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Brooches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Early 2000s
Iradj Moini Crescent Brooche
Located in Stamford, CT
A Iradj Moini gemstone adorned gilt metal crescent shaped brooche with four dangling small cut crystal teardrops along with three dangling larger carved gemstone teardrops.
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1990s American Brooches

Pesce ciondolo snodato smaltato in oro giallo 1960
Located in Milano, IT
Affascinante ciondolo a forma di pesce realizzato a mano in Italia tra il 1960 e 1970. Presenta un realistico pesce con corpo articolato che permette di imitare i movimenti acquatici naturali di un pesce. Il corpo è in oro giallo...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1940s Multi-Stone Yellow Gold Heart Moon Horse Carriage Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 7.4 Grams Stone (2-4.5 mm): Sapphire, Ruby, Moonstone Measurements: 55.7 x 35.5 mm Hallmark: 14K Item #: BR-942-042023-02
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1940s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin. Very pretty white and yellow gold with pave-set round diamonds on the body. There are thirty-five 1.6mm round diamonds with a carat total we...
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1990s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carnelian and Marcasite beetle brooch, sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A wonderful vintage Art Deco revival beetle brooch. The style is reminiscent of the Egyptian revival jewellery of the Art Deco era. It is...
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Late 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Art Deco 20.00 Carat Carved Ruby Diamond Brooch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Art Deco brooch is circa 1930 and is set with approximately 20 carats of carved rubies in gold and Platinum. The approximately 1.25 carats of diamonds (G-H color, VS-SI clarity) are set in platinum. This brooch is large at over 2" long and 1" wide. It would also look stunning as a pendant hanging from a gold chain (we do this with a lot of our brooches and they look fabulous). This brooch is lovely and rare, as most carved gemstones from the Deco period have not survived. Weight: 24.00 grams Stones: Carved ruby leaves, approx. 20 carats Stones...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

1960's Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cat Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized cat head with dimensional wire whiskers With an engraved linear fur texture throughout Featuring transitional cut diamonds prong set as eyes Weighing approxima...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GUY LAROCHE Vintage Jewelled Gold Tone Brooch
Located in Nice, FR
GUY LAROCHE vintage gold tone brooch embellished with clear crystals. Embossed GUY LAROCHE Paris. Indicative measurements : max. height approx. 5.8 cm (2.28 inches) / max width app...
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

1980s Christian Dior Enameled Butterfly Paper Clip Brooch
Located in London, GB
This 1980s Christian Dior Enameled Butterfly Silver Money Clip that van be worn also as a brooch, a sophisticated, tasteful accessory that exude...
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Leaf Motif Vintage Brooch - Yellow Gold 18k Botanical Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Design: Leaf Motif Era: Vintage Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Clasp Theme: Botanical Measurements Tal...
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20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Peretti Diamond Platinum 18k Gold Nature Brooch
Located in Bellmore, NY
Experience the epitome of natural elegance with this exquisite Vintage Tiffany & Co. Peretti Diamond-set Platinum and 18k Gold Chives Brooch, a true testament to the enduring creativ...
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1990s Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Bee Pin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow and white gold diamond "Bee" pin, containing 60 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing 1.60cts and 2 round ruby eyes weighing .10pts.
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Hermes Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Paris 18kt Yellow Gold Estate Pin-- a timeless and rare piece from Hermes Paris Circa 1960's. From the H&H Estate and Vintage Collection, luxuriously crafted from 18kt yello...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Enamel Freshwater Pearl Gold Dragon Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Three dimensional green 14k yellow gold enamel dragon freshwater pearl brooch. Approx 67 4mm fine white Chinese freshwater cultured pearls, few ble...
Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Hand Made 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Brooch
Located in Birmingham, AL
Absolutely StunningBrooch! This is a handmade Vintage piece that features a beautiful 130 carat amethyst at the center that measures 1 inch by 1.25 inch. The amethyst is surrounded ...
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20th Century Unknown Modernist Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold

1950s 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Bow Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14K Yellow Gold - 14 = .85 TW Round Cut Rubies - 12.41 Grams - 1950s This is a stunning bow pin from the 1950s made in 14k yellow gold with vibrant round cut rubies. The bow design pin was incredibly made, with bold 14k yellow gold borders and linked chains of 14k yellow gold running between. This design excellently displays the bow design, while also giving it more life- like characteristics, but also keeps the pin lightweight for its size, perfect for an all days wear. To make this bow come to life, the centerpiece "knot" is made up of a row of raised, round cut 14 rubies, each with a .85 tw. The combination of ruby with yellow gold...
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1950s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5-7 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5-7 mm M323 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 8 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in siz...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Satyr Head Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with the enchanting David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Satyr Diamond Face Brooch. This estate piece, measuring 2.2 inch...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1950's 14K Yellow Gold Diagonal Ribbed Open Circle Brooch/Pin
Located in beverly hills, CA
A charming vintage 14K gold open circle pin with diagonal "engine turn" detail throughout. The back of the pin is stamped "14K" gold purity mark. Measures 1.25 inches and weighing 4....
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

"Giardinetto" Brooch 18kt Gold and Precious Stones
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The "Giardinetto" Brooch is a stunning piece of jewelry crafted from 18kt gold and adorned with an exquisite array of precious stones, including diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emer...
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20th Century Dutch Artisan Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Art Deco 18 Karat Art Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Brooch Pendant. This absolutely stunning piece features two emerald-cut green emeralds, a step-cut diamond and one hundred thirty ro...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Fluted Retro Swirl Ribbon Fan Brooch
Located in beverly hills, CA
Crafted in warm 18K yellow gold, it features a lustrous finish that adds a touch of elegance. The understated design is enhanced by a fluted surface, creating a striking visual impac...
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 'Try God' Lapel Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, inspirational lapel pin. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the form of the words: 'Try God'. Simply a wonderful pin from Tiffany! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age. Fineness: Marked 925 for sterling silver fineness. Marks: Marked for Tiffany & Co. / 925 Measurements: Height: ca. 13mm Width: ca. 15mm Depth: ca. 10mm Weight: ca. 2.9 g Items purchased...
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20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Mazer, Joseph Wuyts Whispering Angel Jabot Pin
Located in New York, NY
Rare Mazer, Joseph Wuyts Whispering Angel Jabot Pin from 1940's USA of gilt metal with pave accents. Rare collectable series from Mazer. 3.5" x .5".
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Art Deco French Brooch Pendant Gold 18 kt amethyst Topaz French Rose Aquamarine
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
One of a kind necklace or brooch or pendant holder, Art Deco style, French high quality jewelry, 70s SXX. With a rectangular and convex profile on 18 kt ...
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Topaz, 18k Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Resin Cabochon Maltese Cross Brooch Pendant
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold tone textured Maltese cross brooch/pendant featuring a light yellowish topaz color poured resin cabochon in the center. Can be worn as a pendant. Em...
Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Bar Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Bar Brooch/Pin. This absolutely gorgeous pin features seventeen round diamonds, nine graduate diamonds are bezel set across the center and eight are bead se...
Category

1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Crown Trifari 1950s Blossom White Pearls Flower Fruit Leaf Openwork Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 5.5*3.8 cm. Weight: 14 g. Crown Trifari c...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Roden Brothers Sterling Silver Enamel Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique gilt sterling silver pin brooch by Roden Bros Silver Ltd., a Canadian brand active from 1891 to 1953. A frame-shaped piece decorated with green and white enamel in ribbon ...
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20th Century Canadian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Sculpted 3D Vivid Rose Flower Blossom Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition and very new. Rare to find this excellent 1964 year brooch. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure. S...
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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Krementz .60 Carat Sapphire Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Krementz Art Deco flower flower brooch. 14k Rose, green, and yellow gold with 1 cabochon sapphire. 5 rose leaves, 3 green leaves and yellow stems. 1 genuine cabochon Sapphir...
Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Designer Nolan Miller Signed Vintage Sparkling Crystal Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Signed Nolan Miller Designer Blue and Clear Crystal Dragonfly Brooch. Hand set with a myriad of Sparkling Crystals in blue and clear....
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Wolfers Freres Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Brooch, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This Wolfers Freres brooch from the 1950s has been crafted from 18 carat yellow gold set with grain set diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. The fox design features two 0.01ct ...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

18K Gold Pearl Diamond Emerald Flamingo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18K yellow gold figural pin brooch representing a flamingo. The piece is garnished with round and baroque natural pearls, emerald cabochons, and cut diamonds. The eye of th...
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant #15311
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant brooch features a lovely lady in profile set in beautifully detailed 10K yellow gold. Size: 38.8 mm x 32 mm Weight:...
Category

1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

10k Gold

Pair of Pins Clips Ear Studs Baby Ducks Emerald Sapphire Ruby
Located in Geneva, CH
Lovely pair of baby Ducks Pins, could be worn as Clips Ear studs on yellow gold. Emerald cabochon, Sapphire and Ruby beads and Diamond rose-cut. Size: 0.5...
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1960s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Brooch 15.6g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Brooch 15.6gr 18k yellow gold vintage diamond brooch. The brooch is a leaf design, set with a row of small single...
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch CARTIER Bird, Yellow Gold, Rose Coral, Chrysoprase, Ruby, Blue Enamel
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Brooch Cartier Bird is a stunning piece of jewelry crafted by the renowned luxury jewelry brand, Cartier. This brooch features an intricate design t...
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Late 20th Century French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Coral, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Movado Yellow Gold Heart Infinity Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Movado Yellow Gold Heart Infinity Brooch. The heart is made of a tubular shaped gold with an infinity loop interlocked diagonally across the hea...
Category

Early 2000s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Original Circa 1960s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Flowers Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 27.1 grams. Totally about 6.70 carat diamond. The diamond has S1-S2-S3-Pique1 clarity and G-H-I-J color. Please contact for any questions.
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1960s Turkish Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Art Deco 1920 Platinum European Diamond 0.60 Carat Natural Pearl 1.4 Inch Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Natural Pearl Brooch is a stunning piece of jewelry that combines classic elegance with bold, geometric lines. The brooch is crafted from platinum, ...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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...
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage 1970s Onyx, Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage onyx, 0.08 carat diamond and 14k yellow gold pendant/brooch; part of our vintage brooches collection. This fine and impressive vintage onyx brooch/pendant has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. This iconic Art Deco brooch is embellished with an impressive collet set onyx panel, bearing a tiered geometric carved design. The lower portion of the setting is ornamented with two offset stepped panels, ornamented to the centre with seven pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds. This brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and safety clasp fastening. This versatile vintage onyx brooch may also be worn as a pendant, suspends from a contemporary 9k yellow gold 18'' curb chain via the incorporated loop to the reverse, securing to the reverse with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring. This impressive vintage brooch/pendant is hallmarked to the reverse with the 14k gold mark 585 and the maker's mark (EE). This stunning vintage black onyx brooch...
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1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Christian Lacroix Ruby Crystal Heart Turquoise Beaded Pearls Coral Wings Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Red Ruby Crystal Heart Love Turquoise Beaded Pearls Coral Wings Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. A very beautiful brooch, si...
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Spilla a forma di agrifoglio con perle in oro giallo
Located in Milano, IT
Splendida spilla a forma di agrifoglio con 4 perle di mare di 4 mm / 0.157 inches. Realizzata, intagliata ed incisa a mano in oro giallo 18 carati da esperti orafi. Prodotta fra il 1...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1960 Vintage Trio Circle Interlocked Spiral Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
100% Genuine. Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. Safety-catch pin closure, signed GROSSE 1960 on the back. Size: 2.7 cm x 2.7 cm. Weight:...
Category

1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Piccola spilla farfalla con smalto in oro giallo
Located in Milano, IT
Elegante e graziosa piccola spilla d'epoca a forma di farfalla realizzata in oro giallo 18 carati. Le ali sono smaltate a fuoco in più colori sulle tonalità dal giallo al marrone. Re...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Marlin Fish Reverse Painting Intaglio Crystal Brooch Pin
Located in Fairfield, CT
This vintage brooch is crafted from 14 karat yellow gold and features a reverse painting intaglio of a marlin. The depicted scene showcases an active marlin leaping dynamically from ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum & Diamond Dolphin Brooch with Emerald Eye
Located in Birmingham, AL
This is a Stunning Dolphin Brooch! Made in Platinum and features two carats of pave set, round , brilliant cut Diamonds. The diamonds are H-I color and Vs clarity. This beauty all fe...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Shell Cameo Brooch Young Lady
Located in Chesterland, OH
Art Deco Cameo Brooch. Fabulously carved cameo brooch made at the beginning of the 20th century, during the Art Deco era (1920-1940). It depicts ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Silver

Antique Cinnabar Pin / Brooch - Tooled Brass Trim & Back - China - Circa 1920's
Located in Chatham, CA
Antique brooch with carved cinnabar lacquer panel - tooled brass edge and back - c clasp and pin - unsigned - China - circa 1920's. Excellent antique condition - no loss - no damage...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style Lapis Lazuli Cat Brooch, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This quirky art deco style brooch takes the form of a cat. The body is made up of a cabochon cut lapis lazuli, which has a vibrant blue colour. The outline ...
Category

1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Hermès Does and Dogs Forming an H Brooch in Golden Metal
Located in FR
Beautiful Authentic Hermès Brooch Pattern: Does and Dogs Forming an H We can find this pattern on the Hermès Scarf called "Alphabet III", designed by Annie Faivre in 1990 Made of ...
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1990s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Other

Brooch Heraldic Lily in 18 Kt Gold, Rubies Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Heraldic Lily brooch in 18 kt gold, rubies and diamonds. Brooch holding a fleur-de-lys design punctuated with a pavé of rubies and brilliant-cut and 8/8 diamonds. Setting in 18K yell...
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Early 2000s European Baroque Brooches

Materials

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

Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Matte CC Mini CC Large Brooch
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Matte CC Mini CC Large Brooch * Marked Season 29 and 1263 * Made in France -It is approximately 1.25" x 1.75". -There are some color changing. -In a go...
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Tiffany & Co. Umbrella Brooch Pin in Diamonds & 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
This whimsical three dimensional umbrella brooch by Tiffany & Co. is expertly crafter in 18 karat yellow gold, with diamond rain drops falling from the...
Category

1990s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Eyes Fly Brooch Pin Large Size
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 15.3grams Pin Measurements: 1.5 inches x 1.5 inches Condition: Excellent
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14k Gold Circa 1970s Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Original Vintage item about 60 years old. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Total weight 15.7 grams. Totally 0.90 carat diamond. The Diamond has s1-s2-s3-Pique...
Category

1970s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k 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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