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

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Pair of Loving Parrots Brooch
Located in Bethesda, MD
This brooch was meticulously crafted with attention to detail using an array of gemstones including diamonds, tsavorites, light green and yellow sapphires, and rubies. ♦ Metal: 18 Ka...
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1990s Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco 2.50ct Diamond and Ruby Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Truly one of a kind, this intricate brooch depicts a courtly seen of a lady fanning herself, whilst a lord bows deeply to her. Crafted in the Art Deco period the piece features a tot...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Retro Multi Ruby, Topaz & Opal Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Retro Multi Ruby, Topaz & Opal Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant Red color Natural Ruby From Africa 17 carat Multi color Natu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique Edwardian Platinum Pin of Diamonds & Natural Pearl, c. 1907
Located in Aspen, CO
Edwardian pin with diamonds and a natural pearl, c 1907. With a frame of platinum and yellow gold (in the back), this is probably an American piece executed circa 1905 to 1910. It ...
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Early 1900s North American Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum

18KT Yellow Gold Octopus Brooch with Ruby Eyes
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold octopus brooch. The octopus is crafted in a matte finis with bezel set ruby eyes. He measures 2" across. Stamped Soret 18k
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER American Indian Hunter Turquoise Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18k Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Legacy on Your Lapel: Rare Cartier Brooch Depicts American Indian Hunter This exceptional vintage brooch from Cartier is a captivating fusion of artistry, history, and precious ma...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Retro Bow Brooch Pin 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely Retro bow brooch pin made of 18k gold with ruby and diamond. The gemstones are assembled in beautiful florets, with ruby “petals” and diamond “stamens”. The bow is tied in t...
Category

1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Gubelin Retro Ruby & Diamond 18K & Platinum Brooch
Located in Solvang, CA
Swiss Vintage Gubelin Retro ruby & diamond 18K & platinum brooch, circa 1940. This Retro brooch is crafted in 18 karat gold and platinum by Gubelin. The signed Gubelin brooch feature...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Stunning Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant Natural light Fancy Pink/Red Ruby - 30 carat Multi color Natural Sa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Herbert Rosenthal 1960 Bee Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold 2.34 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Large bee pin-brooch designed by Herbert Rosenthal. Herbert Rosenthal's fame in the jewelry world sprung from the creation of insect and animal motifs, particularly bee brooches. Th...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Crossroads of Sport Hummingbird Brooch with Ruby Eye in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this vintage Crossroads of Sport hummingbird brooch is a testament to elegance and sophistication. Fashioned from lustrous 18 karat yellow...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Feather Brooch with Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Bethesda, MD
Boucheron's distinctive style often draws inspiration from nature, art, and travel, incorporating motifs such as animals, flowers, and mythical creatures into its designs. The brand ...
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1960s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pendentif Broche Napoléon III en or, diamants et perles fines
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendentif-broche en or 18K (750°/°°) composée d'une partie centrale ronde dessinant une rosace sertie de diamants taille rose et de perles fines. Le bijou retient en pendeloque deux ...
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1880s European Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Cartier Colombian Emerald Bird Brooch, 45.00 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent brooch, crafted by the esteemed house of Cartier, features a bird exquisitely formed from a rare and large emerald bead certified by the Gübelin Gem Lab as Colombian...
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20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Double Clip Brooch in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Art Deco aquamarine, ruby and diamond double clip convertible brooch set in platinum. The brooch depicts a bow motif and is set with approximately 310 individual stones...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Set In 18K Gold&Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant Natural Red Ruby - 4.60 carat Multi color Natural Sapphi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Victorian Certified Natural Pearl 1.60 Ct Diamond Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
his lovely antique brooch is Victorian period, 1870 circa Elegantly designed in a triumph of Diamond rays complemented by natural not nucleated salt sea Pearls and swinging drop Pear...
Category

1870s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Pair of Pins Clips Ear Studs Baby Ducks Emerald Sapphire Ruby
Located in Geneva, CH
Lovely pair of baby Ducks Pins, could be worn as Clips Ear studs on yellow gold. Emerald cabochon, Sapphire and Ruby beads and Diamond rose-cut. Size: 0.5...
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1960s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid 14K Gold Antique Turtle Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized and dimensional turtle with a textured head, legs and tail Featuring a domed shell bead set with demantoid garnets and pearls Demantoid garnets are round cut...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fly Pin Brooch With Ruby Eyes
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fly Pin Brooch With Ruby Eyes Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 5.4 grams Dimensions: 19 x 18.5mm Signed: ©Tiffany & Co. 750
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

Magnificent 2.87 Carat Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This magnificent brooch is a testament to elegance and sophistication, boasting a captivating array of gemstones that enchant the eye. At its heart lies a cluster of 65 round brilli...
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2010s Israeli Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K gold cherub brooch with emeralds and natural pearls
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a Victorian era, 18K gold brooch capturing the timeless charm of an enamored cherub, delicately hand-painted with intricate detail. Nestled amidst a canvas of fine enamel, t...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

French 20th Century Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clover Collar Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This antique round openwork brooch features a clover with chased leaves and a center bezel set with a fine half-pearl. The clasp ...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

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

French 1960s Retro Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This vintage gold brooch stylizes a draped fabric held together by a link. The whole is openwork, ...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Late Victorian Ruby and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian ruby and diamond crescent brooch, with one row of graduating cushion spape rubies estimated to weight 3.8 carats, and...
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

ART DECO brooch set with ruby and diamonds 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold brooch with ruby ​​and old mine cut and rose cut diamond 0.50 ct F/G - VS/SI detailed description the brooch is 7.0 cm wide and 1.3 cm high weight 5.9 grams set...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

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

Materials

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

18k dog Brooch - solid yellow gold animal - french diamond ruby collar pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this very cute French dog brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with a bright ruby eye and decorated with a diamond set collar. It bears a makers mark, a French eagl...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Platinum & Gold 3.0ctw Ruby & Diamond Open Circle Wreath Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.0-1.20ctw (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round brilliant Cut -...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Cat Motif Ruby and Citrine Pin in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite vintage pin showcases a captivating 8.43 carat oval-shaped natural yellow citrine, complemented by a delicate 0.19 carat round ruby, all set in lustrous 14k yellow gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Ruby, 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

Materials

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

Antique European 3.70 Ct Diamond and Ruby Pin. (GIA)
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this stunning vintage piece features 1.70 carats of Old European cut diamonds with G color and SI clarity, complemented by a 2.00 carat round-cut Burma ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Platinum LION Diamond Ruby Pin
Located in Miami, FL
In 18K yellow gold and platinum, this exquisite LION pin features a 0.09 carat diamond and ruby, showcasing tremendous work and superb detail. Ideal for both men and women, this piec...
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2010s European Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

French Retro Ruby Sapphire Coral Diamond Chrysoprase Gold Lady with a Basket Bro
Located in New York, NY
Retro, French made 18k gold brooch, depicting a young lady with a basket and a bouquet, set with a diamond, sapphires, rubies, coral and chrysoprase. The brooch measures 2 3/8" x 1 3...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Handcraft Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Cat Brooche
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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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

21K, Burma Ruby & VS/F Diamond Peacock Pin. (GIA)
Located in Miami, FL
Made from 21kt yellow gold, this exquisite peacock pin features a stunning 13.50ct Burma Ruby as its centerpiece, boasting a vibrant red hue and oval shape. Surrounding the ruby are ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Mama Bird Feeding Nesting Babies Brooch - 14k Round .14
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .08ctw Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Natural Diamond Carat(s): .06ct Cut: Round Brilli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Jadeite Jade & Diamond Pin and Synthetic Dangling Ruby Bead Platinum Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jade and Diamond Pin with Ruby Beads in Platinum Pin. An artistic masterpiece, this pin features a prong set carved jadeite jade center stone. The jade is carved with holes and det...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Platinum

David Webb 26ct Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable 18k gold brooch by David Webb, featuring center emerald cabochon (stone measures approx. 21.03 x 14 x11.5mm) weighing about 26 carats, surrounded with blue sapphires, r...
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20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

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

Materials

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

Warrior Coral Diamonds Emerald Sapphire Rubies 9 And 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
This unique brooch, expertly crafted in a blend of 18 and 9-karat yellow gold and sterling silver, is a true masterpiece of jewelry art that encapsulates stories of ancient times and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Coral, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow ...

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

Tiffany & Co. Georges Lenfant 18k Gold and Emerald Double Seahorse Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Created in Paris for Tiffany & Co. by Geroges Lenfant's firm in the 1960s-1970s, this double seahorse clip brooch is composed of 18K gold, emeralds and rubies. Designed as seahorses ...
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Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

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

French 1960s Enamel and Gem-set Sea Unicorn Brooch, Jean Thierry Bondt
Located in New York, NY
Made by Jean Thierry Bondt, Paris, a creator of jewelry for Van Cleef & Arpels, Lacloche, Cartier, and Mauboussin, among others, this 18K gold and enamel...
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Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...

French 1980s Whimsical Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Owl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted this whimsical owl brooch is a pure joy to look at. Extremely detailed and worked in 18 karat yellow gold, each section of feathers i...
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Raymond Yard 1935 Art Deco Brooch In Platinum With 4.82 Ctw Rubies Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco brooch designed by Raymond C. Yard. Fantastic circular brooch, created in America during the art deco period by the master jewelry designer Raymond C. Yard, back in the ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Elephant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the majestic allure of the David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Elephant Brooch. This exquisite piece of wearable art is designed as a masterful fusion of bl...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Natural Pearl and Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct gold and platinum bar brooch from the Edwardian era. The brooch is set with nineteen natural seed pearls and surrounded by a cluster of rose cut diamonds and crafted ...
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Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl

Elizabethan Brooche in Platinum, Diamonds and Natural Pearl
Located in Bilbao, ES
Elizabethan style platinum brooch with antique cut white diamonds and natural pearl in the center READY TO SHIP *Shipment of this piece is not affected by COVID-19. Orders welcome!...
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1890s Spanish Art Deco Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

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

Edwardian 2.66 CTW Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Horseshoe Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a platinum-topped horseshoe shape featuring bead set cushion cut rubies throughout Weighing approximately 2.48 carats total - transparent medium red in color Alternating...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Opal, Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique opal, ruby and diamond butterfly brooch, with opals set in the wings and abdomen, a faceted ruby set in the thorax, cabochon rubies set in the eyes and rose-cut diamonds s...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond And Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a stunning piece, crafted from 18k yellow gold. ...
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1970s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Whimsical 18k Yellow Gold Italian Diamond Set Honey Bee
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This fanciful Mid-20th Century Italian creation depicts a beautifully proportioned honey bee with wings spread, ready for flight. The thorax and abdomen are heavily diamond encrusted...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal, Ruby and Diamond Brooch, hallmarked 1967
Located in London, GB
This mesmerising brooch depicts a lively bouquet of flowers. Master craftsmanship is on display in the flowers and leaves of the piece crafted from iridescent opals. Are 0.10 carat r...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian 1890s Ruby Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Crescent Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning 2.38 carat ruby and 0.30 carat diamond, pearl and 14 karat yellow gold, 14k white gold set 'Crescent' bar brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique crescent moon brooch...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

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

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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