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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Sapphire
Gemstone: Pearl
Vintage Sapphire Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Cheetah Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Sapphire Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Cheetah Brooch. Featuring 11 round brilliant cut sapphires with a total weight of approximately 0.40 c...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Vintage Blister Pearl Sapphire Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Eagle Brooch Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive vintage blister pearl, 0.30 carat sapphire, 0.28 carat ruby and 1.28 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and 9...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous sapphire and diamond set crescent moon brooch. It is crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a single row of claw set old cut diamonds and natural blue sapphires. Th...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Masriera 18 KT Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch with Enamel, Dia..41CT and Pearl
Located in New York, NY
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera, comes a long tradition of prestige, creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship. These stylistically distinctive wor...
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Early 2000s European Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 1.57 Carat Sapphire and 1.89 Carat Diamond White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.57 carat sapphire and 1.89 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and 14 karat white gold set spray brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive sapphire and diamond brooch has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated setting displays a central floral motif, set in relief and ornamented with a central claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond. The central diamond is encircled by six impressive round faceted cut sapphires, in addition to twenty-four further transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds, forming the flower's curvilinear petals. The foliage and multi-stranded asymmetric designs are embellished with a further fifty-one pavé transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds, incorporated into the leaves and stems of the floral spray. The stunning vintage brooch is ornamented with a floral bud and linear arrangement, composed of fourteen impressive round faceted cut sapphires. The asymmetric design is completed with two scrolling white gold wirework motifs. This vintage sapphire spray brooch...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Turquoise Insect Brooch
By JMP
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold brooch crafted into the shape of a fly. This ornate piece possesses expertly engraved features including wings, head and legs whilst the body is se...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s Pearl and 1.45 Carat Diamond White Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Dutch Art Deco style pearl and 1.45 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold bar brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections. This fine and impressive p...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Pearl and Diamond Chinese Gaming Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Chinese Gaming brooch by Elizabeth featuring white pearls and white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow gold.
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Large CHANEL Brooch 1984
Located in Paris, FR
Incredible large Chanel brooch from 1984 in glass paste Condition: very good Made in France Materials: golden metal, glass paste, pearl, crystals ...
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Art Deco Platinum Pearl & Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Brooch Pin AGL Certified
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco Platinum Pearl & Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Brooch Pin AGL Certified Accompanied by AGL Report 1116818 - August 30th, 2021 The repo...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Drop Contemporary Brooch with Diamond and Citrine
Located in Berlin, DE
This Contemporary Brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural citrine (cabochon cut), prasiolite (oval cut) and round diamond. We work with german gems company, that is in th...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Beryl, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Green Ber...

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.6 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.6 mm 5.43 Grams M352 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ran...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Victorian 1915 Pearl Pin Brooch Enamel Pendant Yellow Gold Antique Original 1915
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1915 Victorian Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Pendant Features Genuine Natural Seed Pearl 100% Natural Pearl Circa 1915 The Victorian in Jew...
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1910s Victorian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold, Diamond, & Tahitian Pearl Drop Bar Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White Gold Bar Pin Featuring A 10mm Gray Pearl Accented By 86 Round Diamonds Of VS/SI Clarity & G/H Color Totaling 1.00 Carat. 2 Inch Width...
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1990s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Star Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully crafted sapphire and diamond star brooch. This eight pointed star plays host to a vast array of single and round brilliant cut diamonds; all of which are perfec...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Fancy Cut Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Vintage Brooch
Located in Aspen, CO
Fancy cut white diamonds are border with fine natural sapphires and rubies. A spectacular long brooch with fine well matched and well cut stones. The 34 diamonds weigh an estimated 3...
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire

Retro Pearl Diamond Gold Fanned Spokes Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Different size spokes are fanned on several levels to make this Retro brooch especially graceful. It is centered with a 5.8 mm cultured pearl that is surrounded with 6 diamonds. ...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Picchiotti Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold Large
Located in La Jolla, CA
Picchiotti Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Brooch by PICCHIOTTI features fine quality Oval Blue Sapphires and Round Diamonds set in 18k Y...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold Diamond Seed Pearl Flower Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Buttercup Prong Set in Baskets - VS1-SI1 Clarity - G-I Color - 0.50ctw (approx.) Numerous Genuine Cultured Seed Pea...
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1950s Revival Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pink Sapphire and Diamond Sputnik Style Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing a stunning vintage Sputnik-style brooch, exuding timeless elegance in 14k yellow gold. This exquisite brooch captures the essence of the iconic space-age design with spik...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cellini NYC 18KT YG/WG Gold Dalmatian Brooch with .98Ct. Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
18 karat gold brooch designed as a dalmatian. dog running. The white gold body is set with pave diamonds and scattered cabochon blue sapphires. The head and paws are shiny yellow gol...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Diamond Ruby and Green Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Gordon Highlanders Cap
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.23 carat diamond, 0.07 carat ruby and 0.03 green sapphire, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set Gordon Highlanders Bydand cap badge...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Green Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural light blue aquamarine - 24 Carats Pear Shaped red ruby - 6 Carats Natural Garnets, Tsavorite and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Gar...

18K Gold Butterfly Transforming Jewellery Object
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Summer, oh summer! In a dress so light, Almost bared, in its gentle flight. With eyes of blue, Radiant and true, She smiles at me, And my heart is warmed anew. - Viktor Moiseikin – ...
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2010s Thai Artisan Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Chalcedony Brooch Seed Pearls 15K Gold Heart Shaped c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this sensational antique Victorian 15ct gold Chalcedony Brooch made c.1890. Fitted in its original antique case/box (included in the price), upon opening a...
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19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Pearl, 15k Gold

Krementz .60 Carat Sapphire Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Krementz Art Deco flower flower brooch. 14k Rose, green, and yellow gold with 1 cabochon sapphire. 5 rose leaves, 3 green leaves and yellow stems. 1 genuine cabochon Sapphir...
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Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1890s Diamond Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Heart Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 0.58 carat diamond and seed pearl, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set 'heart' brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This fine and impressive antique heart brooch...
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1890s Romantic Antique Brooches

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

Spilla da giacca in oro 18Kt papero con papillon e occhiali da sole
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Con questa perla australiana da 10x12 mm ho voluto realizzare una spilla papero un po' estrosa. È Elegante e divertente si presta ad essere indossata con abito o giacca piu casual. A...
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2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5.60 mm 4.6 Grams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5.60 mm 4.6 Grams M351 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 6 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size fro...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl

Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold 30ct Oval Amethyst Pearl Frame Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely beautiful and bold vintage brooch or pendant crafted from solid 14k yellow gold featuring a detailed Victorian Revival style design with a large, oval cut,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Revival Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

American Antique Victorian 14K Gold Natural Mississippi River Pearl Brooch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
American Antique Victorian 14K Gold Natural Mississippi River Pearl Brooch 2.3 gram Acid test shows 14K on Brooch and Silver on post Victorian American Workmanship circa 1880s No Ha...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Victorian Circle Knot Stickpin - 18k Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Date: 1860s - 1870s Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Cut: Round Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Cut: Rose Style: ...
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1860s Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Enamel Owl Brooch Blue Eyes & Natural Pearl Belly
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Owl Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Lovely Victorian Bar Brooch with a Cute Little Enamel Owl Perched To One Side. He Has Lovely Blu...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

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Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Brooch #16477
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Brooch This beautiful circle brooch features 12 gorgeous round cut natural blue sapphires and 12 white off round pearls!...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Lily Brooch 14 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate brooch is designed in the shape of a flower, a little white lily. The little jewel was created around 1900 - 1905 and is made out of 14 karat gold. The flower petals ar...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Neotrigonia Shell Trident Brooch - c1880
Located in Hummelstown, PA
The Greek sea god Poseidon and his Roman counterpart Neptune are often associated with a three pronged trident. The spear is believed to be symbolic of power and the holy number three. This wonderful Victorian era trident brooch features a platinum topped gold spear head...
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1880s Antique Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

French 20th Century Fine Pearl 18 Karat Rose Green Yellow Gold Collar Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat rose, yellow and green gold, horse head hallmark. A charming antique collar brooch, openworked with floral motifs in green gold and arabesques in yellow gold, ador...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Brooch Platinum Circa 1910 Fabulous Bow Shaped Brooch, Set with Calibrated Sapphires & Old Cut Diamond High Quality Safety Clasp, with Gold Pin Measures Approx 81....
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Early 20th Century English Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

8.64 Carat AGL Certified Ceylon Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details: Item Type: Brooch Pin Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 12.45 grams Era: Art Deco Center Stone Details: Gemstone Type: Sapphire Carat: 8.64 Carats Cut: Cushion Cut Color...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Baroque Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sultan Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the head of a sultan with highly rendered features Featuring a baroque pearl headpiece measuring 15.0 x 10.0 mm White in body color with ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Young Foal" 18ct Gold & Diamond Horse Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
Designed by gemstone-carving-master Alfred Zimmermann, following his designs of his one of a kind gemstones carvings. This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop i...
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Early 2000s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 14K Two Tone Gold Natural YOGO Sapphire and Diamond Bar Brooch Pin GIA
Located in Addison, TX
14K White and Yellow gold Art Deco bar brooch featuring with 2 Old European Cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.20 carats G in color, I1 in clarity. Brooch weighs 4.4 grams. Dimens...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Wonderful French antique bar brooch - Victorian - rose cut diamonds & sapphire
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Marvellous 18 K gold and silver Victorian brooch. This piece was crafted during the 19th century in France and is therefor also called a Napoleon III jewel. This stu...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Koi Fish Brooch Sapphires Rubies Diamonds 3.99 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 68 Orange Sapphires = 2.77 Carats 182 Diamonds = 1.12 Carats 2 Rubies = 0.10 Carats Metal: 18K White G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Sterling Silver Pearl Double Loop Pin/Brooch #14648
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mikimoto pearl and sterling silver double loop pin/brooch. Beautiful sterling silver loops adorned with freshwater pearls. Mikimoto is known for the highest grade of pearls availabl...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Diamond and Natural Pearl Bow Brooch - GIA
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Feminine and lovely, this enchanting Edwardian brooch centers on lustrous natural pearl, accompanied by a GIA certificate, elegantly wrapped like a bonbon in...
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Early 1900s Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Sterling Silver Pearl Rhinestone Lapel Pin Wreath Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is a lovely vintage sterling silver round wreath brooch set with faux pearl and glass rhinestones. The brooch is created with diamond-like glass stones also called rhinestones t...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Natural Turquoise and Seed Pearl Open Gilt Etching Patterned Pin 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Bohemian Steampunk Pearl Turquoise Pin Seed pearls 3.5-2.5mm 2mm Natural Turquoise 14kt yellow gold 8.9 grams 53 x 27mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Rose Gold Bug Shaped Rubelite and Green Garnet Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Bug Shaped Rubelite and Green Garnet Brooch 7 Mixed Diamonds - 0.07 CT 48 Green Garnets - 0.73 CT 1 Rubelite - 1.44 CT 2 Rubies - 0.02 CT 12 Yellow Sapphires - 0.13 CT...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Leaf Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully crafted blue sapphire square and white diamond round brooch in a shape of a leaf. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. A great piece for anyone who enjoys a frivolous touch to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Gold, Enamel, and Seed Pearl Braided Hair Mourning Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Georgian gold, seed pearl, hair, and enamel mourning brooch. With braided or plaited hair behind glass in a worked gold setting set with seed pearls and surrounded by a black enamel band. The reverse bears a pin for attachment and likely had a jump ring removed. In the Georgian and Victorian eras, woven hair art was used to memorialize a departed loved one or given as a keepsake memorial for a loved one in their absence. The gold tests at 10k. Simply a wonderful Georgian mourning brooch...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Flower Brooch with Sapphire & Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Gübelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
An exquisite brooch with sapphire and diamonds by legendary Swiss Jewelry House Gübelin. The company is celebrated for its illustrious heritage in the world of gemstones and has a le...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

IRIS PARURE, Blue Huge Akoya Pearl, Japanese high-quality Akoya Pearl Brooch
Located in Ehime, JP
Creator: IRIS PARURE Pearl farm: Ehime, Uwajima, JAPAN Category: Pearl Brooch Features:Blue Huge Akoya (B.H.A.) , Non Colored & Non Bleached, BENI AKOYA® Size of Pearl:12.5mm-14.00mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Artisan Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl

Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Sapphire Hand Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.9 grams. Total weight is 5.9 grams. Totally is diamond 1.25 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.30...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K Gold 12 Point Buck Deer Brooch
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Add a touch of the outdoors to your wardrobe with this 18K deer pin. This 12 point buck is an en-deer-ing pin that comes alive with 2 pink sapphire eyes and ...
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1960s Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k 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...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Star Blue Enamel Pearl Brooch Pin - c.1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this charming antique Victorian 18ct gold enamel star brooch made c.1880. Modest in size yet striking in design, craftsmanship and style, this brooch is ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch Metal: 10.46 grams Pearls: 2.5 - 3.7mm Length: 80mm Width: 8.5mm Diamonds: Approx. .75 CTW H-I SI old mine cut natural d...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

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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