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Brooches For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Antique 1920’s 18ct Gold Blue Enamel & Diamond Tortoise Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Tortoise Brooch 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Fabulous, antique tortoise brooch. Set with beautiful, blue enamel & gorgeous old cut diamo...
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Early 20th Century North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Diamond Sapphire Open Filigree Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - I Color - SI2 Clarity - 0.20ct (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single & Old European Cut - Pave...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Brooch/ Barrette set in 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
ITEM: Brooch or Hair Barrette PERIOD: Art Deco (1920s) METAL: 14K WHITE GOLD STONES: Diamonds and Sapphires CUT: Old European cut Diamonds and Baguette Sapphires CARAT WEIGHT: D...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Antique Edwardian Opal Seed Pearl 9ct Gold Brooch
Located in London, GB
Discover our exquisite doublet opal and seed pearl brooch. The central gemstone features a beautiful opal, radiating green-blue hues set in 9ct yellow gold. Complementing this opales...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Star Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.1 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.50 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Ruby Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 23.1 gram. Totally is diamond 3.05 ct. Totally is sapphire emerald and sapphire 1.80 ct. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Please contact for any q...
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Early 1900s Turkish Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Art Deco Style Bakelite Dress Clips
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of Art Deco style Bakelite dress clips. These brick red color carved Bakelite dress clips are decorated with two brass leaves each. ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Brass

Antique 2.5 Carat Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch Moscow circa 1910
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique 2.5 carat diamond Gold Pendant Brooch “Devant de Corsage” Moscow circa 1910 This decorative, openwork brooch can als o be worn as a pendant, featuirng a central rosette, ga...
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Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Edwardian Diamond 18K & Platinum Pin
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique Edwardian diamond 18K & platinum pin, circa 1910. This antique pin is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. The lozenge shaped Edwardian pin features a .75 carat cent...
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1910s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Déco Diamonds and Natural Pearls Barrette Brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
18K gold, platinum, rose-cut diamonds and Natural pearls Art Déco barrette brooch Natural pearls (LFG test undergoing) French craftsmanship from th...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Yellow Gold and Silver Brooch with Emeralds Diamonds and Rubies 1920
Located in Milano, IT
Extraordinary antique brooch dating from about 1920 hand-created in silver and 18k yellow gold with 78 diamonds, 94 emeralds and 24 rubies. It is definitely a finely crafted unique b...
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Early 20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Arts and Crafts Platinum Amethyst, Diamond, and Pearl Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Nouveau period amethyst brooch accented by natural pearls and European cut diamonds in a wire work mounting. Weighing 2.50 carats, the center amethyst is of rich vivid purple...
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1920s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian 1.54 CTW Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Antique Dagger Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized dagger comprised of mixed kite cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.47 carats total - G/H color with VS-SI2 Bezel set in platinum with yellow gold scroll mot...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Antique 14k gold rose cut diamond flower brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a lovely rose cut diamond bouquet flower brooch, dated back to the late 18th century / the beginning of the 19th century. Each flower in the brooch is adorned with a rose-c...
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18th Century European Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Apple Green Jade Diamond Stick Pin - Cravat Pin in Platinum & 18K Gold
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a very elegant Jadeite and diamond stick pin/cravat pin dating to the Edwardian to Art Deco period. The jadeite jade and old cushion cut diamond are set in platinum bezel...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Brooch in Platinum and 18 Karat Gold, circa 1920
Located in Goettingen, DE
Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Brooch in Platinum and 18K Gold, circa 1920 Decorative bar brooch set with three oval natural pearls in a fine entourage of rose cut diamonds set in p...
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1910s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum, Gold

Art Nouveau 14K Gold & Pearl Stick Pin - United States - Circa 1910
Located in Chatham, CA
Art Nouveau 14K yellow gold and pearl stick pin - featuring a flowing stylized floral design set with a single pearl (3 mm. diameter) - hand made - stamped 14K on the pin - United St...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Brooch - 14k European .37ctw Vintage Filigree Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Total Carats: .37ctw Cut: European Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Style: Brooch...
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1920s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 1920 Platinum And 14K Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 8.3 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 1.30 ct. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.80 ct. The diamon is has G-H-I color and vvs-vs clarity. Acid ...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Ruby, Diamond, Pearl Luckenbooth Heart Crown Circle Brooch, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century, Luckenbooth double witch's heart brooch, with one heart set with Burma rubies and the other set with old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, surmounted with a coronet, set with three, natural seed pearls, above a row of old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with a knife edge circular surround, set with alternating rubies and old-cut diamonds, in claw settings, mounted in 14ct gold, with the grain set diamonds in silver-upon-gold. American, circa 1910. Luckenbooth brooches are traditional Scottish love tokens. They are usually a heart shaped brooch, often with a crown or coronet above one heart, or two intertwined hearts, with similar motifs to the Claddagh ring. European Heart-shaped brooches date back to late medieval period but this design probably did not appear in Scotland before the 17th century. It became very popular in the 19th century, featuring in the ranges of Scottish manufacturing jewellers, for the Highland outfitter and tourist trades. They are typically made of silver, although gold heart brooches were made for wealthy people and may be engraved or set with stones. The name comes from the Luckenbooths of Edinburgh. Luckenbooth is a Scots word for a lockable stall or workshop. Originating in the 15th century, they were the city's first permanent shops, situated on the Royal Mile near St. Giles Cathedral. Initially housing mainly silversmiths and goldsmiths. They were demolished in 1817. The brooches were often given as a betrothal or wedding gift. It might have been worn as a charm, by a nursing mother to help her milk flow or be pinned to a baby’s clothing. It was also known as a witch-brooch to protect children from evil. By the mid-18th century, Luckenbooth tokens featured heavily as trade silver...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Edwardian 1910 Pair of Stick Pins In 14Kt Yellow Gold with Cat's Eye Moonstones
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque stick pins Very delicate pair of stick pins, created in England during the Edwardian belle époque period, back in the 1910. These pieces has been crafted in y...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 14k Gold 2.4mm Pearl Floral Brooch Pin w/ Enamel Work
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Seed Pearl - Round Shape - Stem Set - White/Gray Color - 2.4mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.08 Grams Clasp: Pin w/ Rotating Closure ...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold This gorgeous Edwardian circa 1890-1910s Brooch Pin is crafted in Platinum for the to...
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Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Iconic English Diamond Platinum Brooch Set
Located in New York, NY
Pair of exquisite iconic Art Deco brooches, set in platinum, each adorned with a approx. 7 carats in H/VS-Si diamonds. Total approx. 18 carats. Set comes in original fitted box from ...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Green and Clear Paste Stone Lizard Brooch circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Art Deco lizard brooch with green and clear paste stones, and red paste stone eyes. One eye has a replacement stone. The lizard was or...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Antique Pink Sapphire Diamond Turquoise & 14k Yellow Gold Insect Bar Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this stunning antique 19th century 14k yellow gold insect bar brooch, pin. This beautiful antique brooch is formed of a single barrette of gold, on whi...
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Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Art Deco Platinum Clip Brooch Amethyst 3 Ct Diamonds Unisex, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Deco Platinum Clip Brooch Amethyst 3 Ct Diamonds Unisex, 1920 This is a stunning Art Deco clip in Platinum, set with Diamonds of various sizes, total...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum

Austria Signed Multi-Color Glass and Rhinestone Vintage Fashion Brooch
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Brooch Diameter: 2.50″ Bin Code: A3 / P20 Step into a world of timeless glamour with this extraordinary vintage fashion brooch, signed by Aust...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Brooches

Antique Diamond Filigree Brooch
Located in Montgomery, AL
This antique piece was handcrafted sometime during the early twentieth century. The brooch features a center diamond measuring approximately 0.40 carats. The center diamond grades J ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Antique 15k Oval Citrine & Seed Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Bloomington, MN
Sweet 15k Oval Citrine & Seed Pearl Pin Brooch Elegantly designed, this brooch radiates sophistication with its 15k yellow gold craftsmanship. At its h...
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Diamond, Platinum And Gold Crown Brooch, Circa 1915
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond crown brooch, set with Edwardian and old-cut diamonds, mounted in yellow gold with platinum settings, circa 1915.
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1910s British Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

A 14 Carat Gold Pansy Brooch with Onyx and Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A brooch in the shape of a pansy with a 14 carat gold mounting (and with a metal safety clasp), the flower has been carved from one piece of onyx and is set in the heart with an old ...
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Early 1900s German Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Edwardian Diamond, Pearl, and Gold Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Edwardian stick pin. In 14k gold. Prong-set with an off-round, Old European cut white diamond that is flanked on each side by an off-round white pearl. Simply a wonderful a...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Emerald Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Totally is emerald 0.65 carat. Original Ar...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Circa 1920s Art Deco Platinum 2.50cttw Antique Marquise & French Cut Diamond Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.3grams Diamonds Details: Total Diamond Weight: 2.50ct, total weight Center Diamond: Antique Marquise, .50ct, G-H...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian "DEAREST" Bar Brooch - Hallmarked Chester 1904
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Edwardian bar brooch with floral coloured gold overlay, twisted wire, and granulation work, set with a small garnet doublet. The front panel is hinged and reveals a secret "DEAREST" message inside. Hallmarked Chester...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

French Art Deco 2.30ct Diamond Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This stunning French diamond brooch showcases the Art Deco style of the 1920s. The centre features five rub-over set diamonds, with a trio of 0.5...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Floral Bar Pin Set with Peridots and Seed pearls
Located in New York, NY
This Antique Art Nouveau continental silver floral bar pin displays a single flower comprised of 3 round and cut peridots and a central seed pearl with a surround of leaves inlaid t...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Silver

1920s 14K Yellow Gold Four Leaf Clover Enamel and Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.4 grams Pin Measurements: Diameter: 1 inches in length Condition: Excellent
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Boucheron Art Deco Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This sleek and sophisticated brooch was artfully designed and meticulously handcrafted by the esteemed French jeweler, Boucheron. Exquisite in every way, this linear brooch centers o...
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1920s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 carat... The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3. Original antique item. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.5 grams. Diamond totally is 0.90 carat. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. The diamond is has diamond H-I-J-K-L-M color and vs-s1-s2-s3-Pique ...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver and Marcasite Leaf Brooch
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco sterling silver textured leaf brooch studded with marcasites. The back is smooth. Measuring length 3.7 cm / 1.45 inches by width 3.5 cm / 1.37 inches. There is wea...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
Volute Art Nouveau silver and 18K gold pendant brooch. Old-cut and rose-cut diamonds. Small old-cut diamond tassel. 1900s Art Nouveau Total estimated diamond weight : 0.50 carat Two hoops on the back allow to wear it as a pendant Dimensions : 43 x 35 mm Gross weight : 7.90g _____________________________ Pendentif formant broche Art Nouveau...
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco brooch in platinum and Diamonds 2 to 3 Carats 1910 1920
Located in Paris, FR
Barrette brooch in platinum setting 25 old-cut and half-cut diamonds between 2 and 3 carats of diamonds. Dog head hallmark for Platinum French Work from the 1910s 1920s Length: 8.5 c...
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1910s French Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Fine Ruby, Diamond and Enamel Brooch Circa 1925
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Art Deco long bow brooch of openwork floral design featuring diamonds, rubies and black enamel crafted in Platinum. In fine condition and case in its original box. Diamonds: A mixtu...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Opal brooch gold Australian Natural Crystal Opal Art Nouveau Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptional piece - Art nouveau Opal Brooch from original catalogue of french jeweller Edouard Aimé Arnould, circa 1910 opal origin - Australia...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Clip in Gold, Platinum, and Diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
This is a stunning Art Deco clip from the 1920s, made of 18-carat gold and platinum, set with diamonds of various sizes, including baguette and half-cut diamonds, totaling approximat...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Opal Pendant Stick Pin Antique Yellow Gold Original 1920's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's Art Deco Opal Pendant Stick Pin Antique Yellow Gold Featuring a Genuine Natural Round Cabochon Opal Gemston...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Aqua and Onyx Brooch - 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Art Deco Aqua and Onyx Brooch, a vintage masterpiece that captures the essence of the Art Deco era. Crafted in lustrous 14K white ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1900s Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold Oar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set oar brooch - boxed; part of our antique Edwardian jewellery co...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Platinum

1900s 3.55 Carat Aquamarine and 0.59 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.55 carat aquamarine and 0.59 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and platinum set brooch; part of our diverse antique aquamarine jewellery c...
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Deco diamond and aquamarine brooch
Located in London, GB
An outstanding piece of Art Deco elegance, this brooch has a central modified emerald cut aquamarine of approx. 9 carats and old mine cut diamonds measuring approx 4 carats. The ston...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Ammendola Oval Hand Carved 2 Ladies Italian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in beverly hills, CA
Vintage shell cameo brooch, meticulously hand-carved from Italian cornelian shell. This exquisite piece showcases intricate craftsmanship wi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

Edwardian Turquoise Cabochon & Diamond Clover Floral Antique Brooch Art Deco
Located in Addison, TX
Introducing a stunning Art Deco brooch that exudes timeless elegance and charm. This exquisite piece features a clover-shaped design adorned with three captivating turquoise cabochon...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.76 ct. The diamond is has H color and s2. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold and Diamond Painted Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Summerland, CA
Lovely 18k gold frame around intricately painted portrait of a beautiful lady adorned with five diamonds. Wonderful example of renaissance revival. Hallmarked 750 on the back. Ca...
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1920s Italian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Belle Epoque 2.50 Ct Diamond Emerald Plaque brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Belle Epoque wide brooch is 1910 ca Skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold warm rose color topped by silver Beautiful past artwork expressed in a large oval plaqu...
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1910s European Belle Époque Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

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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