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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Amethyst
Gemstone: Coral
Victorian 12K Gold Diamond, Amethyst, Pearl, and Garnet Fly Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This 12k gold Victorian brooch is meticulously crafted with superb attention to detail. The adorable fly is jewel encrusted, with wings carved out to house beautiful Old Rose Cut dia...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Ed Wiener Gold and Gems Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
This exceptional piece by Ed Wiener was most likely custom made. Wiener was one of the most well known of the Greenwich Village designers of the mid 20th century. Much of his work ...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Amethyst, Topaz, Pearl & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Amethyst, Topaz, Pearl & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval shape - 3 carat Natural Blue Topaz and Ametyist 16 carat White Button Pearls ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

Diamond Sapphire Topaz Citrine Multi-Gem 14 Karat Gold Vintage Fish Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized tropical fish with dimensional fins engraved with linear texture Featuring stripes comprised of channel set round cut multi-gems Transparent blue, purple, viol...
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1990s Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Italian Multi Sapphires & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Aquamarine, Oval shape - 25 carat Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 51 carat Natural Am...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Pla...

Natural Amethyst Neoclassical Brooch Pin 14kt Gold 12364
Located in New York, NY
.20ct natural amethyst 14kt yellow gold 2 grams 35 x 15mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Antique Chrysolite Chrysoberyl Amethyst Brooch Earrings Silver Set Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th century chrysolite chrysoberyl amethyst quartz foliate pendant/brooch and drop earrings demi-parure mounted in closed-back silver, Portuguese, late 1800s, in a fitted ca...
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Chrysoberyl, Silver

Victorian 6.00ct Amethyst and Diamond Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1880s, this unique Victorian brooch holds an impressive 6.00 carat amethyst as it’s centrepiece. The arrow shaped brooch has been hand crafted from 18 carat yello...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Mediterranean Coral Butterfly Brooch
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage butterfly brooch totally hand carved and made in Mediterranean Coral and 18 karat yellow gold is the base, as brilliant cut diamonds embellish the body. Golden wir...
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1780s Unknown Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kutchinsky Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Coral And Diamond Brooch 1969
Located in London, GB
An 18ct yellow gold, coral and diamond brooch by Kutchinsky 1969. The clip brooch is a star-burst design and formed of a central cluster of round brilliant cut diamonds in claw setti...
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Late 20th Century English Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Oval Shape Pink Corals, Lapis Lazuli, 18K Yellow 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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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade Multi Gem & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade Multi Gem & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval shape - 2 carat Multi color Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 1 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Coral, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Coral, Multi Sapphires & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Coral, Multi Sapphires & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval shape - 6 carat Multi color Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 1 carat Salmon P...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Coral, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gr...

Vintage Amethyst and Seed Pearl Pendant 14K Gold Spiral Flower Brooch Pin V1021
Located in Osprey, FL
This exquisite 14K gold brooch features a unique spiral flower design encrusted with delicate seed pearls and a beautiful amethyst in the center, making it a truly eye-catching piece...
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Masonic Freemasonry 14K Gold Amethyst Enamel Medal C 1876
Located in Firenze, IT
An exquisite example of Masonic jewellery art by Guild & Delano of Boston, C 1876, specialists in jewellery for Masons. This piece was made for the PM ...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Enamel

Cartier Coral Diamond Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Ladybug Brooch Clip
Located in New York, NY
Embrace Whimsical Luxury: A Cartier Coral Diamond Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Ladybug Brooch Clip This exquisite Cartier brooch clip embodies the Maison's signature blend of luxury a...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Michael Kneebone Branch Coral Shell Emerald Diamond Seahorse Brooch
Located in Austin, TX
Branch coral forms the foundation for this whimsical seahorse brooch. The coral is pale pink on color and has been polished to a porcelain-like finish. The seahorse has been expertly carved from pearlescent trumpet shell. The seahorse is set with emerald eyes. Embellishing the composition are strands of 18k yellow gold "seaweed" studded with diamonds and wrapping itself around the branch coral. This-one-of-a-kind brooch is finished with a gem quality Tahitian pearl and emerald...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Coral and Diamond Flower Shape Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Unbranded Antique Brooch 1920 Coral Brooch Material 14K Yellow Gold Coral and Diamonds Brooch weight 28.7gr Condition New, never worn Retail Price $4900
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Era Amethyst & Seed Pearl Brooch Pendant
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful pendant brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold. This elegant item highlights one oval shaped Amethyst gemstone set east/west. The gemstone is secured with razor sharp eagle talo...
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst and Turquoise Maltese Cross Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning brooch in the shape of an abstract Maltese cross. this Italian 18k yellow gold brooch featuring a centrally set facetted oval amethyst surrounded by eight oval cabochon tur...
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1970s Italian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Amethyst And Diamond Jabot Pin Circa 1925
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco amethyst and diamond jabot pin, circa 1925. This jabot pin brooch is set each end with large pear shaped briolette cut amethysts. The gemstones are connected by a single ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Platinum

Amethyst Yellow Gold Vintage Snake Brooch
Located in Milano, IT
Lovely 18 karat yellow gold snake vintage brooch. The size is 37X30mm / 1.456x1.181 inches.The amethyst cabochon cut and oval shaped and is held by 4 claws in 18 karat white gold with 4 rose cut diamonds. with a safety clasp. Marked with the Mark Gold...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage SORET Retro 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch US
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage SORET Retro, circa 1940s, 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch Signed; 'SORET' '14K' Somers-Ernest Co., New York, NY Age; Retro, 1940s Measurements; 1.25 inch ro...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Malachite, Diamond, and Amethyst Retro Horse Brooch set in Gold
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic mixture of dark green malachite and 18 deep purple amethysts weighing approximately 2 carats come together to create this magnificent horse figure adorned with 33 diamond...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Malachite, Gold

Victorian Coral Flower Pendant Brooch Hand Carved Circa 1880 Gold Rare Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Victorian Pendant Brooch Pin of hand carved Coral with a bouquet of flowers and leaves with a coral pendant drop wi...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral

White Gold Amethyst Art Deco Three-Stone Bar Brooch 14k .30ctwVintageFiligreePin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethysts Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Color: Purple Total Carats: .30c...
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1920s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold

Wander France 18K Yellow Gold Citrine and Coral Flower Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
Give your wardrobe the royal treatment by incorporating this statement-making brooch designed in France. It is made from 18K yellow gold and features a flower bud silhouette. The shapely petals come with a coral and citrine inlay. The bud sits atop a cluster of tiny gold disc nuggets, stemming from a hammered gold stem. More petite gold disc nuggets appear to spring out of the bud for a stylish flair.Offered in estate condition, this vintage Wander France 18K...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14Y Vintage Natural Black Coral and Freshwater Pearl Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Wonderful rare vintage black coral and 14k yellow gold Iris flower brooch. The black coral branch pin features a wishbone shape overlaid with a be...
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Mid-20th Century Hawaiian Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold

Strawberry-shaped brooch in yellow gold
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous brooch depicting a strawberry made of coral with leaves in 18K yellow gold. Handcrafted finely carved and engraved by the hands of a skilled goldsmith. Produced between 1960...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, 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...
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Early 2000s French Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14Y Lovely Sculpted Oval Amethyst Estate Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This striking amethyst brooch is an estate piece originating from the late nineteenth to early twentieth century. The setting is 14k yellow gold featuring a beautifully cut oval center stone...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch with amethyst and diamonds 18k bicolor gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 carat bicolor gold brooch in the shape of a flower set with amethyst and brilliant cut diamonds in total 0.15ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: The size of the brooch is 7.0...
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Hand Carved Portrait Amethyst and Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Carved Two Portrait Amethyst and Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin Simply Beautiful! Hand Carved Amethyst Double Portrait Cameos and Seed Pearl Brooch. Ha...
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Mid-19th Century Artisan Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Angel Skin Coral & Turquoise Maltese Cross Pin Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Angel Skin Coral, Turquoise and Diamond Maltese Cross Pin Brooch in 18k Yellow gold Maltese Cross Brooch features 36 Oval and Round shaped Angel Skin Cabochons...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Peridot Pearl Flower on The Moon Vintage Style Brooch in 9k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Enhance your fashion with this refined vintage-inspired jewelry piece, introducing a graceful and unique aesthetic to your outfit. Set within solid yellow gold frames, the compositio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Classic Beauty Natural Coral Cameo Convertible Pendant/Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
18K Yellow Gold Classic Beauty Natural Coral Cameo Convertible Pendant/Brooch from approximately the 1890s. The brooch consists of a vibrantly colored natural coral cameo wreathed wi...
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Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold GIA Button Coral & Pearl Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Coral - Button Shape - Stem Set - Pinkish-Orange Color - 18.05x17.95mm (exact - certified) **See Certification Details Below** (4) Natural Genuine C...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Mid century Danish Sterling N.E. From Brooch Pin
Located in Toronto, ON
Mid century Danish Sterling N.E. From unusual pin Brooch. In an elliptical form of an amethyst `flower petal sprouting' from a plant pot. Measures approximately 2.10 x 1.6 inches. It...
Category

1950s Danish Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Platinum Diamond Coral Pearl Parrot Brooch/Necklace on Bar Branch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Platinum Diamond Coral Pearl Parrot Brooch on Bar Branch is a gorgeous bird pin featuring a parrot made of fine coral and diamonds. This parrot ...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Artisan Brooches

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

An Exquisite Antique Art Deco French Multigem Japoisme Brooch
Located in Weston, MA
This art deco brooch is of magnificent design and highlights a lovely combination of gems. The subject is an onyx symmetrical bonsai tree planted in a polished coral pot. The onyx b...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold

Handcraft Owl Amethyst 18 Karat White Gold Coral Diamonds 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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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Classic Beauty Natural Coral Cameo Convertible Pendant/Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
18K Yellow Gold Classic Beauty Natural Coral Cameo Convertible Pendant/Brooch from approximately the 1890s. The brooch consists of a oval shaped bezel set natural coral cameo in a fi...
Category

1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO. ANGELA CUMMINGS 18k YG & Coral Leaf Brooch w/Box Italy 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Angela Cummings 18k Yellow Gold & Coral Leaf Brooch w/Box Vintage Circa 1960s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer brooch. Th...
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1960s Italian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral

Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold 30ct Oval Amethyst Pearl Frame Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely beautiful and bold vintage brooch or pendant crafted from solid 14k yellow gold featuring a detailed Victorian Revival style design with a large, oval cut,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Revival Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Magnolia Pin in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Tiffany & Co. Magnolia pin in 18k yellow gold and completely covered in gems. This pin is decorated with 80 yellow sapphires weighing 5.92 carats, 9 brilliant cut diamonds we...
Category

1990s American Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Coral Stickpin #16299
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Coral Stickpin - This 14K yellow gold coral stickpin is a gorgeous addition to your outfits! Stick pin weight (clutch is not...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Amethyst Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Silver Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An amazing amethyst measured to weigh approximately 30 carats is the centerpiece of this incredible antique brooch. The faceted, extremely well-cut Amethyst displays a unique color s...
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1870s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cartier Coral Ruby Lapis Malachite 18 Karat Gold Bird Brooch Clip
Located in New York, NY
Step into the realm of timeless luxury with the Cartier Coral Ruby Lapis Malachite 18 Karat Gold Bird Brooch Clip, a masterpiece from the 1990s that e...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Mid-Century Orange Garnet Dachshund Dog Brooch Yellow Gold 1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Tiffany & Co. Mid-Century Garnet Dachshund Dog Brooch in Yellow Gold, circa 1960. Modelled as a sitting dachshund dog with a raised tail, the canine is beautifully crafted in yellow ...
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1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Tourmaline, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Mid-Century Tourmaline Coral Diamond Kitty Cat Brooch Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Tiffany & Co. Mid-Century tourmaline, coral and diamond kitty cat brooch in 18kt yellow gold, circa 1960. Modelled as a sitting kitten with a raised tail, the feline is beautifully c...
Category

1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 and 22 karat Gold Fish Charm for protection
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This piece was made using a fish element from a handmade Kurdish wedding necklace. The fish in Jewish and Muslim culture is a symbol of luck , prosperity and in some places fertility...
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Early 20th Century Algerian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Carved coral lady Buddha brooch/pendant with 14k gold and diamond collar
Located in London, GB
This beautiful carved coral lady Buddha brooch has a delicately carved hair bun adorned with pearls and small flowers. The collar is made of 14k gold embellished with 7 round cut dia...
Category

1950s European Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Silver Filigree and Coral Lapel Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is a lovely vintage silver round brooch created with fine rosettes and filigree work. The brooch is crafted with very fine filigree, floral rosettes and one coral stone in the c...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Brooches

Materials

Coral, Silver

Natural Garnet and Amethyst Peacock Brooch Pin 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Garnet and Amethyst Peacock Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Amethyst Moon and Star Watch Pin in 15K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Antique watch pin in 15K yellow gold featuring a 40carat amethyst in the center. The moon and star is represented in split pearls. Stone is set in ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold

French Vintage 18k Gold Brooch Amethyst Turquoise
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous French brooch made of 18k gold, features amethyst and turquoise. 
Designed as an abstract flower, the brooch has “petals” created from the freeform cabochon cut amethysts....
Category

Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art-Deco Mediterranean Coral (10mm) Silver Continental French Filigree Brooch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of French provenance, this brooch dates from an Art-Deco (circa 1940's) period of filigree design - astonishing in its intricacy the piece is cen...
Category

1940s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Silver

18 Karat Gold Calibre Cut Amethyst Baguette Diamond Contemporary Brooch Necklace
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Art, color and culture all come together to inspire this original designed 18 karat gold calibre cut taper baguette amethyst diamond contemporary bro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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