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Brooches For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Victorian
Victorian 1.05 CTW Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clover Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a three-leaf clover comprised of round cut sapphires Weighing approximately 1.05 carats total Transparent medium blue in color Prong set with gold stem Completed by gol...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Porcelain Miniature Painting Oval Small Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a small oval pin brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold (needle - 14K gold). Circa 1880. The piece features a miniature painting depicting a lady with two angels. It is hand pa...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Amethyst and Gold Plated Silver Antique Insect Pendant/Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
Detailed and beautiful, this brooch was created in the mid 1800s. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... Although unhallmarked, this brooch has been tested as being constructed...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique 15k gold Crescent moon and flower brooch, Pearl, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian Crescent moon and flower brooch. A beautiful open crescent moon in rich 15ct yellow gold with a pretty spray of flowers over the moon. The flower...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Antique Edwardian Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch Pendant Circa 1910
Located in Towson, MD
This hardstone (agate) cameo is haloed in hand-engraved 10k yellow gold. This lovely lady has beautifully coiffed hair topped with a diadem, a lovely face, and even tiny drop earrings...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

2002 Chanel 02P Gold Tone CC Logo Heart Number Five Clover Charm Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a charm bar brooch designed by Chanel for 2002 collection. The piece is gold plated. It features heart, CC logo, number five, madame Coco, clover charms. Signed: ©Chanel® 0...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Brooches

18K White Gold Flower Sapphire Brooch with Diamonds & Green Garnets
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Flower Sapphire Brooch with Diamonds & Green Garnets 11 Sapphires - 4.41 CT 450 Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds - 9.68 CT 231 G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, White Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cat Miniature Portrait Signed Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1900. The piece features a detailed miniature portrait of a cat. It is hand painted. There is a signature of an author. ...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Diamond Sapphire Gold Multi-strand Bead Necklace and Double Flower Brooches
Located in Miami, FL
Bask in the beauty of this refreshingly decadent Diamond Sapphire 18K Gold Flower Multistrand Ombre Necklace Brooch!  This necklace has 5 ombre strands of light to dark-colored genu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

14K Montana Sapphire & Pearl Bar Pin GIA Report
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold Victorian bar pin with pearls and round Montana blue sapphires. The sapphires have cornflower blue color with a hint of periwinkle....
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Patriotic United States Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Flag Brooch in 18 Karat
Located in Wailea, HI
Introducing the breathtaking Large Patriotic United States Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Flag Brooch in 18k - a true masterpiece of fine jewelry that embodies the essence of American patriotism and pride. Crafted from the finest 18k gold, this exquisite brooch features a spectacular display of One Hundred and Forty Five Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Weighing 2.46 Carats [GH VVS-VS1] that brilliantly reflect light and add an element of sophistication to the design. The diamonds are expertly set in a way that highlights the intricate details of the American flag, which is beautifully crafted from Thirty Eight Round Sapphires Weighing .91 Carats Approximately and One Hundred and Nine Round Rubies Weighing 2.91 Carats. The bright, vibrant colors of the rubies and sapphires are a true testament to the exceptional quality of the gemstones, with no imperfections visible to the naked eye. This exquisite brooch is the perfect statement piece for anyone who wants to show their love and admiration for the United States of America. Its unique and elegant design makes it the perfect addition to any outfit, from formal evening wear...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Nubian Prince Ruby Pearl Diamante Vintage Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed 3-dimensional Vintage Designer Ruby, Pearl and Amethyst Nubian Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Rubies, Pearls, Caboch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Amethyst, Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 3 Multi Design Ornamental Christmas Tree Holiday Brooches Pins
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Three Vintage Classic Multi Design Red and Green Gold-tone Ornamental Christmas Tree Holiday Brooches. More Beautiful in Real time! ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Lapponia Brooch Man and Child Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning brooch by Björn Weckström for Lapponia Jewelry, from the Space Series, the vintage modernist sculptural sterling silver Man and Child brooch...
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Early 2000s Finnish Modern Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

John Galliano Pink Enamel and Straw Daisy Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb John Galliano Paris pin brooch features an oversized dimensional daisy flower shape in hot pink enameled metal contrasted with a genuine straw marquetry insert. The pin h...
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Early 2000s French Modern Brooches

Pair of Stone Inlay Bumble Bee Pins in Gold w/ Diamond Wings by Asch Grossbardt
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This delightful pair of Bumble Bee brooches were crafted by highly regarded designing jeweler, Asch Grossbardt. The specialty of this particular firm is intricate hard stone inlay, w...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Conch Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage gold and diamond conch brooch circa 1960. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: # P-DJ29G. Scroll down for detailed specifications. The realistic yellow gold and ...
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1960s Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Gold Squiggle Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Zig Zag Brooch Signed Tiffany & Co, Designed By Paloma Picasso. Hinged Pin With Closure on Back. Finished Weight is 8.9 Grams. 1.25" x 1.75"
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Late 20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Alexis Bittar Designer Signed Fox Rabbit Feather and Amethyst Crystal Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Alexis Bittar Designer Signed Fantasy Woodland Creatures featuring a Fox, Bunny Rabbit, Feather with spiked accents and Bezel set Amethyst color Crystal Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Monkey Brooch Holding a Beautiful Natural Seed Pearl
Located in Brighton, GB
Monkey Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1880 Holding a Beautiful Natural Seed Pearl Weight 3.9g All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Preloved. They are in ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Natasha Stambouli 24K GP Chalcedony Garnet Opal Maltese Cross Brooch Pin
Located in Sausalito, CA
This exquisite brooch pin by Natasha Stambouli showcases a haute couture Etruscan revival style cross design, adorned with semi-precious stones in vibrant multicolor hues. The piece ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Garnet, Opal, Gold Plate

1890s Antique French Cut Rubies Rose Cut Diamonds Two-Color Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare brooch / pin from 1890s, exquisite condition Crafted in 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Features Natural Diamonds and French-Cut Rubies Center Diamond - old mine cut, 0.25 car...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Hermes Gold Washed Silver Sputnik Style Coat Clip or Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare coat clip from Hermes. Having a dome shaped body with spikes extending from the entire surface. In gold-plated metal (with some rubbing to the gold). Marked to the folding ...
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20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Victorian Pearl & Diamond Starburst Brooch & Pendant Circa 1890s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A superb Victorian pearl & diamond starburst brooch with a pendant fitting and safety chain. An unusual rotational symmetry featuring seven points. A central cluster with one natural...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

1980's Large Yellow and Golden Orange Sapphire Gold Flower Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Big and bold in design! This 18k yellow gold Flower pin features 28.60 carats of round brilliant-cut genuine yellow Sapphire in different shades of color from yellow to orange. It...
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1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold

Biedermeier style demi-parure, gold enamel brooch and earrings, 1840-1850s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique demi-parure - Biedermeier style jewelry set Gold brooch and earrings with enamel and pearls The set dates back to the first half of the 19th century (around 1840-1850) - Ge...
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Mid-19th Century German Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Etruscan Diamond Yellow Gold Ornate Pin
Located in New York, NY
14 karat yellow gold ornate Victorian decorative gold pin Antique Victorian pin is decorated with Etruscan gold and rounded diamond shaped decoration Pins are 2.5" long May be used for collar of blazer jackets Pinheads width measuring 0.18 inch An antique Victorian Etruscan gold...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass

Lapponia Brooch Labyrinth Björn Weckström Finland Modernist Man From Mercury
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning brooch by Björn Weckström for Lapponia Jewelry, from the Space Series, the vintage modernist sculptural sterling silver “Labyrinth” brooch...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Seed Pearl Garnet & Diamond Brooch 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Steeped in Edwardian history, the Mary Brooch is exquisite. Intricately designed, her bold sword, crescent moon and soaring swallow are splendidly crafted in 9 carat gold. Crimson ru...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Orange Blossom Shield Antique Love Token Brooch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This exquisite, one-of-a-kind antique love token brooch is a stunning example of 19th-century romantic jewelry. This is a wonderful piece dating to ...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage brooch "Noel 93" heart-shaped with signature
Located in PARIS, FR
We present you a sublime brooch from the 1993 Christmas collection created by Christian Lacroix in a special limited edition. It is embossed "Noel 93" in the back. Made in France, t...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Other, Gold Plate

Antique Victorian Enamel Sterling Silver Yellow Bird on Branch Lapel Pin Brooch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This hand-crafted antique Victorian brooch was forged from sterling silver and features a sweet enameled yellow bird perched on a silver branch. During the Victorian era, bird watching and aviaries grew quite fashionable due to the work of ornithologist John James Audubon and his publishing of "Birds of America" in the mid-1800s. These trends led to an upswing of interest in bird-themed jewelry, Moreover, Victorians were fascinated with the secret language of love tokens, friendship gifts and mementos that could be discreetly communicated to lovers, friends and family. Birds often communicated love or fidelity. The bird and branch are set on a silver bar flanked with clover shapes, which symbolizes luck or protection for the wearer. The verso is stamped SILVER and the C-clasp is handmade. It's always exciting to find antique jewelry...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Chopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Happy Diamonds Heart Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful heart shaped stick pin with diamonds all over and inside the heart. #P0082 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 8 Grams Measurements:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Onyx and Pearl mourning brooch, 9k yellow gold
Located in Joelton, TN
This is a well-preserved, oversized Victorian mourning brooch with split pearl and gold inlay depicting a flower with trifoliate leaves and five pearl blossoms. Delicate gold filigre...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Vulcanite cameo brooch, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
An interesting antique Victorian era Vulcanite cameo brooch. It is a very well designed piece depicting a lady, possibly Mary. The cameo has some lig...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Vintage Designer Signed Heidi Daus Swarovski Crystal Pearl Christmas Tree Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Heidi Daus Designer Signed Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Christmas Tree Holiday Brooch Pin. Hand set with Sparkling Swarovski Crystal ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

GARAVELLI Diamond 7.92cts Emerald 18K Gold Lizard Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting from the house of Garavelli a Lizard Motif Brooch Pin adorned with Natural Round Diamonds and Natural Emerald Gemstone eye. Crafted In 18K Yellow and white and yellow gol...
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1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Crescent moon and Star brooch, Sapphire and Diamond, 15k gold, Boxed
Located in NEWARK, GB
This magnificent antique Victorian era crescent moon and Star brooch is really something special. Finely crafted in the Etruscan revival manner in rich 15ct gold with cannetille detailing and beading around the border. It features a crescent moon to the centre with a diamond and sapphire set star nestling into the moon. Stars have a rich history in Georgian and Victorian jewellery and they have continued in popularity since, the Victorians wore them as a symbol of guidance, protection and good luck. Crescent moons were a popular motif in Victorian jewellery, they are attributed to a number of meanings from feminine strength to changes or new beginnings / chapters. It is thought that a moon and Star together symbolises love and loving one to the moon and back so this piece is likely to have romantic connotations and was probably gifted as a love token. This brooch can be worn in many ways and is a stunning, versatile piece, it would look great worn on a lapel or even affixed across your favourite gold chain for a celestial twist. Lots of symbolism and meaning wrapped up into this pretty piece. It has an old C type clasp and pin fastener. It comes in an antique brooch box...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold

Kurt Gaum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Pearl Tennis Racket Pin
Located in Baltimore, MD
Kurt Gaum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Pearl Tennis Racket Pin Metal: 18k gold and platinum Weight: 15.81 grams Diamonds: Approx. .75 CTW round natural diamonds F-G VS Dim...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Valentino Black and Orange Jeweled Pin Brooch Dangling Cross Charms
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb Valentino Garavani couture dangling pin brooch features a large domed carved and see-thru gilt metal medallion topped with a black poured glass ca...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique 9ct Gold Platinum Victorian Brooch Set with a moonstone Seed Pearl Acorn
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Acorn Brooch 9ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1880 Pretty Little Victorian Bar Brooch. Set with a Cute Little Moonstone & Seed Pearl Acorn. Bar Me...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum

Victorian era gold turquoise leaf flower brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale an exquisite Victorian era brooch featuring a large ivy leaf adorned with captivating turquoise beads, fully pave set to perfection. Nestled in the heart of the leaf is a lu...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mouse Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorable antique Victorian in yellow gold with ruby eyes. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 7.9 Grams Measurements: 55.9 x 12 mm
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Painted Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Portrait Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a cushion-shaped form painted with enamel portrait of a young boy Depicted wearing colorful clothes with raised hand pointing up Opaque black, white, red, brown, pink, and...
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1860s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Signed Cartier Mid-Century 14K Gold Tree Frog Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Mid-Century tree frog brooch. In 14k gold. With bezel-set faceted red spinel gemstone eyes. Retailed by Cartier. Marked to the feet...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Spinel, 14k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Locket Brooch Circa 1870
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian turquoise and half-pearl locket brooch featuring a raised domed turquoise cluster with a star-set natural half-pearl. A glass locket to the rear and a fancy wire surround c...
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1870s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian 15ct Gold Seed Pearl Bow Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Bow Brooch 15ct Gold Circa 1880’s Pretty, Victorian Bow Shaped Gold Brooch. Set with Natural Seed Pearls. Measures Approx Wid...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Georgian miniature and diamond brooch, French, circa 1800.
Located in London, GB
Georgian miniature and diamond brooch. Set with a fine picture of a young country girl with a boy in a closed back rubover setting, bordered by a single row of cushion shape rose cut...
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Early 1800s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Designer Enamel Penguin Brooch Happy Holiday Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Wonderful! Penguin with Sassy Personality! Vintage Designer Signed Danecraft Enamel Penguin Brooch Pin. Enhanced with Sparkling Belly and Red S...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Enamel

10 Carat Natural Diamond Pin in white Gold with Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Diamond Pin—a radiant masterpiece that captures the essence of opulence and sophistication. This exquisite pin features a dazzling array of natural diamonds totaling ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Platinum

14K Gold Gemstones Flower’s Basket Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14K yellow gold gemstones and pearls flower’s basket brooch. It depicts a large basket with branches of flowers and leaves embellished with seven round cut sapphires, six r...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Mid 20th Century Cameo Brooch Circa 1950s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Mid 20th Century cameo brooch. This shell carved cameo of a woman in high relief is beautiful. Fitted with a metal pin and safety chain with pin. Gemstone: Shell cameo (3.4cm x 2.7c...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

1880 Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Real Tennis Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely little stick pin from the early Victorian Era features a real tennis racket in 18K yellow gold with a pearl as the cork ball in the center. ...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18k Yellow Gold Carved Hardstone Cameo w/Pearl Frame Halo Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Carved Hardstone Cameo - Oval Shaped - Multi-Prong Set - Orangy-Brown Base Color w/ white Carving - 26.3x19.3mm (approx.) (20) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Carving Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian 18k yellow gold cameo shell carving brooch featuring a portrait of a lady, early 1900. Not marked but acid tested. Made in Italy, measures 36.5 mm x 28mm, in good condition...
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Russian Jewelled Gold Trefoil Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in Moscow between 1899 and 1908. The 14K gold trefoil brooch is set with a dark red garnet, a bright apple green chrysolite and a lavender purple amethyst. The brooch is marked ...
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1890s Russian Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 'Try God' Lapel Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, inspirational lapel pin. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the form of the words: 'Try God'. Simply a wonderful pin from Tiffany! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age. Fineness: Marked 925 for sterling silver fineness. Marks: Marked for Tiffany & Co. / 925 Measurements: Height: ca. 13mm Width: ca. 15mm Depth: ca. 10mm Weight: ca. 2.9 g Items purchased...
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20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Old Mine-cut Diamond Cross Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This stylized antique cross brooch set with approximately 14.30 carats of old diamonds dates from circa 1870. It is designed with a domed oval center with flaring, lobed arms, mounte...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

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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