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Brooches For Sale
Style: Artisan
Style: Retro
French, Convertible 'Double Clip', Diamond Floral Spray Brooch and Ear Clips
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A very fine and versatile French platinum brooch pin with detachable dress pins and ear-clips. The floral spray pin is stamped with French assay marks for both platinum and 18 karat ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Chanel Brand New Classic Silver CC Baguette Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Classic Silver CC Baguette Crystal Brooch
*Marked 23
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, camellia flower and ribbon
*Brand New
-It is appr...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Brooches
Diamonds Coral Emeralds 18 Karat Gold Frog Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
This stunning frog-shaped brooch is a true masterpiece of fine jewelry, crafted in 18K yellow and white gold with exceptional attention to detail. The focal point of this jewel is th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oscar Heyman Sapphire, Diamond And Platinum Flower Brooch, Circa 1964
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
A vintage Oscar Heyman sapphire, diamond and platinum flower brooch, in an abstract design of two flowers, one with a round faceted sapphire, in the centre of round brilliant cut dia...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Retro Sterling Heraldic Crest Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Heraldic Sterling Crest Brooch from the 1940's with cold enamel accents and pave crystals. 1.5". 1940's USA.
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Retro Jade Diamond Flower Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique Midcentury
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and rare antique Cartier Jade and Diamond Flower Brooch Pin in 14 Karat Gold. The stunning jewel is an Antique brooch by Cartier dating to the Mid-Century Modern period. Cartier and Jade have been a special pairing since the Art Deco period. The creation of jewels with vivid green Jade with sparkling white Diamonds has been a hallmark of antique Cartier jewelry...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Retro Pennino Sterling Silver Ruby Brooch by Pennino
Located in New York, NY
This striking and boldly scaled Retro Gold Washed & Sterling Silver Ruby Brooch by Pennino originates from the United States, Circa 1940. F...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Sterling Silver
1950s Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow and white gold.
Retro brooch, it forms a large amati gold leaf set on one side with two rubies and a diamond. The hanging system is a pin with a safety pump.
Diamond weight : about 0.07 carat, total weight of the rubies: about 0.15 carat.
Height : 6 cm, width : about 4 cm.
Total weight of the jewel : 22.8 g approximately.
Authentic retro jewelry...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Janete Zamboni De Farro Italian Mesh and Pearl Oversized Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
De Farro mesh and pearl brooch by Italian-Brazilian jewelry designer, Janete Zamboni. Loose pearls trapped within a metal mesh net, are a continuing ...
Category
Early 2000s European Artisan Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Base Metal
Antique 14K Gold & White Sapphire Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold & white sapphire stickpin.
In 18 karat yellow gold with a 14k gold pin stem.
With an oval cut white sapphire gemstone in a crown setting.
Simply a wonderful st...
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, 10k Gold, 18k Gold
French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Feather Retro Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
This lovely antique brooch features a slender feather. It fastens with a pin and its safety pump clasp.
Length : 6.2 cm, width : ...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural uncut diamond sterling silver snake diamond on its head ruby eye brooch
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful sterling silver handmade diamond pearl red eyed serpent brooch. This brooch consists of :
Diamond weight- 2.90cts
Diamond type- Rose cut and uncut diamond
Diamon...
Category
2010s Indian Artisan Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional yellow gold butterfly brooch from the 1970s is adorned with round brilliant cut white, champagne and cognac diamonds, totaling approximately 35 carats. The retro bro...
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Make a statement at your next event with this exquisite Large Buccellati Flower Brooch Pin.
A standout piece that sets you apart!
Marvel at the masterful design, featuring a detailed stem and leaf motif culminating in a magnificent gold and silver thistle flower with a frayed, bursting appearance.
This Vintage Buccellati Pin...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds and Sapphires Floral Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds and Sapphires Floral Brooch Pendant, an exquisite piece of jewelry that effortlessly...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby And Sapphire Butterfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 12.1 grams.
Totally is diamond 2.20 ct.
The diamond is has F-G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is ruby 0.84 ct.
Totally is sapphire 0.5...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Rooster Cock Brooch Tiger Eye Jasper Agate 18 Karat Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This superb rooster's head has been carved out of tiger eye and various hardstones. The beak and the brooch fitting are executed in 18 karat gold.
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari GIA Certified Vintage Diamond Brooch, circa 1960
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Crafted by Bulgari around 1960, this magnificent brooch epitomizes the essence of timeless glamour and the pinnacle of artisanal craftsmanship. It's not just an accessory; it's a por...
Category
20th Century Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch Depicting a Ladybug with Open Wings
Located in Roma, IT
This 18 Kt gold and enamel brooch depicting a ladybug with open wings was handcrafted by a talented Italian goldsmith.
Symbol of good luck, the ladybug is said to give blessings to those she encounters. Master in the art of metamorphosis, she transforms from a hideous larva to a beautiful insect adorned with bright colors. This totem animal is a powerful ally to make important changes in your life and go through your life’s journey with ease. Let’s discover its encouraging message: Believe in yourself...
Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Calvaire Retro Citrine Clip Brooch
By Calvaire
Located in New York, NY
Large Calvaire Retro Clip Brooch with 2 large faux citrines in a dimensional gilded setting. 1940's USA. Excellent condition. Length 3", Width 2".
Calvaire was founded in New York...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
STARET BUTTERLY brooch gorgeous rhinestone decoration 1940s USA
By Staret
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A wonderful rhinestone brooch in the shape of a butterfly. The whole brooch is set with 10 large cut, colorful rhinestones. The rest of the body is completely covered with small to large clear rhinestones. A typical work from the 1930/40s work USA, lots of rhinestones.
Measurement: Upper width of the wings 10 cm - lower width 7 cm - height of the wings 7 cm. Body 5 cm high and 1.3 cm wide. The large colorful rhinestones 1,20 x 1 cm. Excellent condition!
About STARET JEWELRY...
Category
1940s American Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Ruby Open Wirework Diamond-Cut Brooch, .40 Carats in 14K Yellow Gold LV
Located in Austin, TX
Perfect for the vintage jewelry lover, this gorgeous ruby brooch is beautifully made in 14 karat yellow gold! Fine wirework netting and diamond-cut details make this a beautifully in...
Category
Early 20th Century American Artisan Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Diamond Feather Brooches in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Diamond Feather Brooches in Platinum
Elegant and airy, this pair of diamond feather brooches evokes the grace of Art Deco design with a modern flair. Crafted in platinum, ea...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1960s 34 Carats Emerald-Cut Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold.
This elegant antique gold brooch is set with 4x2 claws of a large emerald-cut citrine. The fastening system is a double safety pin.
Total weight of the citrine : 34 carats approximately.
Width : 2.6 cm approximately, height : 1.8 cm approximately, thickness : 12.2 mm approximately.
Total weight : 13.1 g approximately.
Authentic antique jewelry - Work from the 1960s.
Our opinion : A vintage citrine brooch...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite brooch is a true masterpiece of fine craftsmanship, made of 9-karat yellow gold and adorned with a delicate floral motif entirely hand-carved from natural coral. Every...
Category
1940s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
This extraordinary antique brooch is a true vintage masterpiece, crafted with a refined combination of 14K yellow gold and 800-millesimal silver, a typical pairing in historical jewe...
Category
1930s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Cartier Colombian Emerald Bird Brooch, 45.00 Carats
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent brooch, crafted by the esteemed house of Cartier, features a bird exquisitely formed from a rare and large emerald bead certified by the Gübelin Gem Lab as Colombian...
Category
20th Century French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold King Puffin Brooch with 12.44 Carat Black Opal Center
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a King Puffin brooch. The artfully carved body is in 18 karat yellow gold with a sandblasted finish. The amazing feature is the birds belly w...
Category
1990s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron 1950s Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage French 0.16 carat emerald, 0.25 carat ruby, 0.15 carat sapphire, 0.18 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold brooch by 'Boucheron'; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage gemstone brooch...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
MWLC Gripoix Glass Decorated Scallop Shell Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The large artisan natural white sea scallop shell brooch is embellished with small fronds of gilt bronze seaweed and varisized cabochons of turquo...
Category
2010s French Artisan Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Insect Rubies Diamonds Sapphire Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite brooch features a captivating insect design, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, combining precious materials and high-quality gemstones. Made of 18-karat yel...
Category
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Marcel Boucher Mother of Pearl Pave Bee
Located in New York, NY
Charming Marcel Boucher Mother of Pearl Pave Bee from the 1960's. Wonderfully detailed with pave crystal body, mother of pearl wings and faux ruby cab eyes....
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Original by Robert Pearl and Rhinestone Brooch/Pendant
By Original by Robert
Located in Alford, MA
Wreath-shaped brooch of various pearls, rhinestones, crystals, and micro gold beads by Robert, c.1960. Hook in addition to pin, so can be worn as pendant. Some of the Original by Robert...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Pearl
Retro Sterling Vermeil Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large Retro Sterling Vermeil Flower Brooch from the 1940's. Openwork petals with a central bud of raised green crystal marquises and pastes. Striking scale with pink gold wash, Unsig...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Silver Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Silver Crystal Brooch
*Marked Chanel (during 80s) and 174
*Comes with the original box
*One of the best se...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Brooches
Trifari Brushed Silver and Sapphire Cab Suite
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari Brushed Silver and Sapphire Cab Suite from the 1960's. Brushed silvertone metal with faux sapphire cabochons. 1960's USA. 2.5" Brooch, Earrings 1".
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
M. Buccellati Vintage Diamond Gold Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
Presenting a collectible Butterfly brooch by Buccellati with a Natural elongated Pear Diamond and Ruby Eyes Created by Mario Bucce...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Figural Brooch Featuring Cat, Dachshund Dog, Birdhouse and Whimsy
Located in Southbury, CT
It's not a just a brooch; it's a story; a narrative.
An emerald-eyed cat and a diamond-encrusted dog with a ruby-red spinel eye both appear quite interested in what would appear to...
Category
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold
Corocraft Sterling Enamel Clown Fish Brooch
By Corocraft
Located in New York, NY
Striking Corocraft Sterling Enamel Clown Fish Brooch set in pink gold plated sterling with enamel accents. A large faux oval aquamarine is clutched ...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Cat Brooch Gold 18k, Diamonds and Onyx - Jean and Pierre Bellin, France 1980s
Located in Magenta, IT
A brooch depicting two stylized cats in finely textured 18K yellow gold, adorned with onyx (the eyes) and brilliant-cut diamonds. Made by Jean and Pierre Bellin, France 1980s.
Signe...
Category
1980s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
Daughters of the American Revolution Enamel, Diamond, and Ruby Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Daughters of the American Revolution Enamel, Diamond, and Ruby Brooch
This historic brooch represents membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution and is crafted in 14K ye...
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Estate Elizabeth Locke Micro Mosaic Brooch/Pendant
Located in Derby, NY
Estate Elizabeth Locke Micro Mosaic Brooch/Pendant
This expertly crafted vintage Elizabeth Locke micro mosaic brooch can also be worn as...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
14K Gold 5-Pearl Coronet Brooch, set with Seed Pearls, Retro c1950's .
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance
this intricate Coronet Brooch
is dating from late 1940’s – early 1950’s.
Of lovely coronet design,
associated with no...
Category
1950s Australian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Mappin & Webb 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone Waiter Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mappin & Webb 18k yellow gold waiter brooch by the famous British jewelry designer house Mappin and Webb. This brooch features a playful waiter character crafted from vibrant gemston...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Retro Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
English Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond 1 Carat Flower 2.2 Inch Long Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 karat white gold diamond flower brooch pin, a timeless piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this s...
Category
Late 20th Century English Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Circular Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 14K yellow gold circular diamond stick pin combines simplicity with timeless beauty. The design features eight brilliant-cut diamonds set...
Category
1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Curved Cameo Brooch - 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Discover the timeless beauty of this vintage curved cameo brooch. Crafted from exquisite 14K yellow gold and weighing 4.47 grams, this brooch exudes elegance and sophistication. The ...
Category
1840s Retro Antique Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Beaded Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Italian Beaded Cat Brooch from the 1950's in the Coppola Toppo style. Deep brown and amber glass seed beads are hand sewn onto a gilt base with peridot past...
Category
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
*Marked 08
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box and dustbag
-CC is approximately 1.25″ x 1″
-Star is approximately 1.1″ x 1″.
...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Brooches
Vintage Joseff of Hollywood 3 Racing Horses Designer Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous and Impressive Brooch featuring Three highly detailed Racing Horses. Measuring approx. 2" X 2". Signed Joseff of Hollywood. Circa 1940s. Joseff of Hollywood...Jeweler to the...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Trifari by Diane Love, Mystical Animal Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Collectible and Rare Trifari by Diane Love Archealogical Revivalist Brooch from the 1970's. Diane Love created a line of Artist jewels based on Ancient forms in the 60's and 70's.
A...
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 1 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Totally is Sapphire Emerald and Ruby about 3 ct.
Please co...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Retro Estate Amethyst, Garnet, Pink Sapphire and Diamond 14K Brooch
Located in Derby, NY
This Retro Estate brooch showcases a stunning 23.90 carat amethyst, accented with vibrant garnets, pink sapphires, and sparkling diamonds. Elevate your look with this timeless piece,...
Category
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Amethyst, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Go...
Sarah Coventry Open Back Green Gemstone 12K Gold Filled Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Milford, DE
A pin/pendant by Sarah Conventry, featuring a marbled green oval gemstones set in an open back decorative golden bezel.
12K gold filled.
Circa Late 1900s.
Tags, Marks, Hallmarks: Sarah Cov...
Category
20th Century American Retro Brooches
Materials
Gold-filled
Michele Della Valle Sapphire and Diamond Gecko Brooch
Located in Weston, MA
Originally from Rome, where he collaborated with Bulgari on custom work, Michele della Valle is now based in Geneva. This distinctive brooch, designed as a gecko with a curled tail, is set with alternating bands...
Category
20th Century Swiss Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Jean Vitau Flamingo Multi Gem Designer 18K Gold Pin
By Jean Vitau
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning 1990 original Jean Vitau flamingo pin is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold. This pin is accented with High-quality gems and diamonds. Two emeralds on the eye and its he...
Category
1990s American Artisan Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, 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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