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Brooches For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 1990s
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold GIA Button Coral & Pearl Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Coral - Button Shape - Stem Set - Pinkish-Orange Color - 18.05x17.95mm (exact - certified) **See Certification Details Below** (4) Natural Genuine C...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Chanel cc brooch 1997
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal cc brooch with tiny glass pearls resembling turquoise. 1997 Spring-Summer Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 5.5 cm x 4 c...
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Elizabeth Gage 1990 London Enameled Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Tourmalines
Located in Miami, FL
Egyptian pendant-brooch designed by Elizabeth Gage. Magnificent pendant-brooch, created in London by the British jewelry designer Elizabeth Gage, back in the 1990. This rare piece o...
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1990s English Egyptian Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, E...

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.6 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.6 mm 5.43 Grams M352 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ran...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circle Wreath Brooch 1.5" Silver 6 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Circle Wreath Brooch 1.5" Silver 6 mm M356 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 10 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size 6 mm app...
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond and Ruby 15K Gold Cockerel/Rooster/Chicken Brooch Pin
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this endearing and adorable antique Victorian brooch made c.1890. The brooch is fitted in a period box and we will include this in the price of this listing. This pin brooch is made in 15ct solid gold and features an intricate gem set cockerel head with old rose cut diamonds and a single ruby cabochon as its eye. The head is made and set in solid silver to enhance the diamonds' white shine and lustre. Whilst undeniably sweet and dainty, the craftsmanship is superb and very impressive - due to its small size, it can only be further appreciated upon seeing how detailed each element is with a loupe or magnifying glass. The accuracy and lifelike shape of the head despite its small size is a testament to the silversmithing and the manner in which all the gems have been set as if to replicate feathers is certainly an artistic virtuosity. Furthermore, the wattle of the cockerel features a very small yet accenting orange/red enamel that contrasts and completes the entire look. A modestly sized yet outstanding piece of fine Victorian animal jewellery...
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19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond and Natural Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful Victorian era diamond brooch. The brooch features a large flower which has been set with an array of rose cut diamonds with a large central natural pearl. T...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Shell Bowl Tea Caddy Spoon #13678
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver tea caddy spoon from London, England, circa 1821. A scallop shell bowl with a bright cut design handl...
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1820s Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1880s Crescent Rose Cut Diamond Russian Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique early imperial russian era brooch in crescent designe decorted with rose cut diamonds brooch was made in st petersburg 1880s hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard for...
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1870s Antique Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Pearl Star Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 15ct yellow gold Victorian natural pearl star pendant. The pearls are well matched and feature a nice lustre. The pendant has been well maintained and is in perfe...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Starburst Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful Victorian natural pearl and diamond starburst brooch. The brooch features an array of round natural pearls in a star motif with a central old cut diamond crafted ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Clam Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful turquoise clam brooch from the Victorian era. The brooch features an array of cabochon turquoise stones in a clam motif crafted in 9ct yellow gold with a se...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Gold Skull and Crossbones Stickpin with Diamond Eyes
Located in Stamford, CT
Skull jewelry has fascinated the public from ancient times where it was worn to show bravery, power and strength. It was worn to show fearlessness, power...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Snake Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly remarkable brooch dating back to the Victorian era. At the centre of this 15ct yellow gold piece, a flaming torch has been crafted with a snake wrapping itself a...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Brooch in Gold-Plated Metal and Costume Pearly Beads, 1994
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gold-plated metal and costume pearly beads. Fall/Winter 1994 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Heigh...
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1990s French Brooches

19th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This small yellow gold safety pin is set with a cloverleaf motif represented by 4 rose-cut diamonds set in a millegrain clasp, a...
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Chanel Golden Metal Brooch with Diamond Shape
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with a diamond shape ornamented with red and green glass paste cabochons. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimens...
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1990s French Brooches

Chanel "Madame Coco" Brooch
Located in Dubai, DU
Add a touch of sophistication and timeless luxury to your wardrobe with the Chanel "Madame Coco" Brooch. Embellished with premium materials and crafted with meticulous attention to d...
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1990s European Contemporary Brooches

Yves Saint Laurent Golden Metal Brooch/Label Pin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Golden metal label pin centered with an impressive rhinestone. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition ...
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1990s French Brooches

French 19th Century Tiger Eye Fine Pearl Rose Gold Clover Pin Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pin in 18 Karat rose gold, eagle's head hallmark. A charming pin brooch featuring a 3-leaf clover set with 3 clawed cabochon tiger's eyes and a fine half-pearl in the center. The fas...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Eagle Talon Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
This is a rare and high quality 18ct yellow gold talon stick pin. The pin is from the Victorian era and features a single natural pearl. Condition: Used (Good) Weight: 2.9 grams Hea...
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19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 15ct gold pearl and diamond double heart brooch. The brooch features a rose cut diamond double heart motif crafted in silver within a blue and white enamel centre...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique French 18K Gold Silver Diamond Ruby Pearl Cat Brooch C1890
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique late 19th C French Novelty animal brooch in silver and gold with 2 kittens playing with a pearl ball. The kittens' tiny bodies are embellished with antique rose-cut diamonds and their eyes with tiny cabochon rubies. Novelty animal brooches were popular in the latter half of the 19th C , many of them are small but have required enormous skill in production and their uniqueness and craftsmanship make them highly desirable. This charming little piece of jewellery art is in a great wearable condition, a nice find for cat jewellery...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

American 1890 Art Nouveau Enamel Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau enameled brooch with gemstones. Beautiful antique brooch, created during the art nouveau period in Newark United States, dating ...
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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Reproduction Edinborourgh Ladle (B) #13641
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver reproduction Edinborough ladle by Tiffany & Co. No monogram This small ladle features a simple and classic rounded handle design. Does not include Tiffany & Co box ...
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19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Dutch 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique Victorian Dutch 14 karat yellow gold pendant/brooch made with filigree technique. The filigree technique is a very refined method that uses a thin golden thread to form a ...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Classic Beauty Natural Coral Cameo Convertible Pendant/Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
18K Yellow Gold Classic Beauty Natural Coral Cameo Convertible Pendant/Brooch from approximately the 1890s. The brooch consists of a oval shaped bezel set natural coral cameo in a fi...
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Heart Brooch - "Witch's Heart" - or Convert to Pendant
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a very lovely antique rose cut diamond heart brooch from the Georgian period. This type of heart is referred to as a "witch's heart" with the open style and the point cur...
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1810s British Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Austrian Burma Ruby, Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique, Austrian, Burma ruby and diamond chequerboard brooch, with French-cut rubies, in claw settings, surrounded by old-cut diamonds, in silver cut down settings, mounted in go...
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1890s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Diamond Bee Brooch Pin Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
A diamond bee brooch pin set in 18 karat white gold. This sweet and realistically detailed brooch is set to its head with two pinkish tinted round brilliant cut diamond for eyes. Th...
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1990s British Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Shell Scallop Lava Stone Vesuv Grand Tour Souvenir St.James Pilgrimage
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This lovely junky scallop shell has been hand carved out of lava in the first half of the nineteenth century. Scallops were the symbol of pilgrims that walked the camino de Santiago ...
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1840s Italian Antique Brooches

Materials

Silver

Valentino "Tree" Brooch in Gold-Plated Metal with Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - Impressive "tree" brooch in gold-plated metal ornamented with rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 10.5 cm x 8 cm Seller Refe...
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1990s Brooches

Georgian Enameled & Hand-Painted Portrait Brooch W/ 14 Karat Gold Setting
Located in New York, NY
This Georgian Enameled & Hand-Painted Portrait Pin W/ 14 Karat Gold Setting is a lovely piece, classical and made with beautiful materials and detailing. This Pin features a portrait...
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Victorian Shield Dangle Brooch - 14k Floral Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Date: 1860s - 1880s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Dangle Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and C-Clasp Theme: Shield, Floral Features: Smoothly Finished with...
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1860s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Victorian Diamond Brooch/Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian diamond brooch, late 19th century, designed as a spray of flowers, set with circular- and rose-cut diamonds approximately 6,5ct, length 8cm. With fitted case.
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1890s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond

Vintage 14kt. yellow gold hat pin brooch with tiger's eye.
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 14kt. yellow gold hat pin brooch with tiger's eye. Hallmarked with 14kt. gold. Dimensions - Length x width: 6.5 x 1.1 cm Weight: 2.00 grams ...
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1990s European Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Magnolia Pin in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Tiffany & Co. Magnolia pin in 18k yellow gold and completely covered in gems. This pin is decorated with 80 yellow sapphires weighing 5.92 carats, 9 brilliant cut diamonds we...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15ct Gold Diamond Cluster Brooch With Centre Opal Dated Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Victorian 15ct Gold Diamond Cluster Brooch With Centre Opal Dated Circa 1890 Very unusual brooch in the shape of a " Catherine-Wheel", with bright old cut diamonds and a nice cabocho...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Silver

SS96 Chanel Brooch Turnlock CC Golden
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch with a large CC Chanel logo in golden metal, slanted pin on the back. Width 3.8 cm x length 2.9 cm. The brooch has a few scratches from use but it is in very good vinta...
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1990s French Brooches

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Red Enamel Gold Plated Shovel Pin Brooch, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage rare shovel pin brooch by Karl Lagerfeld. Made from gold plated metal and red enamel. Period: 1990s Condition: very good, light scratches throughout metal. ........Additiona...
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1990s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Enamel

1950's Old Mine Diamonds Ruby Pin/Brooch 62x53MM 18K Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pin/brooch featuring Old mine cut diamond bezel and prong set, flanked with channel set Synthetic Rubies. Center circle surrounded with beautiful "ribbon"/floral scrollwork. Bow set with 17 Old mine cut diamonds - measuring from 4.3 -3.0MM in diameter. Two dangling - I call it "tassels", bezel set with 4 Old Mine Cut natural Diamonds, two big ones measuring 5.0MM in diameter and 2.85MM deep, one smaller one is 4.0mm in diameter. Diamonds look clan and sparkly, most likely H-I-J in Color and I1 in clarity - we estimate 3.0-3.10CT total weight. Twenty square cut Rubies - Synthetic) are beautiful in color and very clean - 0.80CT total weight approximately. I have to say Mid-century to be safe (but it could be older). Antique pin...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Retro Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Georgian Filigree Gold, Piqué and Ruby Butterfly Brooch Circa 1830
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulous Georgian gold filigree and cannetille detailed pique butterfly brooch adorned with ruby eyes dating from circa 1830. The wonderful early 19th century brooch has a highly detailed and hand formed gold body a top two round, faceted ruby eyes sit from which masterfully crafted proboscis protrude. The wings are further adorned with inlaid gold leaf shaped pieces and centrally set highly ornate gold cannetille work relate from the body of the butterfly. A fabulous piece of antique jewellery history...
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Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 7 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 7 mm M331 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 4 Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging ...
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Victorian French Sweetheart Garnet Diamond Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent example of Victorian sentimental brooch, dated 1888 engraved on the backside – bearing French import duty marks Glorious artwork skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 KT rose gold and silver Two large hearts as symbol of eternal love meet in the middle, set in a border of twinkling rose cut Diamonds and surround of fine openwork scrolls with a little bow symbolizing enduring bounding at the bottom side with little suspended pearl as finial - backside is exquisitely engraved with Victoire and Marie full names and date bearing the brooch back history The two heart shaped Red...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver

Boxed Late 19th C Diamond Crescent Pendant Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Complete with the original fitted box from R. Stewart in Glasgow, this romantic late 19th century crescent brooch is lined with a graduated course of 4.35 carats in glittering old mi...
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1880s Scottish Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Chesterland, OH
Victorian Cameo Brooch. Fabulous carved Victorian brooch made around the late 1800s. It depicts a beautiful Bacchante. The execution of the shell is amazing, and the relief helps to ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Brooches

Antique Amethyst Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Silver Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An amazing amethyst measured to weigh approximately 30 carats is the centerpiece of this incredible antique brooch. The faceted, extremely well-cut Amethyst displays a unique color s...
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1870s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

14K White Gold Diamond Starburst Spray Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Year: 1990s Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.9 grams Diamond Details: .70ct total weight. Natural Diamonds, Round Brilliant. G-H Color, V...
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Gold

Tiffany & Co Estate Large Onyx Flower Brooch Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Large Onyx Flower Brooch Sterling Silver TIF584 This elegant Authentic Tiffany & Co Silver brooch has a weight of 19.5 Grams. TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 200...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

American 1860 Miniature Enameled Sword Jabot In 14Kt Yellow Gold & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Miniature cavalry sword jabot-pin. Fabulous miniature cavalry sword, made up as a jabot-pin in America during the mid-nineteenth century century, circa 1860. The sword is similar to...
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1860s American High Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Natural Pearl Green Enamel Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
1890's Green enamel winged brooch with natural graduated pearls. There is a hook on the back to ad a pendant or small dangle watch. Circa 1890-1900 5 natural gray pearls...
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Late 19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 0.50ct Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Brooch, Silver & Gold, Circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
An authentic Victorian-era pendant featuring an antique cushion-cut diamond at the center, weighing approximately 0.50 carats, surrounded by two rounds. Crafted in silver on gold, th...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Amazing Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Totally is 27.7 grams. Totally is diamond 6.50 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.20 ct. Please contact for any questions.
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1990s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5.60 mm 4.6 Grams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin 5.60 mm 4.6 Grams M351 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 6 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size fro...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl

Victorian 1.50ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Star Brooch and Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A wonderful Victorian diamond star or otherwise known as a ‘sunburst’ brooch dating from the late 19th century comprising of approx 1.50ct of Old Mine cut diamonds. This quaint brooch, measuring 32mm diameter is set in 18ct gold with a silver front, which was typical of the period to enhance the diamonds in a white setting. It’s design is formed around a central diamond around which twelve points reradiate out from its centre. There is very little wear to the brooch, it is in superb condition. Please contact to see additional images or video clips of this piece. Reasonable offers will always be considered. DIMENSIONS – 32mm Diameter DIAMOND GRADE CARAT WEIGHT – 1.50ct total (approx) COLOUR - F-G CLARITY – SI CUT – Old Mine Cut MATERIALS - 18ct gold/ silver/ diamonds WEIGHT – 7g HALLMARK – Unmarked, tested throughout as 18ct gold and silver using a touchstone. CONDITION – This antique brooch...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Early Victorian 1.40 CT Diamond Flower Brooch 18 KT Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
This petit one of a kind antique flower brooch is early Victorian in transition to Georgian period, 1840 circa Very finely crafted and distinctive between all others for the brightne...
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1840s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Essex Crystal and 15 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This monogrammed brooch is made up of glossy Essex crystal surrounded by pearls, the decorative bow and the frame in which it sits is modelled in 15car...
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1860s British Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Elizabeth Gage 1993 London Enameled Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Citrine
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible pendant brooch designed by Elizabeth Gage. Magnificent and substantial pendant-brooch, created in London by the British jewelry designer Elizabeth Gage, back in the 1993...
Category

1990s English Modernist Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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