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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Ruby
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

1940s Whimsical Gold and Gem set Marimba Dancer Brooches
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Marimba Dancer brooches, these very whimsical and detailed Brooches are 14k Yellow Gold and each measure 1 1/2 inches in length X 1 inch, each is set with Rubies, Sapphir...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

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

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

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

The Bochic "Capri" Opal, Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Brooch In 22K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Gem, Ruby Fancy Sapphires Brooch Set in 22K Gold & Silver Multi gems - 36Carats It is a stunning piece of jewelry designed for versatility and ele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Topaz, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Peridot, Opal, Amethyst, Silver, G...

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

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

Tiffany & Co. " J. Schlumberger " Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Schlumberger diamond and emeradl bird on a branch brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The bird is made in platinum, body fully encrusted with round brilliant cut diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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

Antique French 18kt gold and silver Spider Brooch with Yellow Diamond and Pearl
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique French Victorian 18kt gold and silver spider brooch, crafted circa the 1890s. Featuring a cushion-cut yellow diamond body encased in a cluster of rose-cut diamonds, complemen...
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1890s French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

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

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

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

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

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

Unisex 9.99 Carat Carved Leaf Emerald Brooch with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Unisex 9.99 Carat Carved Leaf Emerald Brooch with Diamonds Made in 18K Gold which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and atte...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Retro Period 18 Karat Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An 18 karat gold 'Retro' period twirling ribbon brooch set with diamonds and aquamarines. The brooch whilst unsigned likely originates from the United States during the 1940s and has...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Demantoid Enamel Lady Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Demantoid Enamel Lady Stick Pin. This gorgeous Art Nouveau stick pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The pin features a lady that...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Diamond Platinum Pin
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated vintage brooch features a graduated assortment of diamonds that resemble the outline of a waning crescent moon. The timeless style is crafted in platinum with 29 r...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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

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

Antique Victorian 15K Gold & Silver 3.2ctw Old Cut Diamond Star Brooch & Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, yellow gold and silver brooch and pendant, comprising thirty-one old mine cut diamonds, and twelve rose cut diamonds, set in silver, backed in 15 yellow gold, wi...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Sterling Silver Black Rhodium 1.04tct Black Diamonds Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and bold elegance: the Black Rhodium Sterling Silver Arrow Pin, a timeless accessory that merges strength with refinement. Crafted with meti...
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Black Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

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

Antique 8.65Ct Aquamarine and 0.20Ct Ruby 21k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1840
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 8.65 carat aquamarine and 0.20 carat ruby, 21 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique Victorian brooch collections. This ex...
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19th Century Antique Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby, 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

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

18 Karat Gold Calibre Cut Amethyst Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold calibre cut channel set amethyst baguette diamond pendant necklace brooch. This extraordinary amethyst diamond circular pendant / broo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

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

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

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

14K White Gold Filigree Simulated Sapphire & Diamond Brooch/Pin #17099
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Filigree Simulated Sapphire and Diamond Brooch/Pin This stunning brooch features two simulated sapphires and one round brilliant cut diamond set in beautifully detail...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Italian 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Ruby Cat Brooch Brushed Textured Stripe Gold
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This cat figure crafted in 18k yellow gold captures a funny, playful, pouncing stance. The craftsmanship involves meticulous detailing to bring out the texture of the cat’s fur, the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Art Deco Diamond Brooch 1930S
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Diamond Brooch. Circa 1930. Total length: approx. 5.00 centimeters / 1.97 inches. Total width: approx. 2.80 centimeters / 1.10 inches. Total weight: 13.18 grams.
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Antique Georgian Silver and Yellow Gold 3.45ctw Old Cut Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian, diamond, gold, and silver brooch, comprising forty-three old mine cut and rose cut diamonds, and one large pear cut diamonds, set in silver, with a yellow gold backing, f...
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1830s British Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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

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

Antique Victorian 15K Gold & Silver 2.82ctw Old Cut Diamond Brooch & Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A late Victorian diamond, silver and yellow gold brooch and pendant, comprising forty-four old European cut diamonds, and seven rose cut diamonds, set in silver, with yellow gold pin...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cartier 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Diamond and Citrine En Tremblant Flower Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
A blooming jewel to elevate your collection. This two-tone Cartier 'en tremblant' flower brooch features a rose gold blossom with a citrine cabochon on four prongs, punctuated by a t...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches

Materials

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

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

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

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

Cartier 1992 Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Depicting Enameled Diamond Duck
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier 1992 Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Depicting green and blue enamel, the eye and tail set with brilliant-cut diamonds. Elevate your jewelry collection with...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A brooch instantly upgrades a suit or blazer, and none more so than this elaborate 18-karat yellow gold and diamond version. From Jewels Aficionado’s vintage collection, seven round-...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow 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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