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Antique 1910 Aquamarine and Diamonds Brooch Platinum Yellow Gold
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A stunning antique 1910 Aquamarine and Diamonds brooch mounted in Platinum over yellow Gold. Set with 2 beautiful Aquamarines weighing ap...
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Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Schreiner Rare Keystone Ruffle Maltese Cross Brooch, # 1
Located in New York, NY
Rarest Schreiner Ruffle series Maltese cross brooch. Of staggered rows of signature inverted and tapered emerald keystone rectangle ruffle stones. Cen...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal

Multi-Colored Gemstone 18k White Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary brooch, that can also be worn as a pendant, featuring approximately 20 carats of multi-colored gemstones, which include topaz, green tourmaline, aquamarine, citrine, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Carved Jade Rock Crystal Gold Lily of the Valley Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Vienna, Austria, circa 1950s The brooch is finely modelled as a lily of the valley. The flower heads are carved from frosted rock crystal and mounted in 14K white gold. Each green le...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hand Painted Portrait Diamond and Seed Pearl Victorian Pendant Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Hand Painted Portrait Brooch Pendant. Depicting a Beautiful Woman from the Victorian era. Rendered with ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CRAFT vintage gold enamel anchor crown designer runway brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CRAFT • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAG...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Handmade Solid Gold GIA Carved Emerald Lapis Ruby Diamond Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Carved Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set Green Color - 40-50ct (approx. based on GIA measurements) (7) Natural Genuine Lapis Lazuli - R...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Heraldic Green Emerald Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Brooches and pins experienced a strong comeback in 2020 and 2021 bringing a touch of vintage and sophistication to almost every ensemble. Both men and women appeared wearing brooches...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian Japanese 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Shakudo Antique Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped form decorated with a raised cameo of Japanese scenery Depicting cherry blossom trees, a house, and two men pulling a woman in a cart with an umbrella Engr...
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1880s Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Copper, Shakudo

Statement 12.5 CTW Sapphire 2.35 CTW Diamond Flower Brooch in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Statement 12.5 CTW Sapphire 2.35 CTW Diamond Flower Brooch in 18K White Gold which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and att...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold 3/8 Cttw Diamond & 5 4/5 Cttw Blue Sapphire Bumblebee Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your ensemble with the enchanting charm of this bumblebee brooch, impeccably crafted from 18K yellow gold. This elegant pin is a treasure trove of natural beauty, featuring w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

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

15 Carat Gold Hallmarked Etruscian Brooch Set with Old Cut Diamonds, Birmingham
Located in London, GB
15ct Gold Hallmarked Etruscian Brooch set with Old Cut Diamonds,Birmingham 1897 Pretty etruscian work with filagree and 3 diamonds in a clover formation. This brooch is in very good ...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tulip Brooch No. 100B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver pin or brooch. Model no. 100B. Designed by Georg Jensen. In the form of a hand-hammered, stylized tulip flowers and berries. Simply a wonderfu...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Brooch Detail: Material: 18k yellow gold Stone: amethyst, the drop is approx. 6mm in width an...
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20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold

CHANEL beige raffia Camelia flower gold CC logo big pin brooch
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL beige raffia Camelia flower gold CC logo big pin brooch Reference: YIKK/A00212 Brand: Chanel Material: Raffia Color: Beige, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Pin Extra Details: Gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Art Nouveau 2.3 Carat Diamonds and Pearls Platinum Pendant-Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Belle epoque Art Nouveau diamonds and pearls Platinum pendant-brooch. Probably France. Condition: Good. Old European and old mine cut diamonds. Total approximate diamond carat weigh...
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1930s French Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

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...
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20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage NINA RICCI gold faux emerald pearl turquoise dangle designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NINA RICCI • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 3.5" by 1.75" CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal s...
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Antique Diamond Bird Brooch of Silver & 9ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This enchanting Victorian era brooch (circa 1880) depicts a finely detailed parrot, its form crafted in silver and set with glittering diamonds. The bird perches gracefully on a 9ct ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Silver

Curly Sheep, Sterling silver pin pendant Melanie Yazzie Navajo, Native American
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Curly Sheep, Sterling silver pin pendant Melanie Yazzie Navajo, Native American Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regarded multimedia artist known for her printmaking, pai...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermes Paris Fox Brooch Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Eyes c.1960
Located in Fairfield, CT
Hermes Paris Fox Brooch Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Eyes c.1960 This vintage Hermès brooch captures the elegant form of a fox in mid-pose, made with richly textured 18k yellow gold...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ANTON JANDA Austria 1950 Parure Set In 14Kt Gold Diamonds. Nephrite & Amethysts
Located in Miami, FL
Brooch and earrings parure designed by Anton Janda. This is a magnificent set composed by a brooch and a pair of earrings, created in Vienna Austria back in the 1950 by the master g...
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1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Paste Set Monkey
Located in New York, NY
Charming paste set monkey dangling from a bar. Completely set in sterling with handmounted pastes circa 1880s. Unusual novelty piece from the Victorian era.
Excellent condition.
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendent/Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Pendent-Brooch composed of an oval decorated with interlacing punctuated with white pearls. 18K yellow gold frame. French work. Dimensions: 3.30 x 3.00 cm. Gross weight: 7.53 g.
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold, Agate, & Diamond Mourning Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique mourning brooch. In the form of a black agate circle with 5 diamonds flush set in an 'X' matrix or cross pattern. With a 14k yellow gold mount. Engraved to the rev...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 14k Gold

Sterlé Paris 1960 Paradise Bird Brooch In 18Kt & Platinum With 6.72 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Paradise bird brooch necklace designed by Pierre Sterlé (1905-1978). An impressive piece of jewelry, created in Paris France at the jewelry ateli...
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

David Webb Multigem and Diamond Floral Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Multigem and Diamond Floral Gold Brooch Description: A bold and richly detailed brooch by David Webb, designed as a stylized floral cross composed of vibrant cabochon and...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin 18k Yellow gold flower basket brooch, adorned with vivid sapphires Emeralds and rubies, as well as 2.95 ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 2.5" x 2 3". 18 Karat gold Weight - 45 grams. Sapphires blue and yellow 7.7 ct Emerald 2.93 cts Natural pearl 19...
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2010s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Victorian Vintage Diamond Brooch Platinum Brooch Pin circa early 1900's art deco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage art deco Brooch pin Platinum approx 32 grams Natural Diamonds approx 5.0 carat mix sizes and qualities, center stone is 5.0mm, six others are 4.0mm the rest is approx 2.0 m...
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Early 19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Circa 1870s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Amazing Birds Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 11.3 grams. Totally is diamond about 1.75 ct. Totally is ruby 0.08 ct. Acid tested to be 9k real gold. Please contact for any questions.
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1870s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold

Antique White Gold Diamond Brooch as a Bouquet of Flowers with a Bow
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful, antique white gold diamond brooch as a bouquet of flowers with a bow. Set with a lot of old cut diamonds. Including certificate of authenticity and box.
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Authentic Vintage Tiffany & Co. Scalloped Heart Brooch & Pendant in 18K Yellow G
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautifully crafted vintage piece by Tiffany & Co. features a romantic scalloped heart design in rich 18K yellow gold. Elegantly dimensional, it functions as both a brooch and a...
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1980s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond with Yellow Sapphire Brooch/Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 1.28 carats with Yellow Sapphire 1.78 carats Brooch/Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.2 cm Length: 6.0 cm Total Weight: 9.59 grams ...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

An Early 20th Century Opal And Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century opal and diamond brooch, the oval cabochon-cut black opal, measuring approximately 1.8 x 1.2cm, to the centre of a rectangular rose-cut diamond-set surround wit...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 1920s Carved Emerald & Diamond Fruit Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with two carved Colombian Emeralds weighing a total of 91.42 carats, and Marquise and Old European cut Diamonds weighing 15.00 carats. Circa 1920s 1 7/8 x ...
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1920s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1890 Victorian Red Enamel Rubinstein Gold Medal Pin with Ruby
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a wonderful Victorian medal pin crafted in 14K yellow gold and vibrant red enamel that depicts Anton Rubinstein. The pin depicts an intricately...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1990s Elegant Costume Jewelry Brooch by Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1990s Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) costume jewelry brooch is an exquisite example of the bold, glamorous aesthetic for which the brand was ...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

18K White Gold and Silver Victorian Diamond Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
18K Gold and Silver Victorian antique diamond brooch, showcasing dazzling old-cut diamonds in an exquisite floral design. Featuring a 2.86 European cut diamond in the center, 30 old ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Georgian Aquamarine Lapis Cannetille Pendant Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Georgian Aquamarine and Lapis Cannetille Pendant-Brooch of beautiful quality and condition. Extraordinary detailed gold work forms the surrounds fo...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels S-Shaped Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lined along the center of an elegant S shape, this brooch has multiple diamonds in varying sizes weighing a total of 1.20 carat. The S is outlined with 18 karat yellow gold in twiste...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 12.50 Carats Total Old European Cut Diamond Eight Point Star Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A diamond star brooch of 49 old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 12.50 carats total, set on an antique-style prong setting. Accented with a silver topped gold mounting. C...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Mid-Century Modern Gold, Diamond, & Baroque Pearl Figural Dove Brooch or Bar Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine figural dove or bird pin. In 14k yellow gold. Set with a lightly iridescent, baroque pearl for the dove's body and a small single cut diamond for the dove's eye. The dove m...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

House Pins by LUCINDA vintage unique brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • epoxy over card stock paper • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 43 ❤️...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Belle Epoque Platinum & Gold Aquamarine Ruby Diamond and Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Aquamarine - Square Step Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Light Blue Color - 18.9x18.9mm (approx.) Numerous Natural Genuine Rubies - Calibre Special Cut ...
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19th Century Belle Époque Antique Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Vintage gold tone faux turquoise stick pin
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux turquoise • vintage designer stick pin MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku ...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Art Deco Royal Crown Brooch, Coro
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Deco Royal Crown Brooch, Coro. High quality manufacture set in rhodium metal with pave work, hand set with tiny emerald cabs and squares. Uns...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rhodium

Tsavorite and 14 Karat White Gold Starfish Brooch and Pendant
Located in Berkeley, CA
This beautiful detailed white gold starfish pin/ pendant is 1.8 carats aprox of Tsavorite green set in 14 karat white gold. Tsavorite is mined in the Tsavo mine in Keyna's Tsavo East...
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Early 2000s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Diamond Carved Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Turtle brooch with 27 diamonds totals approx. 0.98 ct.
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Sterle Paris Gold Leaf Pin Brooch Clip
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
French chic leaf clip created by an exquisite Jewelry House Pierre Sterle in Paris in the 1950's. Perfect proportions, gracious lines and beautiful texture are the highlights of this...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage SWAROVSKI gold crystal flower brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SWAROVSKI swan logo • gold tone with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of ...
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20th Century Brooches

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning flower brooch is made in 18k yellow gold and is full of diamonds. The negative space gives the brooch great dimension and an ethereal floral layout. The center of the f...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Floral Brooch in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Floral Brooch in Platinum This Brooch takes the form of a stylized flower, gracefully rendered in platinum and adorned with a dazzling array of round brilliant, baguette, an...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Egyptian Revival Enamel Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
The "Winged Globe" of Egypt is a powerful ancient symbol of divine protection and authority, traditionally found above temple entrances and worn by Egyptian royalty to invoke the gua...
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1910s Egyptian Revival Vintage Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, Enamel

Signed Edwardian 14K Gold & Blister Pearl Figural Flower Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Edwardian gold stickpin. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the form of a stylized flower with a blister pearl as the pistil. The flower encircled by a vine with a blister p...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Clover Flower Brooch 14 Karat Gold Mid-Century Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and rare Cartier Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Clover Flower Clip Brooch. The stunning jewel is an Antique brooch by Cartier dating to ci...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Feather Brooch set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 6.50 carats and Diamond 0.40 carat Feather Brooch set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 3.0 cm Length:8.9 cm Total Weight: 18.44 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Russian Gold Brooch And Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold russian brooch pendant in artnovo style open work with estimate old mind cut diamond weight of 2 carats can be used as a pendant and br...
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1890s Antique Brooches

Retro 1940s 14K Gold Pin/Pendant Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This striking Retro-era pin/pendant from the 1940s is a bold and glamorous example of mid-century design. Crafted in warm 14k gold, the piece features a dramatic fan and ribbon motif...
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural light blue aquamarine - 24 Carats Pear Shaped red ruby - 6 Carats Natural Garnets, Tsavorite and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Gar...

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Textured Long Vivid Twist Swirl Wave Leaf Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Textured Long Vivid Twist Swirl Wave Leaf Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooc...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

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 GucciVersaceDior 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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