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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Ruby
Gemstone: Amethyst
Irish Tara Brooch in 18K yellow Gold set with Emeralds, Rubies, and Sapphires
Located in Dublin, IE
This unique Tara Brooch is set with 3 square Emeralds (.30ct.) cabochon and marquise cut Rubies (.90ct) and three cabochon Sapphires (.60ct.). This 18K yellow gold brooch has a self ...
Category
Early 2000s Irish Modern Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage European pin, 14 carat yellow gold, with amethyst, rose de france
Located in Heemstede, NL
This vintage pin with an European origine, is from the 1960's and is made of 14 carat yellow gold. This pre-loved jewel is set in with an emerald faceted Rose de France, which belong...
Category
1960s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold, Pearl and Ruby Frog Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian pearl frog brooch, set with natural seed pearls and cushion-cut ruby eyes, mounted in 18ct yellow gold, with an 18ct stamp, English, circa ...
Category
Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Jardiniére Multi-Gem and Diamond Platinum Brooch, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A Jardiniére brooch, mounted in platinum, with a diamond bowl set with round brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, with carved rubies and cabochon-cut sapphires and emeralds depicting...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Art Deco Stylised Diamond And Carved Ruby Bird Brooch Circa 1925 London
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco stylised bird brooch by Cartier London circa 1925. The brooch is designed as a standing bird in profile, it is set with old European cut diamonds, a carved ruby as a wing, accents of onyx, buff top rubies and a cabochon ruby eye, the beak is red and black enamel, the legs onyx and a baguette diamond for feet, all set in platinum.
Maker
Cartier London
Period
circa 1925
Origin
London
Gemstones
Carved ruby estimated approx 2cts
42 x old European cut diamonds estimated total 0.84cts
1 x round cabochon ruby
4 x buff top rubies
1 x baguette diamond
Setting
Platinum, signed Cartier London and numbered
Weight
4.89ct
Dimensions
Length: 3.8cm/1.5 inches
Height: 2cm/0.8 inches
Condition
Very good, some signs of wear consistent with age
Directors Notes
Cartier are famous for their wide array of jewelled bird brooches from the 1920s onwards, aligned with the fashions, feminine suits were becoming increasingly in vogue and jewellery houses were making beautiful brooches and pins to adorn those lapels. Cartier bird...
Category
Early 20th Century English Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
Herbert Rosenthal Diamond and Ruby Bumble Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This captivating brooch by Herbert Rosenthal is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and refined design. Crafted from luxurious 18 karat yellow gold, the brooch takes the form of a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & White Topaz Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & White Topaz Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Red Ruby, Oval shapes - 16 Carats
Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Victorian era 14k gold diamond ruby shamrock brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a Victorian era 14K gold brooch, featuring a delicate three-leaf shamrock.
At the heart of the shamrock lies a vivid purplish-red ruby cabochon, radiating a rich and captiv...
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Berca One-of-a-kind 43.25 Carat Lemon Quartz White Diamond Angelfish Brooch
Located in Valenza, IT
Extraordinary, unique yet timeless 43.25 Carat hand inlaid, hand carved natural lemon quartz, 0.81 Carat top quality white diamond(D-E, IF), 0.05Carat natural Ruby, 18k white gold ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Gold GIA Ruby Diamond & Carved Emerald 3D Bird on Branch Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(7) Lab Rubies - Old Round Cut - Prong Set - Pinkish Red Color - 3.7-4.2mm (approx.)
(3) Natural Genuine Rubies - Oval Cabochon Cut- Burma - No Heat - Prong Set - 2.50c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with colored enamel.
The gems are mount-flush set in the gold “wings” and bezel set in the butterfly’s “body”. The “head” and “wings” feature rose cut diamonds. The butterfly’s body is made of fancy colored diamonds, orange brown, and brownish orange.
This vibrant butterfly pin brooch is very cheerful and optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel fully fits the description.
Lovely colorful pin is made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold, set with white diamonds, fancy colored diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The diamonds are rose cut, pear and round brilliant cut, H-I color VS clarity. The emeralds are pear, oval and round faceted cut. The rubies and sapphires are round faceted cut.
The Victorian brooch measures 2 ¼” x 1 ¾” (5.7 x 4.2 cm) and weighs 18.6 grams.
The butterfly brooch was created in the 1900s and stamped with a hallmark for 18 karat gold and unidentified maker's mark.
History of Insect Jewelry:
Insect jewelry carries a diverse symbolism and has deep historic roots. To us, these pieces serve as a reminder of the delicate beauty that designers found in nature.
Scarab Beetles
In ancient Egypt, scarab beetles were associated with the Sun God Ra. They symbolized regeneration and protection. Scarabs were often used in amulets, and seals to bring good luck and ward off evil.
Bees and Butterflies
Bees were revered in ancient Greece and Rome and seen as symbols of diligence and cooperation. Honey, a product of bees, was also associated with sweetness and fertility. Butterflies, with their transformation from caterpillar to butterfly, were seen as symbols of metamorphosis and the soul's journey.
Insect Jewelry Resurgence
In the 19th century, during the Victorian era, there was a resurgence of interest in nature-inspired jewelry. It often incorporated real insect specimens preserved in resin. This trend was influenced by the Victorian fascination with the natural world and scientific discoveries of the time.
The Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th - early 20th centuries embraced organic forms and drew inspiration from nature. Insect motifs, such as dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles, were prominent in Art Nouveau jewelry. These pieces featured flowing lines and delicate designs.
Today, insect jewelry continues to be equally loved by designers and jewelry buyers. For example, dragonflies are often associated with change and self-realization, while butterfly brooches symbolize transformation and beauty. Bees are still seen as symbols of hard work, community, and productivity.
About Victorian Jewelry:
Victorian jewelry is dated from 1837 to 1901. The era’s name was inherited from Queen Victoria who reigned during that time. Her significant input shaped the jewelry style of that time.
To navigate in such a vast period, historians divide it into following parts:
• The Early Victorian or Romantic
• The Middle of Grand Victorian
• The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Era
Different materials, gemstones and techniques were popular specifically for each era. Some styles though remained in favor longer than during just one period. For instance, hair jewelry made its way from the Romantic to the Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era.
Early Victorian Jewelry
As to the Queen influence, Romantic Period jewelry had well pronounced sentimental vibes. It was the time when young Queen Victoria was in love with her husband, Prince Albert. And the whole nation admired their relationship. Cameos, matching brooches, miniature portraits and lockets reflected the likeness of loved ones. After Albert’s passing in 1861, the Early Victorian Period ended, and The Grand era began.
Grand Victorian Jewelry
After the incandescent bulb invention in 1870s, diamond jewelry started thriving like never before. Diamonds, being placed under the electric light, revealed their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating.
Besides Victorian diamond jewelry...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Charles Krypell 18KT Gold 3.2 Ct Ruby 2.67 Ct Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Addison, TX
A stunning piece of fine jewelry, this Charles Krypell brooch pin is crafted from 18KT yellow gold and features a heart-shaped natural ruby ston...
Category
1990s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Turtle Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
Designed by gemstone-carving-master Alfred Zimmermann, following his designs of one of a kind gemstones carvings.
This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop in Id...
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond "Crab" Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
Designed by famous gemstone-carver-master Alfred Zimmermann, this special jewelry piece was handmade in our Idar-Oberstein workshop.
Solid 18ct. yellow gold, hand engraved, decorated...
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Krementz Amethyst Pearl Pendant Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold by Krementz.
Oval faceted amethyst measures 21mm x 11m...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Vintage 18k Gold Brooch Amethyst Turquoise
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous French brooch made of 18k gold, features amethyst and turquoise.
Designed as an abstract flower, the brooch has “petals” created from the freeform cabochon cut amethysts....
Category
Late 20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Spiky Round Hedgehog Brooch with Ruby Eyes Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This delightful little hedgehog brooch, set in 14 karat yellow gold, is a charming and whimsical piece of jewelry. The round shape of the hedgehog is adorned with an array of gold sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faraone Rubies Brooch 60's
Located in Milano, MI
As we would expect from Faraone this brooch boasts the highest quality rubies and diamonds together with an elaborate design typical of the goldsmiths from the era. A real gem that c...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Amethyst Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
made in Vienna, Austria, circa 1925.
The brooch is designed as a stylized flower head. It is finely crafted in 18K yellow and white gold. The brooch features seven amethysts of excel...
Category
1920s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald and Ruby Turtle Brooch in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Emerald and Ruby Turtle Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Garnet and Amethyst Peacock Brooch Pin 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Garnet and Amethyst Peacock Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique (Edwardian) 9K 375 Yellow Gold Shield Australian Bar Brooch by Willis
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Beautifully crafted in 9K Yellow Gold,
this stunning Bar Brooch
is Edwardian, i.e. dating from the turn of XX century
Of elegant elongated design,
it features 2 horizontal bars w...
Category
Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Antique Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold
18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this very cute colourful bird brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with a lovely small ruby eye and decorated with Blue, Green enamel feathers. Two of the blue enam...
Category
Late 20th Century Belgian Retro Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Turquoise and Ruby 18K Gold Bunny Brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
18K Two-toned gold turquoise rabbit brooch. The rabbit's eyes are made of brillant-cut rubies
Engraved and brushed gold
Vintage from the seventies, probably greek craftsmanship
61...
Category
1970s European Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare amethyst, emerald and pearl brooch by Carlo Giuliano, English, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Rare amethyst, emerald and pearl brooch by Carlo Giuliano. Centrally set with an oval rose cut natural unenhanced amethyst in a closed back ru...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Extraordinary 30.00 Ct Blue Moonstone Gemset Fancy Cat Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Extraordinary Fancy cat brooch pre 1970 circa- Italian origin
Hand crafted as unique piece of jewelry – no other one like this – solid 18 KT white gold
Marvelous Cut face created wit...
Category
1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold
Handcraft Flower 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Precious Stones Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire...
1950s 18k Yellow & White Gold, Pavé Setting Diamond Ruby Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Amazing and original 18 Kt yellow gold bee brooch with pavé setting white diamonds and rubies eyes.
Looks perfect on a Business Jacket or on a Cocktail Dress.
18 Kt White and Yellow ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Flag of the United States Brooch Rubies Sapphires Diamonds 14K Gold
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Ruby = 1 Carats
(Cut: Round, Color: Red, Origin: Natural)
Sapphire = 0.80 Carats
(Cut: Round, Color: Blue, Origin: Natural)
Diamond = 1.50 Carats
(Cut: Round, Color: F, Clarity: VS)
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Y...
Sterling Silver Ruby Studded Statement Bumble Bee Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This Ruby Studded Statement Bumble Bee Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and ado...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Synthetic Ruby Art Deco Solitaire Brooch - 14k Sq .40ct Vintage Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco
Date: 1920s - 1930s
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Synthetic Ruby
Carats: .40ct
Cut: Square
Color: Red
Total Carats: .40ct
Style: Solitaire Brooch...
Category
1920s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapel Pin American Flag Ruby Sapphire Diamonds 42x35MM 18K 13.2g
Located in Chicago, IL
Lapel Pin American Flag Ruby Sapphire Diamonds 42x35MM 18K 13.2g
American Flag Pin/brooch featuring 134 Round brilliant cut natural diamonds we estimate 1.34CT total weight (G-H in ...
Category
2010s Unknown Federal Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Enrique Lodesma Signed Mexican Sterling Silver & Amethyst Gemstone Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican silver and amethyst brooch
In sterling silver
Of Mid-Century abstract design with a flush set amethyst gemstone in a smooth curved...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930’s 18ct Gold, Emerald & Ruby Lizard Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Lizard Brooch
18ct Gold & Tested
Circa 1930’s
Cute, vintage gold brooch. A wonderful lizard shaped piece, set with alternating natural emeralds & rubies all along his back...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18k White Gold 1ctw Ruby & Diamond w/ Pearl Milgrain Work Crown Tiara Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(2) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - 0.40ctw (approx.)
(2) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - Stem Set - White Color - 3.1mm each ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sea Urchin Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Gender: Ladies
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold
Diameter: 1.00 inches
Weight: 17.02 grams
18K Yellow Gold Diamond and ruby vintage brooch. The metal was tested a...
Category
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Herbert Rosenthal Vintage Diamond and Ruby Bee Brooch pinThis charming Vintage 1
Located in Miami, FL
This charming Vintage 1970s bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal is set with some large genuine round diamonds weighing approx. 1.50 carats, G-H color, and VS Clarity, and two small rubies in the eyes approx. 0.02 carats.
Rosenthal bees are the culmination of a centuries-long fascination with insect jewelry...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Amethyst Citrine Mask Pin
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold
Length: 2.00 mm
Weight: 2.45 grams
14K yellow gold diamond emerald amethyst and citrine vintage pin. Engraved with "14K".
Vintage. Pre-...
Category
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garavelli 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Rooster Brooch/Pin #15008
By Garavelli
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Garavelli 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Rooster Brooch-
This stunning brooch by Garavelli features a beautifully detailed rooster accented with 48 round brilliant cut diamonds an...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Webb Turquoise, diamond and ruby swan brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Webb Turquoise, diamond and ruby swan brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum
The brooch features a swan set with cabochon cut turquoise body, and round brilliant cut diamonds. Accen...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Artist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21.26 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Flower Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Oval cut Rubies weighing 21.26 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 2.36 carats.
The brooch features a bail which transfo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Amethyst and Gold Plated Silver Antique Insect Pendant/Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
Detailed and beautiful, this brooch was created in the mid 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
The Details...
Although unhallmarked, this brooch has been tested as being constructed...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver
Elegant 14K Gold Ruby and Seed Pearl Crescent Floral Brooch with Fleur-de-Lis In
Located in London, GB
Elegant 14K Gold Ruby and Seed Pearl Crescent Floral Brooch with Fleur-de-Lis Inlaid Design
This exquisite brooch probably dates back to circa 1900 or later and is a testament to cr...
Category
Early 1900s European Early Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Dog Brooch 1970’s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold & Enamel Dog Brooch
18ct Gold tagged & tested
Circa 1970’s
Cute, vintage dog with a rub over set, diamond encrusted tail & gorgeous, natural ruby eye. He also boasts ...
Category
1970s Contemporary Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 0.78Ct Ruby and 0.40Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.78 carat ruby and 0.40 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold and platinum set bow brooch; part of our diverse antique Edwardian jewellery collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique Edwardian brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with platinum settings.
The brooch has been modelled in the form of a tied bow.
The double-looped bow is ornamented with curvilinear arrangements of fifty-one channel set mixed cut rubies, totalling 0.78ct.
The ruby formations to the loops are flanked with pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, and the ruby strands...
Category
1910s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Lobster Brooch with Diamonds Rubies Emeralds & Sapphires in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
What a catch! Elevate your fashion game with our extraordinary lobster brooch—an embodiment of sheer artistry and luxury that is bound to enchant you!
This statement-sized brooch i...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold & Ruby Road Runner Tie Tack Lapel Pin
Located in beverly hills, CA
Gorgeous vintage 14K yellow gold roadrunner bird brooch with a natural ruby eye. Handmade and one-of-a-kind, stamped 14K on the back. Measures approximately 1/2 x 1 inches.
A lovely...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Etruscan Brooch Star Set Ruby Centre
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch
15ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
Fabulous Victorian Brooch with the Most Beautiful Etruscan Detailing.
Measures Approx Length 40.5mm & Width 9.6mm with a Little...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Ruby and Emerald Rose Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Fit for a queen, this timelessly elegant late 19th century rose is designed with delicately curled petals filled with vibrant raspberry red rubies complimented by bright green emerald leaves...
Category
1880s Antique Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Pearl, Diamond, & Ruby Bird Brooch
An 18-karat gold bird motif brooch set with round cut diamonds, oval cut rubies, and a large mabe pearl
Measurements: 2.75" x 1.25"
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany &Co Poodle Brooch
Located in Summerland, CA
Vintage 1950s, Small but cute Tiffany &Co 18k yellow gold poodle brooch.
French poodle made in Italy with round cabochon Ruby eyes.
Stamped TIFFANY &C...
Category
1950s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian amethyst and citrine brooch, circa 1860.
Located in London, GB
Victorian amethyst and citrine brooch. Set to centre with one round old cut citrine in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 60 carats, encircled by four round old ...
Category
1860s Antique Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Yellow Gold
Diamond sapphire green emerald and ruby brooch 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous art deco parrot brooch in 18k white and yellow gold.
Composed of round brilliant diamonds, green Colombian emerald, blue sapphire and ruby gemstones all mounted in 18k white...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Ruby Studded Big Oval Shape Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This Emerald Ruby Studded Big Oval Shape Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Vintage Amethyst Diamond White Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Central Europe, circa 1925 The bow shaped brooch is handcrafted in 14K white gold and centered with an octagon mixed cut amethyst (13.68 x 11.16 x 7.19 mm, approximately 7.27 carats...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Nubian Prince Ruby Pearl Diamante Vintage Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed 3-dimensional Vintage Designer Ruby, Pearl and Amethyst Nubian Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Rubies, Pearls, Caboch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Amethyst, Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Brooch, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Brooch made in 18k Gold. The stones weigh approximately: 1.10 ct. Diamond, 1.60 ct. Sapphire, 1.44 ct. Emerald, Ruby: 2.7 cts. The brooch...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
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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