL gold 23P CC HEARTS ROUND Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel round brooch in gold-tone metal is a delicate yet striking accessory. Featuring a classic CC at the center, it is framed by a ring of miniature hearts, add...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Estate Vintage Style Victorian Diamond Opal Turtle Brooch Unisex Silver Pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Vintage Victorian Style Diamond Opal Turtle Brooch Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and turtle, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$117 Sale Price / item
50% Off
ANNE KLEIN gold tone lions head designer runway brooch
By Anne Klein
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned ANNE KLEIN
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER ...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
1994 Chanel Haute Couture Broche Gripoix Glass Fancy Pearls Brooch Pendant
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch or pendant from the SS 1994 collection by Victoire de Castellane, XXL format made by Gripoix in gold-plated metal, red and green glass paste cabochons, white rhinestone...
Category
1990s French Brooches
Vintage gold tone pink purple clear frosted glass massive designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with glass
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear - tiny chip on glass
S...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Cartier Panther Brooch in Gold with Onyx Spots and Ruby Eyes
By Cartier
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Cartier panther brooch is an exceptional vintage jewel from the 1970s–1980s, crafted in richly textured gold and embellished with onyx spots and vivid ruby eyes. This is a uniqu...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Ruby, Gold
1/20 12kt signed designer gold filled green jade maltese cross brooch pendant
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed 1/20 12kt
• gold filled with jade
• vintage designer brooch / pendant
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
Category
1970s Vintage Brooches
Vintage gold tone red rhinestones flower 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 45
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Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
$116 Sale Price
75% Off
Vintage 14ct Yellow Gold Stamped, 1960s Cat Brooch with Natural Emerald Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cat Brooch
14ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1960s
Add a touch of whimsy to your jewellery collection with this delightful 14ct yellow gold cat brooch. Playfully posed, this adorable kitty showcases beautifully textured fur that captures the light in a captivating way. Its bright green emerald eyes give it an enchanting sparkle, making it a standout piece.
Whether you're a cat lover or simply appreciate exquisite vintage jewellery...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Mario Buccellati Gold and Jadeite Flower Brooch – Engraved Floral Design
Located in Napoli, NA
Exquisite Gold and Jadeite Flower Brooch, dated 1970'
A refined floral brooch in rich gold, featuring a luminous jadeite centerpiece. The petals are meticulously engraved, showcasing...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Brooches
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage gold tone faux pearls dangle chains designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with faux pearls
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 58
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Category
20th Century Brooches
Oscar Heyman Gold Diamond and Ruby Bow Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
This Oscar Heyman 18kt yellow gold brooch contains 2.55cts of calibré rubies and 3.95cts round diamonds (F-G/VS+). The rubies are cut by hand in Oscar Heyman's Madison Avenue workshop by the lapidary. The diamonds are bead set. Azures (cut outs) behind the gemstones and diamonds allow maximum light to shine through this piece, illustrating the finest principles of jewelry manufacturing. It is stamped with the makers mark, 18K, and serial number 74869. Comes in an Oscar Heyman brooch box.
This brooch measures 49mm x 30mm x 11mm. It has a standard rollover safety clasp. It is light enough to wear on a shirt without pulling.
Bows are a timeless ornament and this gemstone-encrusted version even more so!
Oscar Heyman was founded in 1912 and became known as the 'Jewelers' Jeweler'® for creating pieces for Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co. Oscar Heyman jewelry...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$24,000 Sale Price
45% Off
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
Vintage silver tone rhinestones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• silver tone with glass stones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 50
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Category
1970s Vintage Brooches
AVON signed gold teapot dangle crystal drop designer pin brooch
By Avon
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed AVON
• gold tone with dsngle crystal drop
• vintage designer pin
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage c...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Kenneth Jay Lane Baroque Red Enamel & Pearl Floral Brooch
Located in Milford, DE
A striking and highly collectible Kenneth Jay Lane brooch, designed in an opulent baroque revival style. This statement piece features a sculpted floral motif with deep red enamel pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Brooches
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique Victorian Gold Cameo Brooch of Hebe Feeding the Eagle
Located in Chesterland, OH
Victorian cameo depicting Hebe, the Goddess of Youth and cupbearer to the Gods. In this cameo, Hebe is depicted while feeding the eagle of Zeus. This subject was very popular in the ...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1910
This exquisite Edwardian bar brooch is crafted from 15ct yellow gold and features a stunning oval faceted aquamarine. The 15ct stam...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Cherub Miniature Brooch Mother of Pearl Back
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cupid Brooch
18ct Gold French Stamped
Circa 1880s
Artist: D'apres Boucher
This exquisite museum worthy brooch showcases the enchanting depi...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Flower Large Sculpted 3D Vivid Rose Blossom Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Unisex Large Massive Sculpted 3D Vivid Rose Flower Blossom Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone
Very excellent condition and very new. Rare to find this e...
Category
1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Chinese Export Turquoise Coral Enamel Brooch
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous Chinese brooch is gold vermeil over silver.
It features a beautiful turquoise stone accented by natural coral and delicate enamel.
Measur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Sapphire, Diamond & Seed Pearl Floral Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch
15ct Gold
Circa 1880
This exquisite Victorian brooch is crafted from 15ct gold, beautifully showcasing a delicate floral design. The intricate detailing featur...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage gold tone natural green jade flower designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with jade cabochons
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 56
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Category
20th Century Brooches
Vintage gold tone blue rhinestone flower designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESI...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Vintage gold silver tone Etruscan byzantine coin dangle chains brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold and silver tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 33
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Category
20th Century Brooches
Austrian Aurora Mid Century Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Austrian Aurora Mid Century Brooch from the 1950's. Large scale set with unusual bicolor fruit salad molded stones in greens and iridescent purple-blues. 1950's Austria, 3.25...
Category
1950s Austrian Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Rhodium
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Turquoise Egyptian Revival Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Massive Egyptian Revival Turquoise Emerald Pink Crystals Chunky Brooch, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Light glue and scratches at side, ...
Category
Early 2000s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
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 Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage gold tone rhinestone enamel elephant 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 Brooches
Victorian Silver-Topped 18K Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Floral Brooch, 1.11 ct
Located in San Francisco, CA
Victorian era diamond flower brooch in silver-topped 18k yellow gold, designed as a central flower with petal and leaf sprays. Every visible surface of the motif is set with old mine...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
ART DECO Platinum, Diamonds and Aquamarines Brooch c1920’s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Art Deco Diamond & Aquamarine Brooch — Platinum, French Origin, c1920’s
A superb Art Deco brooch in platinum on 15k gold (tested), designed in a bold geometric navette form and ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum, 15k Gold
1920 Art Deco Austrian 14k Yellow Gold Citrine Heart Bar Pin/Brooch
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous brooch comes from the 1920s Art Deco period in Austria and was made in 14k yellow gold with heart shaped citrine. The brooch features two hearts attached to each side o...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Opal and Demantoid Snake Stick Pin
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A miniature work of art by Tiffany & Co, this exquisitely crafted stick pin features a sinuous snake set with vibrant apple green demantoid garnets, slithering up the side of a glowi...
Category
Early 20th Century American Brooches
Materials
Opal, 14k 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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