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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Blue Sapphire
Gemstone: Yellow Diamond
Vintage Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Brooch in 18K White Gold
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 3 gemstones and diamond vintage brooch. Emerald: 0.54 ct. Blue Sapphire: 0.50 carat weight. Ruby 0.52 carat. Dimond 0.45 carat of approximately G color and SI clarity. Set in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
"Mouse" Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
Designed by gemstone-carving-master Alfred Zimmermann, following his designs of his one of a kind gemstones carvings.
This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop i...
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire Cabochon & Opal Flower Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Fine 14k yellow gold, blue sapphire and opal flower brooch. Gorgeous color combination of lustrous yellow gold rich blue sapphire and the play of c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow and Blue Sapphire Flower Brooch with Diamonds in Gold
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent and impressive brooch features 10 oval blue sapphires weighing approximately 24 carats, 20 mixed shape yellow sapphires weighing approximately 45 carats, and 24 marq...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby & Multi Color Sapphires Set Brooch 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal, Ruby & Multi Color Sapphires Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Australian Blue Opals - 11 Carats
Natural Red Ruby set in the center, pear shape - 6 Carats
Nat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Silv...
Art Deco 5.84 CTW Diamond Sapphire Ruby Pearl Circle Platinum Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a tiered circular form centering a 8.0 mm round pearl
Cream in body color with strong iridescence and excellent luster
With alternating tiers of diamonds, rubies, and sa...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Cabochon Cut Ruby, Sapphire, Jade, and Diamond 18K/Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum
Weight: 35.70 grams
Center Stone Details:
Gemstone 1: Ruby (Cabochon-Cut) x 14
Gemstone 2: Sapphire (...
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Cabochon Sapphire Tie Pin
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous tie pin dating back to the Art Deco period. The tie pin has a cabochon sapphire at each end of the pin and it unscrews so it can go through a shirt collar and has ...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Starfish Pin with Diamond, Emeralds and Yellow Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Starfish Pin Brooch with Diamond, Emeralds and Yellow Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Starfish Pin features Round Brilliant Natural Yellow Diamonds Bezel set in 18k ...
Category
20th Century North American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
925 Sterling Silver Blue Sapphire Cluster Wedding Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This Blue Sapphire Cluster Wedding Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exqui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Diamond 1.25 Carat Sapphire 1.70 Carat Circle 1.25 Inch Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Diamond and Sapphire Circle Brooch, a true testament to timeless elegance and luxurious craftsmans...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Saturdays Child Gold Brooch by William Ruser
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This brooch is a great example of Ruser's children of the week line. This brooch features a child kneeling on a freshwater pearl next to a pail with a towel in its hands. This is a smaller (1.65" tall) version of the "Saturdays child...
Category
1950s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
RETRO 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sun Flower Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this superb floral brooch circa 1940's.
A true stunner this brooch is finely made of 14k yellow gold and features a domed center of sparkling gems altern...
Category
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a vibrant gem set brooch from the 1970s. This vintage piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a butterfly with distinct channels milgrain set with...
Category
1970s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1940 Vintage Sapphire and Pearl Convertible Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Circa 1940 Vintage Sapphire and Pearl Convertible 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch! This stunning piece is a true testament to the elegance and timeless ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.91 Carats of Blue Sapphire flower brooch
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of timeless elegance with our exquisite brooch, meticulously crafted from radiant 18k white gold, boasting a weight of 11.36 grams. Created from 2.91 carats of ethe...
Category
2010s Indian Artisan Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Square Step Cut Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Squirrel Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered squirrel with engraved fur texture
Curling around a square step-cut sapphire - bezel set
Weighing approximately 0.52 carat
Transparent dark blue in co...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960's Diamond & Blue Sapphire Platinum Circle Pin Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1960's diamond and sapphire brooch handcrafted in platinum. The pin features 12 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.00 carat total weight and graded G-H color and V...
Category
1960s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Natural No Heat 3.82 Carat Sapphire Brooch in Silver and 9K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Silver & 9K Gold Brooch with No Heat 3.82 Carat Cushion Sapphire Brooch & Sapphire
Item Details:
- Type: Pin/Brooch
- Metal: Silver, 9K Gold
- Weight: 5.53 grams
- Sett...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
NWT $38, 000 Rare 18KT Black Opal Fancy Parrot Diamond Sapphire Emerald Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant Back Opal Sapphire and Diamond Parrot Brooch Pin Pendant. This Rare Piece Magnificent Rare Multi Colored Sapphires, Fan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Multi-gemst...
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous sapphire and diamond set crescent moon brooch. It is crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a single row of claw set old cut diamonds and natural blue sapphires. Th...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Turquoise Insect Brooch
By JMP
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold brooch crafted into the shape of a fly. This ornate piece possesses expertly engraved features including wings, head and legs whilst the body is se...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Cheetah Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Sapphire Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Cheetah Brooch. Featuring 11 round brilliant cut sapphires with a total weight of approximately 0.40 c...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Star Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully crafted sapphire and diamond star brooch. This eight pointed star plays host to a vast array of single and round brilliant cut diamonds; all of which are perfec...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Fancy Cut Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Vintage Brooch
Located in Aspen, CO
Fancy cut white diamonds are border with fine natural sapphires and rubies. A spectacular long brooch with fine well matched and well cut stones. The 34 diamonds weigh an estimated 3...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire
"Mouse" 18ct gold brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
Designed by gemstone-carving-master Alfred Zimmermann, following his designs of his one of a kind gemstones carvings.
This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop i...
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Platinum Pearl & Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Brooch Pin AGL Certified
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco Platinum Pearl & Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Brooch Pin
AGL Certified
Accompanied by AGL Report 1116818 - August 30th, 2021
The repo...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Buccellati Yellow Diamond Emerald Gold Flower Brooch Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
A charming Vintage piece from Buccellati,
Crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold With its famous Rigato finish.
Centered by a natural fancy yellow old mine diamond...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Brooch #16477
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Brooch
This beautiful circle brooch features 12 gorgeous round cut natural blue sapphires and 12 white off round pearls!...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.64 Carat AGL Certified Ceylon Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: Platinum
Weight: 12.45 grams
Era: Art Deco
Center Stone Details:
Gemstone Type: Sapphire
Carat: 8.64 Carats
Cut: Cushion Cut
Color...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with colored enamel.
The gems are mount-flush set in the gold “wings” and bezel set in the butterfly’s “body”. The “head” and “wings” feature rose cut diamonds. The butterfly’s body is made of fancy colored diamonds, orange brown, and brownish orange.
This vibrant butterfly pin brooch is very cheerful and optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel fully fits the description.
Lovely colorful pin is made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold, set with white diamonds, fancy colored diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The diamonds are rose cut, pear and round brilliant cut, H-I color VS clarity. The emeralds are pear, oval and round faceted cut. The rubies and sapphires are round faceted cut.
The Victorian brooch measures 2 ¼” x 1 ¾” (5.7 x 4.2 cm) and weighs 18.6 grams.
The butterfly brooch was created in the 1900s and stamped with a hallmark for 18 karat gold and unidentified maker's mark.
History of Insect Jewelry:
Insect jewelry carries a diverse symbolism and has deep historic roots. To us, these pieces serve as a reminder of the delicate beauty that designers found in nature.
Scarab Beetles
In ancient Egypt, scarab beetles were associated with the Sun God Ra. They symbolized regeneration and protection. Scarabs were often used in amulets, and seals to bring good luck and ward off evil.
Bees and Butterflies
Bees were revered in ancient Greece and Rome and seen as symbols of diligence and cooperation. Honey, a product of bees, was also associated with sweetness and fertility. Butterflies, with their transformation from caterpillar to butterfly, were seen as symbols of metamorphosis and the soul's journey.
Insect Jewelry Resurgence
In the 19th century, during the Victorian era, there was a resurgence of interest in nature-inspired jewelry. It often incorporated real insect specimens preserved in resin. This trend was influenced by the Victorian fascination with the natural world and scientific discoveries of the time.
The Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th - early 20th centuries embraced organic forms and drew inspiration from nature. Insect motifs, such as dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles, were prominent in Art Nouveau jewelry. These pieces featured flowing lines and delicate designs.
Today, insect jewelry continues to be equally loved by designers and jewelry buyers. For example, dragonflies are often associated with change and self-realization, while butterfly brooches symbolize transformation and beauty. Bees are still seen as symbols of hard work, community, and productivity.
About Victorian Jewelry:
Victorian jewelry is dated from 1837 to 1901. The era’s name was inherited from Queen Victoria who reigned during that time. Her significant input shaped the jewelry style of that time.
To navigate in such a vast period, historians divide it into following parts:
• The Early Victorian or Romantic
• The Middle of Grand Victorian
• The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Era
Different materials, gemstones and techniques were popular specifically for each era. Some styles though remained in favor longer than during just one period. For instance, hair jewelry made its way from the Romantic to the Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era.
Early Victorian Jewelry
As to the Queen influence, Romantic Period jewelry had well pronounced sentimental vibes. It was the time when young Queen Victoria was in love with her husband, Prince Albert. And the whole nation admired their relationship. Cameos, matching brooches, miniature portraits and lockets reflected the likeness of loved ones. After Albert’s passing in 1861, the Early Victorian Period ended, and The Grand era began.
Grand Victorian Jewelry
After the incandescent bulb invention in 1870s, diamond jewelry started thriving like never before. Diamonds, being placed under the electric light, revealed their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating.
Besides Victorian diamond jewelry...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
"Young Foal" 18ct Gold & Diamond Horse Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, RP
Designed by gemstone-carving-master Alfred Zimmermann, following his designs of his one of a kind gemstones carvings.
This unique brooch has been made in our own goldsmith workshop i...
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Leaf Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully crafted blue sapphire square and white diamond round brooch in a shape of a leaf. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. A great piece for anyone who enjoys a frivolous touch to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Natural Blue Sapphire Long Flower Brooch Pin in Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Blue Sapphire Long Flower Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and ado...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Antique Style Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This is an impressive vintage inspired brooch set in 18k white gold featuring a gorgeous oval cut blue sapphire gemstone measuring 6 x 5 mm. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Big Blue Sapphire Bumble Bee Brooch Pin in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Big Blue Sapphire Bumble Bee Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorned ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Brooch/Pendant Platinum Filigree Setting Set With Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in valatie, NY
Art Deco 3.75 Carat Diamond and Sapphire, Brooch/Pendant, in a Platinum Filigree Setting. The brooch has 16 diamonds, total weight approximately 3.75 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany Co. 1970 Modernist Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Sapphires And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist brooch designed by Tiffany & Co.
Beautiful vintage piece, created in New York city at the Tiffany studios, back in the 1970. This retro-modernist brooch has been crafted w...
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Pearl Crescent Moon Brooch #14776
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorgeous 14K gold crescent moon brooch with 10 blue sapphires and 13 pearls!
Pearls: 1.9-3.2mm
2.08cts in natural blue sapphires. Eye clean, medium light violet blue color, good cu...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds
524 Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds - 12.41 CT
18K White Gold - 22.26 GM
This exq...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold
Art Nouveau Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gargoyle Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.84 carat
Transparent vibrant medium blue - set with talon prongs
With a highly rendered surround of two gargoyle heads
Back ...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a gold serpents and pharaoh in a platinum headdress
Centering a pentagon-shaped mixed-cut sapphire
Weighing approximately 0.50 carat total
Transparent light blue in co...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
925 Sterling Silver Natural Blue Sapphire Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This Blue Sapphire Dragonfly Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorned with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Silver 2.33ctw Old Cut Large Diamond Open Filigree Oval Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Synthetic Sapphire - Oval Cut - Bezel Set w/ Milgrain - Royal Blue Color - 10x7mm (approx.)
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Bezel Set - I Color - I...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Silver
Art Deco 2.34 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Origami Bird Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized origami bird featuring baguette and calibré cut sapphires
Weighing approximately 2.16 carats total - medium transparent blue in color
Channel set on platinum w...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Aquamarine & Garnet Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural light blue aquamarine - 24 Carats
Pear Shaped red ruby - 6 Carats
Natural Garnets, Tsavorite and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Gar...
Handcraft Flower 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Precious Stones 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire...
Flag of the United States Brooch Rubies Sapphires Diamonds 14K Gold
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Ruby = 1 Carats
(Cut: Round, Color: Red, Origin: Natural)
Sapphire = 0.80 Carats
(Cut: Round, Color: Blue, Origin: Natural)
Diamond = 1.50 Carats
(Cut: Round, Color: F, Clarity: VS)
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Y...
Art Deco Platinum & Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Figural Poodle Dog Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco figural dog brooch.
In platinum with a pave-set, 3-dimensional head of a poodle set at its center that is surrounded by geometric, architectural elements.
S...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany and Co Eighteen Karat Gold Sapphire and Diamond 1.75 Inch Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The Tiffany & Co. Eighteen Karat Gold Sapphires Diamonds Brooch is a beautiful and elegant piece of jewelry. The brooch is designed to res...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Real Blue Sapphire Bow Brooch Crafted in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Real Blue Sapphire Bow Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorned with d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Belle Epoque Pearl & Gemstone Bouquet Brooch Circa 1900 - French Hallmarked
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
French Belle Epoque ‘Bouquet’ brooch featuring rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and rose-cut diamonds on a background of pave-set natural half pearls. Belle Epoch style with stones bead ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Poodle Pin
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This delightful gold poodle brooch showcases the more whimsical side of the legendary French jeweler Cartier. The playful yet elegant brooch features an 18K gold poodle sitting at at...
Category
20th Century French Retro Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Poodle Brooch/Pin
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Poodle Motif Brooch, a delightful piece finely crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. This charming creation showcases a playful poodle motif adorned with a mix of single-cut diamo...
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gol...
Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1880s, this diamond, pearl, and gem-set butterfly brooch is set in silver-topped 18K gold. The old mine-cut diamond and pearl body, with emerald eyes and ruby-tipped antennae, has curving rose-cut diamond wings edged with rubies and highlighted by round-cut sapphires, in a patinated silver-topped 18K gold mount. Beautifully modeled, with intense sparkle and colors, this small jewel conveys the preciousness and rarity of the graceful favorite of the insect world.
Product details:
Item #: BO-21096
Circa: 1880
Dimensions: 1.00" length x 1.50" width
Materials: 1 old mine and 58 rose-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 0.94 carat); 1 natural freshwater pearl; 4 old round cut sapphires (approximate total weight 0.35 carat); 28 mixed old cut rubies (approximate total weight 0.60 carat); 2 old round-cut emeralds (approximate total weight 0.01 carat); Silver-topped 18K Gold
Signed: 18
Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes:
Fashionable women of the late 19th century wore insect brooches in multiples. Multiple butterflies might adorn a dress or alternately secure an opulent veil in place. Although seen since the Renaissance in Western jewelry...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Gingerbread Men Brooch 18k c1960s
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. This utterly charming 1960s gingerbread men brooch is as rare as it is fun! Beautifully made in 18k yellow gold and set with s...
Category
1960s American Vintage Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Playful Pirate Brooch with Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This whimsical brooch is a true embodiment of artistic imagination and craftsmanship, fashioned in lustrous 18 karat yellow gold. Taking the form of an animated pirate, this piece is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 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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