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Brooches For Sale
Edwardian 950 Platinum TW 1.55 Carat Diamond Lizard Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian lizard pin brooch crafted in 950 platinum. Circa 1910.
The piece features diamonds (TW 1.55ct):
- 23 diamonds, RBC-33/57, TW 0.75ct, RW+/STW, VS-SI
- 49 diamon...
Category
20th Century Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Egyptian Revival Enamel Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
The "Winged Globe" of Egypt is an ancient symbol of the protection and divinity often found above temple gates and worn by Egyptian kings.
This spectacular Winged Globe brooch featu...
Category
1910s Egyptian Revival Vintage Brooches
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Enamel
Important Jewelled Clover Brooch, Property of Coco Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel's personal brooch in the form of a four leaf clover of gilt chased bronze set with a central raised faux pearl. The pearl is surrounded by amythest, citrine, olivine and deep amber colored pastes. The clover leaf's edges highlighted with clear pastes.
This brooch has been made by Goossens for Chanel in different colorways, always represented by semiprecious tones mixed with pearls and pastes.
Originally purchased at Christies London,1978, Sale of the Personal Collection of Chanel.
Signed: CHANEL. Excellent Condition
2" x 7/8" high
Foto: Chanel crafting jewelry, 1957 image by Mark West...
Category
1950s French Renaissance Vintage Brooches
Materials
Bronze, Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
REGNER FRERES Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Cuff Bracelet - Double Clips
By Regner
Located in New York, NY
Envisioned as two cresting and cascading waves, one set with rubies while the other diamonds. Both rise from an 18K yellow gold cuff. Cascading down the side as if two congruent wave...
Category
1940s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dogwood Flower Brooch/Pin #21232
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dogwood Flower Brooch-
This elegant piece by Tiffany & Co. is inspired by the delicate beauty of the dogwood blossom. Made from solid 18K yellow g...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold Moonstone Brooch #1427, Torun for Georg Jensen
By Georg Jensen
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold and moonstone cabochon spiral brooch #1427, designed by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe for Georg Jensen. The piece showcases a captivating spiral design centred with a...
Category
1990s Danish Modern Brooches
Materials
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rene Boivin Paris Gem Set Brooch 18kt Gold with 14.09ctw in Diamonds and Pearls
By René Boivin
Located in Miami, FL
Gem set brooch designed by Rene Boivin.
Gorgeous piece of jewelry, created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Rene Boivin. This fabulous gem set brooch is a one of a kind piece and has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats. Embellished with magnificent gemstones and fitted with a hinged pair of double bars with a trombone security lock.
Diamonds: Mounted in an impeccable French pave setting, with 221 round brilliant cut diamonds, 11.05 carats, white colorless D/E Color, VVS-1 Clarity.
Diamonds: Mount in bezel settings, with 8 round brilliant cut diamonds, 3.04 carats, white colorless D/E Color, VVS-1 Clarity.
Pearls: Mounted with hanging elements that are holding 16 round white pearls, graduated from 5 mm to 8 mm.
Weight: 54.25 Grams, (34.78Dwt).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks and signed, "RENE BOIVIN".
Measurements: 67 mm by 95.25 mm (2.64 x 3.75 Inches).
René Boivin, born in 1864, was a French goldsmith, founded his company in 1890 in Paris. When he married Jeanne Poiret...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modernist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Race Horse, Essex Glass & Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Stick Pin
18ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1900
This exquisite 18ct Gold Edwardian Stick Pin is a true masterpiece, perfect for any racing enthusiast. Featuring a beautifully crafte...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14ct Yellow Gold Stamped, 1960s Cat Brooch with Natural Emerald Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cat Brooch
14ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1960s
Add a touch of whimsy to your jewellery collection with this delightful 14ct yellow gold cat brooch. Playfully posed, this adorab...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sakura Cherry Blossom Diamond Carved Coral Enamel 18K White Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cherry blossoms in bloom are one of the most beautiful and delightful sights of spring. They symbolize romance, hope, new life, living in the moment and appreciating things as they a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Cartier Juste un clou Broche Or Rose Gold Pin Brooch in box
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier brooch or tie pin, Juste un clou model, in 18K rose gold, delivered in its original box. Total length of the brooch 5.85 cm x width 0.8 cm, weight 5.38 gr, numbered and signe...
Category
2010s French Brooches
Materials
Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Opal and Demantoid Snake Stick Pin
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A miniature work of art by Tiffany & Co, this exquisitely crafted stick pin features a sinuous snake set with vibrant apple green demantoid garnets, slithering up the side of a glowi...
Category
Early 20th Century American Brooches
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
Signed Antique German 14k Gold, Jade, & Diamond Figural Leaf Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed antique leaf brooch or pin.
In 14k yellow gold.
With a carved, 5-point variegated leaf (likely a Maple leaf) in green jade (nephrite) that is prong-set on a gold mou...
Category
Early 20th Century German Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Nautilus Shell Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large, attractive Nautilus Shell Brooch from the 1980's. A half shell is backed with a central bezel set malachite set in center.
3" x 2.5". 1980's USA.
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Malachite
Antique Cherub Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Cherub Brooch: This antique, 14k gold brooch (circa 1880) features an enamel cherub nestled in a pearl crescent shooting a diamond arrow into the stars.
The piece measures 1...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage faux coral beaded bracelet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• faux coral / molded celluloid
• gold tone clasp
• vintage beaded bracelet
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
Category
1970s Vintage Brooches
Cilea Paris Giant Turquoise Resin Ribbon Brooch
By Ciléa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite brooch from Cilea Paris is a piece of art to wear. It is crafted by hand with skillful attention to detail. Made with high-quality resin, it features a beautiful turqu...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Missoni Jewelled Black Lucite Mask Brooch
By Missoni
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a rare iconic Missoni Italy brooch designed for their 1991 jewelry collection. The pin features a dimensional oversized carved tribal mask in blac...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper, Gilt Metal
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, 1920s English Setter Enamel Dog Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold & Enamel Dog Brooch
15ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1920s
This exquisite 1920s brooch features a beautifully hand-painted enamel depiction of an English Setter, set elegantly ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Brooches
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Late 19th Century Old Cut Diamond and Natural Saltwater Pearl Morning Glory Leaf
Located in Hummelstown, PA
During the Victorian era, morning glory leaves were part of a symbolic language of flowers known as floriography. The morning glory leaves and tendrils were used to convey love, affe...
Category
1880s Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Frog Brooch with Diamonds and Cabochon Emeralds Eyes
Located in New York, NY
A Whimsical Emblem of Charm and Luxury
Invite a dash of playful sophistication into your collection with this Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Frog Brooch, gracefully set with approximately 0...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rene Lalique Art Nouveau Opalescent Glass and Diamond Flower Brooch
By Lalique
Located in New York, NY
René Lalique (1860-1945), the indisputable genius of Art Nouveau taking form botanical and feminine inspiration to create this beautiful brooch.
Designed as a spray of daffodils com...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Chanel Broche 1996 Golden CC Turnlock Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch with a large CC Chanel logo in golden metal, slanted pin on the back. Width 3.8 cm x length 2.9 cm. The brooch has a few scratches from use but it is in very good vinta...
Category
1990s French Brooches
Vintage moon gold tone red enamel rhinestone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with rhinestones and enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
1990s Retro Brass French Heart Brooch by Loris Azzaro
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a stunning 1990s Retro Brass Heart Brooch by Loris Azzaro, the celebrated French designer known for his glamorous and bold jewelry designs.
Made from polished brass, giving i...
Category
Late 20th Century French Retro Brooches
Materials
Brass
Vintage gold tone enamel leaf ladybug designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 49
❤️❤️ V...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold TW ~2.00 Carat Old Cut Diamond Floral Brooch Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Art Nouveau floral brooch and pendant. It is crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890.
The piece features diamonds (TW ~2ct): old mine cut, old European cut, rose cut.
Weight: ...
Category
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Vintage MONET signed gold tone rhinestone enamel elephantdesigner brooch
By Monet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed MONET
• gold tone with rhinestones and enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Brooch with pearls - 4.3 grams - 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold branch brooch with stone pearls – 4.3 grams
detailed description:
the size of the brooch is 4.3 cm long by 1.9 cm wide
weight 4.3 grams
set with
- 28 x...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver Tone Rhinestones Bow Statement Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous silver tone bow brooch with marquise and round clear faceted rhinestones, and millgrain edging decoration.
Measuring maximum length 8.4 cm / 3.3 inches by width 4 cm / 1.5...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Chanel Art Nouveau Broche XXL Golden Green Enamel Beetle Maxi Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Large Chanel brooch inspired by Art Nouveau in matte (pale) gold metal and enamel in different tones, with a scarab motif and a CC logo. Width 5 x ...
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Enamel
2019 Chanel A19K CC Logo Star Clover Pearl Charm Safety Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a charm safety pin brooch designed by Chanel for 2019 collection. The piece is gold plated. It features CC logo, star, flower, clover charms. They are adorned with clear crys...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Brooches
Ciondolo /Spilla Razza oro 18Kt Diamanti e zaffiri blu Made in Italy
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Spilla/Pendente in Oro 18kt con Diamanti Bianchi e Zaffiri Blu – Razza Marina
La razza marina è un animale che si muove con eleganza e sinuosità nell’oceano. Il suo corpo è imprezio...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
White and Black Enamel Bumblebee Golden Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! White and Black Golden Enamel Bumble Bee Vintage Brooch Pin. Gold tone mounting. Measuring approx. 1.4" h x 1" w . Exquisitely det...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Enamel
Vintage FOREM signed gold tone jewel mogul watch designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed FOREM
• gold tone with glass cabs
• vintage designer watch brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
S...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch 1.5 Inches Diameter
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Symbol of Refined Design and Enduring Value
Elevate your jewelry collection with this Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ribbon Brooch, crafted in 14K yellow gold. Notable for its grac...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold tone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 48
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIG...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Vintage SWAROVSKI swan signed gold plated crystal Maltese cross designer brooch
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed SWAROVSKI (swan logo)
• gold plated with crystals
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs o...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Tiffany & Co Paisley Diamond brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co
Diamond Brooch Paisley motif. 60 Beautiful fine round diamonds F color VVS Quality set an 18 karat gold and platinum approximately one and a half inches in length and o...
Category
1970s American Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Gems & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Gems & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Ruby - 13.00 carat
Natural Amethyst - 3.00 carat
Natural Emerlad - 2.00 carat
Natural White Topaz ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Brooch, Platinum and18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Brooch made in Platinum and the pin is in 18k. Circa 1920. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris. The total weight is 14.44 grams.
SKU: 1502
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Gold Floral Brooch, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Gold Floral Brooch made in 18k yellow gold. The total weight of the brooch is 13.54 grams. The dimensions are 2 3/8 inch x 1.38 inch wide.
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold
TZURI GUETA Paris Silicone ‘Boule’ Brooch
By Tzuri Gueta
Located in Atlanta, GA
Unique yellow silicone brooch designed to replicate the natural world of sea creatures by Paris based jewelry artist and textile designer, Tzuri Gueta. Gueta’s work is inspired by Mo...
Category
1990s French Contemporary Brooches
Vintage gold tone pearl enamel seashell designer brooch pendant
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed HMS
• gold tone with faux pearl and enamel
• vintage designer brooch / pendant
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Victorian brooch with ruby and ol mine/ rose cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold brooch with ruby and rose and old mine cut diamond 1.00 ct
Detailed description
the brooch is 3.1 cm high and 2.8 cm wide
total weight: 9.0 grams
set with:
- 1 x ...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Early Victorian Cherub Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1860
This exquisite brooch showcases a charming cherub intricately carved from shell, encased in a stunning 15ct yellow gold frame. T...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl & Emerald Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl & Emerald Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Multi Color Sapphire
Natural Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka
Natural Emeralds
Natural...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage gold tone unique dangle designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
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CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 49
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DES...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
RENE BOIVIN Diamond Ruby & Yellow Gold Tremblant Brooch Pin
By René Boivin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Magnificent and sensual jeweled orchid created by amazing French jeweler Rene Boivin whose pieces are collectable and highly sought after. Stamen part of the flower trembles when the...
Category
1940s French Vintage Brooches
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Sapphire & Amethyst Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Sapphire & AmethystBrooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Multi Color Sapphire - 3.00 carat
Natural Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka
Natural Ame...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Baroque Revival Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k...
Bochic “Orient” Pearl, Sapphire & Emerald Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Pearl & Emerald Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Multi Color Sapphire - 1.00 carat
Natural Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage Art Glass Evil Eye Golden Marquise Crystal Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Art Glass Evil Eye Crystal Golden Vintage Mid Century Modern Statement Brooch Pin Centering an Art Glass Evil Eye. Surrounded by Hand set Golden Marquise Sparkling ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Brooch Pin Nouveau 1910 Enamel Necklace Sterling Silver and 18 Karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hand made in Spain Enamel pendant/Brooch pin
can be used as a brooch or Necklace (chain /cord not included)
Oxidized Sterling Silver 925 and 18k yellow Gold (in the flowers ...
Category
Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 9ct Gold Stamped, London Hallmarked 1990, Aquamarine & Pearl Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold Brooch
9ct Yellow Gold Stamped
Hallmarked London 1990
Makers Mark D W T
Introducing a stunning 9ct yellow gold vintage bar brooch that exudes timeless elegance. This...
Category
Late 20th Century English Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Hardstone Lady Cameo Portrait Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cameo Brooch
18ct Gold French Hallmarked
Circa 1880
This exquisite antique brooch is a remarkable piece from the Victorian era, crafted in 18ct gold and featuring a beauti...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage matte gold tone huge horse designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 47
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESI...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1910
This exquisite Edwardian bar brooch is crafted from 15ct yellow gold and features a stunning oval faceted aquamarine. The 15ct stam...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Aquamarine, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Shopping for Vintage Brooches? Find Chanel Brooches, Gold Brooches, Fabergé Brooches and Other Jewelry 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 Gucci, Versace, Dior 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.