18k Gold Brooch Diamond Coral Enamel & Gem-Set Military Musician French Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A miniature French masterpiece with swagger, color, and irresistible personality. There are jewels that simply accessorize - and then there are jewels that tell a story. This extraor...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Saint Laurent 'turtle' brooch by Yves Saint Laurent circa 1980
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1980 under the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. Golden metal turtle brooch ornamented with a costume pearl. Made in F...
Gilt Metal
John Donald Morganite, Diamond and Gold Brooch, UK, 1972
By John Donald
Located in New York, NY
A faceted Morganite, diamond and 18 karat gold brooch, by John Donald, 1972. The brooch is stamped with maker's mark JAD, and dated with London hallmarks. John Donald is a designer...
Morganite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Opal butterfly brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
An incredible mix of diamonds, sapphires, rubies and opals encrust this hand crafted butterfly brooch from the Victorian era. Creating the butterflies body an iridescent opal glimmer...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 15k Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Byzantine-Style Statement Brooch Pendant, 1970
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold-tone Byzantine-style brooch/pendant embellished with multicolored glass cabochons. This impressive Christian Dior brooch and pendant, dating from 1970, b...
Gilt Metal
Miriam Haskell Early Green Cluster Bead Clip
Located in New York, NY
Super large Miriam Haskell Early Green Cluster Bead Clip/Brooch from the 1930's. Clusters of green grape beads fall from brass leaves embroidered with faux pearls and more green bead...
Gilt Metal
Vintage gold tone glass stones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VI...
Vintage WESTERN GERMANY gold rhinestone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned WESTERN GERMANY • gold tone with rhinestone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage...
Victorian Amethyst Watch Pin of 12k Gold, Circa 1900
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking Victorian era antique watch pin dating to 1900–1910, designed with two sculptural serpents crafted in 12 karat gold flanking a richly col...
Amethyst, Gold
Vintage Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch
Located in Tucson, AZ
Expertly crafted in 9.3 grams of 14k white gold set with an estimated 2 carats of diamonds and 1 carat of fine blue sapphire, this striking bow brooch gleams with vibrant blue sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond And Platinum Bow Brooch, Circa 1925
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond and platinum bow brooch, finely pavé set with old style eight-cut diamonds, with cheneered gallery, mounted in platinum, with a white gold pin and roller catch, n...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Filigree Platinum & Diamond Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco brooch. In platinum. With a central set Old European cut 0.68 ct± diamond (color H-I-J, clarity: SI1) surrounded by 54 Old European cut diamonds (3.25± Ctw,...
Diamond, Platinum
Sterling Silver Turquoise and Marcasite Spider Brooch
Located in London, GB
Fabulous sterling silver spider brooch, set with teardrop shaped turquoise stones for the body and head, and the legs are set with marcasites. Measuring diameter approximately 5.3 cm...
Marcasite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Parrot Brooch 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 47.05 carats, Ruby 8.88 carats, Blue Sapphire 9.11 carats, Tsavorite 7.80 carats, Diamond 3.60 carats and Onyx Parrot Brooch set in 18K White Gold ...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White ...
Opal Emerald Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Peacock Brooch in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Radiating regal glamour with an Art Deco twist, this magnificent brooch showcases a breathtaking oval 8.45-carat opal, alive with iridescent color play. Flanked by royal symmetrical ...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian /Belle Epoque Diamond and Pearl Bar Brooch (1905)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Edwardian (Belle Epoque) Diamond and Pearl Bar Brooch (Early 20th C) Strikingly distinctive Edwardian-era beauty, expertly hand fabricated in platinum over 18K yellow gold during t...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.25ct Ruby and Diamond Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Five rubies are surrounded by rose cut diamonds in this Victorian brooch. The rubies are old cut, and are a slightly purplish red. Each ruby is 0.25 carat. Two diamond studded swirls...
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pietra Dura Floral Peony Mosaic Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Pietra Dura Brooch 15ct Gold Circa 1880 A superb example of a Victorian PIETRA DURA brooch. Set in 15ct gold with a plaque depicting an array of beautiful flo...
Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage George Lederman 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Teddy Bear Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Vivid Red Color - on Eyes - 0.06ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Star Pav...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage ELLE signed gold tone teddy bear rocking horse designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ELLE • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE D...
Vintage sapphire emerald rhinestones black metal designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • black metal rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️❤️ ...
Vintage black metal navette rhinestones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • black metal with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 55 ❤️❤...
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Coral Hand Mano Figa Brooch/Hook
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an incredible Victorian Mano Figa brooch/hook that was made in 14k yellow gold with a carved coral hand. The Mano Figa is often associate with good luck and protection from t...
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Brooch – Silver Topped 18K Gold – Old European & Rose Diamonds
Located in Victoria, BC
An intricately constructed Victorian-era diamond brooch, executed in the traditional combination of a silver-topped gold setting, allowing for optimal stone presentation while mainta...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold & Sapphire Flying Duck Brooch 1970s
Located in Towson, MD
One vintage 1970s flying duck brooch crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, set with one round 1.5mm blue sapphire weighing approximately 0.02 carat, serving as the bird’s eye. The design ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage matte gold tone rhinestones cherub angel 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 49 ❤️❤...
Large Crystal Gold Gilt Metal Flower Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive three dimensional large crystal flower brooch with a gold tone stem and leaves.
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Vintage gold plated sword etched flower designer brooch marked TAS-ID
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TAS-ID • gold plated • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️❤️ VINTA...
Rhodium-Plated Green Baguette and Clear Rhinestone Circle Brooch, 1930s
Located in Milford, DE
This elegant 1930s rhodium-plated circle brooch captures the refined glamour of early Art Deco costume jewelry. The open circular form is accented with four emerald green baguette-cu...
Rhodium
$177Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Christmas Tree Charm Brooch 22K Gold Plated Statement Pin
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Seasonal Splendor Christmas tree ornament charm brooch by original designer Esme Hecht. Contemporary American wearable art statement jewelry with vintage-inspire...
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Retro Austrian violet posy brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro carved amethyst and nephrite brooch designed as bouquet of violets with diamond centers, in 18k. Austria. A Retro carved amethyst and nephrite...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage gold black metal pink glass CZECH designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • gold and black tone metal with glass • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku ...
Vintage 15ct Gold, Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch, Circa 1930s
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1930s A circa‑1930 carved shell cameo brooch, mounted in 15ct gold, featuring a finely modelled classical female profile. The piece r...
Gold, 15k Gold
Couture Schiaparelli Gripoix Baretti Glass Faux Sapphires&Pearls Parure 1938-49
Located in Chicago, IL
This couture French Maison Gripoix fabricated faux-sapphire-topped-pearl glass cluster brooch and clip-earrings set dates to around WWII, when Parisian fashion designer Elsa Schiapar...
Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire, Mixed Metal
Mikimoto 18 Karat Yellow Gold Akoya Cultured Pearl Ribbon Pin Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mikimoto 18 Karat Yellow Gold Akoya Cultured Pearl Ribbon Pin Brooch Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 8.5 grams Dimensions: 52 x 21mm Pearls: 5-7mm Akoya white cultured pearls with cre...
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Tiffany & Co. Umbralla Diamond Brooch
Located in London, England
A charming vintage Tiffany & Co. diamond brooch set in 18k yellow gold, circa 1990s.
The brooch is designed as an elegant umbrella, crafted in polished yellow gold and...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Dachshund Brooch Pin 18K Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond 1980s
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Dachshund Brooch Pin 18K Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond 1980s This Bulgari brooch is made in 18k yellow gold as a stylized dachshund, capturing the breed’s distinctive elo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage AVON gold tone faux coral pearl designer brooch
By Avon
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned AVON • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 4...
Vintage art glass fish designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • art glass • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 43 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESI...
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Amethyst and Carved Nephrite Jade Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Amethyst and Carved Nephrite Jade Flower Brooch Details: Length 1.7" x Width 1.7" Weight: 17.7 grams Hallmarked: 750, and a maker's mark In excellen...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Chanel Large Silver Crystal CC Statement Brooch, 2020
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2020 collection The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piece. W...
Vintage signed artisan hand made designer brooch pendant
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed with mark • golden tone faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 41 ...
Tiffany&Co 18k Yellow Gold Mask Brooch / Pendant With Emerald Eyes.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany&Co 18k Yellow Gold Mask Brooch / Pendant With Emerald Eyes. The mask features , with a mix of different textures of the gold, accented with two cabochon emeralds for eye...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
SAINT LAURENT 2022 Cassandre Opyum Snake YSL aged gold textured metal pin brooch
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT 2022 Cassandre Opyum Snake YSL aged gold textured metal pin brooch Reference: CYVN/A00079 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: Fall/Winter 2022...
Robert Lee Morris Large Gilded Gong Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This very simple but strong shape, called a Gong, is gold plated brass, and is 3 inches diameter, a nice size for wearing on a jacket or coat. The way the disc comes to a point, like a classic Coolie hat, is subtle but distinctive. Created in the mid 1980's as part of the huge trend in fashion for Bold Gold jewelry...
Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage gold tone dangle faux pearl designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux pearl • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 61 ❤️❤️...
Antique Allegory of Spring Cameo Brooch in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This cameo brooch beautifully captures the essence of spring with exquisite craftsmanship. The finely carved cameo depicts an allegory of Spring, featuring a serene maiden adorned wi...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès "Pince à Cravate" Tie Bar
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès Lacquered Licol Tie Bar in blue comes with booklet, original pouch and box. Tie not included.
Palladium
Yves Saint Laurent brooch by Roger Scemama circa 1972
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - A Collection circa 1972, under the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. Work from Roger Scémama Atelier. Golden metal brooch with a turquoise-like glass-pa...
Gilt Metal
$1,077Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Chanel brooch by Karl Lagerfeld in Salmon Pink Crusiform 1996
Located in London, GB
This is a famous statement piece brooch from Chanel, designed by Karl Lagerfeld as a stylised flower with a salmon color enamelled centre which is surrounded by eight clear resine pe...
Other, Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s Blue Glass and Enamel Vintage Statement Floral Posy Brooch
Located in Wilmslow, England
This opulent and glamorous brooch features an elaborate floral design and was created in the 1940s. It was most likely made by the American Staret company who specialised in large sc...
Base Metal, Enamel
Butterfly Diamond Enamel Gold 18K Pendant convertible Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Butterfly Diamond Enamel Gold 18K Pendant convertible Brooch. Wings are movable. Total length: approx. 1.40 centimeters / 0.55 inch. Total width: approx. 3.20 centimeters / 1.26 inc...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Victorian French Jet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian French Jet rectangular brooch from the late 19th Century. Round and Pear shaped jet "stones" are mounted on fine wire work mount. 1880's France. ...
Base Metal
White Onyx Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary brooch featuring a floral design, crafted with white onyx petals. The center is adorned with round white diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle and sophistication. Set in...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$50,000 / item
Iconic Verdura Wrapped Heart Peridot Brooch
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Verdura Wrapped Heart Peridot Brooch A brooch featuring cabochon peridots clustered together into a heart shape. With a gold wire framework & a bow motif on the top. Mea...
Peridot, 18k Gold
Antique Hand Made 18K Gold and Silver Dragonfly Brooch, Circa 1880-1910
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Antique, circa 1880-1910, 18K yellow gold and silver handmade dragonfly brooch/pendant slide with sapphire, opal, ruby and diamond. The plique-a-jour wings are pale blue/green ename...
Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Large 18K Textured Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully made piece even though a bit more modern. It has been done in 18K yellow and white gold and set with approximately 2.25cttw in G-I color Vs clarity diamonds. It has bee...
18k Gold
Elegant Faux Emerald and Diamond Plume Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Faux Emerald and Diamond Plume Brooch from the 1960's in gilt metal. High quality, likely made by Polcini to replicate fine period jew...
Gilt Metal
Boucheron Paris 18K Animal Brooch Goat Carrying Clover Yellow Gold
By Boucheron
Located in Fairfield, CT
Boucheron Paris 18K Animal Brooch Goat Carrying Clover Yellow Gold This playful brooch by Boucheron Paris is made in 18k yellow gold as a finely detailed goat with textured fur, bla...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,051Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt Gold Tutti Frutti Brooch with Carved Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
A vibrant and luxurious Tutti Frutti-style brooch crafted in 18kt yellow gold, featuring a lavish mix of carved and faceted gemstones surrounding a central pearl. This exuberant desi...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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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