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Brooches For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Medieval
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

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

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

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Rabbit Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.5 grams. Totally is sapphire 0.50 ct. Totally is diamond 0.12 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Please contact for any ...
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1990s European Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Large Retro Ruby Sunburst Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Alfred Philippe for Trifari large ruby sunburst clip brooch of gold plate sterling silver. With crystal rhinestone pave and oval faceted faux rubies. Inspired by the Sunburst jewels...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Aquamarine Retro Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Alfred Philippe for Trifari faux aquamarine retro swirl clip brooch. Composed of yellow gold plated sterling silver ribbed chevron, with large rectangular focal aquamarine. Excellent...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

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Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Seaman Schepps Pearl and Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant Retro broch by Seaman Schepps from the mid-20th century. The floral brooch is set in 14 karat gold, an indication of its age. Schepps did not change to the use of 18 karat go...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Irish shamrock brooch, Sterling silver, Marcasite and Paste hearts
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage Irish shamrock brooch. This is such a beautiful piece with the lovely pearlised opaque blue paste cabs set into the front, these cabochons make up the leaves of t...
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Mid-20th Century Irish Retro Brooches

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Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Enamel Butterfly Brooch 18k Yellow Gold Italian Made
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch is in the form of a butterfly with exquisite detail throughout. The brooch is highlighted with vibrant colored enamel that po...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

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Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Vintage 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Bird Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Bow Brooch. Featuring five single cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.05 carat, graded F color, VS clarity. Accent...
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Pearl, Sapphires, Diamonds, Enamle, 18 Kt 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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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Gold Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Bird Brooch attributed to Mauboussin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A delightful two-bird brooch attributed to Mauboussin, in 18K yellow gold, the bodies of the two singing birds accentuated with 13 sapphires and small diamonds in platinum, the eyes ...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 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

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Chick-shaped brooch in gold with enamel
Located in Milano, IT
Pretty brooch depicting a chick handcrafted in 18K gold and fire enameled, produced between 1960 and 1970. The measurements of the brooch are 26x13 mm / 1.023x0.511 inches. The brooc...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Natural Burmese Ruby Emerald Diamond Floral Bouquet Brooch Rose Gold 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Retro Natural Burmese Ruby, Emerald, and Diamond Floral Bouquet Brooch in 19.2kt Rose Gold and Platinum, Portugal, 1940s. This exquisite Retro brooch is a testament to the elegance a...
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1940s Portuguese Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Victorian Turtle Brooch in Yellow Gold and Silver set with Diamond and Ruby
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Turtle Brooch in Yellow Gold and Silver set with Diamond and Ruby This antique turtle pin brooch is highly collectible. Its shell comprises of a a mabe pearl set into ye...
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Early 1900s European Retro Antique Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Brooch, circa 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
The brooch is 24mm wide, 2.25 inches in length, made of 18K yellow gold, and weighs 6.40 DWT (approx. 9.95 grams). It also has seven round sapphires.
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1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Brooch in a shape of a peacock set with diamonds 18k bicolor gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 carat bicolour gold brooch in the shape of a peacock set with old single - and old mine cut diamond, 0.60 ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: the size of the brooch is 7.2 cm...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

French Retro Diamond and Lapis Lazuli Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
An elegant French Retro Diamond and Lapis Lazuli Brooch mounted in 18k Yellow Gold. Made in France, circa 1960. Max Width: 67mm Gross weight: 45 grams
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1960s Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Sapphire and Yellow Gold Double Clips, c. 1935
Located in Aspen, CO
Art Deco pair of double clip dress clips, by Cartier, post 1935. It has been said that one cannot understand fully art history without appreciating the...
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1930s Retro Vintage Brooches

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

Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Penguin Brooch Yellow Gold, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A Tiffany & Co. ruby and diamond penguin brooch in yellow gold, circa 1960. This charming vintage penguin pin brooch is beautifully made. Its feat...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches

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

Diamond Set Pinecone Brooch by Gubelin 18k c1940s
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 18k, by Gubelin, Swiss. Gubelin jewelry has a tasteful edginess that is great fashion, and vintage Gubelin is even more… This brooch is a ...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fish jointed pendant in yellow gold 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning fish-shaped pendant handmade in Italy between 1960 and 1970. It features a realistic fish with an articulated body that allows it to imitate the natural aquatic movements of...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

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Carnelian, 18k 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...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Vintage Monet Republican Elephant Pin Brooch in Silver, Red and Blue Enamel
Located in Milford, DE
This patriotic pin features a silver-tone elephant, accented with clear crystals and red & blue enamel. By Monet. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Monet
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20th Century American Retro Brooches

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Crystal, Enamel

Coral, Emeralds, Diamonds, Turquoise, Enamel, 18Kt Gold and Platinum 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

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Emerald, Turquoise, Diamond, Coral, Enamel, Platinum, 18k Gold, Gold

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

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MAUBOUSSIN Citrine & Ruby Bow Pin/Brooch 14K gold 95x63MM
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage exaggerated Bow Pin/brooch measuring approximately 95x63MM and weighing 34.2grams. Inscribed with MAUBOUSSIN and 14K gold trademarks. Bow Pin featuring an emerald cut natural...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Retro Antique Brooches

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Ruby, Citrine, 14k Gold

Baroque Pearls, Emerald, Diamonds, 18 Kt Yellow Gold Parot 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

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

Vintage 1960's 8mm Pearl & 9K Gold Bar Brooch, with security chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Bar Brooch is of Australian provenance, dating from 1960's. Of lovely openwork motif, it centers a South Sea Pearl of 8mm of gorgeous ...
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1960s Australian Retro Vintage Brooches

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Pearl, 9k Gold

Jomaz Coral Pink Enamel & Rhinestone Brooch, C.1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jomaz put the fabulous in faux with their lovely costume jewelry creations that mirror the quality and style of fine jewelry. This striking brooch combines a milk glass cabochon center stone surrounded by a crescent shaped coral pink enameled gold tone metal frame accented with sparkling rhinestones. The look is reminiscent of David Webb fine jewelry...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches

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Gilt Metal

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

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Amethyst, Gold

Nettie Rosenstein Retro Sunflower Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Nettie Rosenstein Retro Sunflower pendant brooch. Of rose gold plated sterling silver, white and black cold enamel and crystal rhinestone pave. Minor wear to enamel. L 2 1/8" x W 2 1...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

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Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

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

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Amethyst, Diamond, Malachite, Gold

RETRO Brooch with diamonds 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold brooch set with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.70ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description the size of the brooch is 5.6 cm by 3.0 cm wide weight 15.3 grams set wit...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k 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

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Retro Gold Spray Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Bold and lovely retro design featuring 38 round brilliant rubies weighing approximately four carats and 5 marquise diamonds weighing approximately two carats elegantly set in 18K gold.
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1970s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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 ...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

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Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

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

RETRO Brooch with Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch set with ruby, sapphire and emerald – size 3.6 cm x 2.7 cm detailed description the size of the brooch is 3.6 cm long by 2.7 cm wide and 1.5 cm high weight ...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Brooches

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

Spilla floreale con smalto in oro giallo
Located in Milano, IT
Splendida spilla floreale realizzata, intagliata e incisa a mano in oro giallo 18 carati. I fiori sono smaltati a fuoco. Prodotta fra il 1960 e 1970. La spilla ha il marchio 750 de...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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 (...
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Late 20th Century Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1950s 18 Karat Yellow and Enamel Gold Duck Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
1950s Retro Duck Brooch - 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Enamel Features: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Golden Orange Hombre Enamel Feet and Bill Light Green Gemstone Eye Hatch textured Gold on Bill ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian 1950's Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant in 9K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Vintage Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch is depicting a profile of a young lady, incredibly detailed, within a 9K Yellow Gold finely detailed decorative border It has a pin...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

Tiffany Retro Flower Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Tiffany and Co. stylized flower brooch from the 1950's. It has three overlapping, undulating petals making for a stylized form. All three petals have a swirled ribbed pattern. The b...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Large Mazer Topaz and Citrine Floral Spray Retro Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro Large Mazer citrine leaf and topaz triple flower head floral brooch with crystal pave bow. Of gold plate base metal, crystal rhinestones and faceted paste oval stones. L 4.5" x...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

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Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

5.6 Carat Lizard Diamond and Multi-Gem Pin 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Lizard Pin, a captivating and meticulously crafted piece that embodies the perfect blend of elegance and whimsy. This charming lizard pin is adorned with st...
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1960s Retro Vintage Brooches

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White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Superb Diamond, Tsavorite Garnet & Ruby Retro Bug Stick Pin in 18K White Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Designed as a Bug this Stick Pin is crafted with meticulous attention to details, in 18K White Gold. Of European (possibly French or Italian) provenance, the piece is retro, circa 1960's The body of the bee is lavishly set with fine, rarely seen & valuable Tsavorite Garnets, of striking vivid green colour & excellent clarity, totalling 0.80ct approx. The head and wings are embellished with sparkling round diamonds (pave set) of excellent colour & clarity of 0.40ct approx. The head is finely detailed, featuring ruby eyes ~~~ 42mm long, the pin is perfectly-proportioned & easy to wear Total item's weight: 2.3gr. ~~~ Perfect for those who love to add a touch of vintage glamour to their outfit. The piece comes in its original vintage red box by Hardy Brothers Jewellers...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Tsavorite, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Oscar Heyman Sapphire, Diamond And Platinum Flower Brooch, Circa 1964
Located in London, GB
A vintage Oscar Heyman sapphire, diamond and platinum flower brooch, in an abstract design of two flowers, one with a round faceted sapphire, in the centre of round brilliant cut dia...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Solid Precious Opal Flower Brooch Circa 1940s 15ct Yellow Gold Valuation
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
This is a very high quality vintage piece. You will understand when you hold it and feel the smooth and silky lines. The photos cannot do it justice. It features lovely, Australi...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold

Bulgari GIA Certified Vintage Diamond Brooch circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
Crafted by Bulgari around 1960, this magnificent brooch epitomizes the essence of timeless glamour and the pinnacle of artisanal craftsmanship. It's not just an accessory; it's a por...
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20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.65 carat. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.25 carat. Totally is ruby about 0.75 carat. Dimention i...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Elegant Marcel Boucher Retro Tassel Set
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Marcel Boucher Retro Tassel Set from the 1940's of pierced tassel brooch and matching clip earrings in the Van Cleef taste. Rose gold plate with pave crystal highlights set i...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Gilt Metal

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby And Emerald Bee brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Totally is diamond 1.65 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is emerald 0.20 ct. Totally is ruby 0.60 ct. Acid...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby And Emerald Sapphire Bird Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire and emerald and ruby 0.50 ct. A...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Aquamarine Retro Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Alfred Philippe for Trifari aquamarine Retro clip brooch. Of gold plated base metal, the large aquamarine faceted stone set into a round Retro scallop...
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1930s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Nettie Rosenstein Sterling Silver Key Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Nettie Rosenstein key brooch circa 1940s of rose gold plated sterling silver, decorated with a rhodium plated sterling Fleur de Lis motif of crys...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, 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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