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Brooches For Sale
Style: Artisan
Style: Retro
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Flowers Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 16 grams. Totally is diamond about 4.50 carat. Clearity is diamond G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Dimention is ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1960's Citrine, Ruby, and Gold Ballerina Dancer Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely and sweet leaping ballerina design featuring oval citrines and round rubies in 14K gold. The poetry of motion captured by the dancer's dress and raised arms in this brooch wil...
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1960s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold

Retro Brooch set with ruby and diamonds 18k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
RETRO 18k gold brooch set with ruby ​​verneuille and single cut diamond. 0.04ct - F/G - SI detailed description: The size of the brooch is approximately 3.4 cm long by 6.2 cm wide ...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bird on a nest of eggs brooch by Fred Gray Corp, 1930-1040's, designer for Coro
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A lovable brooch with 2 birds that take care of their treasure together! The parents of the birds sit on a branch and take care of their eggs. The bodies of the 2 birds are made of 2 polished rhinestones, the wings, head and tails and the leaves are enameled. The brooch is signed with a tiny star on the reverse side on the birds heaad. It is a nice Collector piece, nothing missing! Measurement: Width of the brooch 6,5 cm /2.60" x 4,5 cm/1,77". Good condition, nothing missing, enamel is slightly rubbed due to its age. The history of American jewelry company Fred Gray...
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1920s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

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

Materials

Gilt Metal

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

Materials

Ruby, Citrine, 14k Gold

Chanel Pearl CC White Lace Brooch
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Pearl CC White Lace Brooch * Marked 15 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box  - It is approximately 2" x 2". - It is very beautiful and clas...
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2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

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

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold

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

Materials

Amethyst, 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

Materials

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

Sapphires, Rubies, Emerald, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Brooch/Pendant.
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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

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

Materials

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

Early 20th Century Agate & 14K Gold Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
A gorgeous oval shaped polished agate framed in a 14K gold setting outfitted with straight pin hardware. The agate is in earth tone shades of brown and amber orange. The intricate ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Artisan Brooches

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Handcraft Butterfly 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Sapphire Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Invisible set Sapphire Bow
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent Van Cleef & Arpels Retro period Large Bow Brooch with Invisible Sapphire setting .
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20th Century French Retro Brooches

Vintage Hand Carved Portrait Amethyst and Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Carved Two Portrait Amethyst and Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin Simply Beautiful! Hand Carved Amethyst Double Portrait Cameos and Seed Pearl Brooch. Ha...
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Mid-19th Century Artisan Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Malachite, 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

Materials

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

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k 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

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

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

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

18 kt. White Gold Brooch with 1.52 ct. Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 kt. White Gold Brooch with 1.52 ct. Brilliant Cut Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds together approx. 1.52 ct. Material : 18 kt. white gold Measurements: 48...
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20th Century Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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

Materials

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

Pre-Columbian Art 18k Yellow Gold And Emerald Brooch/Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K Yellow gold and Emerald hand crafted Pre-Columbian large brooch/pendant. It depicts a Central America Native God adorned in the ...
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20th Century Central American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

Materials

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

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

Shark jacket pin in 18Kt gold black diamond and keshi pearl
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Shark jacket pin in 18Kt gold black diamond and keshi pearl The keshi beads allow me to range even more in creating something unique. This pin, like all my creations with baroque be...
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2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 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

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

Materials

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

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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

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

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

Materials

Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

2.91 Carats of Blue Sapphire flower brooch
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of timeless elegance with our exquisite brooch, meticulously crafted from radiant 18k white gold, boasting a weight of 11.36 grams. Created from 2.91 carats of ethe...
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2010s Indian Artisan Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 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 brooch in the shape of a flower basket, emerald rhinestone USA 1940s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Brooch in the shape of a flower basket with a large topas cut rhinestone as the flower vase inside are golden flowers with small gold rhinestones. The brooch was designed in the USA...
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1940s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

Retro Silver Marcasite Floral Brooch Hallmarked London 1964
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This stunning European made marcasite floral brooch, with an import hallmark for London 1964. The flower in full bloom is featured in silver and marcasite. Flowers were often used in...
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1960s English Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Silver

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

Large 23 Carat Vining Flowers Yellow Sapphire, Diamond and Tsavorite 18K Brooch
Located in Tustin, CA
A resplendent, large and stately, 18 karat white and yellow gold three dimensional vining flowers motif estate brooch is comprised of vivid golden yellow sapphires, sparkling white d...
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20th Century American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Seed Pearl Palm Tree Large Brooch
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Seed Pearl Palm Tree Large Brooch *Marked 02 *Made in France *Comes with the original box - It is approximately 2.25" x...
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Early 2000s French Artisan Brooches

Engraved Red Coral and Button, Diamonds, Emeralds, Agate Drops Brooch/Pendant
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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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Agate, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 9k Gold, Silver

Engraved Face on Oval Shape Pink Coral, 18K Yellow Gold, Retrò 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 TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Light pink coral cameo...
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Nugget Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique stick pin. Comprised of (what appears to be prospected) gold nugget set with a bail and suspended from a pin. The nugget swings and moves on the pin. The gold nugget...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

14K Gold Tiffany & Co. Retro Safety Pin Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
Tiffany & Co. has a history of safety pin jewelry that dates back to the 1940’s. Throughout the years, there have been many versions of the iconic s...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Reja Retro Fretwork Shell Brooch
By Reja
Located in New York, NY
Reja Retro brooch of a focal faux pale blue amythest square cut stone with crystal baguette accents and crystal rhinestone pave. Set into a dimensional Retro fretwork shell of pale ...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Rhodium, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Bear-shaped brooch made of gold with enamel
Located in Milano, IT
Pretty brooch depicting a teddy bear handmade in 18K gold between 1960 and 1970. Attention to mini details, The body is hand-engraved and the paws, muzzle and eyes are fire enameled....
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Nouveau Style Bee Brooch Pin Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A vintage Art Nouveau style bee brooch pin set in 18 karat yellow gold. Designed in yellow gold, its head is set with two brightly hued round cut peridots for eyes. The thorax of th...
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1930s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI Certified René Kreiss Bee Brooche Yellow Gold and Gemstones
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The IGI Certified René Kreiss Bee Brooch in Yellow Gold and Gemstones is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and creativity, designed by the renowned creator René Kreiss. This exquisite b...
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20th Century French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Brand New Classic Silver CC Baguette Crystal Brooch
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Classic Silver CC Baguette Crystal Brooch *Marked 23 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, camellia flower and ribbon *Brand New -It is appr...
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2010s Italian Artisan Brooches

Retro Sterling Vermeil Aquamarine Spray
Located in New York, NY
Striking Retro Sterling Vermeil Aquamarine Spray from the 1940's. Large scaled floral brooch in sterling with rose gold wash, pave accents and oval faux aquamarines. Unsigned. 3.75" ...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Retro Smoky Quartz Citrine 18 Karat Two-Color Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This unique Retro brooch from ca 1945 was beautifully hand-crafted out 18 karat yellow gold and rose gold. The center piece is a perfectly cut golden-brown smoky quartz citrine step-...
Category

1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique and Vintage Brooches

Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones.

Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.

At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric.

Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.

Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.

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