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Brooches For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 1940s
BIRD OF PARADIS ON A SWING by MAZER, BROOCH, aqua body, enamelling, 1942 USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
An aqua bird of paradis on a swing are pendant from the pave crown wich hold die brooch. Size: Height 9 cm Width 5 cm Depth 1 cm Features - Bird of Paradis sitting on a swing by Mazer unsigned...
Category

1940s American Romantic Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium, Enamel

CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage 1985 gold gripoix pearl crystal jewel pin brooch Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 1985 Material: Metal Color: Gold Closure...
Category

1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Leaf Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Van Cleef & Arpels diamond and sapphire vintage leaf brooch from the 1970s is a stunning and timeless piece of jewelry, reflecting the elegance and craftsmanship for which the b...
Category

1970s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Brooch in Gold and Silver Plated Heart with Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Gold and silver plated heart brooch with rhinestones. Additional information: Dimensions: 5.5 cm x 5.2 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller ...
Category

1980s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Golden Pin With Diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This golden brooch will make your dress stand out with shine! it comes with 0.95 ct diamonds and has a very unique look into it. weight: 22.54 g
Category

1940s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 3.30Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Brooch Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 3.30 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold brooch; part of our diverse vintage diamond brooch collection. This fine and impressive vintage diamond broo...
Category

1990s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany Co Madeira Citrine Rose Yellow Gold Floral Motif 1940 Retro Deco Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a timeless treasure from the 1940s, this genuine Tiffany & Co. brooch exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite piec...
Category

1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Faux Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Classic Gold Plated CC Faux Pearl Pin Brooch *Marked 95 *Made in France -Approximately 2" x 0.7" -Very pretty and classic -It is in an excellent condition. AB2905-0...
Category

1990s French Artisan Brooches

CORO DUETT OWL BROOCH, dating 1944 Sterling Silver, USA aquamarines and enamel
By Coro
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Coro Sterling Silver gold pave Duett 2 Owl Brooch . Size: Height 5cm/2" Width 4m3 cn / 1.7" Deep 1.5cm /0.6" Features: - Signed on an owl 'Coro Sterling' - Marked Sterling in va...
Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Exquisite 14k Yellow Gold Antique Shell Coral Cameo Pin
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your ensemble with this exquisite antique shell coral cameo pin. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this pin showcases a beautifully carved shell cameo. ...
Category

1980s Victorian Vintage Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Elephant Brooch and Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 13.4 grams Year: 1980s Pin Measurements: Diameter: 1.5 x 1 inches Condition: Excellent
Category

1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cellini 18KT Yellow & White Gold Dalmatian Brooch with Diamonds & Blue Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
18 karat gold brooch designed as a dalmatian. The white gold body is set with pave diamonds and scattered cabochon blue sapphires. The head and paws are shiny yellow gold and the eye...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Bow Clip Brooch
Located in Magenta, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels, a bold and chunky clip brooch designed as a bow crafted in 18k yellow gold. Stamped VCA 750 and serial number. Good condition, no defects. Dimensions: 5 x 1.5 c...
Category

Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Luise Classical 18 kt Gold Brooch with Rubies
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. Classical 18 kt gold brooch...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Black Petal Sunflower Double Layer Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Black Petal Sunflower Double Layer Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Rare to find. Signed at back. 100% genuine. Size: 4.5*4.5 cm. ...
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Nubian Prince Multi Gem Diamante Vintage Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed 3-dimensional Vintage Designer Ruby, Pearl and Amethyst Nubian Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Rubies and Emeralds, enhanced with Diamante Cry...
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Boucheron Lapis and Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Boucheron Lapis and Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch. Featuring one piece of carved lapis lazuli and one piece of carved onyx....
Category

1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Deco Diamond Royal Navy Crown Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful piece of history, this Royal Navy crown brooch is grain set with 0.53 carat of diamonds. Crafted from platinum and 18 carat white gold, the design incorporates a ships sa...
Category

1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mellerio 18kt yellow gold Sapphire and ruby carriage brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Mellerio 18kt yellow gold Sapphire and ruby carriage brooch. Crafted in the 1940s, this exquisite Mellerio vintage brooch captures the charm of a departing stage coach, elegantly dr...
Category

1940s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

33 Carat Total David Webb Signed Detachable Brooch In Platinum and 18K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
David Webb signed detachable brooch in platinum and 18k with 33 carats in mixed cut diamonds. Jewelry Details: - Item Type: Detachable Brooch - Creator: David Webb - Metal: Platinu...
Category

1990s North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Designer Signed HENRY DANKNER Diamond Gold Dragonfly Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Designer Signed HENRY DANKNER Diamond Gold Dragonfly Brooch Pin Simply Beautiful! Vintage Designer Oscar Worthy Signed Designer HENRY DANKNER Dragonfly 2-Tone Gold Brooch, Ha...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooches

Materials

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

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Glow Logo Monogram interlocked Letters Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Glow Logo Monogram interlocked Letters Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% genuine. A unique piece. This is...
Category

1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Ruby and Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Europe, late 20th century. Set with 108 rubies weighing circa 1,80 ct. and 170 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of 1,50 ct. Mounted in 18K white gold. Weight: 17,66 g. Len...
Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Dog Brooch. A Saint Bernard dog brooch featuring pave diamonds, a ruby as the tongue & black enamel nose & eyes. Diamond Weight: approximately 8.15 cara...
Category

1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Angel Fish With Diamonds and Emerald Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Item specifics Condition Pre-owned Seller Notes “GRAET CONDITION” Brand Undisclosed Color Gold Main Stone Emerald Cabochon .10pts Secondary Stone 5 Diamond .05pts. Metal Yellow Gold...
Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine Multi Crystal Hobe Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Hobe leaf brooch of gilt plate bronze and brass metal with collet set vari shaped faceted crystals in clear and citrine tones. The leaf's center made of delicate pierced work...
Category

1940s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Star Pin Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Star Pin Brooch Metal: 10.2 grams Dimensions: 40 x 44mm Signed: ©Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 925
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Augustine By Gripoix, Gold and Blue Poured Glass Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A very rare and elegant Flower Brooch , by famous company Gripoix of Paris, France. The design has a smaller gold plated wire flower with cured light blue glass petals inset into the...
Category

1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld 24k gold plate Faux Pearls Fork Brooch, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage brooch by Karl Lagerfeld features fork with tines made of faux pearls 24k gold plate. Signed. KL monograms. Period: 1990s Condition: very good Length – 5.25” /13 cm ....
Category

1990s French Romantic Brooches

Chanel Brooch in Gold Metal and Pearly Drops, Fall 1994
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Brooch in gold metal and pearly drops. Collection Autumn-Winter 1994. Additional information: Dimensions: 7.5 H cm Condition: Very good condition Seller...
Category

1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Migeon and Migeon Paris Modernist Yellow Marigold Resin Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
French designers Marie Therese and Christian Migeon, known as Migeon & Migeon, created this spectacular artisan studio hand-crafted modernist resin pin brooch in the 1980s. The pair ...
Category

1980s French Modernist Vintage Brooches

18K Gold Diamond Horse Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite 18K Gold Diamond Horse Pin, a stunning vintage brooch that exudes timeless elegance and luxury. Crafted in the 1940s, this two-tone yellow and white gold running horse brooch is a true masterpiece, adorned with dazzling diamonds and a majestic ruby for the eye. The brooch captures the graceful movement of a running horse, beautifully rendered in intricate detail. The combination of yellow and white gold adds depth and dimension to the design, while the sparkling diamonds enhance its brilliance and sophistication. At the center of the brooch, a majestic ruby serves as the eye of the horse, adding a pop of rich color and imbuing the piece with a sense of regal allure. The contrast between the shimmering diamonds and the vibrant ruby creates a captivating focal point that commands attention. As a vintage piece from the 1940s, this brooch is not only a stunning accessory but also a symbol of timeless luxury and craftsmanship. It is the epitome of vintage elegance, making it a must-have for horse lovers and collectors alike. Whether worn on a lapel, collar, or as a statement piece on a scarf or hat, the 18K Gold Diamond Horse Pin is sure to turn heads and spark conversation wherever you go. Embrace the allure of vintage luxury and add a touch of equestrian elegance to your ensemble with this exquisite brooch. Style this pinned onto a Gucci tee...
Category

1940s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond Scorpion Brooch, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Created in 18 carat yellow gold, in the likeness of a scorpion, this vintage brooch is a truly unique piece. Enamelling work of red yellow and black creates the detailing, bringing t...
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Openwork Round Swirl Knot White Pearl Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Openwork Round Swirl Knot White Pearl Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% genuine. A unique piece. Th...
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Gubelin Retro Ruby & Diamond 18K & Platinum Brooch
Located in Solvang, CA
Swiss Vintage Gubelin Retro ruby & diamond 18K & platinum brooch, circa 1940. This Retro brooch is crafted in 18 karat gold and platinum by Gubelin. The signed Gubelin brooch feature...
Category

1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

FLOWER BROOCH BY CORO CRAFT, Sterling Silver vermeille, USA 1940's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Very nice and in perfect condition Coro Craft Brooch with red larg rhinstones and over the leafs clear rhinstones too. Measurement Height 9,5 cm ...
Category

1940s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

A Pair of Loving Parrots Brooch
Located in Bethesda, MD
This brooch was meticulously crafted with attention to detail using an array of gemstones including diamonds, tsavorites, light green and yellow sapphires, and rubies. ♦ Metal: 18 Ka...
Category

1990s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Vintage Sterling silver Dragonfly brooch, Marcasite and Garnet, Large
Located in NEWARK, GB
This vintage sterling silver Dragonfly brooch is a truly striking piece. It is a large sized brooch that could be worn in man...
Category

Late 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Henry Dunay Large Yellow Gold Frog Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Henry Dunay Frog Brooch, measuring 2 1/8 inches in length X 1 1/4 inches and weighing 21.5 Grams. Very Detailed with a realistic textured finish. Signed and numbered.
Category

1990s American Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Sequin Swarovski Butterfly
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Sequin Swarovski Butterfly brooch. Saint Laurent used this motif in many designs including hair pieces, acc...
Category

1980s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Boucheron vintage 18kt. yellow gold flower head brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Boucheron vintage 18kt. yellow gold flower head brooch with old - European cut diamond. Signed Boucheron, London, Date 5.51944, Initial letters L.S, pins have 19kt gold hallmarks. Ma...
Category

1940s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CHANEL BROOCH, green and red Gripoix glass, rhinestons, signed 1970/80, France
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Early CHANEL BROOCH ( Made in France) signed 1970/80's made by Maison Gripoix Paris, with green and red Gripoix glass and with clear, cut rhinestones. Best condition! Dimensions: H...
Category

1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Tiffany & Co Estate Leaf Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Leaf Brooch Pin Sterling Silver TIF534 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS!! FREE SHIPPING!! DETAILS Styl...
Category

1990s American Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Paris Yellow Gold and Diamond Dolphin clip Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier Paris Whimsical Dolphin Clip Brooch, measuring 1 1/2 inches in length X 1 inch, set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 3.50 Carats, further set with an Em...
Category

1990s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Flower Brooch 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Flower Brooch 14K Yellow Gold. The Broch measures 2" X 1.75" Weigh 16.3 Grams
Category

1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Henderson, NV
Crafted in 18K gold, the brooch features a domed cluster of textured finished yellow gold leaves topped with ribbons of diamonds set in white gold. The brooch has a couple of gold lo...
Category

Late 20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Bow Brooch Pin 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely Retro bow brooch pin made of 18k gold with ruby and diamond. The gemstones are assembled in beautiful florets, with ruby “petals” and diamond “stamens”. The bow is tied in t...
Category

1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Cartier Retro Sapphire Diamond Two Color Gold Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted by Cartier. This wonderfully wavy three dimensionally fashioned brooch in the shape of a bow is truly impressive. Worked in polished ...
Category

1940s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Coro Sterling Retro Star Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Coro Sterling Retro Star Brooch from the 1940's. Sterling with rose gold vermeil set with aqua, crystal and ruby pastes. 1.5" across. 1940's USA.
Category

1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Opal Starfish Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 31.4 grams. Totally is diamond 2.40 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1990s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Collectible Vintage Bulgari Diamond and Gold Brooch, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A unique and collectible Bulgari Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Brooch of foliate design, set with approximately 3.5 carats of diamonds. Made in Italy, circa 1970.
Category

1970s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Bulgari 1980s Diamond Sapphire 8ct Citrine Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1980s Bvlgari brooch, set in 18k yellow gold, with center approx. 8ct citrine ( the stone measures 15.2 x 15.2 x 7.15mm), surrounded with blue sapphires and a total of...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Vintage David Webb Yellow Gold Large Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large Pin Brooch by David Webb. Details: Measurements: 2.5" x 2.25" Weight: 60 grams Stamped Hallmark: Webb 18k *Free Shipping within the United States* YOUR PRICE:...
Category

1970s Vintage Brooches

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fly Pin Brooch With Ruby Eyes
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fly Pin Brooch With Ruby Eyes Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 5.4 grams Dimensions: 19 x 18.5mm Signed: ©Tiffany & Co. 750
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Asymmetrical Star Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso asymmetrical star brooch is a captivating piece of jewelry that exudes charm. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this brooch showcases Paloma Picasso's signature design aesthetic, characterized by bold and expressive motifs. The star-shaped design of the brooch is rendered in an asymmetrical manner, adding a contemporary and dynamic touch to the piece. The gold of the brooch is expertly shaped to resemble a drawn star, creating a sense of movement and fluidity in its design. The asymmetrical arrangement of the gold further enhances the brooch's artistic appeal, making it a standout accessory that effortlessly catches the eye. Whether worn on a lapel, scarf, or dress, this Paloma Picasso brooch...
Category

1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Massive Staret Topaz and Crystal Paste Deco Bow
By Staret
Located in New York, NY
Massive Staret Topaz and Crystal Paste Deco Bow from the 1940's. Huge scale with vari shaped topaz stones in navette, square, oval and baguette shapes with crystal accents designed ...
Category

1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 5.50 mm 6.7 Grams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 5.50 mm 6.7 Grams M362 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 6 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and has a weight...
Category

1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Emerald Diamond Gold Fish Jabot Pin Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This jabot pin was a custom made in the 1970s, it uses the jabot style to illustrate a fish swimming through the sea. The 18k yellow gold fish brooch is accented with diamonds and ...
Category

1970s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 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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