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Yellow Topaz Sapphire Emerald Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This intricately designed piece can be worn as both a pendant and a brooch. The 14K Yellow Gold is set with one centering fancy-cut topaz and enhanced with round emeralds, sapphires,...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Sword Pin with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Rubies 0.13 carat approx. Limited Edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little thing...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Turquoise Shiva Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Shiva 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Turquoise Brooch with 53 round and small cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.22 carats, and 1 ruby. Signed "...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Brooch 18K Gold Carved Carnelian Intaglio
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Egyptian revival brooch is of outstanding quality. It was created out of 18 karat gold in the late 1860's / 1870's. The revolving scarab is made out of a carved and a carnel...
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1860s European Egyptian Revival Antique Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

David Webb Carved Jade Diamond and Ruby Seahorse Brooch
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Carved Jade Diamond and Ruby Seahorse Brooch Description: A whimsical and bold creation by David Webb, this brooch features a carved jade seahorse adorned with a diamond-...
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20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

CRAFT vintage gold enamel Royal Navy 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

Trifari Jeweled Rooster Brooch, Jeweled Symphony Series
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Jeweled Rooster Brooch from the Jeweled Symphony series from the 1950's. Rhodium plated set with hundreds of vari sized cut pastes and pave with...
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1950s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rhodium

A diamond, emerald and ruby en tremblant dragonfly brooch
Located in London, GB
A diamond, emerald and ruby en tremblant dragonfly brooch, the thorax set with the an old European-cut diamond estimated to weigh 1.1 carats, assessed to be of H-I colour and VS clar...
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1950s British Victorian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Alluring Beauty 9.65 Carat Fancy Cut Natural Loose Amethyst from Brazil
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst Weight : 9.65 Carats Dimensions : 15.3x12.4x10 mm Clarity : Eye Clean Origin : Brazil Color: Purple Shape: Fancy Certificate: On Demand Month: February As an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Amethyst

Victorian 44.50 Ct Madeira Citrine 18 KT Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Victorian period large brooch is 1880 ca Skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold Marvelous leaf work around the frame detailed with carving Centrally set with a s...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

MIRIAM HASKELL signed vintage gold fleur de lis designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MIRIAM HASKELL • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 43 ❤️❤️...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Antique Art Deco Large 9.68 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, impressive and large antique Art Deco 9.68 carat diamond and platinum brooch; part of our diverse Art Deco diamond jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressiv...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Trifari Mid Century Poodle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Trifari Mid Century Poodle Brooch from the 1950's. Gilt poodle with pave accents with emerald baguette collar and faux ruby cab eye. This design...
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique Scotch Pebble And Silver Brooch dated Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Antique Scotch Pebble And Silver Brooch dated Circa 1890 Typical Scottish Brooch with really nice examples of scotch pebble and beautifully hand crafted silver leaves.
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1880s English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Silver

Trifari Bug on Leaf Suite
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Bug on Leaf Suite with white enamel from the 1960's. A tiny bug in pastes is set on the brooch and matching earrings. Pave baguett...
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1960s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Rosior One-off "Strelicia" Yellow Gold Brooch set with multicolor gemstones
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary Brooch featuring a "Strelicia" set in Yellow Gold in different assembled pieces with: - 319 Tsavorites with 4,93 ct; - 224 Emeralds with 2,04 ct; - 148 green Dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Green Sa...

Rosior one-off Ruby and Diamond "Flower" Brooch set in White Gold
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas Contemporary White Gold "Flower" Brooch set with: - 296 Rubis with 11,53ct, - 16 Diamonds with 0,19ct. Black Rhodium Finnishing. Unique piece accompanied with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Opal Diamond White Gold Brooch by Prof. Friedrich Becker
Located in Berlin, DE
This captivating and very flexible brooch by Prof. Friedrich Becker can be worn in many different ways, due to the extraordinary precise mechanical workmanship. It is made of white gold with 6 boulder opals and 6 ca. 0.2 carat brilliant cut diamonds mounted on each rotatable intersection. The fantastic design with its beautiful radiant stones is a real eyecatcher! Friedrich Becker was one of the most outstanding artistic personalities of our time. As an internationally renowned goldsmith, as a creator of kinetic jewelry...
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1980s German Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Gold Floral Brooch, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Gold Floral Brooch made in 18k yellow gold. The total weight of the brooch is 13.54 grams. The dimensions are 2 3/8 inch x 1.38 inch wide.
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold

Vintage starfish silver tone rhinestone pearl designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone with rhinestones and faux pearl • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of w...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Vintage CORO cat gold pearl belly turquoise eyes designer pin brooch
By Coro
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CORO • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear SKU 34 ❤️❤️...
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Estate Cartier Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Four Leaf Clover Clip Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful estate Cartier four leaf clover with heart-shaped leaves and ruby gemstones clip pendant brooch. A perfect sentiment of luck and love. Artistic design, excellent workmanship and multi-faceted use - this piece may be worn as a pendant or a brooch, perhaps even as a bracelet centerpiece when clipped to a gold chain link bracelet or a stylish wide velvet ribbon. It is quite striking when cliped to a simple gold band...
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Mid-20th Century French Romantic Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Riker Bros 14k Gold & Ruby Figural Cockatrice or Dragon & Arrow Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique figural stickpin. In 14k yellow gold. In the form of a dragon with a ruby eye and intertwined with an arrow. Marked to the reverse for with the Riker Brothers' make...
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20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

CHANEL gold & strass 21P CC PENDENT HEART Brooch
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel heart brooch in beige gold-tone metal is a romantic yet bold statement piece. Featuring a signature textured CC pendant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Rene Boivin Joaillier by Francoise Cailles (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
The French version of the rare monograph on Rene Boivin. A highly sought after book!!! To quote the Primavera Gallery, "René Boivin was thus introduced to the world of high fashion ...
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20th Century Brooches

Blue Sapphire Poppy Flower Brooch Crafted in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Poppy Flower Brooch Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and attention to detail, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1970s David Webb Leopard Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in black and brown enamel over 18k yellow gold and platinum with Cabochon Emerald eyes and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 2 x 4 inches
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage Christian Dior Fancy Cut Crystal Bee Pin/Brooch 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An adorable Vintage Dior Bee Brooch. Signifying one of Monsieur Dior's original codes of the House within a wonderfully glamourous 1980s design. A perf...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Amythest Crystal and Pearl Brooch, Schreiner
Located in New York, NY
Large Amythest Crystal and Faux Pearl Brooch attributed to Schreiner. Large pear shaped amythest crystals are studded with smaller foiled amythest crystals and a series of pearl stud...
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Red enamel spider brooch, Gold tone, Diamante
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic large vintage spider brooch. Crafted in a rich gold tone metal, it is a good sized piece, well designed and it is set with sparkling diamante to the body and eyes. The ...
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Late 20th Century British Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Estate Buccellati GIA Certified Orange Citrine, Diamond Pin/Pendant 18KG 21.8gm
Located in New York, NY
Estate Buccellati GIA Certified Orange Citrine, Peridot, Pink Tourmaline Diamond Pin /Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold 21.8 gm* Sign piece by Designer Buccellati 18 K gold COMES WITH...
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Early 2000s Brooches

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Diamond, Citrine, Peridot, Platinum, 18k Gold

1900 English GIA 3.0ct Royal Blue No-Heat Sapphires Diamonds Crescent 14K Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Authentic 1900s Antique Edwardian English GIA Royal Blue Unheated Sapphires & Old Cut Diamonds Crescent Moon 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pin A super rare and highly collectible, this...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Blue and Gold Tone Enamel Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès Blue enamel brooch featuring a gold-plated hardware, a front flower motive, a back bar-pin a back logo pitted. Made in France, pitted Hermès at back Circa 1990s Length: 1.7...
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1990s French Brooches

Antique Diamond Mourning Brooch, Pendant, Black Enamel and 15k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This is truly one of the most spectacular and beautiful antique mourning brooches of its design. It is a very large sized brooch and can also be worn as a pendant, it is a knot form with engraved tendrils forming the knot shape, encompassing a central panel of black enamel. The black enamel oval is decorated with a stunning floral display set with rose cut diamonds that have the wonderful low light twinkle and glint of the old rose cuts. The tendrils take on a naturalist form with lead finials...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, 15k Gold

CHANEL silver metal 22C DUBAI CC BEADS ROUND Brooch
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel round brooch in silver-tone metal is crafted from a continuous chain of polished metal beads, forming both the circular silhouette and the iconic interlock...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Victorian Scottish Malachite Serpent Pins
Located in Stamford, CT
The unique vibrant green color of malachite is beautiful set in the gold or heavily gold cased setting of these cloak pins. Malachite has natural back stripes in the stone. When gold...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Malachite, 15k Gold

Vintage KJL KENNETH JAY LANE signed silver tone rhinestone panther brooch
By KJL
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KJL KENNETH JAY LANE • silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Vintage 1940s Retro 40.00 Carat Aquamarine Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with an Aquamarine weighing approximately 40.00 carats and Single cut Diamonds. Circa 1940s 1 7/8 x 1 7/8 inches
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

TRIFARI crown vintage sugned leaf gold rhinestone pearls designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI crown • gold tone with rhinestones and faux pearls • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal s...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880
Located in London, GB
A poignant and beautifully crafted example of Victorian mourning jewellery, this antique brooch dates to around 1880. The piece features an intricately carved floral design, formed f...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Large Ed Wiener NYC Modernist 14K Gold & Diamond Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist brooch. By Ed Wiener, the renowned New York City Mid-Century jewelry maker. Comprising 2 conjoined abstract 3-prong elements. One set with a round cut diamond to its end. Secured with a pin and catch to its reverse. Ed Wiener was one of the most important jewelry designers in post-war New York City. His form language contributed greatly to the vocabulary of 20th Century jewelry design, and his work is held in both major museums & important private collections. Marked to the reverse EW / 14K. Simply a wonderful Ed Wiener brooch...
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20th Century American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Large Antique Etruscan Revival 14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Garnet Disc Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Superb quality antique Etruscan Revival gold and cabochon garnet Greek key motif disk brooch. Centered by a substantial 16mm round deep red cabochon garnet set in a rope twist frame ...
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19th Century European Etruscan Revival Antique Brooches

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow 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

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Violin Brooch Birmingham 1892 Hallmark
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Victorian novelty brooch is designed in the shape of a violin. It is created out of sterling silver. The body of the violin is decorated with engraved flowers an leaves. On the ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Syna Yellow Gold Sword Pin with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Rubies 0.13 carat approx. Limited Edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little thing...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Art Deco 79.00 Ct Untreated Large Madeira Citrine Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Tres Chic This amazingly large 79.00 CT natural untreated Madeira Citrine of the most wonderful colour, large oval faceted cut, very rare when untreated So chic and unique late Art D...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Interchangeable Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Brooch, Platinum and Palladium
Located in New York, NY
An Interchangeable Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Brooch crafted in Platinum and Palladium. The total diamond weight is appx. 3.10 carats, 1.15 carats of rubies, and 1.15 carats of sapph...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Palladium, Platinum

Coral, Rock Crystal, Diamonds, Onyx, Rubies, Sapphires, Agate, Platinum Brooch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic basket shape brooch in platinum and 18 kt white gold structure mounted with sapphires, rubies, diamonds and green agate in the upper part. The lower part is mounted with a...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

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Onyx, Sapphire, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Diamond, Crystal, Coral, Agate, Plat...

Victorian diamond crescent moon, celestial jewel from late 19th century
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian diamond crescent moon in 18 karat gold and silver. Celestial brooch depicting a crescent moon set with numerous antique-cut diamonds. The estimated total diamond weight is ...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Signed Cartier Mid-Century Modern 18K Yellow & White Gold Two-Tone Ribbon Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern brooch. In 18 karat yellow & white gold. By Cartier. In the form of a ribbon or folded scarf. With yellow gold lattice above a worked white gold backgro...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Sapphire & Crystal Drops Brooch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel mint condition oversize jewel brooch. Sapphire and crystal combination with silver tone metal. Collection K 2017. Comes with origina dust cover or box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Sapphire

Vintage NAPIER signed gold tone rhinestone bow designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 4...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Vintage Austrian Carved Rock Crystal and Diamond Lily of the Valley Clip Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A lovely vintage brooch realistically modeled as a stalk of lily of the valley, set with frosted carved rock crystal flowerheads, each suspending a sparkling full cut diamond, to a carved serpentine leaf. Austrian hallmarks. C 1950 Measurements: 3 3/16" x 1 1/4" Diamonds: estimated 1 carat Markings: 750, domestic gold hallmark left facing elephant head, J H maker's mark in double heart indicating this piece was made by Johann Hoburka...
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1950s Austrian Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Natural Pearl & Diamond Brooch Shaped like an Iris. Incredible Quality.
Located in Southbury, CT
Brooch, necklace enhancer, pendant: It's all of these things and so much more. My question is, why is it still for sale? What is the matter with you people? I mean, seriously. Do you...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Marcel Boucher Aquamarine Retro Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Boucher massive retro faux aquamarine floral clip brooch. Of gold over rhodium plate base metal, crystal rhinestone pave with rectangular baguette accents.. Excellent Conditio...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Unusual Art Deco Opal Flapper Cameo
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Unusual Art Deco Opal Flapper Cameo brooch from the 1920's set in 14k filigreed gold. A young woman is expertly carved in a wonderful opal with a flower in her short bob wit...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Louis Comfort Tiffany Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Tiffany Arts and Crafts Era Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch circa 1910's by Louis Comfort Tiffany with Julia Munson in 18k gold. Large peacock...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Vintage Victorian Opal Ruby Stone Diamond Owl Brooch Silver Unisex Pin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Victorian Opal Ruby Stone Diamond Owl Brooch Silver Unisex Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and owl, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with lov...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare Trifari Art Deco Fruit Salad Suite, KTF Alfred Phillipe
Located in New York, NY
Rare Trifari Art Deco Fruit Salad Suite, KTF by Alfred Phillipe circa 1930's. A matching set with brooch and bracelet covered in faux ruby, emerald and sapphire fruits set in gilt me...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

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...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Mazer Retro Bow Knot Brooch Demi Parure
Located in New York, NY
Mazer Retro massively scaled bow Retro knot brooch and matching ear clips. The multi loop bow and ear clips of 14 KT yellow gold plate with crystal rhinestone pave and faux round fac...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Base Metal

CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Egyptian Revival Turquoise Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Massive Egyptian Revival Turquoise Emerald Pink Crystals Chunky Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light glue and scratches at side, ...
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Early 2000s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of a bouquet with amethyst, jade and diamond
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of a bouquet with amethyst, jade and single cut diamond. 0.08ct - F/G - VS/SI - dim. 6.2cm x 4.5cm detailed description the size of the brooch i...
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Lacroix Floral Jeweled Brooch with Pearl and Crystal
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is one of the oldest pieces of Christian Lacroix Paris Jewelry we have ever had. This stunning brooch, created in 1987, belongs to Lacroix's first jewelry collection. It feature...
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1980s French Romantic Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

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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