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Brooches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Mid-20th Century
Vintage Christian Lacroix Statement Heart Limited Edition 'Noel 1991' Brooch
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An iconic piece of fashion history, a Vintage Christian Lacroix Heart Brooch, a limited edition piece designed for Noel 1991. Statement in scale this beauty if exquisitely crafted an...
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1990s Brooches

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Tritone Rope Twist Diamond Vintage 2 Inch Brooch #145124
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Gold Tritone Rope Twist Design Diamond Brooch signed Cartier, 750, #145124, measuring 2.05 inch in length – a true masterpiece that embodies elegance, craftsmanship, and timeless allure. This opulent brooch showcases Cartier's renowned expertise in fine jewelry, making it a coveted addition to any discerning collector's or fashion enthusiast's collection. Crafted from lustrous 18 Karat gold, this brooch boasts a mesmerizing tritone design, artfully intertwining yellow, white, and rose gold strands to create a captivating rope twist pattern. The three-tone combination adds depth and dimension to the piece, reflecting the utmost sophistication. Adding an enchanting touch, a series of dazzling diamonds graces the brooch, carefully hand-set in the meticulously crafted rope twist design. These brilliant diamonds catch the light at every angle, creating a mesmerizing display of sparkle and adding an extra level of luxury to the already captivating piece. The brooch's generous size and meticulously detailed design ensure it becomes the focal point of any outfit, elevating it to new levels of elegance. Whether worn on a chic lapel, a classic black dress, or used to fasten an elegant scarf, this brooch exudes unparalleled refinement and elevates the wearer's style effortlessly. Not only is this Vintage Cartier brooch...
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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Platinum Topped 14K Gold & Garnet Gemstone Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian stickpin In 14k gold with a platinum frame to the head. Bezel-set with a richly colored oval-cut garnet gemstone. Simply...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Platinum

Cecilia Tono Mexican Sterling Silver Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Mexican modernist 925 Sterling Silver figural jewelry brooch designed by Cecilia Tono. The brooch is made in the shape of a bird, inlaid with various semi precious stones, and encrusted with a large blue stone to the center. Marked with a 925 Sterling Silver hallmark, a Cecilia Tono mark, and numbered, 89, on the backside. Circa: Mid to the late 20th century. Vintage and Modern Ethnic...
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Mid-20th Century Native American Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian - Art Deco Diamond Stick Pin with Old European & Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Danvers, MA
Dating to the late Edwardian into the Art Deco period, this super sparkly, elegant stickpin or cravat pin is in wonderful condition and ready to wear, but would also be very lovely c...
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20th Century European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Chanel Gold Tone Gilt Metal CC Logo Lava Brooch 95A
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel Reference: JW431 Measurement : 4.0cm x 3.0cm Material: Gilt Metal Year: 95A Made in France Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-owned therefore ...
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

1960s Star Sapphire, Peridot and Diamond Winking Cat Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1960s Metal Type: 14 Karat Gold Weight: 10.8 grams Dimensions: 1.75 inch Height x 1 inch Width Whimsical Cat Brooch featuring a combination of sapphire, peridot and diamonds...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Peridot, Star Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Art Deco Filigree Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Brooch. Beautifully Hand crafted in Platinum and Hand set with Diamonds weighing approx. 1.7...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Large Glow Swirl Sculpted Abstract Modernist Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Excellent condition. Gold plated. 100% Genuine. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Givenchy on the back. Size: 4.1 cm x 3.5 cm. Weight: 21.0 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come...
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1980s French British Colonial Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1966 Vintage Vivid Starfish Pentagram White Pearl Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Signed at the rear. Size: 4.0 cm x 3.8 cm. Weight: 5.0 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes t...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1930s Clip Mates Ribbon White Whole Crystals Dress Silver Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Trifari costume jewelry of the late-1930s included Clip-Mates, their version of the double clip brooch. The setting is rhodium-plated. This p...
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1930s American Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver

Boucheron Retro Diamond Leaf 18K Gold Brooch circa 1945
Located in Goettingen, DE
Boucheron Retro Diamond Leaf 18K Gold Brooch circa 1945 This classically elegant and very representative diamond brooch was created by the Parisian luxury jeweler Boucheron around 1...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian c1920's Semi-Black Crystal Opal, Old-Cut Diamond, 15K Gold Bar Brooch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Bar Brooch is dating from Edwardian circa 1920's period, yet it's in beautiful condition ~~ Of lovely bar design, it centers a bezel...
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1920s English Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Platinum, 15k Gold

Tiffany & Company 18k Gold and Citrine " Fireworks" Brooch and Earrings Set
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very interesting set absolutely does conjure up the feeling of fireworks exploding and lighting up the evening sky. Crafted from 18k yellow gold with rich Rio Madera natural Cit...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

German 1925 Art Deco Enameled No-3 Greyhound Dog Pin Brooch In Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco greyhound dog brooch with number 3. Beautiful and very stylish greyhound dog brooch, created in Germany during the art deco period, back in ...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

1900 Edwardian 14K Rose Gold .20ct Old Mine Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1900 Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: .20ct Cut: Old Mine Color: I Clarity: VS Pin Measurements:...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Matching Diamond Clips Circa 1925
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of matching Art Deco diamond and platinum clips c.1925, each of triangular form and openwork design set with a mix of different diamond cuts including round, baguett...
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Early 20th Century English Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Bow Design Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Bow Design Vintage Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels. Details: Weight: 26 grams Measurements: 43mm x 22mm Stamped Hallmarks: VCA 750 DR01.00YG ...
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond Enamel Flower Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Large beautiful design flower boasting exquisite top quality past craftsmanship made of solid 18KT white and rose gold. Three dimensional multi petals adorned by Turquoise and Auberg...
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1940s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Art Deco Opal & Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Opal & Diamond Brooch A platinum and 18 karat white gold brooch set with a center black opal weighing approximately 7.75 carats framed by approxim...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Cartier New York GIA Certified 11.24 Carat Old Mine Cushion Diamond Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Cartier Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Brooch featuring a matching pair of important Old Mine Cut Diamonds weighing 5.60 carats and 5.64 carats. Both accompanied by a GIA report stating that they are H color VS1 and H color VS2 clarity. This brooch comes with an Expertise letter from IAJA (international Antique Jewelers...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Platinum Tourmaline & Diamond Brooch
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Antique Platinum Tourmaline and Вiamonds Brooch Period: Circa 1920-1930 Big certified green tourmaline Two big diamonds: Over 2cts each Small Diamo...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, Platinum

Antonio Pineda Amethyst Pea Pod 970 Silver Masterpiece Taxco Brooch Circa 1960s
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Absolutely stunning, avante garde work of wearable art by Taxco, Mexico master silversmith Antonio Pineda! In top quality 970 purity silver, this circa 1960s brooch is in the whimsic...
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1960s Mexican Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Heart Pendant, 4.00 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming heart-shaped pendant from Tiffany & Co. hails from the Edwardian period. Approximately 4.00 carats of Old European-cut diamonds offer a striking brilliance to the creat...
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20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage gold tone leaf brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 33 ❤️❤️ VIN...
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20th Century Brooches

Antique Stick Pin with Carved Opal Bust of a Man attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian stick pin. With a finely carved opal bust of a Renaissance period man wearing a feathered cap & full beard (possi...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Swarovski Vintage Classic Crystal Iconic Swan Yellow Women Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Size: 1.8*1.5 cm. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girl...
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1990s Austrian Classical Greek Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Rock Crystal Black Onyx Diamond Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Dazzled By Pattern This vintage brooch is 1945/50 ca – Italian origin Stunning geometric circle shape supported by extra elements on sides, hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold, Italian hallmarks Vintage Rock Crystal Black Onyx and Diamond brooches...
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Mid-20th Century European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Jewelcraft Gold Plated Textured Brooch and Earrings with Rhinestones circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
Jewelcraft gold plated textured brooch and clip on earrings, set with rhinestones. The brooch measures 5.4 cm / 2.1 inches by 4.3 cm / 1.7 inches. The earrings are 2.7 cm / 1 inch by...
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1960s English Vintage Brooches

Art Deco Sapphire, Diamond And Platinum Bow Brooch, Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond brooch, designed as a figure of eight or bow, set with old-cut and eight-cut diamonds and calibre cut sapphires, mounted in platinum. Estimated total...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Hallmarked Hattie Carnegie Brooch With Gilt Metal, Green, Blue Glass
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning vintage hallmarked Hattie Carnegie pin/ brooch can be angled or placed straight on. The gilt metal filigree work is surrounded by blue a...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique Enamel Heart Shaped Locket Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Emerald Heart Shaped Blue Enamel Locket Brooch An 18 karat and 14 karat gold brooch featuring a heart shaped locket. The brooch is set wi...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Dunay Architectural Brooch in 18k Gold and Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage Dunay gold and diamond brooch evokes images of the Greek Parthenon or perhaps the ancient Roman Forum. It is large, measuring in ...
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Late 20th Century American Classical Greek Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Demantoid Garnet Diamond and Pearl Pin Penda
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 18K Yellow Gold Demantoid Garnet Diamond and Pearl Pin Pendant. This beautiful pin and pendant is crafted in 18k y...
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Cat's face Diamond Emerald Brooch Early 20th Century
Located in Geneva, CH
Cat's face Brooch set with Diamond and Emerald on brass (not tested). Early 20th Century. Dimensions: Height: 3.70 centimeters. Width: 4.00 centimeters. Thickness: approx. 1.20 cen...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Brass

Trifari Sterling Vermeil Retro Aquamarine Suite
Located in New York, NY
Striking Trifari Sterling Vermeil Retro Aquamarine Suite from the 1940's. Central aquamarine paste design with pave trimmed leaf forms. Brooch 2.5 x 1...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

18Kt gold Whale brooch with Australian baroque pearl and black diamond
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
18Kt gold Whale brooch with Australian baroque pearl and black diamond This jacket pin was inspired by observing this very uniquely shaped Australian baroque pearl. The added element...
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20th Century Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Classic Textured Wave Gold Leaf Pin Brooch Metal
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. It has a push on stud for securing to garment. Signed on the back YSL, Made in France. A...
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1980s German Rococo Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Seaman Schepps Aquamarine, Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Seaman Schepps aquamarine, diamond and" synthetic ruby" brooch in platinum and base metal. Circa 1945. The brooch features rectangluar step cut aqua...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Chanel Gold Tone Gilt Metal CC Logo Lapis Stone Brooch 95A, 1995
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel Reference: JW432 Measurement : 5.5cm x 5.0cm Material: Gilt Metal & Lapis Stone Year: 95A Made in France Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-ow...
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Platinum Art Deco Onyx & 7.00ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1920s Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 16.5 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA Report# : 52229844958 Weight: 1.74 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Colo...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Castellani Agate Cameo 15kt Gold Stick Pin
Located in New York, NY
Etruscan style gold granulation frame in 15kt yellow gold stick pin that is centered by a contemporary round black and white agate (hardstone) cameo. The subject is an Ancient woman’...
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1990s English Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Agate, Gold, 15k Gold

1920 Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond Sapphire Oval Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1920 Item Details: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.6 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 0.02ct Cut: Old European Cut, Nautral Diamond Color: G ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

A mirrored glass and alousel brooch and earrings, Line Vautrin, France, 1960s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
This Talousel and mirrored glass brooch and earrings is a fine example of the later work of Line Vautrin from the 1960s. A most beautiful and unusual colour, each piece is truly artisan, made and assembled by hand. The delicate mirrored and resin elements are stacked or jumbled, on top of each other, to create an utterly delightful and original design, highly typical of this magical designer. An astounding artist, the truly individual Line Vautrin was named a ‘poetess in metal’ by Vogue magazine in 1948, starting her career in such prestigious surroundings, making buttons for Schiaparelli. She went on create some of the most extraordinary and individual jewellery, artists’ jewellery in very poetic and clever designs. These included necklace, brooches, bracelets and earrings, as well as boxes and other objets de vertu...
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1960s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

Estate Enamel Pearl Diamond Twin Lady bug brooches 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Sweet Lady bug Emblem of luck, fancy little flying creatures, inspired jewellery masters from Cartier to all majors jewellery makers, a signature lucky insect of timeless beauty Thes...
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1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Estate Celestial Star 3.75 Ct Round Brilliant G VVS Platinum brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Twinkling Star The celestial bodies have been powerful symbols since antiquity, sun moon and stars have been use adorn the mankind since antiquity This stunning mid century example s...
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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Embellished Stylised Palm Leaf Brooch 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stylish Vintage Dior Palm Leaf Brooch. Crafted gold plated metal and embellished with pave set chaton crystal stones. In very good vintage condition, signed, 7cms. A wonderfully we...
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20th Century Brooches

Van Cleef & Arpels 18KYG Rose de Noel Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Naples, FL
Experience the epitome of luxury with the Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noël Brooch. Crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this masterpiece captures the essence of elegance and grace. Ado...
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20th Century European Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Bow Brooch Diamond Platinum
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Bow Brooch Diamond, Platinum and Gold. Circa 1925. Dimensions: Length: 8.50 centimeters. Weight: 0.70 centimeters up to 1.00 centimeters. Thickness:...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Ole Bjørn Krüger, Danish sculptor and ceramicist. Eight unique brooches.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Ole Bjørn Krüger (1922-2007), Danish sculptor and ceramicist. Eight unique brooches in glazed stoneware in shades of blue. 1960s/70s. In excellent condition. Partially stamped "Denma...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Brooches

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Flower Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond weight is 10.88cts. Brooch dimensions: 2.4" x 2". Made of 18K Yellow Gold Platinum. Signed Tiffany, stamped 18K. Accompanied by an evaluation from Tiffany.
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1930s Art Deco Diamond Rock Crystal Platinum 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in platinum and 18 karats white gold, grotesque and owl hallmarks. Rectangular shaped, this beautiful art deco jewel is openworked with ribbons motifs, set with brilliant- cut...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Blush Pink Coral and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Holmdel, NJ
Estate, beautifully hand made Coral and Diamond Flower brooch in 18K yellow gold. This meticulously crafted brooch and pendant is design as a hand carved in blush pink coral five pe...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond

ArtDeco c1925 Bakelite TriColor RedBlueGreen Carved Ribbon Bow BrassPinBrooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique ArtDeco-period Bakelite rare three-color ribbon bow hand-blended-and-carved brooch. Given the colors, narrow style, texture and affixed brass pin...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Diamond Wreath Brooch
Located in Bethesda, MD
This Edwardian brooch is easy to wear with any outfit. • Metal: Platinum • Circa: 1910s • Gemstone: Diamonds • Diamonds: 5 OEC/OMC =approximately 2 cts 15 smal...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Diamond Tahitian Pearl Tanzanite Emerald Fly Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Tahitian Pearl Tanzanite Emerald Fly Brooch Pins by Tiffany & Co. With 62 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately .75ct 2 Cabochon emeralds Tahitian pearl 13mm...
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1980s North American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold

Vintage Unsigned Diamante Domed Brooch Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Unsigned Diamante Domed Brooch. Pave and Baguette make up this small brooch that would look great on a lapel or hat or even on a black silk co...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Amethyst & Jade 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst & Jade 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Bouquet of flower motif, featuring carved amethyst, small round-cut diamonds, and one big leaf made ...
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 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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