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Brooches For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: Early 2000s
Pair of René Boivin “Etoile de Mer” Sapphire and Tourmaline Brooches
Located in Weston, MA
One of the most well-known jewels in the world, René Boivin’s original 1937 starfish brooch was purchased by legendary actress Claudette Colbert and now resides in the collection of ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1950s Mikimoto Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mikimoto Cultured Pearl and Yellow Gold Brooch, circa 1950. SPECIFICATIONS: PEARLS: Cultured Pearls from 3.4mm to 7.6mm. METAL: 14K yellow gold WEIGHT: 10.7 grams. DIMENSION...
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1950s Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Large Moon Circle Swirl Twist Glow Matte Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Some light colour loss, light scratches. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 4.8*4.8 cm. Weight: 13 g/each. Crown Trifari create...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Sway Wind Leaf Reed Wheat Pearls Openwork Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition, 100% genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 7.4*2.8 cm. Weight: 17 g/each. Crown Trifari created some of the most desirable costume jewe...
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1950s American Holbeinesque Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Flower Leaf Corn Wheat White Whole Crystals Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 5.0*3.4 cm. Weight: 13 g/each. Crown Trifari created some of the most desirable costume jewe...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Erlin Sterling Silver Green Peridot Gemstone Modernist Brooch Pin
Located in Sausalito, CA
Elegant sterling silver brooch featuring a round green peridot gemstone. Size: 2” wide by 7/8” tall. Weight: 9.8 grams. Markings: Erlin. Condition: Very good condition. The stick p...
Category

1950s Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Peridot, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Extra Large Openwork Swirl Twist Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. Safety-catch pin closure, signed GROSSE 1959 on the back. Size: 5.6 cm x 5.1 cm. Weight: 28 g...
Category

1950s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Sapphire Crystals Gift Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Sapphire Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet, Silver Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Safet...
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1950s American Baroque Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Flower Leaf Knot Bow Pearls Shell Abstract Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition, very new. Very light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 5.6*3.2 cm. Weight: 19 g/each. Crown...
Category

1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Coro Invisibly Set "Golden Jubilee" Royal Crown
Located in New York, NY
Coro Invisibly Set "Golden Jubilee" Royal Crown from the 1950's. Tiny aqua pastes are invisibly set under a gilt and paste framed crown. 1930's USA. 1.5" x ...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Raymond Yard Retro Diamond Ruby Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro classic 14k gold flower brooch by Raymond Yard, set with vibrant rubies and approx. 0.65ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 1.75" x 1.5". Hallmarked 1...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Bunch of Flowers Brooch in Gilded Metal and Glass Paste
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Brooch composed of gilded metal and glass paste representing a bunch of flowers. No signature. Rousselet workshop. Additional information: Dimensions: 8 cm x 7 cm (3.15 in x 2.75...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Yellow Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Crystals Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Some very light scratches, since over 70 years. 100% genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 7.2*3.5 cm. Weight: 23 g/each. Crown Trifari...
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1950s American Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

18K White Gold 4.00cttw Round Brilliant/Baguette Flower Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1950 Item Details: Metal Type: 18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.6 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 4.00cttw Cut: Round Brilliant & Straight Baguette Colo...
Category

1950s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver 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 ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Crown Trifari 1950s Extra Large Vivid White Flower Leaf Exquisite Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss, since over 70 years, barely noticeable. 100% genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 7.0*2.8 cm. Weig...
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1950s American Native American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Boucheron Paris Retro Invisible Set Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro classic 18k gold brooch by Boucheron Paris, set with invisible set sapphires and approx. 0.80ctw G/VS diamonds. Brooch measures 1 3/8" x 0.75". Mar...
Category

1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Glass Paste Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Brooch composed of gilded metal and glass paste. Additional information: Dimensions: 4.5 cm x3 cm (1.77 in x 1.18 in) Condition: Good general condition Seller Ref number: BRB165
Category

1950s French Vintage Brooches

Glass Paste Brooch
Glass Paste Brooch
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French Braun 1950s Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beavers Pair of Brooches
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooches in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Adorable bestiary brooches, they each represent a delicately chiseled beaver that holds a small branch between its legs. The ...
Category

1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Large Vivid Flower Gold Exquisite Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition, some light loss of colour, some dark spots at back. 100% Genuine. Safety-catch pin closure. Signed Grosse 1958 on the back. Size: 5.2 cm x 4.8 cm. Weight: 40....
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1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Coral, Emeralds, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant/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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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Robert Jeweled Filigree Brooch
By Original by Robert
Located in New York, NY
Striking Robert Jeweled Filigree Brooch from the 1950's. Orangey rose quartz colored cabochons set in antique filigree metal. 2.5" x 2.25", 1950's USA.
Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Gilt Metal

Coral, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver 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...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

12 Antique Gold Stick Pins Made into Pin
Located in Water Mill, NY
Twelve Antique Gold Stick Pins-with Diamonds,Peal and Various Stones made into Pin
Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Wreath Openwork Round Circle Swirl Twist Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 4.8*4.8 cm. Weight: 19 g. Crown Trifari created some of the most desirable costume jewe...
Category

1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Coral, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold and Silver 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

1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold, Gold

Retro Train Ride Multi Gemstone Brooch 18 Karat Gold 31.8 Grams
Located in New York, NY
Adorable Retro brooch featuring a series of trains with accents of Sapphires, Emeralds and Rubies crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Category

1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lovely Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Classic Cultured Pearl and Diamond Earrings from the 1950's. Set in 14k White gold with screwback fittings and large 10mm creamy white cultured pearls and .25 carat diamonds under ea...
Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co 18k Yellow Gold Flower Brooch with Rubies
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 9.4 grams Ruby Details: Weight: .20ct, total weight Cut: Round Transitional Brilliant Color: Red Pin Measur...
Category

1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage 7.39ct Opal Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 7.39 carat opal, 0.02 ruby and 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage bird brooches collection. This fine and impressive vintage opal brooch...
Category

1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Opal, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Midcentury Exquisite 14 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Midcentury platinum brooch, set with approx. 14 carats in pear, baguette and round cut diamonds, ranging VS-SI/H. Brooch measures 2" x 1.25". Not hallmarked. Weight - 20.9 ...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Chanel Silver CC Peach Grey Crystal Cross Brooch
Located in Pasadena, CA
* Marked 06 * Made in France * Comes with original box -It is approximately 2" x 2". -Very beautiful and shiny -In a pristine condition AB2056-00556
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Early 2000s French Artisan Brooches

Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver 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

1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Trio Moon Crescent Twist Spiral Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Some light colour loss. 100% Genuine. Safety-catch pin closure, signed GROSSE 1959 on the back. Size: 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm. Weight: 8.5 g. _ _ _ Great for every...
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1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Silver CC Peach Grey Crystal Cross Brooch
Located in Pasadena, CA
*Marked 06 *Made in France *Comes with the original box -Approximately 2.1″ x 2.1″ -Very unique and shiny -Wear as a brooch or a pendant -In a pristine condition 3046-13441
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Early 2000s French Artisan Brooches

Vintage 55Ct Amethyst and 3.02Ct Diamond 18k White Gold Brooch Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 55 carat amethyst and 3.02 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. Thi...
Category

1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold

ROGER Jean Pierre, Magnificent old brooch, vintage from the 50s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old BROOCH, vintage 50's, in blackened metal, glass rhinestones, pearls, by Haute Couture designer ROGER Jean Pierre, dimensions 5.5 x 5.5 cm, weight 24 g, good condition. The jeweler and designer, famous French parurier ROGER Jean Pierre has been designing for Schiaparelli jewelry...
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1950s French Artist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage South Sea Pearl and 4.16ct Diamond Platinum Brooch Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage South Sea pearl and 4.16 carat diamond, platinum and 12 karat white gold brooch; part of our diverse vintage pearl jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive South Sea pearl brooch...
Category

1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Wave Swirl Leaf Feather Branch Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Some very light scratches, some colour loss, barely noticeable. A unique piece. This gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed on the back. ...
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1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Retro Tutti Frutti 18k Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
Retro brooch featuring a leaf in yellow gold and set with sapphires, rubies, emeralds and citrines. Total estimated weight of sapphires : 0.60 carat Total estimated weight of rubie...
Category

1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Coral, Diamonds, Rubies, Rose Gold and Silver 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

1950s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Gripoix Brooch in Silver Metal, Strass and Turquoise Glass Paste
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Gripoix - Brooch in silver metal, strass and turquoise glass paste. Work of the workshop Gripoix. Additional information: Dimensions: 9 L cm Condition: Very good condition Seller ...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Line Vautrin "Colombe" Brooch
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Exquisite gild-bronze brooch designed by Line Vautrin representing a dove executed in an abstract/cubist manner. ca 1950' Line Vautrin (1913-1997) was a French jewelry maker, design...
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1950s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Brooches

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal

ROGER Jean Pierre, Magnificent old brooch, vintage from the 50s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old BROOCH, vintage 50's, in silver metal, glass rhinestones, by Haute Couture designer ROGER Jean Pierre, dimensions 5 x 5 cm, weight 22 g, good condition. The jeweler and designer, famous French parurier ROGER Jean Pierre has been designing for Schiaparelli jewelry since he was 20 years old. He has also worked for Balenciaga, Dior, Balmain and Madame Gres, among others. He created some of the most extraordinary jewelry for Balenciaga and forged a very close relationship with Christian Dior, creating many important pieces for the House. In 1930-1960, his name was known throughout France. From 1947 to 1958, he ran the large jewelery company Maison Francis Winter. Winter designs around 2,500 jewels a year for the biggest French fashion houses. In 1960, Roger Jean Pierre opened his own studio in Paris. He was inspired by the decorations of the 18th century. Costume jewelry by this master was never marked, usually only paper tags were worn on the jewelry. After 13 years, Jean Pierre decides to broaden his field of activity and opens a workshop. And in 1962, Jean-Pierre made a tiara for Yves Saint Laurent, which was featured on the October cover of Vogue. But already in 1979, for unknown reasons, he was forced to close his business. FR: Magnifique BROCHE ancienne, vintage des...
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1950s French Artist Vintage Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

1950s Diamond and Pearl Yellow and Rose Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1950s 0.90 carat diamond and cultured pearl, 18 karat yellow and rose gold brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive pearl and diamond brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow and rose gold. The spray design has a tied ribbon to hold the two flowers stems and leaves together. The two-tone flower-heads are ornamented with a bezel set 0.47Ct and 0.43Ct transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond. The design is embellished with three cultured pearls, varied in size and shape. The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and push fit clasp. This pearl and diamond spray brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold. The brooch is supplied with two independent diamond grading certificates for the feature diamonds in addition to an independent diamond grading report card for the pearls. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This stunning vintage gemstone brooch...
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1950s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Swirl Twist Fan Blade Triangle Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure, signed Gros...
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1950s German Romantic Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Champagne and Enamel Metal Pins, 2004
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Champagne and enamel metal pins. Spring/Summer 2004 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 4 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref numbe...
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Early 2000s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Enamel

Raymond Yard Retro Gold and Diamond Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Bow design brooch typical of the Retro era in gold, platinum and diamond by Raymond Yard. The pin has a double stem and can be worn either vertically or horizontally. It has 3.5 ca...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Crown Trifari 1950s Flower Leaf Grape Fruit Pine Tree Whole Crystal Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% genuine. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 5.5*3.5 cm. Weight: 15 g. Crown Trifari created some of the most desirable costume jewellery...
Category

1950s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Vivid Baby Elephant Red Ruby Crystal Eye Gold Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% genuine. Very light scratches or spots at back, barely noticeable. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 3.8*2.5 cm. Weight: 13 g. Crown T...
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1950s American Anglo-Indian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Silvered Metal Flower Brooch Paved with Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Silvered metal flower brooch paved with rhinestones. Work of the workshop Goossens for Chanel around 1955. Additional information: Dimen...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver

Vintage Schiaparelli Fish Signed Costume Jewellery Swarowsky Crystals Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This lovely fish was made in the second quarter of the 20th century by Schiaparelli and is fully signed.
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1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

GRIPOIX, Magnificent Large old BROOCH, Rare, vintage
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent large old brooch, vintage, by Maison GRIPOIX, very rare model, collector's item, an extraordinary work that is no longer produced by the defunct...
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1950s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Carolyn Morris Bach Heart Brooch or Pendant
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate Carolyn Morris Bach heart brooch or pendant, dated 2000. This brooch is crafted in 18-22 karat gold and sterling silver by Carolyn Morris Bach. The designer pin...
Category

Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Marcel Boucher Ribbed Gold Leaf Suite
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Boucher Ribbed Gold Leaf Suite with matching ear clips from the 1950's. Elegant retro design with pave baguette and crystals. Pin 2.25" x 1.5", earrings 1.25" x .9". 1950's USA.
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1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Dimensional Countess Cis Jeweled Pine Cone Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Countess Cis Jeweled Pine Cone Brooch from the 1950's. Very dimesional and completely hand made of twisted metalwork and colored crystals in tones of citrine and peridot, all...
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1950s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Marcel Boucher Carved Rose Suite
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Boucher Carved Rose Suite from the 1950's. Hand carved and stained wood roses are set into gilt metal flower designs. Clip back fittings. USA. 1950...
Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Marcel Boucher Baguette Swirl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Dimensional Marcel Boucher Baguette Swirl Brooch from the 1950's. Elaborate elegant design of sapphire baguettes and pave rhinestone swirls by Boucher designer Raymonde Semensohn. 2...
Category

1950s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Rhodium

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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