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Brooches For Sale
Style: Edwardian
Style: Empire
Antique Edwardian Platinum Diamond and Pearl Filigree Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Diamond and Pearl Filigree Pin. This incredible pin is crafted in platinum. The pin has beautiful rose cut diamonds s...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Edwardian Amythest, Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Delicate Edwardian Amythest, Diamond and Pearl Brooch from the early 1900's. Unsigned but high quality American manufacture. Platinum topped gold with diamonds and natural pea...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

An Edwardian diamond and emerald stick-pin
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond and emerald stick-pin, the square shaped openwork panel consisting of six interwoven stripes finely millegrain-set with forty-five rose-cut diamonds, each corner...
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20th Century English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Platinum

Antique Edwardian Pearl Diamond Heart Brooch in 15 Carat Gold, circa 1901 – 1915
Located in Kendal, GB
A pretty antique Edwardian brooch depicting a beautiful ribbon that loops into the shape of a heart and ties in a knot in the centre between two shamrocks. It’s lined with gleaming w...
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20th Century European Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Gold

Edwardian Diamond and Platinum Filigree Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Diamond and Platinum Filigree Brooch. Featuring seven old European cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 2.35 carats, graded ...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian 18k & Platinum Pearl 3.6ct Old Cut Diamond Milgrain Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This well preserved and jaw dropping antique pin brooch is crafted during the Edwardian era from solid 18k yellow gold and platinum top. At the center of the brooch a singular round ...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 18K Gold 3.9 Carats Diamond Geometric Brooch, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A massive and fine Edwardian 18K Gold & Diamonds Geometric Brooch. A hand-carved brooch with milgrain details, measuring 8.0 x 4.8 cm and containing numerous old European, old mind a...
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1920s Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian 9ct Gold Lucky diamond equestrian brooch
Located in London, GB
Antique Edwardian 9ct gold Equestrian Lucky diamond set in white gold horseshoe brooch that holds a feather in place in the end of the trumpet delight...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Enamel Flower Pendant Brooch 14kt Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled flower convertible brooch. An extremely beautiful piece, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1900-1910. This outstand...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch Pin 18k Gold & Platinum
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch Pin 18K Gold Platinum Edwardian This gorgeous Edwardian circa 1890-1910s Brooch Pin is crafted in 18K Yello...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Givenchy Vintage Gripoix Long Round Pink Orange Trio Crystals Long Bar Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Givenchy on the back. Size: 6.5 cm x 2.8 cm. Weight: 15.0 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet ...
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1980s French Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Floral Filigree European Diamond .48 Cts and Sapphire Brooch in 14kwg LV
Located in Austin, TX
Wear a piece of art from the past with this fanciful floral wirework pin! This is a beautifully made and preserved vintage brooch in 14 karat white gold. A lovely old European cut di...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Edwardian 14k Gold and Bloodstone Cabochon Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold & bloodstone stick pin. In 14k gold. Mounted with a prong set bloodstone cabochon. Simply a wonderful Edwardian stick pin! ...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Jasper, 14k Gold

18Karat Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: F-G...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: F-G C...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond and Pearl Platinum Brooch and Earrings Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Edwardian brooch and earrings set, meticulously crafted with a remarkable combination of gold, platinum, pearls, and diamonds. The set is embellished with 35 old mine-cut diamonds, e...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Patek Philippe Iconic Edwardian Platinum Diamond Lapel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Edwardian platinum lapel brooch watch by Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co, set with approx. 1.10ctw in diamonds (one small stone is missing on the pin). Mechanical Patek Philip...
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19th Century Swiss Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 14 Karat Gold and Gold Filled Peace Lily Hat Pin with Keshi Pearl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 14k gold (and gold filled) Peace Lily hat pin (or stickpin / lapel pin) with a pearl. With a 14K gold figural Peace Lily top with Keshi pearl set in center and mounted on a gold filled pin...
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20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Stick Pin. This beautiful pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold and p...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Cameo brooch, Nyx goddess, 9k rose gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but admire this attractive antique Edwardian era 9ct gold cameo brooch. A nicely carved bullmouth shell cameo depicting Nyx the Greek goddess and personification of n...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian 15 Karat Gold Platinum Ruby Swan Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a delicate Edwardian swan bar brooch crafted in 15K gold (9K needle) and adorned with textured platinum. The head is set with cabochon ruby eye. The feathers are highly detai...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 15k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Peridot, Citrine and Pearl Twin Heart Brooch, circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A very pretty Edwardian 9ct gold peridot, citrine and split pearl twin heart brooch hand crafted during the early 20th century circa 1910. The delightfully sweet brooch has two lover...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold

An Edwardian gold and diamond dog stickpin
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian gold and diamond dog stickpin, in the form of a dog in a resting position, the collar and eyes set with old-cut diamonds, marked 18ct gold on...
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19th Century English Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond Peridot Gold Frog Lapel Pin
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique Edwardian cute little frog stickpin or lapel pin is created with green peridot and bright diamond eyes. The lifelike frog is made of 14 karat gold and set with three ver...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold

1900s 14k Rose Gold Pearl and Old European Cut Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14 Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .30ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: H-I Clarity: VS Bott...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Vintage Crystal & Enamel Dangle Brooch in Autumnal Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
C.1990 brooch with an ornate Old World style reminiscent of Edwardian jewelry. The bronze tone metal base is embellished with deep green and amber enameling and features two dangling drops accented by green and amber crystal stones. Outfitted with straight pin and safety ring closure. Unsigned though well made with quality details. The design and style is similar to Heidi Daus jewelry...
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1990s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Enamel, Base Metal

Antique Pearl 9 Carat Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fabulous crescent brooch has seed pearls set within the 9ct gold. I always like to mention that crescent brooches can be hooked onto a chain to make a gorgeous pendant. Cresce...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Antique Edwardian Novelty Hanging Paste set Monkey 9ct Gold and Silver Brooch
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Amusing novelty brooches were popular in the Victorian and Edwardian periods with piece such as this being a fun way of someone expressing their personality. This playful brooch depi...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold

Edwardian Opal and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian opal and diamond brooch, the oval cabochon-cut opal measuring approximately 14.3 x 11mm, yellow gold claw-set to the centre of an old-cut d...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Edwardian Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian natural pearl and diamond brooch, the two natural pearls accompanied by GCS certificate number stating the pearls to be natural ...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Green Tourmaline & 10 Karat Gold Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Edwardian tourmaline stickpin. In 10k yellow gold. With concentric gold circles surrounding a round faceted, bezel set green tourmaline gemstone. Simply a great stickp...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold

Vintage Large Opal and Diamond 15 Carat Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This exquisite brooch is set with 9 glowing opals. They have flashes of fiery red and so any other wonderful colours. In-between each opal there are a pair of sparking diamonds...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold

Antique Signed Alling & Co. Edwardian 14k Gold & Blue Topaz Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian gold & blue topaz stickpin. In 14K gold. Set with a round faceted blue topaz gemstone in a geometric head. Marked to the reverse with Alling & Co's maker's mark & 14. Simply a wonderful Edwardian stickpin...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

1900s 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Brooch and Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .90ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: H Cl...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14k Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 585 (14K Rose Gold) [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.9 grams Ruby Details: Weight: .75ct, total Type: Synthetic Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Diamond Details: Natural D...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Antique Yellow Gold Pearl Floral Starburst Pendant/ Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Yellow Gold Pearl Floral Starburst Pendant/ Brooch the most exquisite floral brooch, i’m obsessed! The item comes without the box in the photo...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

20k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co Pearl and Opal Brooch, circa 1900s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 20K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.5 grams Center Opal Details: Measurement: 11mm x 17.5mm x Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: Orange, Pink, Red, Gr...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Pearl Triangle Solitaire Stickpin 14k Milgrain Antique, 1900s-1910s
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Pearl Edwardian Triangle Solitaire Stickpin 14k Milgrain Antique, 1900s-1910s Stone Information: Natural Pearl Diameter: 5.3mm Additional In...
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Large Edwardian Multi Gem Harlequin Bar Brooch, Circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulous and playful Edwardian ‘harlequin’ bar brooch dating from circa 1905. The 11 rub over set gemstones include deep red garnets, a muted gre...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 9k Gold, Yel...

Antique 9k Gold Spider Brooch, Demantoid Garnet and Pearl, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, early Edwardian 9ct gold spider brooch. The body is made from a beautiful cultured pearl with cool tones and the eyes are set w...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

10k Gold Custom Antique Heart Arrow Brooch w/ Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
10k Gold Custom Antique Heart Arrow Brooch w/ Diamonds and Rubies Gorgeous Antique Brooch Features Garland with Bow Detailing on Arrow with Crowned Heart Ruby Cabochon Centerpiece with Old Cut Diamonds Length of Brooch = 47 mm Width of Brooch = 90 mm Total Mass = 24.3 grams Based on Design and Materials, dated to Georgian or Victorian era or earlier Gorgeous Antique Piece!
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Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold

Antique Diamond Bar Brooch, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish antique diamond bar brooch. A slim and rich 9kt yellow gold bar set to the centre with a raised old cut diamond in a claw setti...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Platinum, Gold & Diamond Flower or Web Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Edwardian stick pin. In a platinum spider web (or stylized flower) pattern. With a bezel set diamond in center and bottom of wire fra...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver & Enamel Sash Buckle Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sash buckle brooch. With green and white bands of enamel on a sterling silver frame. These buckles were de rigueur accessories in ...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

1900s Edwardian Flower Brooch with Pearls and Old Mine Diamond
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Measurement: 1 inch Condition: Excellent
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Brooches

Yellow Gold Garnet Edwardian Solitaire Stickpin 14k Oval Greek Key Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Garnet Edwardian Solitaire Stickpin 14k Oval Greek Key Antique Stone Information: Natural Garnet Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: Red Additional in...
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Necklace Platinum 18Kt Gold 15.12 Ctw Peridot Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian gem set convertible necklace with peridot. Beautiful piece of jewelry, created during the late Edwardian period in the art-nouveau style, circa 1908. This beautiful neckla...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Edwardian Style 18 Karat Gold Brooch or Pin with a Opal Cabochon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Edwardian style brooch. Prong set with a large reconstituted opal cabochon under an bar in the form of a branch that is wrapped with a vine with engraved and textured l...
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian Pearl Turquoise Gold Butterfly Bar Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful Antique Edwardian Yellow Gold, Turquoise and Pearl Butterfly bar brooch. English origin. Height 18mm, Width 37mm. Weight 3.5gr. Unmarked. The...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond, Platinum and 9 Carat Gold Pin
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous pin is modelled in 9 carat gold and has a simple and classic design. The three diamonds measure 30pts and in between these bright stones are pearls. Length: 66mm We...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 9 Karat Yellow Gold Green Paste Heart Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Edwardian heart bar brooch crafted in 9K gold. The piece features dark green paste in the centre. Has hallmarks - can be seen in photo gallery. Weight: 2.29g Size: 4.3x1.2cm ——— If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. We describe our items accurately. Please note that in reality they can look much better because photo can’t capture that magical sparkle. We have many years of experience in this business. And we have a very carefully curated selection of pieces. You can buy with confidence. Thank you for your consideration. ——— “Laura Antiques Fine Jewellery...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Wavy Openwork Leaf Croissant Glow Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. A unique piece. This gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed on the back...
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1980s German Empire Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Mellerio Stomacher Diamond Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This remarkable and rare circa 19th century stomacher brooch showcases the unparalleled artistry of Mellerio, the oldest jewelry firm in France. Crowned by a spray of diamond flowerheads, leaves and buds, this beautiful En Tremblant brooch moves with the wearer, creating countless light refractions and multiplying its brilliance. The brooch is convertible; the flowerhead panel and cascading trellis-work section can each be worn separately. The resplendent jewelry piece is punctuated by detachable pear-shaped diamond drops. Meant to draw the eye and elevate a woman’s ensemble and status, stomacher trembler...
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19th Century French Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond

Edwardian Gem and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Bug Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet bug perched on this fine brooch and is encrusted with seed pearls. The gorgeous bug has a pink gem stone set within it. Dimensions Of Bug:...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18k Gold Platinum 1.50ct European Diamond Pearl Circle Wreath Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely gorgeous antique brooch was crafted during the Edwardian era from solid 18k yellow gold and platinum. It features an incredible circle of pearls and diamonds that alt...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 2.5 Carat Old Mine Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin 1900 Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary Diamond Platinum Tiffany & Co. Edwardian - Art Deco Brooch Pin with approximately 2.5 Carats of magnificent Old Mine Cut Tiffany Diamonds set in Platinum in an open work scroll and leaf motif design of the highest quality. The antique Tiffany Diamonds are extraordinary. They are brilliantly white and clean. There are 30 Old Mine Cut Diamonds set throughout the brooch. In the center is a very rare pyramidal square fancy cut diamond of exceptional quality. The diamond is brilliantly white and very clean and the cut is absolutely magnificent. The diamonds are set in Platinum in a gorgeous open work design with knife edge designs leading to the two circular terminals. The terminals have elegant leaf and scroll form motifs set with diamonds in an arched design with milgrain beaded borders. The Tiffany Brooch is one of the most beautiful Edwardian jewels we have seen. The stunning design is timeless. The use of Platinum allowed the Tiffany jewelers...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Bar Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edwardian diamond platinum and gold bar brooch circa 1910. Clear and concise information you want to know is listed below. Contact us right away if you ha...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold European and Rose Cut Diamond Brooch 1.15cts.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Edwardian 18k yellow Gold European and Rose Cut Diamond Brooch Specifications: main stone: 1 European cut diamond approx. .50pts. diamonds: 52 Rose Cut diamonds a...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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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