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Brooches For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Chanel Pink Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Pink camellia brooch. Not signed jewelry. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Daimeter: 7.5 cm Seller Reference: BRB145
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Double Dachshund Dog Pendant Angel Halo Vintage 14k Gold Diamond Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage double Dachshund pendant/brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). Diamonds are set into the halos and total an estimated 0.09 carats (esti...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Chanel Grey Corduroy Velvet Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Grey corduroy velvet camellia brooch. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 10 cm Seller Reference: BRB44
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Chanel Black Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black camellia brooch. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 7 cm Seller Reference: BRB140
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Vintage 6.68 Carat Aquamarine Pearl Diamond White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 6.68 carat aquamarine, cultured pearl and 0.13 carat diamond, 18 karat and 14 karat white gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k and 14k white gold. The upper portion of this stunning vintage brooch has been crafted in a spray design, composed of textured asymmetrical, interlacing 14k white gold ribbon ornamentation. The spray design is embellished with four impressive cultured pearls. The brooch is further ornamented with an impressive 18k white gold four claw set 6.68ct emerald cut aquamarine to the terminal of the design. The stunning aquamarine is suspended from an impressive four claw set 0.13ct modern brilliant round cut diamond, completing the design. The vintage aquamarine brooch...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Chanel Black Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Black camellia brooch. Not signed jewelry. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 9 cm Seller Reference: BRB127
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1990s Brooches

Hermès Brooch Lapel Pin Horse Shaped Golden
Located in FR
Lovely Authentic Hermès Lapel Pin In shape of a horse Made of non-precious golden metal Vintage Item Colorway: golden Main photo made at sunlight / the others at shadow "HERM...
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

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

Vintage Stylised Haematite Chrysanthemum Demi-Parure 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Stylised Chrysanthemum & Haematite Brooch and Earring Set. A timeless design reminiscent of Marcel Boucher and eternally elegant and chic. An unsigned beauty. A rare treas...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

French Belle Epoque Diamonds Floral Pattern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Characteristic of its time, this feminine antique brooch is engraved in the center with a floral design punctuated by small rose-...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

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

Chanel Brown Velvet Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Brown velvet camellia brooch. Not signed on the back. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 8.5 cm Seller Reference: BRB9
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1980s French Vintage Brooches

Chanel Pink Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Pink camellia brooch. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 8 cm Seller Reference:
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1990s French Brooches

Chanel Black Woven Fabric Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black woven fabric camellia brooch. Signed plate on the back. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 5.5 cm Seller...
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1990s French Brooches

Dior Heart Brooch with Crown and Ornamented with Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Silvery and golden metal brooch representing a heart topped with a crown and entirely ornamented with rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Ver...
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1990s French Brooches

Rare Maison Gripoix Flower Basket Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual Maison Gripoix Flower Basket Brooch from the 1950's. Crafted in a manner no longer possible with various blooms of hand made poured glass set in a filigree basket wi...
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1950s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Platinum bar brooch set with sapphires and diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Platinum bar brooch set with calibre cut sapphires and round brilliant diamonds. Made in Circa 1940's X - ray tested positive for platinum. Dimensions: Length x width: 6.4...
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1940s European Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Dior Hardstone Brooch Ornamented with Hardstones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Silvery metal brooch ornamented with hardstones. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 7 cm x 7 cm Seller Reference: BR149
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1990s Brooches

Tiffany & Co. Estate Large X Brooch Pin Silver by Paloma Picasso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Large X Brooch Pin Silver By Paloma Picasso TIF356 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS!! FREE SHIPPING Gra...
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Silver

Chanel Orange Camellia Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Orange camellia brooch. Not signed jewelry. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 9 cm Seller Reference: BRB123
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Large Countess Cis Double Plum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Countess Cis Bakelite Double Plum Brooch from the 1960's. Designed with large bakelite "plums" set into gilt bronze filigree band with hand enamel leaves. Cabochons are pale amy...
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1960s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Star Pin Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Star Pin Brooch Metal: 10.2 grams Dimensions: 40 x 44mm Signed: ©Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 925
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rosebud Retro Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This elegant flower brooch features a blooming rose formed from small, flowing gold plates. The clasp is a pin with safety hook. ...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio Retro Yellow and White 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Mellerio dits Meller CIRCA: 1950s MATERIALS: 18K Gold GEMSTONE: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds GEMSTONE 2: Ruby WEIGHT: 21 grams MEASUREMENTS: 1 1/4” x 1 3/8” HALLMARKS: M...
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Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique Garnet Cabochon Gold Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Antique Garnet Cabochon Gold Brooch. Early 20th Century. Total length: approx. 6.70 centimeters / 2.64 inches. Total width: approx. 1.25 centimeters / 0.49 inches. Total weight: 12...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Countess Cis Bakelite Cherry Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Countess Cis Bakelite Cherry Brooch from the 1960's. Designed with a bakelite cherries with hand enamel leaves set into gilt bronze filigree settings. Unsigned but recognized as...
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1960s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Vintage 5 Carat Diamond Samurai Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage lare unuswal 18k gold brooch in samurai figure with estimate brilliant cut diamonds weight 5 carats H color white vs clearity and natural navy blue sapphires and nutural rubies
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Coral, Diamonds, Sapphires, Onyx, Agate, Platinum and 18 Kt White Gold 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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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Agate, Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Christian Lacroix Heart Brooch, 1993
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch representing a heart. Jewelry from the 1993 collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensio...
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20th Century French Brooches

Countess Cis Bakelite Plum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Countess Cis Bakelite Plum Brooch from the 1960's. Designed with a large bakelite "plum" set into gilt bronze filigree band with hand enamel leaves. Unsigned but recognized as a...
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1950s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass

Dior Golden Metal Heart Brooch
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Golden metal heart brooch with rhinestones and tiny pearly cabochons. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 3 cm x 3 cm Seller Reference: BR131
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1990s Brooches

Mid-20th Century White Gold Bird Brooch with Pavé Diamonds and Ruby Accents
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This brooch is a beautiful and timeless piece. It is crafted in white gold and measures 5 cm by 7 cm, making it the perfect size for any outfit. Designed to look like a stylized bird...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco brooch with diamonds stunning in 18k rosegold/whitegold
Located in Berlin, BE
Prepare to be enchanted by the timeless elegance of this breathtaking 18k rose and white gold brooch. Adorned with a total of 36 old-cut diamonds, each shimmering with a weight rangi...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

René Kern 0.75ct Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Bird Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautifully intricate brooch from René Kern is shaped in the likeness of a bird sat atop a branch. Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, the bird is brought to life with coloured ena...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Charming Climbing Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Climbing Turtle Brooch from the 1960's, likely made by Jomaz. High quality faux with large sapphire cab belly with pave accents on a gilt branch. Unmarked. 1960's USA. 1.5" ...
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1960s American Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Sequin Swarovski Butterfly
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Sequin Swarovski Butterfly brooch. Saint Laurent used this motif in many designs including hair pieces, accessories and clothes. Hand sequined...
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Butterfly Diamond Enamel Gold 18K Pendant convertible Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Butterfly Diamond Enamel Gold 18K Pendant convertible Brooch. Wings are movable. Total length: approx. 1.40 centimeters / 0.55 inch. Total width: approx. 3.20 centimeters / 1.26 inc...
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Late 20th Century Aesthetic Movement Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Vintage Christian Dior Pink & Brown Art Glass Brooch 1962
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Dior Glass Brooch created by Dior in 1962. Crafted in gold plated metal with claw set pink and brown art glass stones in a variety of fa...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

1938 ElsaSchiaparelli CouturePagan DeposeFrance FeatherCrystalGold Bird Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Unusually decorated with small partridge feathers like the yellow-gold gilt necklace commissioned by Elsa Schiaparelli (1890-1973) that is featured on the front-and-back covers and centerfold of the French costume-jewelry hardcover book, Lina Baretti Parures, by Patrick Mauries, this unique pave-crystal yellow-gold gilt metal partridge-on-a-branch brooch is further distinguished as an unsigned Parisian-couture piece for Italian-born Schiaparelli with its combination of embossed text "Made In France" and "Modele Depose", along with the trombone clasp often used in the early 20th Century for custom-made French small brooches. The book centerfold on pages 90-91 shows a closeup of the feathered necklace created by French-born Corsican Baretti, whose intricate decoration often mixed ready-made textural or shiny materials like velvet, cork, wire, rhodoid or raffia with custom-made metal, plastic or glass by specialized Parisian workshops such as Gripoix. The Baretti-book caption about the attributed necklace notes: "Collier realise pour Elsa Schiaparelli. Liege, soie, cannetille, perles de verre et plumes de perdix. Chaine en metal." While none of the captions date this necklace--which could have been from the same commission as our brooch--Baretti created one-of-a-kind jewelry for Schiaparelli from the 1930s until the early 1950s when the fashion designer retired. Our brooch was most likely made for a fashion-show debut of one of Schiaparelli's themed clothing collections in the late 1930s for which she commissioned many costume-jewelry paruriers including Baretti. See our photo of a Schiaparelli 1930s...
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1930s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal

Art Deco Diamond Brooch 1930S
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Diamond Brooch. Circa 1930. Total length: approx. 4.50 centimeters. Total width: approx. 2.30 centimeters. Total weight: 13.81 grams.
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful butterfly brooch crafted in 18ct yellow gold. It features Sapphires, emeralds and diamonds on the wings and it is finished with cabochon ruby eyes. It also h...
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Pansy Pendant and Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 8.1 grams Diamond: Old Mine Brilliant, .05ct, G Color, VS Clarity Pearls: Natural seed pearls around the fl...
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Late 17th Century Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 18K Gold 9.31tgw Rubellite Tourmaline, Ruby & Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Art Deco white gold, rubellite tourmaline, ruby, and diamond dress clips, each comprising one emerald cut rubellite tourmaline, eight square cut rubies and thirty-one old c...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Art Deco 1920s Platinum 2.88tgw Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco, sapphire, diamond, and platinum brooch, comprising eight calibre step cut blue sapphires, one large old European cut diamond, and fifty-six smaller old European and sing...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Valentino Garavani Jeweled Bowtie Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite Valentino Garavani couture pin brooch boasts a dimensional gilt metal bowtie-shaped framing, all paved with tiny clear crystal rhinestones. The piece has a security cl...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold and Platinum 2.2ct Diamond Arrow Jabot Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco white gold, platinum, and diamond brooch, comprising twenty-seven old cut diamonds, set in platinum, and backed 18 karat white gold, with a white gold pin. This strikin...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Georgian Silver & 9K Gold Diamond Foliate Openwork Brooch in Fitted Case
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian diamond, silver, and rose gold brooch, comprising forty-seven old mine cut diamonds, set in silver, backed in 9 karat rose gold, with 9 karat rose gold pin and fittings. ...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Art Deco Diamond Brooch 1930S
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Important Diamond Brooch. Circa 1930. Length: approx. 7.80 centimeters / 3.07 inches. Width: approx. 3.70 centimeters / 1.46 inches. Total weight: 35.16 grams.
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby And Sapphire Butterfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.1 grams. Totally is diamond 2.20 ct. The diamond is has F-G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.84 ct. Totally is sapphire 0.5...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Estate Brooch 14k Scarecrow Signed Italian Designer Uno A-Erre
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is a 14k Italian made scarecrow brooch. The details on this piece are really nice and you can tell how well crafted this piece is. The head is a white pearl and the brooch is ...
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

1950s Platinum & Vari-Cut Diamond Flower Spray Brooch
Located in London, GB
A fabulous classic from the mid 20th century that adds glamour and sparkle to a cocktail dress, lapel or blouse. This eye-catching floral brooch depicts small flower clusters in bri...
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Pendant/Brooch- This lovely cameo brooch features a beautiful lady in profile detailed with a stunning frame of seed pearls. Can be worn as a pendant or ...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Déco Brooch, Platinum 950 With Diamonds Circa 7.5 Carat, Made ca 1930
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautifully crafted elegant legant Art Déco platinum brooch with numerous old cut diamonds. Elongated shape with fine open work hand made milgrain setting, centered with a larger s...
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1920s Serbian Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Countess Cis Berry Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Countess Cis Berry Brooch from the 1960's. Designed with a deep blue glass berries with molded citrine glass leaves set into gilt bronze filigree settings. Unsigned but recogniz...
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1960s French Artisan Vintage Brooches

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S1992 Pearl Heart Gold Collection 28 Clip Earrings Brooch
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing a truly exceptional find: the Chanel Spring/Summer 1992 Collection 28 earrings and brooch set. Crafted with meticulous detail, this exquisite ensemble features faux pearl...
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1990s French Brooches

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Citrine Ribbon Design Brooch, 14 Karat Yellow & Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. vintage ribbon design brooch exudes classic elegance and timeless charm. Crafted from luxurious 14 karat yellow and rose gold, this exquisite piece features a beautifully detailed ribbon motif adorned with vibrant citrine gemstones. The centerpiece of the brooch is a dazzling oval-cut citrine, nestled gracefully within the heart of the ribbon, radiating warmth and luminosity. Flanking the central citrine are two shield-cut citrine gemstones, adding a touch of symmetry and balance to the design. Each gemstone is meticulously set within the intricate framework of the ribbon. This stunning brooch is a testament to the brand's legacy of elegance and sophistication, making it a cherished addition to any jewelry collection. Whether worn as a statement piece for special occasions or as an everyday accessory, the Tiffany & Co. vintage ribbon necklace...
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1940s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

1950s Sterling Silver and Agate Rebajes Signed Pin Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This incredible 1950s pin pendant boasts an excellent combination of sterling silver and natural agate by Rebajes! This is the tour de force Rebajes piece. If you can only own one Re...
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Dial Telephone Brooch
Located in Zurich, CH
Extraordinary 14 karat white gold and diamond dial telephone brooch from the second half of the 20th Century. Whimsical brooch designed as a three-dimensional 1960s dial telephone. ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-War Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique and Vintage Brooches

Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones.

Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.

At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric.

Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.

Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.

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