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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Onyx
Gemstone: Moonstone
Antique Onyx and Rose Cut Diamond Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian rose cut diamond and onyx oval pin brooch. The onyx gradually slopes towards the diamond in the center. The heart-shaped diamond is rose cut and bezel set with s...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Goering Silver Onyx Marcasite Watch Brooch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Decorated with sparkling marcasite and emerald-cut black onyx accents, this elegant 1940's watch brooch is made of .935 silver. The T-bar brooch has a pivoting fob that rotates easil...
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1940s Swiss Victorian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Onyx, Silver

Yellow Gold Blue Zircon & Moonstone Retro Wreath Brooch 14k 8.60ctw Vintage Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Retro Date: 1930s - 1940s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Genuine Zircons Carats: 4.50ctw Cut: Round Color: Blue Genuine Moonstones Carats: 4.10ctw Cut: Roun...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Yellow Gold

Sabbadini 18 Karat Gold Ladybug Brooch with Pink Tourmaline, Onyx and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Started in the 1940's Sabbadini of Italy is known throughout the world for their artisinal excellence and creative design. Their creativity shines in this 18 karat yellow gold lady bug brooch. The wings art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peridots, Diamonds, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Pearls, Platinum Brooch/Pendant Necklace
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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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Peridot, Rock Crystal, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Victorian Mourning Pin with Onyx
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1860s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Tested] Weight: 13.3 grams Measurement: 2inch x 1.5inch Condition: Excellent
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1880s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Black Star & Frost Art Deco Large Crystal Platinum and Gem Set Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Black Star & Frost Art Deco Brooch, A circular frosted Crystal measuring 1 9/16 inch in diameter, 5/16 inch wide and 3/16 inch thick. Mounted in platinum and set with Dia...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco Buddha Sureté Pin by Ghiso
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco Buddha sureté pin by Ghiso, the pin set with a fine green pâte de verre Buddha, resting upon an onyx and rose-cut diamond cluster pedestal, and ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tutti Frutti Brooch Pendant 18K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous brooch is open like a melon and the seeds are all carved leaves and the Diamonds are the berries. This brooch is large 6.0cm long by 5.5cm wide and weighs a whopping 4...
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Early 2000s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

French Art Deco Brooch by Chaumet
Located in London, GB
A French Art Deco crystal, diamond and onyx brooch by Chaumet, consisting of an octagonal-shaped frosted rock crystal frame, mounted between two finials of palmette design, with diamond-set scroll Mughal style decorations, accented by a line of cabochon-cut onyx, mounted in platinum and gold, bearing French assay marks and partial maker’s mark of Chaumet, circa 1925, measuring approximately 7.1 x 2.5cm, gross weight 19.3 grams. This brooch is in excellent condition. Unmarked, tested as platinum and 18ct gold. A wonderful Art Deco brooch made Chaumet. The jewellery house of Chaumet dates back to the eighteenth century and is known for making jewellery for the French royal court and for Josephine Bonaparte. This spectacular brooch reflects the Art Deco period of Chaumet, which reflected an increase in geometric styles inspired by machine technology. This brooch features a frosted rock crustal...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Fine Retro 10 Karat Gold and Moonstone Cabochon Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold and moonstone cabochon brooch. With a large moonstone gemstone bezel set in 10k gold. The finely polished moonstone cabochon has a lovely milky opacity and a s...
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20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Gold

Antique Diamond Pearl and Black Onyx Yellow Gold Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.41 carat diamond, pearl, black onyx and 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our antique estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive black onyx antique...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jean Vitau 18KT Yellow Gold Bird Brooch with .19 Carat Diamonds and Gemstones
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the famed French designer Jean Vitau for Gemveto. Jean Vitau was a pioneer jewelry designer . He was known for patenting the Gemlok setting ,a secure and snag proof way of setting diamonds and colored stones. This lovely brooch is the perfect example using the expert setting techniques. Diamonds, rubies, and tsavorites are the stones that make up the body, along with a black onyx tail. The brooch measures 1.5" x 1.1/8". Diamond weight 0.19 carats Ruby weight 0.98 carats Tsavorite weight 1.85 carats Signed Jean Vitau 18K
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1990s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Onyx Ruby Chalcedony Bird Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Black Onyx & Chalcedony Bird Pins Brooches by Cartier. With 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color. total weight in both .50ct ruby, onyx ...
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Well-Dressed Gemstone Snowman Brooch (Special Order)
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold and platinum "well-dressed snowman" brooch contains pearls, diamonds, rubies (the scarf), black onyx (eyes and button...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Moonstone Heart Pendant Pin Brooch Sterling Silver Antique Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning heart shaped brooch pendant pin with an applied design in Sterling Silver of a flower and leaf motif with a moonstone cabochon. The heart has a lovely beaded bord...
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

Modernist Naturalistic Stone and Onyx Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Modernist sterling silver, marbleized stone, and onyx brooch. Marked: Sterling - SS.
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Hand Carved Onyx 10 Karat Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fit for a queen, the fine detail of this romantic antique cameo brooch displays the portrait of a beautiful queen revealing her mirror image. Hand carved in regal rich onyx, the 15 m...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold

Ella Gafter Art Déco style Fish Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical fish brooch pin features a central South Sea pearl of 16mm diameter. The body is sculpted in custom cut mother-of-pearl topped by transparent crystal. The eye is accen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

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

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Platinum Onyx Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum onyx diamond bar pin, signed TIFFANY & CO 5554. Old European cut diamonds weighing approx. 0.90 cts, EF VS, measures 2 1/2 inches, weight 3.6 dwt
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20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

NYC 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monkey Brooch with Onyx and Ruby
Located in New York, NY
An adorable 18 karat yellow gold monkey with ruby eyes,hangs from a branch of black onyx. The brooch measures 1.5" x 1.25" Ruby weight 0.12 carats Signed Cellini
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Victorian Pietra Dura Mosaic Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
A wonderful antique Victorian Circa 1890s Italian Pietra Dura Floral Mourning Brooch featuring a mosaic floral inlay set in 14k gold / onyx. Measuring 1....
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dannah Modernist Industrialist Mixed Metal Long Drop Earrings and Brooch 1980s
Located in Miami Beach, FL
1980s Modernist industrial earrings and brooch by Dannah featuring a dangling mixed metal design with stone accents mostly onyx and chalcedony. The pieces have tarnished over the ye...
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1980s Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Onyx, Mixed Metal

Art Deco Old Cut Diamond and Onyx Platinum Brooch, Circa 1920's
Located in London, GB
This original antique piece features a 5.8mm cabouchon onyx diagonally set from a fine quality old cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40ct both rubover set onto a Deco design bar b...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Cartier Art Deco Hand and Flower Pin Brooch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Art Deco hand and flower pin brooch in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. A fun and playful piece, inspired by French Surrealism featuring a carved coral hand, wearing a s...
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1920s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

William Ruser Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Poodle Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A skillfully crafted vintage Poodle brooch by William Ruser. Features a diamond set collar and onyx eyes. The collar is rhodium plated. Diamonds ...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950's Moonstone Perdiot 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wheat Ribbon Retro Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Moonstone and peridot ribbon pin fashioned in 14 Karat yellow gold. The Retro brooch features oval cabochon carved moonstone and round peridot in a wheat ribbon design. The pin measu...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Peridot, Yellow Gold

1950s Moonstone and Ruby Spider Pin in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Gemstone: Moonstone & Ruby Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Item Features: This very cute spider pin was made in the 1950s. It features a C...
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1950s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mid-18th Century 14 Karat Gold Onyx Stomacher Pendant Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful mid-18th century piece of jewellery has been executed in 14 carat gold and is set with facetted onyx .
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1650s George II Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Carved Crystal Onyx Diamond Gold Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco platinum top and 14k gold hardware bow brooch, adorned with carved frosted crystal, onyx accents and approx. 0.44ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 2 3/8" x 1". Weight - 12.3 ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Silver and Onyx Broach
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco silver Broach set with a large onyx in the middle and marcasites, English ca 1930's One marcasite is missing, see pictures
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Onyx, Silver

Tiffany Sapphire Moonstone Pin
Located in New York, NY
14K tri-colored gold moonstone, sapphire and diamond pin. sapphires weighing approx. 5.25 cts, three moonstones and 4 small RBC diamonds. engraved TIFFANY & Co. 14KT pin...
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20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire

Large Scale Gold and Onyx Modernist Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very large scale mid-20th century Modernist brooch is completely organic in form and incorporates different levels that add tremendous interest to the design. It is crafted fr...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold

1950s Sterling Silver Black Onyx and Quartz Glass Sword Brooch
Located in Lexington, KY
This sterling silver brooch brings together an epic combination of carved rose quartz and onyx to create an incredible piece of wearable art unlike anything you have seen! The sterli...
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1950s Modernist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Period Platinum, Diamond and Onyx Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine period Art Deco stick pin. With rows of diamonds and onyx encircled by diamonds in a round platinum setting. Unmarked for fineness. S...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Silver 1957 Sweden Waldemar Jonsson Moonstone Brooch
By Waldemar Jonsson
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver 1957 Sweden Waldemar Jonsson Moonstone Brooch Height 3.7cm, width 3.5cm, depth 1.7cm Weight 12.4 g
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1950s Swedish Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Silver

Stenzhorn 18KT WG, Black Onyx, 10.30Ct.Pink Sapphire & Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Butterfly wings in pink sapphire pavé graduating in color are edged with black onyx; set in 18-karat white gold. Moveable wings are spring-mounted to the diamond body...
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Early 2000s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Scottish 14 Karat Rose Gold Jasper Agate and Onyx Battle Axe Kilt Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Scottish 14K Rose Gold kilt brooch in the shape of a medieval battle axe inset with red jasper, Montrose agate and black onyx. Marked Rd 328082, tes...
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Gold, Rose Gold

Stenzhorn 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pastel Sapphire Parrot Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 18 karat white gold, this very graceful parrot brooch is a work of art. Pave white diamonds are set and subtly change to shades of blue and pink sapphires. A single round...
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Early 2000s German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

Ella Gafter Dolphin Pink Sapphire Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
The dolphin springs up from the sea and creates a diamond wave and mist with 9.68 carats of pink sapphire. The body is decorated with tinted New Zealand paua shell (abalone) topped b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold...

1920s Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Circle Brooch in Platinum
Located in Wailea, HI
1920's Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Circle Brooch in Platinum Great For a Formal Occasion or a Casual Wear Fourteen Old Mine Cut Diamonds Weighing .45 Carats Approximately Thirty Fre...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Madeira Citrine Cabochon 24.14 Carat Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Highly prized 24.14 carat Madeira Citrine Cabochon, set in a one-of-a-kind, state of the art, convertible pendant necklace and brooch, adorned by a total of 0.86 carats of diamonds. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Chrome Tourmaline, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow ...

Handcraft Butterfly 14 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Emerald Onyx Diamonds 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

Onyx, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gol...

Art Deco Sterling Silver Mixed Stone Brooch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Sterling silver brooch with marcasites, onyx and chalcedony stones. French ca 1925
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Platinum and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Moonstone Stick Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: Platinum & 14k yellow gold Dimensions: pin is approximately 69mm Weight: 3.47 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian 14K Gold French Brooch Jet onyx Seed Pearl Mourning Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
An exquisite piece of Victorian Mourning Jewelry. The pin is made up of either French Jet or Black Onyx and Seed Pearls set in 14 Kt Gold. Th...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin with Marcasite and Onyx, English ca 1930's
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Channel Set Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Bar Pin
Located in New York, NY
Elegant channel Set Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Bar Pin from the 1920's. Beautifully faceted, french cut onyx stones are set into a channel with 3 diamo...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Swan Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond swan brooch pin features an intricate play of mother-of-pearl and crystal expertly custom cut into the white gold feathers, lending ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Ruby, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, Crystal, Cor...

Stenzhorn 18kt Gold, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch with Black Onyx
Located in New York, NY
Butterfly wings in blue sapphire pavé graduating in color are edged with black onyx; set in 18-karat white gold. Moveable wings are spring-mounted to the diamond body...
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Early 2000s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Seed Pearl Bar Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a striking Victorian bar pin in rich black onyx featuring a bright white seed pearl in a star setting at the center of the pin. In a classic Victorian style, the combination...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mexican Inlaid Lapis Malachite and Onyx Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Black onyx, malachite and lapis inlaid into an oval sterling silver brooch. The raised inlaid section is surrounded by a frame with an etched sun design. Marked: Mexico 925.
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1970s Mexican Vintage Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Retro Floral Spray Brooch Diamond Ruby & Moonstone Gemstones 14k
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautifully crafted floral spray brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold. This fantastic design is set with gemstones throughout. The brooch is set natural rubies that display a vivid red color that almost pop off the design, accenting the ruby gemstones are natural round brilliant cut diamonds that give this brooch the eye catching scintillation that will surely grab attention whenever worn. Moonstone...
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1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold

Fourteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Fig Garden Brooch by Artist with Pink Onyx
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Fig brooch is made of 14 karat rose gold and features a beautiful rose onyx. The collection has been featured in editorial reviews by Vogue UA and Harper's Bazaar U...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Detachable Moonstone
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom contemporary drop brooch is made of 14-karat yellow gold and encrusted with five round natural diamonds, as well as a removable natural moonstone (13mm). Our jewelr...
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2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Coral Onyx Jabot Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A chic Art Deco jabot pin embellished with coral, onyx, and diamond.
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx

David Webb Tiger Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Chrysoprave Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Tiger Head Brooch created by David Webb featuring marquise green onyx, cabochon emeralds, approximately 0.99 carats of brilliant-cut diamond...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Sophia D, 3.49 Carat Art Deco Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
3.49 Carat Art Deco Inspired Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch with Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, and Diamonds. Total carat weight: Sapphires 5.03 carats Emeralds 1.06 carats Rubies 3.96...
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2010s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

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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