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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Turquoise
Assil 18k TT Gold Diamond Emerald Sapphire & Ruby Set of 3 Bee Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (99) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - 0.50-0.60ctw (approx.) Numerous Natural Genuine Emeralds, Sapphires & Rubies - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Diamonds Amethyst Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
Graceful brooch depicting a butterfly with closed wings made of 18k yellow gold, on the small body is set with diamonds and emeralds, the wings are made up of two pairs of engraved c...
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1990s European Artisan Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Old Cut Pear Shaped Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 18ct yellow gold diamond cluster ring. The ring features a central old cut pear shaped diamond and is surrounded by eight smaller old cut diamonds that vary in s...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1930s Art Deco 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.3 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 1.10 carat. Totally is brilliant Cut Diamond 1.50 carat. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. The diamond...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

TIFFANY CO 18K Gold Platinum topped Old European Cut Diamond Fleur-de-Lis Brooch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
An antique, Edwardian/late Victorian era, Fleur-de-Lis brooch marked Tiffany & Co, set with Old European Cut Diamonds weighing approximately O.75- 1.00 total Carat weight, the larges...
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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Modern Pearl and Diamond 14 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch is set with a pearl which is complimented perfectly by the bright yellow 14ct gold. There is a delicate row of diamond points running along side the glossy gold...
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Early 2000s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Royal Air Force 1925 Enameled Wings Badge In 18Kt Gold With 1.68 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Platinum & Diamond Royal Air Force Wings Brooch. A very rare sweetheart Royal Air Force pilot wings badge-brooch, made in England during the reigning period of the king Geor...
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1920s English George V Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

27.16 Carat Green Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Inspired Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this brooch inspired by the Art Nouveau era is suitable for a glamorous outfit or for casual daily wear. It features an incredible green tourmaline of 27....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Art Deco 18K Gold and Platinum Fleur De Lis Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Gold and Platinum Fleur De Lis Diamond Stick Pin. This beautiful Fleur De Lis stick pin is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The top of the pin ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Brooch set with ruby and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold branch brooch set with ruby ​​and diamonds. 0.50ct - G/H - SI - dim. 5.5 cm x 3.0 cm detailed description: the size of the brooch is 5.5 cm by 3.0 cm wide weight 1...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Horse Jockey Enamel Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Horse Jockey Enamel Pin. This gorgeous antique Victorian jockey pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold and silver. The pin...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

1960's Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Whimsical Fox Vintage Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized, whimsical fox depicted laughing and walking With poofy tail and pointed ears - engraved fur texture throughout Accented by platinum eyes bead set with round...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Cameo Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Crafted with a passion for tradition and a keen eye for detail, this enchanting pendant is a testament to the timeless beauty of hand-carved craftsmanship. The pendant features a str...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Pearl Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.75 carat.. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Please contact for ...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver 1.74ctw Diamond & Pearl Palmette Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, yellow gold and silver brooch or pendant, set with one round pearl, one teardrop shaped pearl, six old European cut diamonds, and seventy-five rose cut di...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Brooch set with diamonds 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt bicolour gold brooch set with single cut diamond, approximately 0.20 ct in total - F/G - VS/SI - size 5.0 cm x 3.0 cm detailed description: The size of the brooch is approxim...
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1990s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Brooch with moss agate and diamonds up to 0.20ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold brooch set with moss agate and brilliant cut diamond, approximately 0.20ct in total - F/G - VS/SI - size 6.5 cm x 3.0 cm detailed description: The size of the brooch...
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.25 CTW Sapphire Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold American Flag Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a white gold American flag comprised of sapphires, rubies, and diamonds Sapphires are round cut and transparent, medium to dark blue in color Weighing approximately 0.36...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Jelly Opal Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a horseshoe form featuring a row of jelly opal cabochons Transparent colorless body with spectral play-of-color Ranging in size from 2.5 to 3.5 mm round Bead set with ha...
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1870s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Diamond Wide Leaf Brooch Pin
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An elegantly designed brooch done in 18K yellow gold, prong set with approximately 1.20cttw in G-H color Vs1-2 clarity round prong set diamonds. Dimensions/Weight: Brooch measures...
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Victorian Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Butterfly Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized silver-topped butterfly with fanning antennae and spindly legs Accented by rose cut diamonds bead and bezel set throughout body and wings Weighing approximate...
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1860s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Platinum Fancy Diamond Emerald Spray Brooch Pin 5.80cttw G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautiful brooch c. the mid 1950’s done in platinum and set with approximately 2.70cttw in large round, marquise and baguette diamonds. Most stones average .15ct and are G-H color ...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Retro Brooch set with Diamonds pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Retro brooch set with rose cut and old mine cut diamonds diamonds up to 1.00ct - G/H - SI/Pique - pink gold and silver - 5 cm x 7.5 cm Detailed description The brooch is 5.0 cm wid...
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Early 20th Century European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Diamond Heart Brooch (5cts)
Located in London, GB
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your ensemble with this exquisite diamond heart brooch. Crafted in 18k gold, this stunning piece dates back to the glamorous 1960s and features 5c...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

French Antique 18K Gold & Silver Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Wing Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique ruby, sapphire, emerald, diamond, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising ten cushion shaped rubies, six cushion shaped sapphires, ten cushion shaped emeralds, and sixt...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 1950s 18K White Gold 1ctw Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A vintage diamond, and white gold brooch, comprising seventeen round brilliant cut diamonds, set in 18 karat white gold, with 18 karat white gold pin and fittings. This celestial ...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1 Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Diamond Monogram Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, this piece, which can be worn as either a pin or a pendant, displays...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Handcraft Cameo Coral 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Diamonds Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Diamond, Sapphire, Pearl and 12k Yellow Gold Shell Bar Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.82 carat diamond, 0.15 carat sapphire and pearl, 12 karat yellow gold shell bar brooch; part of our diverse antique brooch collections. This stunni...
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Early 1900s Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s Austrian 14K Gold Carved Rock Crystal & Diamond Orchid Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A vintage rock crystal, diamond, and white gold brooch, comprising an orchid flower carved from rock crystal, and five round brilliant cut diamonds, set in 14 karat white gold. Thi...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18K Le Vian Invisible Set Ruby Diamond Lobster Brooch RETIRED
Located in Winter Springs, FL
If you have ever wanted the rarest piece from Le Vian, well here you are. This is the coveted lobster brooch in the largest size done in 18K yellow gold with perfectly matched invis...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Brooch, 18k Gold and Platinum
Located in New York, NY
An Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Brooch made in 18k Gold and Platinum. The diamonds weigh 2.50 carats appx. The brooch weighs 21.47 grams. The length is 1.80 inches. SKU: 1528
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco 1920s Platinum Coral and Transitional Cut Diamond Jabot Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco platinum, coral, and diamond brooch, comprising two marquise shaped coral cabochons, and fourteen diamonds, set in platinum, with a platinum pin. This striking brooch r...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum

Antique Edwardian 15K Gold & Silver 1.72ctw Diamond Pearl Halley’s Comet Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian diamond, pearl, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising twenty-two old European cut diamonds, six rose cut diamonds, and fourteen seed pearls, set in silver, backed i...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Large Estate Diamond Turtle Brooch Tortoise Pin Diamondback Terrapin Anamalier
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most unusual and large turtle brooch bursting with a sparkling diamond encrusted shell. This extraordinary tortoise pin with 160 individually pave' set diamonds framed within highl...
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1960s Victorian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Fly Diamonds Emerald Rubies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
This fly-shaped brooch is a true masterpiece of jewelry, merging the charm of antiquity with a touch of modern flair. Exquisitely crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this creation combi...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian Platinum & 18K Gold 4.35tgw Garnet, Diamond & Pearl Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian garnet, pearl, and diamond, platinum and white gold brooch, comprising eighteen old European cut diamonds, four cushion shaped diamonds, and one round pearl, set in plat...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Enamel and Diamond Panda Brooch, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Enamel and Diamond Panda Brooch made in 18k Gold. From the year 1986. Clip signed VCA, numbered. SKU: 1501
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Late Deco 4.00ct Diamond Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Late Deco period, this mesmerising double clip brooch features a wonderfully elaborate design, encrusted with a total of 4.00 carat in diamonds. Across the centre are s...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 9kt rose gold and silver round Opal and diamond brooch/pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Edwardian 9kt rose gold and silver round Opal and diamond brooch/pendant. Tested positive for 9kt gold and silver. Made in England, Circa 1910 Dimensions - Weight: 12.00 gra...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, Silver

DAVID WEBB Platinum, 18k, Rock Crystal, Emerald & Diamond Frog Pendant Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold, Platinum, Rock Crystal, Diamond & Cabochon Emerald Frog Pendant / Brooch Vintage Circa 1980s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly coll...
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1980s American Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Platinum

Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 1ctw Diamond & Ruby Kookaburra Bird Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, diamond, ruby, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising fifty round cut diamonds, and one ruby cabochon, set in silver and 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow go...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Victorian 15K Gold & Silver 2.39ctw Diamond Crescent Brooch or Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, silver, and rose gold pendant or brooch, comprising sixty old mine and rose cut diamonds, set in silver, and backed in 15 karat rose gold, with 15 karat rose gold...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Large Vintage 1950s Palladium 2.9ctw Diamond Stylised Ear of Wheat Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A vintage diamond, and palladium brooch, comprising eighty-one round brilliant and single cut diamonds, and seven baguette cut diamonds, set in palladium, with palladium pin and fitt...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Palladium

Art Deco 1930s Platinum 2.27tgw Old Cut Diamond & Sapphire Brooch or Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco diamond, sapphire, and platinum brooch, comprising seventeen old European cut diamonds, and eleven French cut sapphires, set in platinum, with platinum pin and fittings. ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Marcus & Co Art Deco Diamond Pink Lavender Star Sapphire Platinum Brooch/Pendant
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Lyrical and romantic bar pin/pendant featuring a large and rare pink star sapphire with a stunning frame of diamonds and signed Marcus & Co. brooch consisting of approx. a 12.0 mm ro...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Flower Vase Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a very special flower brooch crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of design. The centre of the piece showcases an old pear cut diamond possessing ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Branch Brooch with Apple Blossom, Austria, 1960
Located in Heerlen, NL
- 18K. white gold branch brooch, Quartz leaf with saphirres and diamonds - Wenen 1960 with maker mark: WP. = Wenzel Passawa. - Weight: 11.12 gram - Size: 44 x 28 x 8 mm - ...
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1960s Austrian Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 1.50Ct Ruby and 0.60Ct Diamond 12k Yellow Gold Flower Brooch Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.50 carat ruby and 0.60 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set brooch; part of our diverse collection of floral brooches. This fine and im...
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1890s Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Art Nouveau French 18K Gold Old Pear Diamond Lorette Woman Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau French 18K Gold Old Pear Diamond Lorette Woman Stick Pin. This incredible stick pin is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pin features an undressed woman w...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch Lapis Lazuli leaf shape set with Diamonds, 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold Brooch with Lapis Lazuli leaf shape and set with brilliant cut diamonds 0.35 ct F/G VS/SI - 5.0 cm x 2.6 cm Detailed description The brooch is 5.0 cm wide and 2.6 cm...
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2010s European Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Brooch - 10k Single Cut Vintage Floral Filigree Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 10k White Gold, 10k Yellow Gold, & 10k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .04ct Cut: Single Color: G Clarity: S...
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1920s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold 18K Brooch 1960S
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond and Ruby on Yellow Gold 18K Brooch. Marked EM. Circa 1960. Total length: approx. 5.20 centimeters / 2.05 inches. Total width: approx. 3.30 centimeters / 1.30 inches. Total ...
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1960s European Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt White Gold Diamond Camellia Flower Brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
18Kt White Gold Diamond Camellia Flower Brooch Diamonds: 17 diamonds : 1,82 ct D/E color and IF/VVS Clarity Material: 18kt white gold Total weight: 28.3 gram Measurements: Length...
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1980s Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 18kt gold diamond and ruby crescent brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 18kt yellow gold rose - cut diamond and round faceted ruby crescent brooch with safety pin chain. Dimensions: Width: 2.7 cm Height: 2.7 cm Total weight: 4.00 gram...
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1890s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Meghna Jewels 2.94 carats ruby diamond 14K Gold Floral Pendant Brooch
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning brooch is set in 2.63 carats ruby and 1.28 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Meghna Jewels...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely 19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle. Realistically modeled with large cabochon garnet set in high gold prongs with body elements all detailed in rose and rough cu...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique 15.32 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Brooch, Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, stunning and impressive, large antique 15.32 carat diamond and platinum iris brooch; part of our diverse floral jewellery and estate jewelry...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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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