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Bochic Dragon“Orient” Sapphires & Tasvorite Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Dragon “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Tasvorite Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Tsavorite - 4 carat Multi color Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 3 carat Can be worn a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Björn Weckström 14karat Gold Brooch name, Drift wood. Lapponia 1971
Located in Orimattila, FI
14k gold Brooch name, Drift wood. Lapponia 1971 Ajopuut is name in Finland. Gold brooch 14k gold. 585 Measurements 40 x 33 mm. Weight 18.8 g. See also other Weckström jewelry for sal...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold

CHANEL gold metal 22K CC Brooch
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel brooch in beige gold-tone metal is a bold interpretation of the iconic interlocking CC logo. Designed with a thick, sculptural depth, it exudes modern eleg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

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

Andrew Grima Attributed 18 Karat Gold, Emerald, & Diamond Modernist Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 18k gold, emerald, and diamond modernist brooch. Attributed to Andrew Grima. Comprising a textured spiral in 18k yellow gold with prong set round smooth emerald caboch...
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20th Century British Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Opal 18k Gold Leaves and Branch Finely Detailed Edwardian Pin Brooch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Stunning antique 18k yellow gold leaf and branch brooch with a gorgeous cabochon opal. The opal has exceptional color play with intense peacock blue, bright green, indigo and peach d...
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Early 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Weiss Gold Floral Bloom, Aurora Borealis, Milk Glass Crystals, Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A beautiful Weiss brooch featuring a cluster of sparkling flowers. The bouquet is decorated with light-blue aurora borealis crystals and milk-glass caboch...
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20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Czechoslovakian Gilt Brass and Purple Crystal Intricate Butterfly Brooch, Pin
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisitely detailed vintage butterfly brooch. Features intricately detailed wings and body accented with enameled flowers and amethyst-c...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Aquamarine Diamond Floral "Cousins" Brooch
Located in Dallas, TX
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Aquamarine and Diamond "Cousins" Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Circa 1964, featured on page 38 of The Jewels of Jean Schlumberger. The b...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage NAPIER signed gold tone rhinestone heart 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 ...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Blue Sapphire Poppy Flower Unisex 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

Marcel Boucher Retro Bow Knot Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Boucher retro sterling silver rose gold plate bow knot brooch. Rectangular cut rectanqular emerald blue stones are set along the bows edges. Dated 1945. Excellent Condition. Signed MB...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Flowerbrooch with amethyst, jade and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.20ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of a bouquet with amethyst, jade and brilliant cut diamond. 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI - dim. 5.7cm x 4.0cm detailed description the size of the brooc...
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1990s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Jade, Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold

18kt Solid Gold Rubies Newlywed Couple Horse Carriage Brooch
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
EXTRAORDINARY Vintage 18kt gold , genuine rubies and cultured pearls ,newlywed couple pin /brooch The newly weds are sitting in an horse carriage with beautiful details , groom and ...
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Mid-20th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold

10.80 Carat Blue Topaz Wreath Brooch Gift for Him in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
10.80 Carat Blue Topaz Wreath 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,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Blue Sapphire with Brown Sapphire Orchid Brooch/Pendant set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Blue Sapphire with Brown Sapphire Brooch/Pendant set in Silver Settings (chain not included) Width: 5.3 cm Length: 6.1 cm Total Weight: 27.82 grams *Please note that the silver s...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Silver

Line Vautrin School Amber Honey Talosel Resin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning and rare dangling brooch was made in the 1970s by one of Line Vautrin's students. The brown Talosel framing boasts an encrusted geometric form with honey amber resin cabochons on a silver foil background. The brooch has a security closing clasp at the back. There is no visible designer's mark. Dimensions: 1.69 in wide (4.2 cm) by 3.07 in long (7.8 cm). Reference: In the 1970s, the boutique Line Vautrin opened on the Left Bank in Paris and is thriving. However, Line is a designer, not a manager, and she needs to be involved in the creative process. She plans to open and lead a school where she will teach her manufacturing processes to others. Her daughter, Marie-Laure Bonnaud-Vautrin, taught there for ten years. The students are both enthusiasts who come to spend their free time and also artists searching for new techniques. Some artists who attended the Line Vautrin School...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Brooches

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

Jay Strongwater Owl Brooch with Turquoise & Enamel in Gold-Tone, Amber Eyes
Located in Milford, DE
Dimensions: 2.25 x 1.25 in Hallmarks/Marks: Signed "JAY STRONGWATER" and "JAY" on the back Era: Contemporary, from the exclusive HSN collection A whimsical and elegant owl brooch by...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Josiah Wedgwood Sterling Silver and Blue Jasperware Brooch dated 1973
Located in London, GB
Wedgwood sterling silver and blue jasperware brooch, featuring a classical relief figure with bow and arrows. Measuring diameter 3.1 cm / 1.2 inches. The silver is stamped with a lion, a leopard's head, and the letter S. The makers mark is JW. This means that the brooch is sterling silver, was assayed in London, and is dated 1973. We have given the brooch a light clean. This is a beautiful and classic Wedgwood brooch...
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1970s English Vintage Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage MONET signed maltese cross gold tone pearl glass designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with rhinestones and faux pearls • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Vintage TRIFARI signed flower gold tone rhinestones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • TRIFARI crown • 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

Syna Yellow Gold Sunburst Pin with Pink Tourmaline and Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Pink Tourmaline 1.40 carats approx. Diamonds 0.55 carat approx. Limited Edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from li...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Diamond & Enamel Panther Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k white gold black enamel panther brooch wears a diamond collar and has diamond eyes, weighing a total of 0.12tcw. It is stamped with the...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Cat Kitten Diamond Brooch 925 Silver Brooch&Pins Handmade Diamond Brooch Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Cat Kitten Diamond Brooch 925 Silver Brooch&Pins Handmade Diamond Brooch Gift. Base Metal Sterling Silver Main Stone Color White Metal Sterling Silver Length 43mm Approx Width 35mm...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

SARAH COVENTRY - Large Faux Pearl & Silver Tone Brooch - Signed - Circa 1960's
Located in Chatham, CA
SARAH COVENTRY - Vintage faux pearl & silver tone brooch - hinged pin to the back - signed © SARAH COV - United States (Rhode Island) - circa 1960's. Excellent vintage condition - n...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Set Diamond 0.85 Carat 0.90 Inch Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Set Diamond Brooch Pendant, a stunning homage to the iconic Cartier double C logo. Crafted with precision and attenti...
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Late 20th Century British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Black Sapphire, White Sapphire and Tsavorite Pendant/Brooch in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Black Sapphire, White Sapphire and Tsavorite Pendant/Brooch set in Silver Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.5 cm Length: 4.2 cm Total Weight: 11.75 grams *Please note that t...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Tsavorite, Silver

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

Victorian 10 Karat Gold & Diamond Star Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Victorian brooch. With interlocking gold circles that create a star or snowflake like shape. A round rose cut white diamond is prong set at the center of the pin. Simply a...
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique 15ct Gold The Queen’s Royal Regiment Diamond & Enamel Pin Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Regimental Brooch 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 A fantastic piece of regimental history. This lovely brooch features the regimental crest of the Paschal Lamb. Decorated wit...
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Early 20th Century English Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian French Circus Poodle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual figural sterling brooch from 19th Century France. Extraordinary lifelike detailing in 3 dimension. Gold detailing in 18K gold mixed with sterling silver. Charming circus pood...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Coro c.1942 Queen Bees Enamel and Gold Plated Sterling Vintage Duette Brooch
By Coro
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This wonderful and rare Duette clip brooch was designed by Adolph Katz for Coro in c.1942. Condition Report: Very Good - A tiny element of darkening to ...
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1940s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Miriam Haskell Ruby Crystal Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell ruby faceted crystal and pate de verre brooch set on silver gilt with pegged rhinestones and signature rose montees stones. Excelle...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze

Vintage Signed Napier Penguin Jelly Belly and Sparkling Crystal Designer Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Delightful Finely detailed Vintage Signed Napier Penguin Faceted Jelly Belly and Sparkling Crystal Designer Brooch Pin. Featuring a La...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Chinese Export Round Silver Filigree Cannetille and Coral Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Exquisite Chinese export round silver and coral fine filigree cannetille brooch, it has a lovely vintage patina. Measuring diameter 3.5cm / 1.37 inc...
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1930s Chinese Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Silver

2015 Chanel Baguette Crystal CC Brooch Silver Tone Pin Pouch & Box Estate Signed
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Authentic pre-owned Chanel Baguette crystal CC logo brooch crafted in silver tone (circa 2015). Square and baguette-cut crystals adorn the brooch (in very good condition ...
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2010s European Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

Tiffany & Co. Starfish Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking large starfish brooch is crafted in 925 sterling silver, symbolizing the mystery of the ocean and the brilliance of the stars. Its flowing design captures the graceful ...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage signed MONET gold plated crystals flower designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with faux pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs ...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Charming Ciner Enamel Frog
Located in New York, NY
Charming Ciner Enamel Frog in the David Webb style from the 1980's. Deep green enamel studded with gold and jet beaded eyes. 1980's USA. 2" x 1.25".
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1980s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Vintage CORO pegasus silver tone flower designer brooch
By Coro
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CORO pegasus • silver tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 49 ❤️❤️...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated knot rope designer runway brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of ...
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1980s German Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Edwardian Blue Sapphire Filigree Platinum and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
This Edwardian platinum and 14 karat yellow gold brooch features an approximately 0.13 carat round pastel blue faceted sapphire that is bezel set in a platinum. Measuring approximat...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

American Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Wonderful American Art Nouveau 14k Plique a Jour Brooch of enameled poppies on a pale green plique a jour ground. Flowers modeled in high relief w...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage gold tone rhinestone enamel designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones and enamel • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Fruit Salad Peacock
Located in New York, NY
Alfred Philippe for Trifari pave and blue and white opal fruit salad rising peacock in flight. Of rhodium plated base metal, crystal rhinestone pave and key stone baguettes, small ru...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal, Enamel

Vintage Pearl Diamond Jade Lily of the Valley Brooch c. 1940
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in Vienna, Austria, circa 1940. The brooch is finely modelled as a lily of the valley. The green leaf is naturalistically carved from a single piece of nephrite jade. The white ...
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1940s Austrian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

MWLC Gripoix Glass Decorated Scallop Shell Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The large artisan natural white sea scallop shell brooch is embellished with small fronds of gilt bronze seaweed and varisized cabochons of turquo...
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2010s French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Transformable Art Deco Period Diamond Ruby Platinum Pendant, Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous, multi-faceted jewel which may be worn as a pendant on a diamond Riviera necklace, a wide torque style necklace or suspended from a more delicate chain when turned 360 degrees, as a clip brooch, as a large stunning ring when clipped to a wide band, even as a hair ornament. Clip brooches of the Art Deco period were designed to be transformable, facilitating use in a variety of interesting ways. The asymmetrical swirl design suggests movement and complements the flow of high quality multi-cut diamonds and rubies. Circa 1935 A similar pair of diamond and ruby scroll clip brooches made for Cartier New York circa 1935 are illustrated in Cartier 1900...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Chanel Ivory Silk Camélia Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel ivory silk Camélia brooch featuring a bar-pin fastening and a back logo plaque. Circa 1986 - 1988. Made in France Diameter: 3.1in. (8cm) Good vintage condition. Made in Franc...
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Vintage 18K Gold Cartier Seahorse Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
In the 1970’s, several design houses were flirting with their versions of a seahorse brooch. This version is done by Cartier, though you can find versions done by Tiffany & Co. and David Webb using the popular motif around the same time. What we love about this 18k gold Cartier...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Safety Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This diamond 18K gold safety pin brooch a luxurious reinterpretation of an everyday classic. Crafted from 18-karat gold, this elegant pin is meticulously set with sparkling round-cu...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Enamel Cat Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A purr-fect, brooch for anyone with a fondness for felines! This vintage piece (circa 1960-1975) features a hand painted, 14k gold cat with a collar of d...
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Diamond Filigree Gold Dragonfly Articulating Tail Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Diamond Dragonfly with Articulating Tail Gold Brooch. Encrusted with Hand set Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.92tcw. Hand crafted in 18 Karat White Gold. This pin is i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.75ctw Diamond Bumble Bee Pin 14k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.75ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - F - G Clarity - VS2 - SI1 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.3 Grams Stamps: 14k Closu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone enamel dangle maltese cross brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • vintage condition with signs of wear / enamel loss Sku 47 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

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

Bochic “Orient” Blue Sapphire, Amethyst & Peridot Brooch Set 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Blue Sapphire, Amethyst & Peridot Brooch Set 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as Brooch or Pendant Natural Sapphire - 5 carat Blue Sapphire Natural Amethyst - 2 c...
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Early 2000s Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Top...

Antique Josiah Wedgwood Sterling Silver and Cobalt Blue Jasperware Brooch
Located in London, GB
Antique Wedgwood sterling silver and cobalt blue jasperware brooch, featuring a classical relief scene with cupid to the left. Measuring length 2.8 cm / 1.1 inches by width 2 cm / .78 inch. It is stamped Sterling Silver, and Wedgwood on the reverse, with possibly an X mark. The silver has some dents around the edge. We have given the brooch a light clean. This beautiful and classic Wedgwood brooch...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chaumet 18kt Gold Insect Brooch with Diamonds and Emerald Eyes
Located in Braintree, GB
A beautifully crafted vintage insect brooch by Chaumet, Paris, modelled in 18kt yellow gold with finely articulated wings set with brilliant-cut diamonds and emerald eyes. Signed CHA...
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Vintage Brooches for Sale: Shop Fabergé Brooches, Chanel Brooches, Cartier Brooches and Other Brooches on 1stDibs

Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like 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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