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Brooches For Sale
Style: Contemporary
Style: Napoleon III
18 Karat White Gold Custom Cut Taper Baguette Blue Topaz Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The 18 karat white gold custom cut gradient taper baguette blue topaz diamond pendant brooch is a stunning piece of jewelry that showcases the beauty of blue topaz and diamonds in an innovative design. The pendant brooch features a mesmerizing play of shades of lustrous blue, with the blue topaz gemstones selected in a gradient pattern. The gemstones are hand-cut into taper shapes, ensuring a seamless match along their edges, and are channel set to enhance the contemporary design of the piece. The gradient effect adds depth and visual interest to the pendant brooch. The design of the pendant brooch incorporates asymmetrical symmetry, with curvilinear shapes intersecting each other in an artistic and unique way. The channel set blue topaz is complemented by pave-set diamonds, arranged in a narrow-to-broad pattern that perfectly complements the blue topaz channel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1969 Vintage Trio Knot Bows Swirl Twist Gold Silver Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. Very light scratches, very light colour loss, barely noticeable. A unique piece. This is gold and silver plated stylised brooch. Safety-cat...
Category

1960s German Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

18k Yellow Gold Hand Crafted Peony Flower Brooch with Diamonds, by Gloria Bass
Located in Westmount, CA
Taken from the Nature inspired collection, this finely hand-crafted 18k yellow gold Peony flower brooch features multiple layers of golden petals for an a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Floral Peony Petal Brooch with Sapphire and Diamonds in Rose Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral brooch is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural octagon cut dark blue sapphire. The sculptural design adds t...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Vintage Large Double Floral Diamond Brooch 1 Carat 18 Karat Gold 46.7 Grams
Located in New York, NY
One large brooch featuring two florals with round brilliants weighing approximately 1.25 Carats in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 46.7 grams.
Category

1960s Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Large Diamond Enamel Polo Race Horse Jockey Brooch in 18k Gold
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
At just over 2.5” in length, this unusually large and exceptional Edwardian Jockey Brooch is primarily with 18 karat White gold saddle, bridal, Martingale reigns and hooves. The jock...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co Platinum Seagull Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.8 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .76ct, total weight Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E Clarity: VS Pin Measurements:...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique French Agate Cameo Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch in 18Kt yellow gold decorated with a cameo on agate in the profile of a thinking woman, in a closed setting, surrounded by a line of double mesh. Dimensions: 40 x 30 mm - Gros...
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1850s French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby with Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This Emerald, Sapphire & Ruby Brooch with Diamonds in 18k White Gold is an exquisite piece of jewelry that features beautifully carved leaf designs in emerald, sapphire, and ruby gem...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver XXXOOO Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver XXXOOO Brooch. The brooch features three x's and three o's in one continuous line. There are light surface scuffs but no major scratches. The brooch measures 18.00 in height and 68.62mm in width. Stamped on the back is STERLING Paloma Picasso 1983 Tiffany & Co. The total weight of the brooch is 9.2 grams. Included with the purchase of this estate piece is the original Tiffany blue pouch.
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1980s French Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1950s Vintage Dual Platinum Clips with Attachment
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: Platinum (Pin is 14K White Gold) [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 27.3 grams *Clips detach to be worn separately or you can wear as 1 large brooch. Center Diamond Details...
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1950s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Platinum

Piero Milano 18k White Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This distinctive Piero Milano 18K White Gold Letter Brooch features a swirling letter "O" detailed with shimmering diamonds 0.66ct. tw.. The Total Size i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Valentino Couture Brooche Pin
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful huge Valentino Couture brooche/pin. In very good condition : no strass missing, micro-scratches on the metal (barely visible). Material : metal, strass Color : gold and si...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Vintage Ballerina Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage ballerina gold brooch Round-cut diamonds, dancing ballerina motif, 18 karat yellow gold; marked 18k Size: width 1.25 inches, length 1.75 inche...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold Floral Brooch with Thirty One Diamonds and Emerald by Artist
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral brooch is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural octagon cut emerald. The sculptural design adds the extra hi...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

Fei Liu Purple White Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Silver Butterfly Brooch
Located in Birmingham, GB
The exclusive Butterfly collection captures the feminine essence and the carefree, joyful movement of these intricate and delicate creatures. The weightless and vivid colours of the ...
Category

2010s British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Other, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Herbert Rosenthal Diamond and Ruby 3D Bee Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautifully detailed bee brooch accented with glittering diamonds and ruby accents. Made of solid 18 karat yellow gold, this exquisite vintage piece by Herbert Rosenthal is a work of...
Category

1960s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Frascarolo Gold and Enamel Dog Brooch
By PIERINO FRASCAROLO
Located in Darnestown, MD
Could this pooch be any cuter? The poodle (?) has hair of red enamel; emerald eyes; a black onyx nose and a diamond collar. Long, waving ears are indicative of his (or her) playful c...
Category

1960s Italian Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel

Floral Peony Petal Brooch with Sapphire and Diamonds in Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral brooch is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural octagon cut dark blue sapphire. The sculptural design adds...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Sterling silver brooch with natural stones: dolomite and rodingite
Located in Gdynia, PL
The brooch is that piece of jewellery that never goes out of style. Brooches were worn by our grandmothers, mothers and we wear them too! In the old times, they were used for fasteni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

18k White Gold Hand-Crafted Flower Brooch with Tahitian Pearl, by Gloria Bass
Located in Westmount, CA
From the Nature inspired collection, this beautiful 18k white gold hand-crafted brooch features a detailed flower with a magnificent Tahitian pearl in the centre for a stunning visua...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Whimsical Gazelle Vintage Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a stylized leaping gazelle with grooved textured body. Featuring notched curling horns and gold granulation throughout. Accented by a prong set round cut ruby e...
Category

1960s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Iconic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Elephant Brooch, by Cartier
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Brooch around 1980, esigned as a family of elephants walking along a bamboo path, of polished and brushed design in soid 18 K yellow Gold, all elephants with a circular-cut emerald e...
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1980s French Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Edward Wolfe 18K Aquamrine Diamond Egret Pin
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully executed piece done in 18K white and yellow gold centered by an approximately 3.30ct natural deep blue aquamarine which is surrounde...
Category

Late 20th Century English Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Demantoid Garnet & Diamond Fish Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. demantoid garnet and diamond fish brooch Round-cut demantoid garnets of approximately 1.60 carats, one round brilliant-cut diamond, 18 kar...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Floral Peony Petal Brooch with Sapphire and Diamonds in White Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral brooch is in 18 karat white gold with 31 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural octagon cut dark blue sapphire. The sculptural design adds ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Available Man Brooch Starry Sky Burnished Sterling Silver Diamond Unique Piece
Located in Rome, IT
Available Now. Introducing the captivating Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, behold the mesmerizing Handcrafted Brooch openly inspired by the enchanting beauty of the Starry Sky. ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Bee Brooch in 14kt Yellow Gold by Frank J. Golden
Located in Freeport, FL
We call her Ru-Bee and she's just delightful! An estate piece made by Frank J. Golden Jewelry Company in the mid-1980s, this sweet little bee can be a worn as brooch or slipped onto ...
Category

1980s American Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

18kt Gold Frog Stick Pin
Located in The Hague, ZH
18kt bicolour gold stick pin with a very detailed singing / traveling frog. Size of the frog : 16 mm high, en 11 mm wide The stickpin is approx. 8.0 cm long Total weigth 3.9 gram
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Oscar Heyman Diamond & Enamel Panther Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k white gold black enamel panther brooch wears a diamond collar and has diamond eyes, weighing a total of 0.12tcw. It is stamped with the...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Pink Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Ring Earrings Brooch Suite
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pink Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Ring Earrings Brooch Suite Just take a look at this hi-detailed Suite, distributes all the wisdom of the Snake. Carefully selected ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman 18k Gold & Fancy Yellow Diamond 'Prowling Lion' Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold 'prowling lion' brooch contains a 0.01ct round emerald eye, 22 round diamonds (0.18ct, F-G/VS+), and 154 round fancy yellow diamonds (4.73ct). It is sta...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Textured 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wreath Motif 3D Brooch with Natural Ruby Accents
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous lady's brooch is the absolute perfect addition to your wardrobe. The sparkling natural rubies will add the perfect pop of color to anything it is paired with, while the...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Estate 14k Swirl Ribbon Baguette Round Diamond Brooch Pin 6.40cttw G Vs1
Located in Winter Springs, FL
This is for certain a custom made piece done by hand. It has been set with numerous, large high quality diamonds. Between large tapered baguette and round diamonds, there is approxim...
Category

1970s Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Butterfly and Bee Insect Brooch Pins Hardstone Intaglio Rock Crystal Antique
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and rare pair of antique Butterfly and Bee Insect Brooch Pins. These extraordinary jewels are in the style of cameos or intaglios. The ...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Naples Floral Shell Cameo Pendant/Brooch - 18K Gold Frame - Italy - Circa 1950's
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage Naples floral shell cameo pendant or brooch - 18K/750 yellow gold frame, pin and bale - retractable bale to wear as a brooch - fine quality workmanship and detail - Italian h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Brooch with Diamonds and a Large Pearl
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold brooch possessing a 9 mm fine white/ivory pearl and accent small diamonds weighing .06 cts. This long vintage piece is 3 3/8 inches long and made in Europe circa 195...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Agate Butterfly Carving Diamond Pearl Contemporary Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Indulge in the exquisite beauty of this one-of-a-kind pendant brooch, an extraordinary masterpiece that blends the allure of nature with the brilliance of fine jewelry. Crafted with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamonds Blue Enamel Gold Ladybug Brooch Made in Italy
Located in Valenza, AL
Gilberto Cassola 18Kt Gold Ladybug Brooch with White Diamonds and Baby Blue Enamel Body with Blue Dots. Handmade in our Atelier in Valenza Italy. The Piece is Mainly in 18Kt Yellow ...
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Grogue green and lila Brooch from MOSCHINO whith a central Crystal
Located in Bilbao, ES
Vintage Grogue Brooch from Moschino whith a central Crystal Elegant MOSCHINO flower...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Cartier Sparrow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier sparrow brooch A pair of perching birds formed from carved blue and green chalcedony (13 x 10.5 mm and 14 x 11 mm) with two brilliant-cut diam...
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1990s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Muticolor Rainbow Tapered Baguette Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold Muticolor Rainbow tapered baguette diamond pendant brooch This edgy pendant brooch is a striking and contemporary piece of jewelry that combines vibrant multicolored g...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Silver Brooch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark, and silver. Charming antique jewel with transformation, it represents a knot moved and decorated with rose- cut diamonds. A pin with a safety hook allows to wear this jewel as a brooch. This part is removable thanks to a small screw. A hook allows you to attach a tassel made of a lobster clasp adorned with a fleur-de-lis pattern set with rose-cut diamonds. This set is removable but can also allow to attach to the brooch another pendant to the lobster clasp or to slip a chain to wear the set as an antique pendant. Height : 3,5 cm approximately, width : 3 cm approximately, thickness : 11 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 9,7 g approximately. Authentic antique jewel - French work of the second half of the XIXth century. Our opinion : An antique diamond...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Mother of Pearl and Multi-Gemstone Hermit Crab 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Calling all ocean lovers! This charming little crustacean will remind you of a blissful day at the beach. The modernized Mother of Pearl hermit crab is embellished with assorted colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Peacock Agate Cameo Ruby Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Dance of the peacock pendant necklace - This extraordinary masterpiece displays the masterful carving in the relief of the natural agate stone bringing alive the allure of the peacoc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Custom Cut Citrine Taper Baguette Diamond Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The D-shaped 18 Karat Gold Custom Cut Gradient Color Taper Baguette Citrines with Diamonds Brooch Pendant Necklace is a stunning and versatile piece of jewelry that combines the eleg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Scorpion Brooch Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Emerald
Located in Austin, TX
This whimsical scorpion brooch created in Italy of 18k yellow gold with multicolored enamel, pave diamonds and emerald eyes is full of character and ch...
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Oval Cabochon Jade and Bow Detail Pave Diamond Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Intricately designed jade and diamond pendant with a gorgeous bow and filigree design. The sizeable pendant sparkles beautifully in the light while the bright green jade radiates amo...
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Drop Shaped Black Opal W/ Marquise & Round Cut Diamond Halo Pendant or Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing a mesmerizing Black Opal pendant that's bound to capture your heart! This stunning piece of jewelry features a pear-shaped Black Opal, measuring 18.25 x 10.80mm in size, ...
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold, 14k Gold

Boucles D’oreilles Et Broche En or 18 Carats, Émail Et Diamants, Napoléon III
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
Magnifique parure en or 18 carats constituée d’une superbe paire de boucles d’oreilles et d’une ravissante broche. Chaque pièce est ornée au centre ...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Collectible Jacques Fath Large Crystal Brooch Circa 2007
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Jacques Fath Large Crystal Brooch Circa 2007. A large japanned brooch with square and oval and rectangle cut crystals form this gorgeous s...
Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

14k Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 9.5 grams Diamond Details: Natural Diamonds, 2.25ct total weight, I/J Color, VS Clarity. Measurement: 2 inch long x 1 inc...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Camée Ancien En Agate, Profil De Femme, Monture En or 18 Carats Et Perles Fines
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
Magnifique camée en agate de couleur rose orangé gravé d’un profil de femme à l’antique sur une une monture en or 18 carats. La finesse de la gravure est exceptionnelle: la ciselure ...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Cheetah Black Enamel Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cheetah black enamel gold brooch Cheetah motif with black enamel spots, eyes are made out of small round-cut diamonds, 18 karat yellow gold; ma...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Twisted Gold Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Twisted gold diamond ribbon brooch Round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.30 carat, 18 karat yellow gold, ribbon motif Size: width 2.25 inc...
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Ambrosi Diamond Mother-of-pearl Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This mysterious double pinstem De Ambrosi Brooch, made in Italy in the Contemporary Era, circa 2010s, features deeply fascinating organic forms, crafted in 18K white gold and set wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. Large Heart Brooch Pin in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bold, contemporary 18 karat gold open heart brooch designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.. This simple yet elegant piece boasts style and femininity and is sure to elevate any ...
Category

1980s Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960’s 18K Platinum Diamond Enamel Leaf Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Brooch circa 1960’s done in 18K yellow gold and platinum set with approximately 2.50cttw in F-G color Vs1-Si2 clarity larger prong set and pave diamonds finished in beautiful green e...
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

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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