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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Sapphire
Gemstone: Coral
Retro .95 Ct G VVS Diamond and Coral 18 KT Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb vintage brooch is 1945 ca Italian origin Arrow design adorned with a natural Coral element interlaced in between Set with brilliant cut Diamonds for .95 Ct altogether G V...
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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Gold Multi-Colored Sapphire Brooch with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18k Gold Multi-Colored Sapphire Brooch with Pearls and Diamonds This stunning brooch features a stunning array of sapphires t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Garavelli 18K Gold Ruby Coral Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18K yellow gold figural pin brooch by Garavelli, an Italian jewelry brand established in the 1900s. The piece represens a love couple on the street. The piece is garnished ...
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Coral, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Sapphire Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Gold Antique Salamander Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized salamander with a wavy tail and curling forked tongue Featuring a cushion cut sapphire bead set in the center of its head Weighing approximately 0.54 carats t...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

18K Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Diamond Bee Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Diamonds Bee Brooch 42 Diamonds 0.16 CT 24 Fancy Diamonds 0.25 CT 1 Pink Sapphire 0.55 CT 1 Purple Sapphire 0....
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold

Antique Pavé Set Sapphire Pineapple Brooch - France - Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Rare and impressive antique pavé set Sapphire convex pineapple brooch - featuring a cascade of old oval and round cut prong set sapphires (approx. 10.48 ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Silver

Antique French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Serpent Snake Belt Buckle Cabochon Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Antique French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Serpent Snake Belt Buckle Cabochon Sapphires, Rose Cut Diamonds and Rubies. W 62.5mm H 39.47mm 22 grams French Hallmarks RARE and CHIC - very sub...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Carved Coral Cameo and Gold Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful 14 karat yellow gold hand-carved in high relief coral brooch set with a cameo in the center. The large coral beads on the edge are faceted and have a gold cap at the top ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

Sapphire, Diamonds, Spinel, Rose Gold and Silver Butterfly Brooch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Modern 8.44 Carat Multi Sapphire Flower Brooch Pin in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Modern Multi Sapphire Flower Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorned ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bochic "Orient" Blue Sapphire & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic "Orient" Sapphire & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch in 18K Gold & Silver Blue Natural Oval Shape Sapphire from Sri Lanka - 9 carat Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 3 Car...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Vase Diamonds Coral Onyx Emeralds Sapphires 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic Vase brooch in 18 karat yellow and white gold mounted with diamonds, coral,emeralds,onyx,sapphires and citrine. Vase total weight 56.30 grams Diamonds weight 0.80 karat Em...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, ...

18 K rose Gold openwork Dragonfly brooch pink Sapphire Tsavorite Diamond Pearl
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This delicate and lovely openwork Dragonfly brooch/pin is clearly inspired by the era of Art Nouveau. Made in warm 18 K rose Gold it is featuring an...
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2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Timeless Flight: Handcrafted 18kt Gold Dragonfly Brooch with Precious Gems
Located in Lugano, CH
In a world constantly evolving, where the ancient merges with the modern, a creation emerges that encapsulates the very essence of nature: the dragonfly, a symbol of transformation a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold A Man Eating Noodles Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Presenting an extraordinary creation from the renowned jewelry house Tiffany & Co., designed by the visionary Jean Schlumberger, comes a Yellow Gold Brooch that exemplifies artistry ...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Darling Mid-Century Poodle Dog Brooch with Sapphires, Ruby & Diamonds 18K
Located in Bloomington, MN
Darling Mid-Century Poodle Dog Brooch with Sapphires, Ruby & Diamonds in 18K Gold Fall in love with this whimsical Vintage Poodle Brooch, meticu...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Tiffany & Co Giraffe Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany & Co diamond and sapphire giraffe yellow gold brooch circa 1990. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ131D. Scroll down for detailed specifications. Tiffany & Co uses a large-scale de...
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1990s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond, Ruby Sapphire Emerald Vermeil Cricket Silver Brooch-Pendant
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Grasshopper or Cricket form brooch-pendant, set with rose cut diamonds and cabochon sapphires, emeralds and rubys. Total aproximated diamonds weight: 2.25 carats. Total aproximated r...
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Early 2000s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Vermeil, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Retro Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A regal 1940's Tiffany & Co. Sapphire and Diamond brooch made in 18K yellow gold. The brooch consists seven stunning Sapphires weighing 7.07 carats total, with 2.20 carats in round ...
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1940s Unknown Revival Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Sapphire Invisible Setting with Diamond Flower Brooch in 18k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Meticulously hand-crafted with calibré-cut Yellow Sapphire, this blossom is completed with 76.25 cts of yellow sapphire and centered with 1.04 cts of Diamond set in 18k Gold Settings...
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2010s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Contemporary Sterling Silver 10.96 Carat Multi Sapphire Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Houston, TX
This Contemporary 10.96 Carat Multi Sapphire Flower Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsma...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1938 Art Deco Dress Clips Brooches 14Kt Yellow Gold With Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of deco clips designed by Tiffany & Co. A beautiful pair of squared dress clips, created in New York city at the Tiffany Studios during the late art deco period, circa 1938. T...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Martine Enamel Sapphire and Ruby Clown Brooch
Located in Summerland, CA
14k yellow Gold and enamel brooch signed Martine. Five blue sapphire stones. Four on the collar, and one on top of the cap. Cabochon ruby on the nose. Articulates from the collar...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. 1940 Art Deco Square Dress Clips In 14Kt Yellow Gold With Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of dress clips designed by Tiffany & Co. A beautiful pair of dress clips, created in New York city at the Tiffany Studios during the late art deco period, circa 1940. These dr...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Victorian 18k Sapphire Chatelaine Mesh Purse Pin or Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely gorgeous and unique chatelaine purse from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this ornate coin purse features a beautiful frame that holds a hand wr...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Italy Mid Century 1960 Enamel Brooch 18Kt Gold With 4.42 Ctw Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Italian enamel Orchid brooch with natural gemstones Very handsome and colorful dress clip, created in Milano Italy during the mid-century period, back in the 1960. This attractive p...
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1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yell...

Large 18K Yellow Gold Coral Reef Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a large 18K yellow gold coral brooch. It depicts a large round shaped coral reef brooch adorned with a cluster of tear drops shaped corals in pron...
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 K white Gold bee brooch South Sea Pearl Diamond Rubyfancy Sapphire Tsavorite
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
For all bee lovers- you are staring at a exquisite pin brooch! Beautiful Bumble Bee brooch, set with 23 white brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 0.0.26 ct , G color, vs clarity, 2 Ruby ...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1930s Oval Diamond Filigree 18k White Gold Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
This Art Deco diamond is the epitome of Deco style. The symmetry, the geometry, antique diamonds, everything about this brooch is what Art Deco jewelry is known. The brooch featur...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mayor's Coral Diamond Green Carnelian Owl Brooch, French
Located in New York, NY
Mayor's Coral Diamond Green Carnelian Owl Brooch, French An adorable owl made of coral with green carnelian cabochon eyes and cascading round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.70 cara...
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luxury 18k white gold brooch with diamonds, sapphires and rubies iced out
Located in Berlin, BE
Prepare to be enchanted by the sheer opulence and charm of this breathtaking 18-karat white gold brooch, crafted in the form of a magnificent butterfly. The beauty and meticulous att...
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2010s French Aesthetic Movement Brooches

Materials

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

1980's Hammerman Brothers Diamond Ruby 18K Gold Frog Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This textured 1980's frog motif brooch pin is excellent for nature lovers, Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold by Hammerman Brothers, topped by (11) round cut diamonds, pave set, wei...
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1980s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Arts & Crafts Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ivy Antique Circle Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a circular disk form comprised of pierced creeping ivy motif With curling vines, leaves, and gold beading throughout Prong set throughout with round and cushion cut sapp...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Sworn Enemies Titanium Flight Encounter Brooch
Located in London, GB
The most unlikely of ‘Sworn Enemies’ are the demure, beautiful and very busy Hummingbirds. Believe it or not, any given pair can’t stand the sight of each other. The feud is centred ...
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2010s British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, Black Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Onyx, Pu...

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Sapphire Ruby Pearl Old Cut Diamond Butterfly Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a lovely Victorian butterfly bar brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. Victorian era had an intricate language of symbolism. The butterfly sy...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Coral Turquoise Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Brooch
Located in Bellmore, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Coral Turquoise Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Brooch, a ...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Imperial Romanov Crest Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910s, 14k, Russia. Decorated with the Romanov Imperial double eagle, brooches like this one could only be made for members of the Royal fami...
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1910s Russian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Diamond & Sapphire Heart Brooch in 14K Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Wonderful Mid-Century Diamond & Sapphire Heart Brooch in 14K Gold Fall in love with this exquisite Mid-Century Heart Wreath Brooch, finely crafted in bright 14k yellow gold. The hea...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Gold Ruby And Sapphire Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Art Deco yellow gold brooch decorated with a stylized image of a bird set with ruby and sapphire gemstones. With a safety clutch pin back. Apparently unmarked. Art Deco Fi...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold

Interesting Insect Cicada Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This Victorian era brooch pin is a stunning piece of early 1900s antique insect jewelry. The curious cicada expertly crafted of 18 karat gold ...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum

18K Yellow Gold and Blue Enamel Diamond and Pink Sapphire Fish Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a mesmerizing masterpiece that captivates both women and men alike. This enchanting Fish Brooch Pin, crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and adorned with Blue Enamel, is a true sy...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blossom Branch Brooch with Dimonds and Pink Sapphires in White and Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing the Sakura Blossom Brooch - A Timeless Treasure! Elevate your style with our exquisite blossom brooch, a true masterpiece that captures the essence of beauty and fleetin...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Artist Brooches

Materials

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

Cameo Diamonds Sapphires 9 Karat Yellow Gold 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...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Textured Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold, sapphire, and diamond brooch in the form of a textured horseshoe set with alternating cushion-cut sapphires and old mine cut diamonds in a rose diam...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold and Green Enamel Diamond and Pink Sapphire Fish Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a mesmerizing masterpiece that will captivate all eyes! Crafted with utmost precision, this 18K Yellow Gold and Green Enamel Fish Brooch Pin showcases exquisite artistry ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sworn Enemies Titanium Cock Fight Brooch
Located in London, GB
Roosters serve two purposes, the first to serve as the rural alarm clock, cockadoodledooing at the crack of dawn 365 days a year. The other is to keep an entire flock of hens happy. ...
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2010s British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18...

Sworn Enemies Titanium Rock Brawl Brooch
Located in London, GB
Fiddler crabs are just plain anti-social. At the drop of the tide, they are out looking for trouble. Armed with a single ‘Pop Eye’ - like pincer, which interestingly can appear as ei...
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2010s British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Titanium, Wh...

French 19th Century Sapphire Fine Pearl Enamel Silver Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant-Brooch in silver, ram's head hallmark. Refined, this antique brooch features an arabesque design adorned with small sapphires and fine half-pearls...
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Enamel, Silver

Antique Victorian Mediterranean Coral Grape Brooch
Located in Chesterland, OH
Discover this exquisite antique grape brooch from the Victorian Romantic era, featuring a natural Mediterranean coral. This brooch is a testament...
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Late 19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, 10k Gold

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral, Black Enamel And Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Experience the timeless elegance of an estate Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Coral, Black Enamel, and Diamond Brooch. This exceptional piece showcases a vibrant orange cabochon-cut coral, m...
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20th Century Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Sapphire Panther Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 57 round single cut = 0.29cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Dimensions: pin measures 46 x 17.5mm Weight: 6.97 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Ruby Emerald Sapphire & Turquoise Textured Branch Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cut - Prong Set - Pinkish Red Color (6) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Round Cut - Prong Set - Deep Blue Color (6) Natural Genuine Emerald...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold

A Silver Dragonfly Brooch/Pendant set with Sapphires
Located in Seattle, WA
This one of a kind piece is convertible between a Brooch and a Pendant. It is set with Mother of Pearl Wings accented by tiny White Sapphires. The Body is set with a Rainbow Collecti...
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2010s Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver

Yellow Gold Sapphire Bird Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Bird Brooch. This adorable little bird is standing on a branch and seems to be ready to take flight. The body features a textured body, wings, feet and ...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Ebony wood & Cone Shell Butterfly with Turquoise
Located in Greenwich, CT
hand carved Cone shell & ebony wood Butterfly pin with turquoise & sapphire. Set in 18 karat yellow gold. Signed Sorab & Roshi. Saph= 0.27 cts. 2.06"L x 2.9"W
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage 1940s Multi-Stone Yellow Gold Heart Moon Horse Carriage Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 7.4 Grams Stone (2-4.5 mm): Sapphire, Ruby, Moonstone Measurements: 55.7 x 35.5 mm Hallmark: 14K Item #: BR-942-042023-02
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1940s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, 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...
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1960s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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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