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Brooches For Sale
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Creator: Elizabeth Locke
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Lucky Animals Panda Brooch
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2300
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2020
RRP £7,500 Inc taxes / $ 8,000 Excl taxes / 8,700€ Incl taxes
Model ARP5LI00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones...
Category
2010s French Brooches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold.
A petite butterfly brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels dating from the 1980s. This abstract pin features a quatrefoil w...
Category
1980s American Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Elizabeth Locke Mother of Pearl & Cultured Pearl Hammered Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Holland, PA
Hammered 18k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl And Cultured Pearl Brooch Pin by Elizabeth Locke.
With One Large oval shaped mother of pearl & 3 cultured pearls 8mm, 6.5mm, 6.5mm
Details: ...
Category
20th Century American Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Dog Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This rare and collectible stunning Van Cleef & Arpels brooch pendant is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a diamond accents with a cabochon ruby eye, a black enamel nose, and a...
Category
1960s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Clématite Flower Diamond Grey Mother of Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Clématite Flower Diamond Gray Mother Of Pearl Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels.
This brooch comes with service paper from VCA store in New York and a VCA box.
With 3 roun...
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Coral Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels presents a mesmerizing creation: a stylized butterfly adorned with exquisite coral inlaid wings. The wings, a rich opaque medium reddish-orange hue, captivate the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Leaf Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and sapphire vintage leaf brooch from the 1970s is a stunning and timeless piece of jewelry, reflecting the elegance and craftsmanship for which the b...
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Elizabeth Locke Turquoise Diamond Pearl Fur Brooch 33g i14888
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning collectible fur clip and pin brooch combo from Elizabeth Locke. High end 25mm by 18mm natural turquoise bezel set in the middle. 7-9mm lustrous pearls around it with approxi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Young Lion Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and regal elegance, behold the Van Cleef & Arpels Lion 14K Brooch Pin. Exclusively curated for those with a discerni...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Bow Clip Brooch
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, a bold and chunky clip brooch designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Stamped VCA 750 and serial number.
Good condition, no defects.
Dimensions: 4 x 2 cm ...
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
VCA 1960s 18k gold, turquoise, ruby and diamond chick brooch
Located in London, GB
This delightful 1960s VCA chick brooch is made of 18k gold and is adorned with small round cut diamonds and rubies with a large cabochon turquoise as its egg. It would make a fine ad...
Category
1960s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Bow Clip Brooch
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, a bold and chunky clip brooch designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Stamped VCA 750 and serial number.
Good condition, no defects.
Dimensions: 5 x 1.5 c...
Category
Late 20th Century French Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch.
A Saint Bernard dog brooch featuring pave diamonds, a ruby as the tongue & black enamel nose & eyes.
Diamond Weight: approximately 8.15 cara...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Retro Gold Clip
Located in New York, NY
Retro 1950s Van Cleef & Arpels clip, set in 18k yellow gold. Measures 1 5/8" x 0.75". Hallmarked on the back - Van Cleef & Arpels. Weight of the piece - 16.9 grams.
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Tiger Eye Lucky Animals
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2329
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2019
RRP £6,150 Inc taxes / $ 6,550 Excl taxes / 7,150€ Incl taxes
Model ARP2AZ00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of...
Category
2010s French Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Leaf Brooch
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance, showcasing the renowned sophistication of the esteemed jewelry house. Craft...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Mother-of-Pearl Onyx Lucky Animals Dog Brooch
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2299
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2019
RRP £6,750 Inc taxes / $ 7,200Excl taxes / 7,850€ Incl taxes
Model VCARP2AU00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Ston...
Category
2010s French Brooches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
The Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a magnificent creation in 18k yellow gold, showcasing a floral mot...
Category
1980s French Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond And Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a stunning piece, crafted from 18k yellow gold. ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Dragonfly Brooch, Yellow Sapphires Diamonds
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Dragonfly Clip
Description: White gold and 18k Yellow Gold Dragonfly Clip Featuring Yellow Sapphires and Diamonds.
Specifications:
Gemstones: Yellow Sapphires Est 2.50 cts
Diamonds. .10 cts
Design: Dragonfly motif
Features: Brooch set with 9 Diamonds and Yellow Sapphires Wings...
Category
Early 2000s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog with Newspaper Brooch
Located in Bellmore, NY
Embrace the whimsical charm of this rare Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch, of French origin and circa late 20th Century. Meticulously c...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Dragonfly Clip
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous figural "dragonfly" clip. Made, signed and numbered by VAN CLEEF & ARPELS. 18K white gold, pave set brilliant white diamonds (2.55 carats, F-G, VVS). 1 3/4"x 1 1/2." A spark...
Category
1990s French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Emerald Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Lion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Van Cleef & Arpels brooch features a fabulous lion design crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, green emerald eyes, and a black enamel nose...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Large Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Ruby Foliate Brooch 3 1/8 Inches Long
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful foliate brooch, crafted by esteemed maker Van Cleef & Arpels in 1958 is a classic design. Consists of one leaf gently resting on top of a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Ruby and Diamond Tie Pin
Beautiful Van Cleef and Arpels tie pin with ten round cut diamonds and cabochon ruby.
Signed: VCA and numb...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Vintage Diamond Emerald Gold Platinum Lion Cub Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
Keep your baby lion cub close to you when wearing this adorable Van Cleef & Arpels Paris vintage diamond emerald gold and platinum brooch. With its black enamel nose, emerald eyes, a...
Category
1960s French Modernist Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Péry et Fils Diamond Flower Brooch Pair, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Flower Brooches by Pery et Fils made in 18k Gold and with Diamonds. Each flower is designed with textured gold petals with diamonds. Paris, Circa 1980. N...
Category
Late 20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Mabe Pearl Frog Pendant Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
A pin and pendant in one, this Van Cleef & Arpels creation would make a fine choice to reinvent your style with playful accessorizing. This 18K yellow gold piece of jewelry features ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Elizabeth Locke Three Coins Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 18k yellow gold three coin brooch by Elizabeth Locke. Carefully handcrafted.
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel Gold Diamonds and Coral Large Clip Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel Collection clip Brooch, measuring 2 inches in Diameter, comprised of 6 Light Pink Coral Pedals with an 18k Yellow Gold center set with 7 Round Brillia...
Category
Early 2000s French Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Scarecrow Clip Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels gem studded yellow gold scarecrow clip brooch circa 1966. *
ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ1018A. Scroll down for specific details. This charming little fellow is a marvel of design and workmanship embodying the standards of excellence that are Van Cleef & Arpels' signature traits. That sets it apart. The body is made up of straws formed by shaggy-looking gold. Topped by a windblown scarf sheltering a head formed by a large green onyx bead supporting a golden top hat stuffed with more golden straws. Its coat is buttoned by a pair of sparkling Van Cleef diamonds...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Invisible set Sapphire Bow
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels Retro period Large Bow Brooch with Invisible Sapphire setting .
Category
20th Century French Retro Brooches
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Pin 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapel Pin
Cabochon Cut Red Ruby Est .50 cts
16 Brilliant Cut Diamonds .50 cts
Cute little flower pen 20 x 10 mm.
Hallmarked VCA
French Eagles head
Workshop mark...
Category
2010s French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Large 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wood Clematis Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels large clematis flower brooch, the flowerhead centering three round brilliant-cut diamonds within a gold wire spray surrounded by five carved wood petals each withi...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18 Karat Gold Magnolia Brooch
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Van Cleef & Arpels, this beautiful brooch is from the Magnolia collection.
• Metal:18 Karat Yellow Gold
• Circa: 1980s
• Gemstone: 6 Diamonds=.49 carats
• Weight: 11.4 grams
• D...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Elizabeth Locke Mabe Pearl Sapphire Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A finely crafted design paired with exceptional materials is the hallmark of this brooch from Elizabeth Locke. The brooch is made of 18K yellow gold and Large Blue Mabe Pearl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fine and rare brooch by Van Cleef and Arpels, of French origin and circa late 20th Century. This brooch is made in the likeness of a small dog with a rolled up newspaper in its mout...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Spring Multi Gemstone 18k Rose Gold Brooch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Spring brooch is an exquisite piece of jewelry featuring an array of vibrant gemstones set in 18k rose gold. The design exud...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Lion Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Model: Lucky Animals Lion
Gemstone: O...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Brooch
An 18 karat yellow gold flower motif brooch set with 76 round cut diamonds and 4 cabochon turquoise
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels N.Y. an...
Category
1960s American Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Chalcedony Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire & Chalcedony Flower Brooch
A brooch featuring six blue chalcedony petals, 23 round cabochon sapphires, and approximately 3.30 carats of 78 round cut dia...
Category
1980s French Vintage Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Dragonfly Brooch, Yellow Sapphires Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18 carat White gold and 18 carat yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch, Yellow Sapphires and Diamonds.
Brooch VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Dragonfly, ...
Category
1990s French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage 18kt. yellow gold Leaf brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels vintage 18kt. yellow gold Leaf brooch.
Designer : Van Cleef & Arpels
Made in France, Circa 1960's
Fully hallmarked. (Van Cleef & Arpels, 750, Serial Number, Frenc...
Category
1960s European Vintage Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1925 Paris Lapel Clip Watch Platinum With 2.17 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco lapel clip watch designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Fabulous and very rare lapel clip watch, created during the art deco period in Paris Fr...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding timeless charm, this trio of pins from French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels takes the form of whimsical bees. Encrusted with glittering white diamonds, two pins feature vivid gr...
Category
20th Century French Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’
Located in New York, NY
Black Mother-Of-Pearl ‘Rose de Noel’ brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. This brooch
is designed in floral motif, featuring six Mother of Pearl petals and center set with eight round brill...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Estate Elizabeth Locke Micro Mosaic Brooch/Pendant
Located in Derby, NY
Estate Elizabeth Locke Micro Mosaic Brooch/Pendant
This expertly crafted vintage Elizabeth Locke micro mosaic brooch can also be worn as...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Red Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl Diamond Red Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Additional information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Gemstone: Diamond, Pearl
M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960s 18 carat gold sapphire and diamond flower brooch
Located in London, GB
The design of this outstanding Van Cleef & Arpels 18 carat gold brooch from the 1960s centres around a 5.66 carat Ceylon sapphire. The centre stone is adorned with 18 round cut diamo...
Category
1960s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Gemstone Floral Motif Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
One beautiful brooch crafted by famed designer Van Cleef & Arpels. The brooch is crafted to depict a large flower as details are seen throughout. The brooch shows multiple layers ...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels brooch will serve as a stunning addition to any jewelry collection. The intricate design is crafted from 18K yellow gold and beautifully depicts a bir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch
An openwork butterfly design with round brilliant-cut diamonds of ...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k gold bow brooch by Van Cleef & Arples, set with approx. 1.03ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 30mm x 6mm. Marked: 1.03, V.CA., C4252A3. Weight -...
Category
20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum ‘Un Cercle’ Clip Brooch Circa 1931
Located in London, GB
A fabulous Art Deco ‘Un Cercle’ clip brooch by Van Cleef and Arpels c.1931, the brooch of open circular form set throughout with brilliant cut diamonds, embellished to each side with baguette diamonds and to the centre front with an angular geometric motif channel set with baguette and brilliant cut diamonds, the lower half with cut out details adding to the contrast between the curved and straight edges, all in platinum with a hinged opening, the top right quarter folding forwards to allow the brooch to be clipped in place. This is an iconic VCA design that has featured in books and exhibitions on the jewellery of this prestigious Maison. An archival advert for ‘Un Cercle’ shows how versatile the clip is, the clever mechanism allowing it to be pinned easily to hats, clothing and even an evening bag. Anywhere you need a touch of pure glamour, pin the ‘Circle’ and it is instantly elevated.
Maker
Van Cleef & Arpels
Period
Circa 1931
Origin
French
Gemstones
14 x baguette diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of approximately 1.2cts
81 x brilliant cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of approximately 6.4cts
Setting
Platinum signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Bte SGDC numbered and with workshop mark for Rubel Freres and French assay mark
Weight
23 grams
Dimensions
4.9cm / 1.9” in diameter
0.5cm / 0.2” wide at narrowest point tapering to 1.1cm / 0.43” at widest point
Condition
Very fine
Literature & Exhibitions
See ‘Set in Style – The Jewellery of Van Cleef & Arpels’, Sarah D. Coffin p.225 for an image of this brooch design alongside an archival advert for it.
Directors Notes
The names of Jean and Robert Rubel are relatively unknown today but during the 1920s and 30s they ran one of the most important jewellery workshops in Paris. Responsible for creating many beautiful and iconic jewels of the period, predominantly for Van Cleef & Arpels, the firm was one of the ‘unsung heroes’ of French haute joaillerie in the first half of the 20th Century. Before emigrating from Hungary to France, the brothers had run a successful jewellery shop in their native Budapest. They settled in Paris and opened a workshop at 22 rue Vivienne, not far from the Place Vendôme, in 1915. They gradually built their business and reputation for fine quality craftsmanship and within ten years they were working for some of the most prestigious Parisian jewellers. One such client was Van Cleef & Arpels who began working with Rubel Frères sometime around 1923 and the two firms would go on to form a close working relationship that would last for twenty years. They remained in Paris, quietly creating their masterpieces for sale in the Place Vendome boutiques, until 1939. It was then that they were offered the opportunity to move to America where Van Cleef & Arpels had recently opened offices. The two brothers were asked to set up and supervise a workshop in New York which would make the Van Cleef jewellery...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Design Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Bow Design Vintage Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Details:
Weight: 26 grams
Measurements: 43mm x 22mm
Stamped Hallmarks: VCA 750 DR01.00YG ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin, Italian
18 karat yellow gold, with a textured small bird motif and a spiral back; marked VCA, 18k, Made in Italy, 750
Size: width 1.5 cm, length ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18KYG Rose de Noel Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Naples, FL
Experience the epitome of luxury with the Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël Brooch. Crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this masterpiece captures the essence of elegance and grace. Ado...
Category
20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Elizabeth Locke Cabochon Aquamarine and Amethyst Brooch and Pendant
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Elizabeth Locke, this 19kt gold brooch/pendant has 1 large center cabochon aquamarine with 8 smaller cabochons, 4 aquamarines and 4 amethysts. All...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Gold
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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