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Brooches For Sale
Style: Art Nouveau
Style: Artist
Brooch with Turquoise, Rubies & Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Gübelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing a captivating piece from Gübelin jewelers, a mid-20th-century brooch exuding timeless charm. Crafted with precision, its delicate bouquet design features three blossoms c...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Dragon Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized dragon creature with fierce expression, spread wings, and furling tail Dimensional with engraved and grooved textured detailing Tail curls around a near-round...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Tourmaline Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Eagle Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized eagle with curling wing and dimensional feathers Engraved with texture and wrapping around a cushion cut tourmaline Measuring 6.0 x 8.0 mm - transparent bluis...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 1910 Red Enamel Orchid Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau enamel Orchid pendant-brooch. An exceptional, oversized and three-dimensional pendant brooch, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back i...
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1910s American Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Flowers Brooch, 22k Yellow Gold, 2 Carat Natural Ruby Estate Ruby Brooch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Flowers Brooch- 22K Yellow gold, 2CT Natural Ruby, Vintage Brooch, Estate Brooch, Vintage Ruby Jewelry, Estate Jewelry, Free Shipping ...
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20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

Flower Brooch with Blue Sapphire & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Presenting a delightful flower brooch adorned with blue sapphire and diamonds in 18 Karat white gold. At its centers is a 2.80-carat cabochon sapphire encircled by a halo of diamon...
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Late 20th Century Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Philippe Ferrandis limited Série Brooch
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Candy colors Swarovski Crystal brooch. 1 of 2 especially for isabelle K Jewelry made in Philippe Ferrandis atelier in Paris. Philippe Ferrandis has been a parurier in Paris since 1986. He creates two collections a year, always different and spectacular inspirations. The elegance, glamour and quality of her creations seduce bold women. Philippe Ferrandis attaches great importance to the choice of materials he uses...
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2010s French Artist Brooches

Art Nouveau Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Swirling Floral Antique Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as whiplash motif vines centering a dogtooth pearl depicted as a closed bloom Measuring 11.0 x 16.5 mm and white in body color with strong iridescence Well matched to two ...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch with Diamonds in 18 Karat Red Gold by Meinrad Burch
Located in Lucerne, CH
Presenting a striking brooch by the visionary Swiss jeweler Meinrad Burch-Korrodi. Crafted in 18 Karat red and white gold, it features 70 diamonds with an 8/8 cut, totaling 1.80 cara...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. Not any stones lost. 10...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Designer Buccellati 18K yellow Gold 32mm Round woven basket weave brooch
Located in Birmingham, AL
Gorgeous Designer Buccellati Round Brooch. This piece is made in 18k yellow gold. It has a gorgeous woven basket weave pattern in three overlapping sections. Measures 32mm round and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artist Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 18k Gold & Platinum Enameled Brooch with European Cut Diamonds
Located in Fairfield, CT
Reflecting the distinctive aesthetic of the Art Nouveau movement, this brooch pendant is an artistic celebration of form and craftsmanship. Cast in 18 karat gold and complemented by ...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

18K Gold Multi Gemstones Diamonds Lilies of the Valley Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 18K yellow gold multi gemstones diamonds brooch. It depicts a long branch of Lilies of The Valley flower buds with multiples small branches of buds of the same flower embel...
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Vivid Mesh Knit Ribbon Bow Flourish Flower Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Vivid Mesh Knit Ribbon Bow Flourish Flower Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. Rare to find. 100%...
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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Rare Louis Comfort Tiffany Citrine Brooch
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A rare and important antique Tiffany & Co. citrine brooch attributed to Louis Comfort Tiffany, circa 1913-14 under the directorship of Julia Munson. The brooch centres on a large ova...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Flower Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional plucked flower in profile with curling petals and winding stem Petals are painted with basse-taille enamel over linear engraving Matte iridescent yellow an...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Circa 1910s Art Nouvea 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 15.8 grams. Totally is diamond about 6 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and vvs-vss1-s2-s3 clarity. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Pleas...
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1910s European Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

A.J Hedges & Co. 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau Pansy flower pendant brooch designed by A.J. Hedge & Co. A colorful pendant-brooch, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1900...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Crane & Theurer 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Leaf Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau enamel leaf brooch designed by Crane & Theurer Co.. Colorful little brooch, created in Newark United States during the Edwardian and t...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Tara brooch, Irish Celtic, 9k gold and blue paste, Art Nouveau
Located in NEWARK, GB
Such a wonderful interesting little piece is this antique Art Nouveau era brooch. It depicts the brooch of Tara in a simple, elegant and typically Art Nouveau form. Made from 9ct rose gold the brooch features a pear cut blue paste stone set to the top of piece. The Tara brooch was an Irish Celtic brooch...
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Early 20th Century Irish Art Nouveau Brooches

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9k Gold

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

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

Antique French silver cicada brooch, Art Nouveau
Located in NEWARK, GB
A very well detailed and substantial antique French silver cicada brooch. There is so much fine detailing on this piece and with that and the accuracy in size it has a very lifelike feel to it. The Cicada...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Brooches

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Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Brooch, Peridot, Diamonds, Seed Pearls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This one of a kind brooch, made in the early 20th century, features a gorgeous sparkling brilliant cut peridot stone. The peridot is transparent with no visible inclusions. As was ...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau French 18K gold double chimera griffon dragon pendant brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
Let’s step into the enchanting world of the Art Nouveau era with this exceptionally rare and captivating French-made double chimera pendant brooch. Crafted with unparalleled skill, t...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau 1.2ct Diamond 18K Gold Brooch circa 1900
Located in Goettingen, DE
Art Nouveau 1.2ct Diamond 18K Gold Brooch circa 1900 Magnificent Art Nouveau brooch made of high-quality gold in the form of an openwork cartouche made of very fine leaf tendrils an...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Henry Blank & Co. Art Nouveau Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Shield Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized pierced shield form centering a 4.0 mm near-round pearl White in body color with strong iridescence - flanked by Greek key motif Grooved with fleur-de-lis and ...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Constance Mellon Conch Pearl Art Nouveau Brooch, Ring and Earclips in 18K
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Elegance Ensemble: A Radiant Conch Pearl Collection Indulge in the exquisite beauty of the Elegance Ensemble, a mesmerizing set that seamlessly combines the timeless...
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Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

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18k Gold

Antique George W Shiebler Sterling Silver Flora #1 Primrose Teaspoon #6935
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver teaspoon in the Flora pattern, #1 Primrose, by George W Shiebler. George Shiebler is known for his distinctive silver patterns. Flora is an innovative, multi...
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19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Extra Large Openwork Four Palm Leaf Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Extra Large Openwork Four Palm Leaf Statement Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition, maybe some light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable....
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1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

14k pink gold with silver brooch set with pearls
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold with silver brooch set with pearls Detailed description the brooch is approximately 4.0 cm high and 5.5 cm wide total weight: 6.3 grams occupied with: - 41 x 1.5mm...
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Silver

The Bochic "Orient" Pearl, Rubies & Sapphires Pendant Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
The Bochic "Orient" Pearl, Rubies & Sapphires Pendant Set In 18K Gold & Silver The Bochic "Orient" Multi Fancy Sapphires Pendant Igor Brooch Set in 18K Gold & Silver is a stunning ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, 18k Gold, Gold Plate

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

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch with diamonds 950 Pt platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
950 Platinum brooch set with single cut diamonds to. 0.70ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description the size of the brooch is 3.4 cm by 3.1 cm wide w...
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French 1900 Art Nouveau Orchid Pendant Brooch In 18Kt With Diamonds Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
French art nouveau orchid pendant-brooch. Beautiful piece of jewelry from the art nouveau period, created in France back in the turn of the 19th centur...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Brooch with Ruby, Sapphire, Opal and diamond 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of 2 snake heads with opal, sapphire, ruby ​​and rose cut diamond. 0.06ct. - G/H - SI detailed description: dimensions of the brooch are 6.0 cm ...
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Brooches

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

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Handle Fruit Knife #12781
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver handle fruit knife in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ronde. T...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Company early 1900 Gold and Carved Moonstone Owl Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 Tiffany & Company 14k Yellow Gold Winged Owl Brooch, measuring 1 3/4 inches in length X 1/2 inch and having a "C" clasp pin closure, a fine Carved Moonstone Owl Head set w...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold

Louis Aucoc French Art Nouveau Diamond And Gold Portrait Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A French, Art Nouveau, diamond and gold brooch, by Louis Aucoc, with a glazed cartouche, with a scrolled surrounding, displaying a painted portrait miniature of a lady, with an 18th ...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

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Diamond, Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Swirl Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a 5.0 mm round button pearl - white in body color with moderate luster Featuring a grooved swirl surround with clustered old European cut diamonds Bezel set at bottom weig...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k 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

18k yellow gold, diamond, sapphire, topaz, emerald and ruby rainbow branch pin
Located in Seattle, WA
This gorgeous branch pin embodies the inclusivity, visibility, and fierce love that Glitter and Gold Studio promises to uphold always. The colors of the Progress Pride Flag (black an...
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2010s North American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Yellow Gold

Brooch with Rose Quartz & Nephrite in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Paltscho
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing our exquisite flower-inspired brooch, a harmonious example of natural beauty created by Austrian jeweler Ernst Paltscho. Known far beyond Au...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Artist Brooches

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Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MASRIERA 18K Gold Nymph Plique-à-Jour Brooch/Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Henderson, NV
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera, comes a long tradition of prestige, creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship. These stylistically distinctive works of art, have been crafted by Masriera since 1839. The company is world-renowned for their amazing enamel work & Art Nouveau style jewelry...
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20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gorgon Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the head of a gorgon - a creature of Greek mythology With grooved swirling hair, headband, and necklace details Featuring a rageful expression with single cut diamond in...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Trio Pearl Long Bar Elegant Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. All perfect but one tiny mark on one faux pearl. Barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This gold plated stylised brooch with three gorgeous faux pea...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Brooch with South Sea Cultural Pearl & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Radiating ethereal allure, this platinum brooch combines the natural beauty of pearls and enchanting sparkle of diamonds, creating a captivating tale of timeless elegance. At the he...
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20th Century European Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage 1980 Vivid Butterfly Glow Purple Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage 1980 Vivid Butterfly Glow Purple Brooch Pin, Gold Plated In excellent condition (no scratches, no loss of colour). Signed...
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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

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Gold Plate, Enamel

American 1890 Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau enameled brooch with gemstones. Beautiful antique brooch, created during the art nouveau period in Newark United States, dating ...
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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Masriera 18 KT Yellow Gold Twin Snails Enamel Brooch with Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera, comes a long tradition of prestige, creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship. These stylistically distinctive wor...
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Early 2000s European Art Nouveau Brooches

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

Art Nouveau Brooch with diamonds in rose cut 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the opulence and splendor of Art Nouveau with this breathtaking brooch, a true masterpiece from the golden era of design. Crafted in Germany in 1910, this brooch boasts a ...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Brooches

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White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Mushroom Palm Leaf Crystals Exquisite Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Mushroom Palm Leaf Crystals Exquisite Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Very new. 100% genuine. A uniq...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

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...
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Masriera 18 KT Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch with Enamel, Dia..41CT and Pearl
Located in New York, NY
From the house of the prolific Art Nouveau designer, Luis Masriera, comes a long tradition of prestige, creativity and unparalleled craftsmanship. These stylistically distinctive wor...
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Early 2000s European Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Red Enamel Gold Plated Shovel Pin Brooch, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage rare shovel pin brooch by Karl Lagerfeld. Made from gold plated metal and red enamel. Period: 1990s Condition: very good, light scratches throughout metal. ........Additiona...
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1990s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Three Trio White Oval Pearls Long Bar Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This gold plated stylised brooch with three gorgeous faux pearls. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Christian Dior on the back. ...
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1980s German Artist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Art Nouveau Lily Brooch 14 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate brooch is designed in the shape of a flower, a little white lily. The little jewel was created around 1900 - 1905 and is made out of 14 karat gold. The flower petals ar...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

18K Yellow Gold VVS Diamond Vintage Bird Pin
Located in Miami, FL
A pretty and special bird-shaped pin made of 18-karat yellow gold with very clear and sparkling diamonds. The diamonds weigh a total of 1.00 carat and are of top-notch quality with v...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Vivid Long Leaf Palm Modernist Retro Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Grosse on...
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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

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Gold Plate

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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