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Victorian Amethyst Diamond Seed Pearl Pin Brooch 1ct 14K Yellow Gold Advent
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique Victorian 1.03ct Amethyst Diamond Seed Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Stunning Christmas Advent Calendar Pin 100% Natur...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold & Seed Pearl Victorian Horseshoe Crescent Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Lovely, Victorian crescent shaped brooch. Features a lucky horseshoe centre & floral detailing, ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Marcel Boucher flower brooch, rhodium enameled flowers and leaves, signed MB
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Brooch with 2 flowers by Marcel Boucher, enamelled in light blue and yellow, a large cut rhinestone as a pistil. Dimenstions: Height 7cm Width 5cm Diameter of the 2 flowers approx. ...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium

HARGO CREATIONS Maltese Cross Enamel & Crystal Rhinestone Brooch, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960's Hargo Creations Maltese Cross brooch designed in gold metal embellished with enamel and crystal faceted rhinestones. Hargo Creations (1955-1968) was a New York based costume ...
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1960s American Renaissance Revival Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Tiffany & Co Estate Heart & Arrow Brooch Silver By Paloma Picasso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Heart & Arrow Brooch Silver By Paloma Picasso TIF233 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS!! FREE SHIPPING...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Silver

Large 4" Salamander Lizard Crystal Gold Plated Brooch by Maresco 1980s
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Exceptional salamander lizard gecko made by Maresco is the 1980s. He is bold, and flashy in pristine condition. The gold plated brass animal is totally encrusted with Swarovski rhinestones from his nose to the tip of his tail. He has gold plated feet and legs paved with emerald green stones and his eyes peer out in green, also. There is a ladder ridge along his spine with channel set emerald cut stepped foiled stones...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage Opal, Ruby and Diamond Brooch, hallmarked 1967
Located in London, GB
This mesmerising brooch depicts a lively bouquet of flowers. Master craftsmanship is on display in the flowers and leaves of the piece crafted from iridescent opals. Are 0.10 carat r...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Jade Spider Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical vintage brooch features a finely crafted spider design set in 14k yellow gold, with a smooth, polished jade cabochon forming the body. Detailed gold legs add lifelike ...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès 1960's Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Mistigri Cat Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized cat based off of a Jean Cocteau drawing With swirling fur, tendril-like whiskers, and texture throughout Featuring bead set round brilliant and single cut diam...
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1960s Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Opal and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian opal and diamond brooch, the oval cabochon-cut opal measuring approximately 14.3 x 11mm, yellow gold claw-set to the centre of an old-cut d...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 18K Platinum Ruby Old European Cut Diamond Feather Leaf Brooch 11.68cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Vintage brooch circa the 1960’s done in 18K and platinum and set with numerous natural Burmese rubies weight approximately 11.50cttw as well as .65cttw in G-J color Vs2-Si2 clarity d...
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

DISNEY signed goofy gold tone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed DISNEY • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 40 ❤️❤️ VINTAG...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Round Diamond Encrusted Ribbon Bow Brooch / Pendant in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This versatile bow/ribbon design piece, set in 14 karat white gold, exudes a blend of elegance and luxury. Adorned with a stunning array of diamonds, it sparkles and shimmers like a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Enveloped in a sea of 60.26 carats of fancy vivid yellow diamonds is this tour de force of jewelry craftsmanship from the collaboration of jewelry legends Fred Leighton and Carvin French. Made for Patricia Kluge...
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20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamonds Blue Enamel Gold Ladybug Brooch Made in Italy
Located in Valenza, AL
Gilberto Cassola 18Kt Gold Ladybug Brooch with White Diamonds and Baby Blue Enamel Body with Blue Dots. Handmade in our Atelier in Valenza Italy. The Piece is Mainly in 18Kt Yellow ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Golden Ruby and Diamond Floral Brooch.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Golden Ruby and Diamond Floral Brooch. This exquisite leaf-shaped brooch is adorned with rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, bead-set in white gold, featuring a stunning fluted textur...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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.
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Large En Tremblant Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Victorian silver topped 18K gold floral design 'en tremblant' brooch set with old cushion and old rose cut diamonds. French hallmarks, circa 1880. Length 10 cm (4 in.) - Width ± 5....
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Vintage Diamond and Yellow Gold Pheasant Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
This vintage 14 karat yellow gold pheasant brooch captures the graceful form of a bird mid-flight with beautifully rendered detail. Set with a sin...
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20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unusual Arts and Crafts Platinum, Gold and Onyx Brooch, F.G. Hale
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Arts and Crafts Platinum, Gold and Onyx Brooch circa 1910 attributed to Frank Gardner Hale. Platinum is rarely used in Arts and Crafts period esp...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, Platinum

Vintage MONET signed gold tone rhinestones bird designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 47...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Vintage matte gold heart designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 44 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGN...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Leaf Brooch with Frogs in White Gold, Diamonds and Tsavorites
Located in BILBAO, ES
Leaf Brooch With Gold, Black Rhodium Leaf with 226 Round-cut Tsavorites Four Frogs with 7 Diamonds each one in brilliant-cut Stem with 59 Diamonds in brilliant-cut 18k Gold 16.20gr ...
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Early 2000s Spanish Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Cartier Black Panthere Diamond Emerald Black Finish 18K white gold Brooch
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No.: 31110213 ■Brand: Cartier ■Name: Black Panthere brooch ■Material: Diamond,Emerald, black finish, 750 K18 WG white gold ■Comes with: Cartier Box, Case, Cartier Repair Certif...
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2010s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mouse Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorable antique Victorian in yellow gold with ruby eyes. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 7.9 Grams Measurements: 55.9 x 12 mm
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique 9k Yellow Gold Shell Cameo "Hebe and the Eagle of Jupiter" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique shell cameo brooch features the mythological scene of Hebe, the goddess of youth, offering nectar to the eagle of Jupiter. Finely carved in natural shell and framed in 9...
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20th Century Brooches

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage porcelain mink fur lady’s head designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • porcelain with mink fur • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 43 ❤️❤️...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Antique vintage brooch representing a bouquet composed of an antique cushion-cut diamond da...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.
Located in SE
Old European Butterfly brooch dating from ca. 18th century with 2 natural Rubies and 29 sparkling rose cut Diamonds set in Silver , 10K Rose and Green Gold. One Ruby is of old table...
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Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver

Trifari by Diane Love, Mystical Animal Brooch
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...
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1970s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bunny Rabbit Brooch
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
A Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bunny Rabbit Brooch is a charming and collectible piece of jewelry, blending traditional craftsmanship with ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Set Diamond and Yellow Gold Swallow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 0.55 Ct diamond and 0.04 Ct ruby, 21k yellow gold and silver set swallow brooch; part of our antique diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional Victorian swallow brooch...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Diamond 18 Karat Gold American Bald Eagle Pin with Ruby Eyes
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Stunning details on this vintage 18kt solid gold , diamond flying American bald eagle pin with ruby eye . Rollover clasp on backside . Marked 18kt with faded...
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Late 20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique Ruby, Diamond, Pearl Luckenbooth Heart Crown Circle Brooch, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century, luckenbooth double witch's heart brooch, with one heart set with Burma rubies and the other set with old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, surmounted with a coronet, set with three, natural seed pearls, above a row of old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with a knife edge circular surround, set with alternating rubies and old-cut diamonds, in claw settings, mounted in 14ct gold, with the grain set diamonds in silver-upon-gold. American, circa 1910. Luckenbooth brooches are traditional Scottish love tokens. They are usually a heart shaped brooch, often with a crown or coronet above one heart, or two intertwined hearts, with similar motifs to the Claddagh ring. European Heart-shaped brooches date back to late medieval period but this design probably did not appear in Scotland before the 17th century. It became very popular in the 19th century, featuring in the ranges of Scottish manufacturing jewellers, for the Highland outfitter and tourist trades. They are typically made of silver, although gold heart brooches were made for wealthy people and may be engraved or set with stones. The name comes from the Luckenbooths of Edinburgh. Luckenbooth is a Scots word for a lockable stall or workshop. Originating in the 15th century, they were the city's first permanent shops, situated on the Royal Mile near St. Giles Cathedral. Initially housing mainly silversmiths and goldsmiths. They were demolished in 1817. The brooches were often given as a betrothal or wedding gift. It might have been worn as a charm, by a nursing mother to help her milk flow or be pinned to a baby’s clothing. It was also known as a witch-brooch to protect children from evil. By the mid-18th century, Luckenbooth tokens featured heavily as trade silver...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage signed gold tone glass designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • gold tone with glass • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 46 ❤️❤️ VINTA...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Art Nouveau 14k Gold & Platinum Diamond Ruby Enamel Work Floral Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Pinkish Red Color - 0.14ctw (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds- Round Brilliant & Old European ...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K Gold 1960's Maltese Lapis, Enamel Cross Style Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 1960's Lapis, White Enamel and Diamond Maltese Cross Style Brooch is a remarkable piece of jewelry that captures the essence of David Webb's iconic style. Crafted in a combination of platinum and 18K yellow gold, this brooch showcases a cross-style design, reminiscent of the Maltese cross. The center of the cross features a vibrant blue lapis lazuli gemstone, exuding a rich and captivating hue. The cross is enhanced by intricate enamel work, adding depth and a pop of color to the design. Measuring 2.7 inches wide, this brooch makes a bold and impactful statement. The double pin closure ensures secure and versatile wearing options, allowing the brooch to be worn on various garments. The craftsmanship and attention to detail exemplify the quality that David Webb is known for. This brooch is a true testament to the timeless beauty and artistry of vintage David Webb jewelry...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

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

WESTERN GERMANY signed vintage gold designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed WESTERN GERMANY • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with some signs of wear Sku 41 ❤️❤️ VIN...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb
Located in Lisbon, PT
Leitão & Irmão Portuguese crown jewelers antique late 19th century diamond star brooch and convertible tortoise shell hair piece in silver and yellow gold, Portugal, circa 1880. This highly collectible Victorian jewel is composed by an old-cut diamond-set star mounted in silver-on-gold which is mounted onto a two-leg tortoise shell hair comb...
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1880s Portuguese Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18k Yellow Gold Skull and Bones Lapel Pin / Tie Tack
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold statement with our 18k Yellow Gold Skull and Bones Lapel Pin/Tie Tack, a fusion of edgy style and luxury. Expertly crafted, this accessory features a detailed skull and c...
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Antique 14k Gold & Seed Pearl Crescent Moon Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold and pearl pin. In the form of a crescent moon. In 14k gold. Set with 10 small seed pearls. Marked to the reverse with a cros...
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage silver tone colorful rhinestones brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone with rhinestones • vintage brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 46 ❤️❤️ VIN...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Vintage silver tone navette rhinestones faux pearls designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone with rhinestones and faux pearls • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

David Webb Yellow Gold Panther Pin Brooch Pendant Charm
Located in New York, NY
This vintage David Webb brooch features a gorgeous leopard design intricately articulated for realistic movement. The brooch is crafted in 18...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Antique Floral Diamond Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Antique Floral Diamond Brooch, in platinum, adorned with round brilliant, marquise, and baguette diamonds. Measuring 2.5 inches in length and 1.75 inches in width, this brooch is a c...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari Vintage Bring Back The Brooch 34 Carat Pave Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Feasterville, PA
The story goes that pop-art figure Andy Warhol once said: “I always visit the Bulgari store, because it is the most important museum of contemporary art...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Marcasite Seahorse Brooch with Pale Blue Rhinestone
Located in London, GB
Lovely sterling silver seahorse brooch set with marcasites, and a pale blue rhinestone. We have given the brooch a light clean. This small brooch measures length 2.5 cm / .98 inch b...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

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Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Vintage matte gold colorful glass brooch designer runway
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • 2.5" by 2" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ V...
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Antique Victorian Insect Beetle Brooch Carnelian Pearl Glass Silver Gilt
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Victorian brooch is designed in the naturalistic style popular in the last quarter of the 19th century. The expressive beetle was handcrafted in the 1880's out of silver. The in...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Exquisite Vintage Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch/Pendant 4.85ct Total Weight
Located in Boston, MA
This magnificent Art Deco period brooch exemplifies the sophisticated craftsmanship of the era, masterfully handcrafted in pure platinum with remarkable attention to detail. The piec...
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1930s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Remarkable French Belle Epoque Movable Enamel Leaves Flower Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Amazing versatile brooch created in France in the 1890's. It is a very special and important piece of jewelry! The way it was designed and made puts it amongst the masterpieces of je...
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1930s French Vintage Brooches

15ct Gold Victorian Bow Shaped Heart & Arrow Brooch with Etruscan Gold Work
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Bow Brooch 15ct Gold Tagged Circa 1870s This stunning Victorian brooch is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship. Fashioned from 15ct yellow gold, it is designed in a beaut...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 1780 Georgian Brooch Miniature Pencil Drawing on Paper Silver Paste
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This chaming piece of jewellery was created around 1780 as a clasp for a bracelet or necklace. In the early 19th century it was converted into a brooch. The pencil drawing shows the ...
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1780s British George III Antique Brooches

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Lucite Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Lucite Cat Brooch from the 1930's. Cat is hand carved and reverse painted with highlights on ears and polka dot bow tie. Hand painted glas...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique 15ct Gold Pearl and Diamond Victorian Scarf Pin
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Scarf Pin 15ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Chester 1897 Fabulous, Victorian scarf pin. Features the most beautiful, yellow gold Etruscan work....
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Micro Mosaic Pin
Located in New York, NY
A rare and beautiful Victorian 14K yellow gold Venetian glass floral designed micro mosaic Brooch The central panel showcases a bouquet of colorful flowers, meticulously crafted from...
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Early 1900s Italian Victorian Antique Brooches

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14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Diamond Flower Brooch made in 14k, with work on the stem and leaves of the flower. The total weight of the 15 grams. The length is 2 5/8."
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. Not a...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1920s Diamond and Ruby Dog Brooch in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage diamond and ruby dog brooch set in platinum, circa 1920s. The main body of the dog is pavé set with around 156 eight-cut diamonds, with the eye set with a pinkis...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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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