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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Ruby
Late Victorian Ruby and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian ruby and diamond crescent brooch, with one row of graduating cushion spape rubies estimated to weight 3.8 carats, and...
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique 1910s Diamond and Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.62 carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold bar brooch with platinum setting; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 4.32 Carat Diamond and 1.93 Carat Ruby Platinum Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 4.32 carat diamond and 1.93 carat ruby, platinum flower spray brooch; part of our diverse brooch collection This stunning, fine and impressive vintage ruby brooch has been crafted in platinum. The vintage brooch has a floriated spray design, accented with an interlacing leaf motif and a tied ribbon design. The flower heads are represented by fourteen stunning individually claw set round faceted cut rubies. An additional claw set ruby is positioned to the lower portion of the pierced decorated design. The stalks of the flowers are represented by impressive channel set baguette cut diamonds. The leaf and ribbon motifs are embellished with further pavé set diamonds, in a combination of transitional brilliant round and eight cuts. This impressive platinum vintage ruby brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp fastening. This stunning piece of vintage jewellery has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum. This impressive ruby and diamond brooch in platinum is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Condition This vintage ruby and diamond brooch...
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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Green Enamel Monkey Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Since 1948, David Webb has carried forward a rich tradition of design, craftsmanship and creativity as an ICONIC American jewelry house. David Webb Monkey...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Cartier France 18K Gold Diamond Rose Flowering Brooch and Earrings Set
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An 18 karat gold and diamond rose flowering brooch and matching earrings created by Cartier of France. The set has a Florentine finish to the petals with 15 full cut diamonds in the ...
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Solid Platinum 1.95ctw Old Cut Diamond Ribbon Bow Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Transitional & Old European Cut - Prong Set - VS2/SI1 Clarity - G-I Color - 0.65ctw (approx.) (42) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Tra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rose-Cut Diamond Silver and White Gold Flower Brooch 1890S
Located in Geneva, CH
So Romantic, this Flower brooch is all set by Rose-cut Diamond the center is more significant mounted on rhodium silver and gold. Circa 1890. Total length: 1.97 inch (5.00 centimeter...
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1890s Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver, White Gold

18K Gold Rainbow Gemstones Baguette Diamond Circular Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold channel set rainbow gemstones baguette diamond circular pendant necklace brooch. This extraordinary multicolor natural gemsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmali...

1940s Whimsical Gold and Gem set Marimba Dancer Brooches
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Marimba Dancer brooches, these very whimsical and detailed Brooches are 14k Yellow Gold and each measure 1 1/2 inches in length X 1 inch, each is set with Rubies, Sapphir...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Gold Ruby Hedgehog Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k yellow gold hedgehog brooch , designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Set with tiny ruby eyes. The brooch measures 1.25" x 7/8". Hallmarked on the back : Tiffany...
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold

Antique 2.86 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 2.86 carat natural blue sapphire and 0.42 carat diamond, 9 karat white gold bar brooch; part of our diverse range of antique gemstone jewelry...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Brooch or Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Brooch /Pin. This lovely bar pin features one round brilliant cut diamond set in elegant yellow and white gold filigree. Approxim...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 1890s Ruby Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Crescent Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning 2.38 carat ruby and 0.30 carat diamond, pearl and 14 karat yellow gold, 14k white gold set 'Crescent' bar brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique crescent moon brooch...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolored Enamel and Diamond Turtle Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1970 Metal Type: 18 karat yellow gold Weight: 22.8g Dimensions: 1.8"L x 1.5"W Made in Italy Diamond Details: Carat: 0.05 carat total weight Shape: Round Color: H Clarity: SI...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Victorian era 18K gold diamond pink coral rose bud brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
This victorian era 18K gold diamond brooch, featuring a spray of coral rose bud, captures the delicate beauty of flowers, bringing forth a s...
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19th Century French High Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 1960s Yellow Gold Poodle Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine vintage 18 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a poodle; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine 18k yellow gold brooch has been realistically modelled in the form of a poodle. The poodle is further embellished with inset ruby eyes and a broad collar with link chain. The poodle is secured to the reverse with a bar pin and safety catch. The hallmarks struck to the underside of the poodle's body include the 18k fineness mark (18) (.750) and the London Import Hallmarks. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This vintage poodle brooch...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K TT Gold Detailed Textured Chick Bird Breaking Out of Egg Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This wonderful and very well made pin/brooch features an incredibly well detailed design of a cute chick breaking out of an egg. The chick's eyes are set with vivid red rubies while ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Guilloche Enamel Portrait Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Depicting the elegance and grace of a fine lady of the late 1800, this romantic French antique portrait brooch is skillfully hand painted and c...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 2.85 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A large, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.85 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold, silver set jabot pin style brooch; part of our antique jewelry/estate jewelry collections. This impressive antique Victorian jabot pin style brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold in the form of a sword and scabbard. The scroll decorated hilt is embellished with a total of forty-eight Old European round cut diamonds, graduating in size, and silver set to the pierced decorated design. Each terminal of the quillon is ornamented with an individually set Old European round cut diamond. Eighteen further Old European round cut diamonds, also graduating in size, ornament the silver set push fit scabbard. The scabbard and hilt are both fitted with securing pins to the reverse, and joined with a rope twist 14k yellow gold security chain accented with a feature pearl. This antique pin-style brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition This exceptional Jabot pin Victorian...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch Lapis Lazuli leaf shape set with Diamonds, 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold Brooch with Lapis Lazuli leaf shape and set with brilliant cut diamonds 0.35 ct F/G VS/SI - 5.0 cm x 2.6 cm Detailed description The brooch is 5.0 cm wide and 2.6 cm...
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2010s European Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise And Ruby Bird Brooch Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite brooch by Cartier, one of the world's preeminent jewelers, presents a captivating tableau of four turquoise birds perched on a golden branch. The birds are adorned in ...
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely 19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle. Realistically modeled with large cabochon garnet set in high gold prongs with body elements all detailed in rose and rough cu...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco 1.92ct Diamond and 18ct White Gold Clip Brooch / Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.92 carat diamond and 18 carat white gold, platinum set clip brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collec...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bow Brooch Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.89 carat diamond and platinum bow brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections....
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1930s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch / Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant This stunning cameo features a lovely lady in profile accented with one ...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Tiara Convertible Diamond Antique Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Tiara convertible Diamond Antique Brooch on Silver and Gold. Aigrette feather is optional. Old mine cut Diamonds: approximately 15.00 carats. Tiar...
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Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond

Gold Cobalt Blue Enamel Brooch Pendant Pearl Necklace with Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Antique style estate piece of 10 karat Rose Gold and Cobalt Blue Enamel Pin Pendant with Pearl and Diamond Accents. This celestial brooch sits on a th...
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1950s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Luise Classical 18 kt Gold Brooch with Rubies
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Classical 18 kt gold brooch...
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Diamond double clip Brooch
Located in London, England
DIAMOND DOUBLE-CLIP BROOCH Cushion-shaped and rose-cut diamonds Cushion-shaped diamonds approx. 2.65cts total French assay marks Length 5.6cm Weight approx. 18.5g Footnotes: French a...
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17th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Italian 1960 Love Birds Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Turquoises And Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Love birds brooch with gemstones. This is a very beautiful brooch, created in Italy during the mid-century modernist periods, back in the 1960. This brooch has been crafted in solid...
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1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch set with ruby and diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver brooch set with ruby ​​and rose cut diamonds. 0.10ct - G/H - SI detailed description: The size of the brooch is 5.2 cm long by 1.3 cm wide weight 3.6 grams oc...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cartier Mid-century yellow gold diamond flower brooch
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier very rare example of a diamond Brooch. Mid-century approx 1950s, depicts a beautiful flower, crafted using traditional carving, and textured work, bringing this beautiful b...
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1950s French Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch Harps were widely used in the ancient Mediterranean and Middle East, although rare in Greece and Rome; depictions survive from Egypt a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artistic Collection, it boasts realisti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brown Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brown Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Mini Violin Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Mini Violin Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artistic Collection, it boasts realistic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, White Gold

Victorian Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Silver Flower Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Silver Flower Brooch. Featuring numerous old European, rose, and senaille cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 3.75 carats, graded ...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Invisible-Set Ruby Diamond 18K White & Yellow Gold Feather Pin Brooch, Unisex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and stylish unisex brooch featuring vivid red rubies and bright brilliant diamonds. The rubies, weighing 13.25 carats, are expertly invisible-set which Van Cleef originally ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Grand Occasion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A century ago, this magnificent brooch would have been the focal point of an outfit worn to a grand event. Its destiny continues in the modern era, thanks to its excellent platinum a...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Assil 18k TT Gold Diamond Emerald Sapphire & Ruby Set of 3 Bee Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (99) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - 0.50-0.60ctw (approx.) Numerous Natural Genuine Emeralds, Sapphires & Rubies - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Baguette-Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The baguette-cut diamonds in this excellent vintage brooch would have been custom cut to the designer’s exact specifications for their avant-garde creation. Embrace the artistry of t...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Geometric Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Feel the power of this antique brooch’s bold, geometric lines and symmetrical patterns. A mix of round and baguette-cut diamonds weighing a total 18 carats and set in 18-karat white ...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Mixed-Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
You may remember from art history class that in a good composition, the eye will travel. Clearly, the design axiom holds true in this vintage brooch with its winding S-shaped curve. ...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Leaf Vintage Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Three planes of diamonds merge in this dynamic vintage design. The Diamond Leaf Vintage Brooch is an elegant accessory to wear to a black tie function with its mix of round brilliant...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Brooch Signed Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry designer Kurt Wayne exemplifies Retro-style jewelry. Born in Austria in 1909, he immigrated to the United States in 1937. The prolific designer worked well into the 1980s, an...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Custom Made Diamond Hair Pin
Located in New York, NY
What’s more luxurious than wearing diamonds in one’s hair? There’s no statement jewel quite as thrilling as our Antique Diamond Hair Pin. Exquisitely intricate platinum metalwork is ...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Diamond Bouquet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Get them a flower arrangement that will last more than a lifetime with this Vintage Diamond Bouquet Brooch. A mix of marquise-shaped, round brilliant-cut, and baguette-cut diamonds m...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Brooch Signed Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
Own a piece of history with this exquisite midcentury brooch that is signed Jean Vitau. Vitau was a Parisian jewelry designer who set his sights on America in the 1960s. In New York ...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamonds Amethyst Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
Graceful brooch depicting a butterfly with closed wings made of 18k yellow gold, on the small body is set with diamonds and emeralds, the wings are made up of two pairs of engraved c...
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1990s European Artisan Brooches

Materials

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

Gilberto Cassola Marquise, Round Cut Diamonds White Gold Brooch and Pendant
Located in Valenza, AL
18Kt White Gold Brooch with Marquise Cut, Round Brilliant and Baguette Cut Natural Diamonds. Made in our Atelier in Valenza (ITALY). An elegant combination of different cuts for a T...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gilberto Cassola Round Briliant Cut Diamonds White Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Valenza, AL
18Kt White gold Brooch with Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamonds. Made in our Atelier in Valenza (ITALY). All Natural diamonds have F color and VVS clarity grades. Total carats of d...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Captivating 0.75ct Diamonds Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This captivating piece features a design adorned with a total of 65 sparkling diamonds, boasting a combined carat weight of 0.75ct. The centerpiece of the brooch features 7 mesmerizi...
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2010s Singaporean Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old Cut Pear Shaped Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 18ct yellow gold diamond cluster ring. The ring features a central old cut pear shaped diamond and is surrounded by eight smaller old cut diamonds that vary in s...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1930s Art Deco 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.3 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 1.10 carat. Totally is brilliant Cut Diamond 1.50 carat. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. The diamond...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Handcrafted Blue Sapphire and Diamond Bee Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Handcrafted Blue Sapphire and Diamond Bee Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

14 Karat Driver Horse and Sulky Moveable Diamond 0.10 Carat Wheel 2 Inch Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 14 Karat Horse and Sulky Pin, a charming piece that exudes elegance and whimsy. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this delightful pin captures th...
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2010s American Post-War Brooches

Materials

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

TIFFANY CO 18K Gold Platinum topped Old European Cut Diamond Fleur-de-Lis Brooch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
An antique, Edwardian/late Victorian era, Fleur-de-Lis brooch marked Tiffany & Co, set with Old European Cut Diamonds weighing approximately O.75- 1.00 total Carat weight, the larges...
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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1 Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Diamond Monogram Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, this piece, which can be worn as either a pin or a pendant, displays...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique and Vintage Brooches

Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

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.

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 on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.

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