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Brooches For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Baroque
Christian Lacroix silver plated brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
This rare CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage silver plated brooch is from the Christmas collection of 2007. In the back, you can see the embossed inscription "Noel 2007" with the signature CL...
Category

20th Century French Baroque Brooches

Materials

Other, Mixed Metal

M. Buccellati Vintage Diamond Gold Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Diamond Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin Presenting a collectible Butterfly brooch by Buccellati with a Natural elongated Pear Diamond and Ruby Eyes Created by Mario Bucce...
Category

1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Tutti Frutti Lovers Bench Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Charming and whimsical, this retro brooch by the French jeweler Cartier is known as the iconic Tutti Frutti Lovers Bench brooch. Crafted of 18K yellow gold, the brooch features a min...
Category

20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Bird Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 11.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.27 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Vintage Maple Leaf Golden Brooch Pin
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful design by famed designer Tiffany & Co. The brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and shows exquisite detail. Simple & elegant the brooch depicts a golden maple leaf and is s...
Category

1970s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Poodle Pin
Located in New Orleans, LA
This delightful gold poodle brooch showcases the more whimsical side of the legendary French jeweler Cartier. The playful yet elegant brooch features an 18K gold poodle sitting at at...
Category

20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Poodle Pin
Cartier Poodle Pin
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Cherny Cultured Pearl Diamond 18-karat Scarecrow Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cherny cultured pearl, diamond, and 18-karat scarecrow brooch. The scarecrow is wearing a textured gold suit with diamond cuffs on the jacket's arms...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Agate, Yellow Gold, W...

Vintage Natural Jade & Diamond Brooch GIA cert. 14K gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Unique Vintage pin/brooch contains two natural color Pierced carving Translucent Jadeite Jades (please check GIA certificate picture for details. Jade measurements are: 26.80x14.31x5...
Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Retro Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

1970s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. This original retro brooch is formed from a stylized and chiseled ribbon which is tied. The clasp is a pin with safety pump. He...
Category

1970s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage 3D Wavy Feather Leaf Emerald Amethyst Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Rare to find. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed on the back. Size: 6.0 cm x 3.5 cm. Weight...
Category

1960s German Baroque Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Gold and Enamel Puss in Boots Brooch
Located in Milano, IT
Original "Puss in Boots" brooch handcrafted in 18K yellow gold with fire enamel. Produced by expert goldsmiths circa 1980 with attention to detail and chiseled and engraved by hand. ...
Category

1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Satin Rose Motif Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rose Motif Flower Pin meticulously crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. This intricate design features a captivating wire-brushed satin finish, adding depth and texture to the pi...
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20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch A 14-karat gold brooch set with 21 round cut diamonds, 4 round cut rubies, and 4 square cut rubies Circa 1940's Measurements: 2.25" x 2"
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

White gold brooch with diamonds 1960
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous vintage brooch made in 1960 in 18K white gold with 24 diamonds for about 0.50 ctw. Questa raffinata spilla si fissa sul retro con un perno incernierato e una chiusura di sic...
Category

20th Century European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

MB BOUCHER STERLING GOLD PAVE and corall Cabochons curling leaf brooch, 1946's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
MARCEL BOUCHER a Parisian who had previously worked as a jewelier for Carier and later as a designer for Trifari, started his own company BOUCHER in the 1930's in New York. Rare an ...
Category

1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Diamonds, Platinum 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 ...
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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pearl, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold Dancer 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 TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Fashion dancer brooch...
Category

1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Natural No Heat Blue Yellow Sapphire Platinum Floral Bouquet Lapel Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Depicting a vividly colored floral bouquet with diamond-swathed, romantically scrolled stems and precious blue and yellow color flowers attached with a free flowing diamond ribbon. This 1960s Retro vintage flower...
Category

1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Green Enamel Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turtle Brooch impeccably crafted in carved 18k yellow gold, adorned with vibrant green enamel, and embellished with ten round brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.60 carats. Brooch has a tube pin with safety catch closure. This exquisite piece is not only a testament to timeless design but also comes hallmarked with metal content. Brooch Specifications Brand: Unbranded Style: Vintage Hallmarks: 18K Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 13.3 grams Number of Diamonds: 10 Diamond Shape: Round Diamond Carat Weight: 0.60 Approx. Length: 1.75" Width: 0.94" Condition: Good, Minor enamel discoloration. Package Includes Wooden Brooch...
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20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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 ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Poodle Brooch/Pin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Poodle Motif Brooch, a delightful piece finely crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. This charming creation showcases a playful poodle motif adorned with a mix of single-cut diamo...
Category

20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gol...

Big Coral, Onyx, Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and White Gold 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 ...
Category

1970s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Spilla farfalla con smalto in oro giallo
Located in Milano, IT
Elegante spilla d'epoca a forma di farfalla realizzata in oro giallo 18 carati. Le ali sono smaltate a fuoco in più colori. Realizzata a mano in Italia nel ...
Category

1970s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage ScorpionDiamond Coral 18 Karat Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Scorpions symbolize ardency, rebirth and protection, so bring some passion and transformation in your life with this stunning Vintage Diamond 18K Gold Scorpion Oval Cabochon Pin Broo...
Category

1960s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro 18kt Yellow Gold Vineyard Leaf Brooch with Pearls
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Retro 18kt Yellow Gold Vineyard Leaf Brooch with Pearls is a exquisite piece of jewelry that reflects the design aesthetics of the Retro era, which typically refers to the period...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron 18kt. yellow gold and platinum retro brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Boucheron 18kt. yellow gold and platinum retro brooch, set with 1.41 carats of old - cut and round brilliant diamonds. Designer: Boucheron Made in France, Circa 1940 - 1950's Hall...
Category

1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Platinum

1950s Retro Mikimoto Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful 1950s Retro Mikimoto pearl brooch made in sterling silver. The brooch features four, 4.50-5.50mm round pearls that are ...
Category

1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Diamond GIA Natural Sapphire 18K Gold Flower Bouquet Clip Brooch-pin
Located in Miami, FL
Summon fall into your life each day with this delightful Vintage Diamond & Multi Stone 18K Gold Flower Bouquet Clip. This lovely RetroVintage retro Di...
Category

1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

White Stones Sapphire Diamond Pearl Gold Butterfly 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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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diam...

Bochic “Capri” Amethyst & Tourmaline, Pearl Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Amethyst & Tourmaline, Pearl Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Amethyst Square cut - 14 Carat Natural Multi Color Ro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Casa Prieto 5.25 Inch Bird of Paradise Brooch Turquoise Mid Century Mexico
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Casa Prieto Mexican Sterling Silver and natural Turquoise Brooch in the form of a magnificent Bird of Paradise with a Heart on a...
Category

20th Century Mexican Retro Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Rare Cartier Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise 2.4 Inch Spray Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Eighteen Karat Gold Rare Ruby Turquoise Mid-Century, Circa: 1960s, Spray Brooch ,Hallmarks: Cartier, 18k, Italy, 6433, is a stunning piece of jewelry designed by the prestigious Cartier brand. The brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features a unique spray design with rare rubies and turquoise gemstones. The rubies and turquoise stones are arranged in a way that resembles a spray of flowers or leaves, giving the brooch a natural and organic look. The rubies are a rich red color and are known for their rarity and beauty, while the turquoise stones are a bright blue-green color that adds a pop of color to the piece. This brooch is a mid-century design, which means it was likely created in the 1950s or 1960s. The mid-century period was known for its bold and innovative designs, and this brooch is no exception. It is a unique and eye-catching piece that is sure to make a statement. Cartier is a luxury brand that is known for its high-quality and exquisite jewelry. The Eighteen Karat Gold Rare Ruby Turquoise Mid-Century Spray Brooch is a testament to their expertise and craftsmanship. It is a one-of-a-kind piece that would be a valuable addition to any jewelry collation. According to the magazine Watch Time, Cartier, Rolex and Patek...
Category

1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Opal, Sapphire & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Opal, Sapphire & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue Opal from Australia - 11 Carat Blue Sapphire from Sri Lanka - 15 Carat Red Ruby from Burma - 9 Carat T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Yellow Gold and Silver Brooch with Emeralds Diamonds and Rubies 1920
Located in Milano, IT
Extraordinary antique brooch dating from about 1920 hand-created in silver and 18k yellow gold with 78 diamonds, 94 emeralds and 24 rubies. It is definitely a finely crafted unique b...
Category

Early 20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Mid Century 1950s 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.35 Carat Diamond Bow Shape Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an elegant bow shape pin brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with PT900. Circa 1950. The piece features 19 diamonds: round brilliant cut, TW 0.35ct, RW-W, SI. H...
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Circular Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Circular Diamond Stick Pin. Simple and beautiful design featuring eight brilliant-cut diamonds set in white gold. The diamonds me...
Category

1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Lacoste Yellow Gold Alligator Stick Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Lacoste Yellow Gold Alligator Stick Pin. This little fellow has a highly textured body, it's mouth is open and the teeth are visible. The pin measures 8 x 15mm. The total le...
Category

1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Spilla in Oro e Smalto Risciò
Located in Milano, IT
Originale spilla "risciò orientale" lavorata a mano in oro giallo 18 carati con smalto a fuoco. Prodotta da esperti orafi nella seconda metà del XX secolo curata nei particolari cese...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio dits Meller, 18k Gold & Rock Crystal 'Doorknocker' Brooch, C.1940
Located in Paris, FR
Mellerio dits Meller, Paris A stunning 18k Gold & Rock Crystal Brooch, Circa 1940. The brooch is design as a stylized 'Doorknocker', displaying a wonderful contrast between rock crystal and yellow gold. A rare piece from Mellerio dits Meller, the oldest Jewelry...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Opal & Multi Color Sapphire Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Opal & Multi Color Sapphire Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver White Ethiopian Opal - 17 Carat Blue Australian Opal - 2 Cara...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphir...

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Color Enamel Leaf Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful plique a jour enamel leaf brooch in 14K yellow gold with vibrant colors. Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 9.2 Grams Measurements: 60mm ...
Category

1970s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Emerald Ruby Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.5 grams. Diamond totally is about 0.06 carat. Totally is Ruby Sapphire And Emerald about 0.70 carat. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this very cute colourful bird brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with a lovely small ruby eye and decorated with Blue, Green enamel feathers. Two of the blue enam...
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Late 20th Century Belgian Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Retro 14K Brooch/Clip in the Style of Mauboussian
Located in New York, NY
A classic French Retro Clip/ Brooch in the style of Mauboussian. Measuring approx. 2 1/4" x 1 3/4", 21.5 dwt.
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Elegant naturalist 14kt. Gold and brilliant white diamond brooch (1.25 CT)
Located in New Orleans, LA
Elegant naturalist 14kt. Gold and brilliant white G-J SI-I diamonds of approximately 1.25 CTs. The workmanship on this brooch is beautifully restrained relying elegant line and poli...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

Spilla farfalla con diamanti e smalto in oro giallo
Located in Milano, IT
Meravigliosa spilla d'epoca a forma di farfalla realizzata principalmente in oro giallo 18 carati con alcuni inseriti in oro bianco sempre 18 carati. Le ali sono smaltate e il corpo ...
Category

1970s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, White Gold

Retro Brooch With 40 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine in Rose Gold in Scrolling Mount
Located in New York, NY
This Bold and glamorous brooch features a 40 carat emerald cut citrine set in a 18k rose gold scrolling mount. It is fitted for a brooch and also a chain can be looped through to mak...
Category

1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Rose Gold

Alfred Phillipe for Trifari Large Key Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Alfred Phillipe for Trifari large key brooch of rose gold plated base metal, crystal rhinestone pave, cold black enamel and a focal faux ruby cabocho...
Category

1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Vintage Sapphire & Turquoise Gemstone Rooster Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch depicts a rooster with fine details seen throughout. Multiple polish textures makes this item feel almost lifelike. The brooch...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Stick Pin. This lovely pin features twenty round bead and bezel-set diamonds. There are sixteen 1.56mm diamonds and...
Category

1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

10.72 Carats Round Brilliant Cognac and White Diamonds White Gold Dogwood Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This dogwood brooch is glistening with 343 round brilliant cognac and white Diamonds! The Diamonds combine for a total weight of 10.72 carats set in 18...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Spilla in oro giallo e bianco con diamanti 1960
Located in Milano, IT
Splendida spilla d'epoca a forma di corona realizzata nel 1960 circa in oro giallo e bianco 18 carati. I petali in oro bianco sono impreziositi da 36 diamanti per circa 0.70 ctw. avv...
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20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro .95 Ct G VVS Diamond and Coral 18 KT Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb vintage brooch is 1945 ca Italian origin Arrow design adorned with a natural Coral element interlaced in between Set with brilliant cut Diamonds for .95 Ct altogether G V...
Category

1940s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond and Platinum Brooch. Elevate your style with this captivating Diamond and Platinum Brooch, adorned with a mesmerizing combination of diamonds. Featuring a brilliant 2.25-car...
Category

Late 20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Green Enamel Vintage Garavelli Frog 1.30 Inch 18 Karat Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The vintage frog brooch signed Garavelli is a charming and exquisite piece of jewelry. Crafted with great attention to detail, this brooch showcases the skill and artistry of the ren...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire And White Diamond Bouquet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Journey back in time to the opulent 20th century with this exquisite Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, and White Diamond Bouquet Brooch. A harmonious medley of gemstones adorns this vintage m...
Category

20th Century Indian Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Spilla in Platino e Diamanti Cane Airedale
Located in Milano, IT
Adorabile spilla di cane Airedale lavorata a mano in platino con incastonati su tutto il corpo 60 diamanti di 1.5 carati circa. Prodotta da esperti orafi nel 1970 circa. La spilla ha...
Category

1970s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro Cartier 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Pyramid Dress Clips
Located in Venice, CA
These 14k gold Cartier dress clips are a classic Retro pyramid design. The clips consist of half-circles of yellow and rose gold in four alternating bands—a perfect example of the streamlined and machinelike motifs seen during the Industrial Revolution that influenced retro designs. The backs of the clips contain sturdy pins that open up as clips and are strong enough to pierce thick fabric. The clips can be used for their original purpose, or for a contemporary look, worn as a pendant on a thick chain. Dress clips came into fashion in the 1920’s and were extremely popular until they were replaced by the singular brooch of the 1950’s. During their heyday, dress clips were an essential jewelry staple among women, who were influenced by the movie stars and fashion icons they saw on the big screen. They were worn in pairs along the neckline or straps of a dress, or could be used to clip furs and other accessories in place. The clips are marked with “Cartier” and “14K” and contain the serial number. They measure approximately 1.5” x .75”. Combined, they weigh 13 grams. The pair can be worn as clips, brooches, or as a pendant facing multiple directions. Pictured here on a Vintage 14K Gold Omega...
Category

1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

14k 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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