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Brooches For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1950s
1950's Opal Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Pendant Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A 1950s Diamond Opal Pendant Brooch exudes vintage charm and elegance characteristic of mid-century jewelry design. The brooch is crafted from 14 karat yellow gold, a popular choice ...
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1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Edwardian Emerald Paste Bow Brooch 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A delightful Vintage Edwardian Inspired Emerald Paste Brooch. Encrusted with stones, the double bow with drop design is eternally stylish and inspired by many aesthetic movements acr...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

1950s Austrian Nephrite jade 14K Gold Diamonds Pearls Lily of the Valley Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
This amazing brooch is finely modeled as a beautiful Lily of the Valley. The green leaf is naturalistically carved from a single piece of nephrite jade and as flowers there are pearl...
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1950s Austrian Artist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Jade, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Jade, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold 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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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Austrian Nephrite jade 18K Diamonds Rock Crystal Lily of the Valley Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
This amazing brooch is finely modeled as a beautiful basket of Lily of the Valley. The basket is made of braided 18k yellow gold threads. The green leaf is naturalistically carved fr...
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1950s Austrian Artist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Rock Crystal, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

RETRO - Brooch with pearl and diamonds 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold brooch set with pearl and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.48ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: The size of the brooch is 2.6 cm by 2.5 cm wide Weight 6.0 grams Occ...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k 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...
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1970s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elsa Schiaparelli Turquoise Cabochon Vine Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli Baroque Revival Brooch composed of leafy vine motif textured gilt plate base metal with large faux Tibetan turquoise oval cabocheons, and iridized glass aurora pin...
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1950s American Baroque Revival Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer 1950s Crystals Double Layer Flower Silver Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer 1950s Crystals Double Layer Flower Brooch, Silver Tone Mitchel Maer was a prominent American designer who lived in England during the 1950s. During th...
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1950s British High Victorian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rhodium

Henry Perichon Gilt Bronze Medieval Pin Brooch with Blue and Green Cabochons
Located in Atlanta, GA
French jewelry designer Henry Perichon (also known as Henry) created this stunning gilt bronze pin brooch. The Medieval-inspired design is ornate with ovoid poured glass cabochons an...
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1950s French Medieval Vintage Brooches

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA. This gorgeous Cartier brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The center of the brooch has a lar...
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1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio Birds Brooch in 18 Karat Gold Chrysoprases, Rubies, Diamond Circa 1960
Located in Paris, FR
MELLERIO Birds singing on a Branch brooch in 18 kt yellow gold chrysoprase, ruby, diamond circa 1950-60 Brooch from MELLERIO in 18 kt 750/000 yellow gold, depicting 3 birds on a bran...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Crystal Lucky Four Leaf Clover Brooch 1970s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A very pretty Vintage Crystal Shamrock Brooch. The three leaves of a shamrock are said to stand for faith, hope and love. A fourth leaf is said to bring luck. Crafted in gold tone me...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Vintage Diamond Scorpion Brooch, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Created in 18 carat yellow gold, in the likeness of a scorpion, this vintage brooch is a truly unique piece. Enamelling work of red yellow and black creates the detailing, bringing t...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany and Co Large Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany and Company Pine Cone Motif Large Brooch 2.5 Inches Diameter the center element consist of A Diamonds and Rubies Starburst 18 k Yellow 23 g Weight.
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1950s Italian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co Carved Amethyst and Diamond Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co Carved Amethyst and Diamond Bow Pin Brooch. This incredible Tiffany and Co pin brooch is crafted in 14k y...
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1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Openwork Round Swirl Knot White Pearl Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Openwork Round Swirl Knot White Pearl Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% genuine. A unique piece. Th...
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Henry Perichon Gilt Bronze and Gemstones Dangle Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely French Jewelry designer Henry Perichon (aka Henry) gilt bronze pin brooch has an undeniable medieval revival feel. The bronze metal frame boasts antique Middle-Age design...
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1950s French Medieval Vintage Brooches

Materials

Agate, Bronze

Miriam Haskell Crystal Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Miriam Haskell Crystal Floral Brooch from the 1950's. Massive Swarovski crystal surrounded by elaborate floral brass filigrees set with a myriad of pastes. 2" x 1.5". 1950's...
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass

1950s Diamond Amethyst Plique-à-Jour Enamel Floral Bouquet Brooch Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century diamond, amethyst and plique-à-jour enamel floral bouquet brooch in 18kt yellow gold, 1950s. Crafted in the radiant spirit of the 1950s, this Mid-Century brooch stands as...
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1950s European Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Miriam Haskell Rose Montee and Faux Pearl Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Rose Montee and Faux Pearl Pendant Brooch from the 1950's. Hand sewn rose montee crystal faux pearl drop with pearl and crystal surround and pearl drops on pin. Light ...
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL BROOCH, green and red Gripoix glass, rhinestons, signed 1970/80, France
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Early CHANEL BROOCH ( Made in France) signed 1970/80's made by Maison Gripoix Paris, with green and red Gripoix glass and with clear, cut rhinestones. Best condition! Dimensions: H...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Cartier vintage 18kt. yellow gold sunflower clip brooch with Spessartine garnet
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier vintage 18kt. yellow gold sunflower clip brooch. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, it features a striking 10.00-carat Spessartine garnet at its centre, complemented by imperial t...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Collectible Vintage Bulgari Diamond and Gold Brooch, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A unique and collectible Bulgari Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Brooch of foliate design, set with approximately 3.5 carats of diamonds. Made in Italy, circa 1970.
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cartier Mid-Century 13.92 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Brooch Clips
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pierced scroll motif brooch comprised of individual brooch clips joined in frame Bead, bezel, channel, and bar set throughout with transitional and baguette cut diamond...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage David Webb Yellow Gold Large Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large Pin Brooch by David Webb. Details: Measurements: 2.5" x 2.25" Weight: 60 grams Stamped Hallmark: Webb 18k *Free Shipping within the United States* YOUR PRICE:...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Hattie Carnegie's Holiday Festive Frog
Located in New York, NY
Charming Hattie Carnegie's Holiday Festive Frog from the 1950's. He's carrying presents and mistletoe to his next party. Silvertone enamel with hand enameling. 1950's USA. 1.5" x 1.5".
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Carved wood and engraved brass 'moth' brooch, France, 1950s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A stunning 'moth' brooch, very simple, sculpted and architectural in its design. The brass wings and ears are all one piece and engraved, the wood body, ca...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass

Emerald Diamond Gold Fish Jabot Pin Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This jabot pin was a custom made in the 1970s, it uses the jabot style to illustrate a fish swimming through the sea. The 18k yellow gold fish brooch is accented with diamonds and ...
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1970s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Brooch and Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 8.1 grams Pin Measurements: 1.75 x 1.75 inches, length x width Condition: Excellent Vintage Era
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oscar Heyman Sapphire Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted by the renown American jeweler Oscar Heyman, this 18 karat Retro brooch is a stunning piece of vintage jewelry from the 1950s. Set wi...
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1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Line Vautrin Flying Bird Talosel Resin Brooch Pin with Blue Mirrors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful Line Vautrin Talosel or resin bird brooch pin. Off-white resin encrusted with blue-colored mirrored glass on a flying bird shape. Glass and Talosel, a technique created by ...
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1950s French Modernist Vintage Brooches

1970s Gubelin Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1970s Gubelin made flower brooch, set in 18k yellow gold, adorned with approximately 0.80ctw G/VS diamonds. Brooch measures 1.75" x 1 3/8". Hallmarked with Gubelin mar...
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1970s German Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Line Vautrin Blue Mirrors and Black Talosel Brooch Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Line Vautrin created this elegant Talosel or resin brooch pin in the 1950s. The piece boasts a freeform dimensional shape in black Talosel, encrusted with cobalt blue mirrored-colore...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Vintage Circa 1970s 8k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Please contact for any qu...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

TIFFANY & CO. Retro 14k Yellow Gold Safety Pin Circa 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Retro 14k Yellow Gold Safety Pin Circa 1950s Retro Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer safety pin. Truly a great piece at a g...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hermes Vintage 1970s Chaine D'Ancre 18k Gold Brooch
Located in Bellmore, NY
Elevate your style with the timeless allure of the Hermes Vintage 1970s Chaine D'Ancre 18k Gold Brooch. This exquisite piece from the renowned French luxury house Hermes is a testame...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rare Cartier Vintage Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Pendant-Brooch
Located in Milano, IT
Unique 1970's Cartier Star Pendant Brooch. Designed as a star, set with carved lapis, accented by round diamonds. This stunning Brooch can be worn as a Pendant as well as a Brooch. ...
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1970s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

14k YG Tiffany Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
1970's 14k yellow gold Tiffany leaf brooch, 7.1 gram, length 4 centimeters, width 3 centimeters
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1970s American Vintage Brooches

Mid-Century Winking Cat Emerald Diamond Onyx Brooch Yellow Gold English 1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century winking cat emerald, diamond and onyx brooch in 18kt yellow and white gold, London, 1958. This enchanting brooch, reminiscent of the coveted "Chat Malicieux" design by Va...
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1950s British Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Bronze, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier 1970 Sculpted Dragon Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Rubies And Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
Sculpted dragon brooch designed by Cartier. This is an exceptional brooch, created by the iconic jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1970. This brooch was carefully sculpted in th...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 'Panthère' Lapis Lazuli, Emerald and Enamel Clip Brooch Original Papers
Located in Milano, IT
Unique 1973 Cartier Panthere Brooch designed as a panther swimming in water, with cabochon emerald eyes and black enamel spots, to the carved lapis lazuli highlighted with red enamel...
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1970s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Shell and 9k Yellow Gold Last Supper Cameo Brooch 1974
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large vintage shell and 9 karat yellow gold cameo brooch depicting the Last Supper; part of our cameo jewelry collections. This exceptional and large vintage brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold. The oval shaped frame is ornamented to the center with an exceptional and finely carved shell cameo depicting the Last Supper. The undulating millegrain decorated collet setting to the shell panel is encompassed with two rope twist decorated borders. This vintage cameo brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and safety clasp fastening. This vintage brooch is hallmarked to the rim with the 9 karat gold mark (9, 375), the Birmingham Assay Office mark (anchor) and the date letter for 1974 (Z). This exceptional Last Supper cameo...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Leaf Style Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.9 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Please contact f...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1970 Lunati 18 kt Gold Bird Of Paradise Brooch
Located in Palermo, IT
Gold brooch with Blue enamel and 0.60-carat diamonds, Italian manufacture Lunati. Tear-off security closure Approximate size: Very large, 12 cm A stunning piece of wearable art. The ...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Snowflakes Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Safety-catch pin closure, signed at the back. Size: Earrings: 2.2*2.2 cm, Brooch: 4.3*4.3 cm. Trifari created some of the most desirable co...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

TIFFANY & CO. Retro 14k Yellow Gold Cube Stick Pin Circa 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Cube Stick Pin Circa 1950s Retro Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer stick pin. Truly a great piece at a grea...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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. ...
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1970s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Hermés Paris 1970's Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Pheasant Bird Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pheasant bird in flight with spread wings Ornately engraved feather wings and body Accented by a single bead set ruby eye Cabochon measuring 1.5 mm round Transparen...
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1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin
By Trio
Located in Miami, FL
With an exquisite textured design by TRIO, these enchanting vintage pink Carved coral & diamond piece is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. Centered by a genuine cabochon oval channel...
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1970s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Brooch Flowers Bouquet Gold Diamonds Rose Quartz Rubies Lapis Lazuli Vienna 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
Finest jewellery piece made during second half of 20th century: The brooch is shaped as bouquet of flowers, being abundantly covered with various gemstones: This nicest yellow golden jewellery...
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1970s Austrian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold

Large Wedgwood Mid-century 9ct Gold Blue Jasperware Cameo Brooch Circa 1954
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A stunning mid 20th century 9ct gold blue jasperware ceramic cameo brooch, by Wedgwood. Dating from the mid 1950’s the central scene depicts the Greek goddess Selene riding her twin ...
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1950s English Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 6.87Ct Diamond and Platinum Cornucopia Brooch Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1950s 6.87 carat diamond and platinum cornucopia brooch; part of our diverse diamond brooches collection. This stunning, fine and impressive ...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, White Gold

Larter 1950s 18k Yellow Gold Swordfish Pin W/ Blue Sapphire Eyes
Located in Lexington, KY
Yellow Gold Swordfish 18K w/ Sapphire Eyes 1950s Presenting a stunning vintage 1950s 18k yellow gold swordfish pin, a luxurious statement that epitomizes elegance and sophisticatio...
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1950s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

RETRO - brooch with ruby and diamonds 18k pink and white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt bicolor gold brooch set with ruby ​​and single cut diamonds tot. 0.50 ct - F/G - VS/SI - dim. 4.1cm x 3.7cm detailed description: the size of the brooch is 4.0 cm by 3.5 cm w...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Angela Cummings Lapis Yellow Gold Seahorse Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
This vintage 1970's Tiffany & Co. brooch, designed by the iconic Angela Cummings, is a captivating work of art. Exquisitely crafted in 18k yellow gold, it presents a large seahors...
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1970s North American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Gilted Metal Enamelled Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Gilted metal enamelled brooch. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 4 cm (1,57 in) Seller Reference: BR90
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1970s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

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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