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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Sapphire
Gemstone: Ruby
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

Cartier Retro Sapphire Diamond Two Color Gold Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted by Cartier. This wonderfully wavy three dimensionally fashioned brooch in the shape of a bow is truly impressive. Worked in polished ...
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 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

Rare Art Deco Drayson Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Suite in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Art Deco Drayson emerald, sapphire and diamond brooch, earring and ring suite set in platinum. This visually staggering suite is composed of a ring, earrings and a co...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier Mid-Century 13.92 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Brooch Clips
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pierced scroll motif brooch comprised of individual brooch clips joined in frame Bead, bezel, channel, and bar set throughout with transitional and baguette cut diamond...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

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...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Bulgari 1980s Diamond Sapphire 8ct Citrine Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1980s Bvlgari brooch, set in 18k yellow gold, with center approx. 8ct citrine ( the stone measures 15.2 x 15.2 x 7.15mm), surrounded with blue sapphires and a total of...
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1980s Italian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Theo Fennell 18kt gold gelato brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Theo Fennell 18kt gold gelato brooch, as an ice cream cone, pave set brilliant cut diamonds, brilliant cut and fancy coloured sapphires. Made in London 2019. Maker: Theo Fennell. D...
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2010s British Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Brooch set with Sapphire and Diamonds Platina
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platina brooch set with sapphire and rose cut diamonds total approx. 0.70 ct G/H - SI/P - 3.9 cm x 1.1 cm detailed description The brooch is 3.9 cm wide and 1.1 cm high weight: 5....
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1910s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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

‘Fly and Spider’ Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Brooch, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This unique brooch dates back to the 1950s and is a collection of rose cut diamonds, deep red rubies and sparkling blue sapphires. The diamonds total 0.22 carat and are grain set wit...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

18 Karat White Gold Branch Brooch with Apple Blossom, Austria, 1960
Located in Heerlen, NL
- 18K. white gold branch brooch, Quartz leaf with saphirres and diamonds - Wenen 1960 with maker mark: WP. = Wenzel Passawa. - Weight: 11.12 gram - Size: 44 x 28 x 8 mm - ...
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1960s Austrian Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Brooch in the shape of a horse set with sapphire 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of a horse set with a sapphire - size 5.7 cm x 2.5 cm Detailed description the size of the brooch is 5.7 cm by 2.5 cm wide weight 14.2 grams s...
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2010s European Modern Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k 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

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted in platinum, set with bright white and lively Old European cut diamonds and embellished with deep blue calibre sapphires.
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire, Aquamarine and Diamond Yogi Brooch Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This beautiful multi-stone brooch, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, is a striking and symbolic piece that captures the essence of serenity and balance. Shaped like a person in a yoga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k G...

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

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

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

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise And Ruby Bird Brooch Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite brooch by Cartier, one of the world's preeminent jewelers, presents a captivating tableau of four turquoise birds perched on a golden branch. The birds are adorned in ...
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow 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

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

Sapphire Diamond Aquamarine Ladies Estate Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Fashioned in 18k white gold, this exquisite vintage pin showcases a dazzling array of diamonds totaling 0.90 carats, with SI clarity and G color, accentuated by the unique charm of r...
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2010s European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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

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

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. 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

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

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

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

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

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 ...

Antique 1.25Ct Sapphire 2.34Ct Diamond and Platinum Brooch Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.25 carat sapphire and 2.34 carat diamond, platinum brooch; part of our diverse antique sapphire jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique brooch ...
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1920s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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

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

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

Vintage Poodle and Ball Brooch, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
This whimsical vintage brooch features a playful poodle with a ball. Crafted from 18 carat yellow gold the piece is beautifully crafted, with 0.02 carat rubies used for the dogs eyes...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold, Ruby Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Fashionable vintage 18K yellow gold, ruby and diamond dragonfly brooch. Colourful, embellished with 6 natural, non-treated bright violet red rubies, this brooch is very well made, la...
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1980s European Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 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

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 3.80 Carat Total Weight Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Bar Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco 3.80 Carat Total Weight Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Bar Brooch. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.80 carat, graded L color SI2 clarity. A...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Sapphire Pearl Floral Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold sapphire and pearl brooch (pin/pendant). The floral design is decorated with round white pearls and centered with a beautiful blue round cut sap...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

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

Tiffany & Co. Sapphire and Diamond Flower Pin 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Sapphire and Diamond Flower Pin 18K Yellow Gold 1.5" Diameter 19.4 Grams
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1980s North American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bar Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bar Brooch. Featuring one oval mixed cut sapphire weighing approximately 1.10 carats. Accented by 12 calibre cut sapphires with a total weight ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 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

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

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

Victorian 2.35 CTW Sapphire Diamond Silver 14 Karat Gold X Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped bullet cabochon weighing approximately 1.93 carats Transparent medium dark blue in color and bezel set in rose gold With silver-topped 'X' motif surround wi...
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1840s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

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

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15ct Victorian Brooch Ruby Set Hearts At Ends Seed Pearls Diamond set Heart Drop
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Heart Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Fabulous Victorian Gold Brooch. Set with Rubies, Diamonds & Pearls. Features Two Little Ruby Set Hearts at Either End & Di...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 15k 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

Victorian Diamond Ruby Pearl 18 Karat Gold Antique Butterfly Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized butterfly with scalloped wings, curling antennae, and spindly legs Featuring a pear cut diamond prong set as lower body weighing approximately 0.65 carat I co...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Mauboussin GRS Certified Burma Ruby Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The Diamond Ruby Flower Brooch, signed by Mauboussin, is an exquisite piece of jewelry that showcases the brand's craftsmanship and attention to detail. This brooch is a true masterp...
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Mid-20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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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