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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Sapphire
Gemstone: Ruby
Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with colored enamel.
The gems are mount-flush set in the gold “wings” and bezel set in the butterfly’s “body”. The “head” and “wings” feature rose cut diamonds. The butterfly’s body is made of fancy colored diamonds, orange brown, and brownish orange.
This vibrant butterfly pin brooch is very cheerful and optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel fully fits the description.
Lovely colorful pin is made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold, set with white diamonds, fancy colored diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The diamonds are rose cut, pear and round brilliant cut, H-I color VS clarity. The emeralds are pear, oval and round faceted cut. The rubies and sapphires are round faceted cut.
The Victorian brooch measures 2 ¼” x 1 ¾” (5.7 x 4.2 cm) and weighs 18.6 grams.
The butterfly brooch was created in the 1900s and stamped with a hallmark for 18 karat gold and unidentified maker's mark.
History of Insect Jewelry:
Insect jewelry carries a diverse symbolism and has deep historic roots. To us, these pieces serve as a reminder of the delicate beauty that designers found in nature.
Scarab Beetles
In ancient Egypt, scarab beetles were associated with the Sun God Ra. They symbolized regeneration and protection. Scarabs were often used in amulets, and seals to bring good luck and ward off evil.
Bees and Butterflies
Bees were revered in ancient Greece and Rome and seen as symbols of diligence and cooperation. Honey, a product of bees, was also associated with sweetness and fertility. Butterflies, with their transformation from caterpillar to butterfly, were seen as symbols of metamorphosis and the soul's journey.
Insect Jewelry Resurgence
In the 19th century, during the Victorian era, there was a resurgence of interest in nature-inspired jewelry. It often incorporated real insect specimens preserved in resin. This trend was influenced by the Victorian fascination with the natural world and scientific discoveries of the time.
The Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th - early 20th centuries embraced organic forms and drew inspiration from nature. Insect motifs, such as dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles, were prominent in Art Nouveau jewelry. These pieces featured flowing lines and delicate designs.
Today, insect jewelry continues to be equally loved by designers and jewelry buyers. For example, dragonflies are often associated with change and self-realization, while butterfly brooches symbolize transformation and beauty. Bees are still seen as symbols of hard work, community, and productivity.
About Victorian Jewelry:
Victorian jewelry is dated from 1837 to 1901. The era’s name was inherited from Queen Victoria who reigned during that time. Her significant input shaped the jewelry style of that time.
To navigate in such a vast period, historians divide it into following parts:
• The Early Victorian or Romantic
• The Middle of Grand Victorian
• The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Era
Different materials, gemstones and techniques were popular specifically for each era. Some styles though remained in favor longer than during just one period. For instance, hair jewelry made its way from the Romantic to the Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era.
Early Victorian Jewelry
As to the Queen influence, Romantic Period jewelry had well pronounced sentimental vibes. It was the time when young Queen Victoria was in love with her husband, Prince Albert. And the whole nation admired their relationship. Cameos, matching brooches, miniature portraits and lockets reflected the likeness of loved ones. After Albert’s passing in 1861, the Early Victorian Period ended, and The Grand era began.
Grand Victorian Jewelry
After the incandescent bulb invention in 1870s, diamond jewelry started thriving like never before. Diamonds, being placed under the electric light, revealed their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating.
Besides Victorian diamond jewelry...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Gold, Pearl and Ruby Frog Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian pearl frog brooch, set with natural seed pearls and cushion-cut ruby eyes, mounted in 18ct yellow gold, with an 18ct stamp, English, circa ...
Category
Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sea Urchin Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Gender: Ladies
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold
Diameter: 1.00 inches
Weight: 17.02 grams
18K Yellow Gold Diamond and ruby vintage brooch. The metal was tested a...
Category
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jardiniére Multi-Gem and Diamond Platinum Brooch, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A Jardiniére brooch, mounted in platinum, with a diamond bowl set with round brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, with carved rubies and cabochon-cut sapphires and emeralds depicting...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Natural Emerald and Ruby Turtle Brooch in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Emerald and Ruby Turtle Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorn...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Flag of the United States Brooch Rubies Sapphires Diamonds 14K Gold
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Rubies = 1 Carats
Sapphires = 0.50 Carats
Diamonds = 0.60 Carats
( Color: F, Clarity: VS )
Metal: 14K Gold
Dimensions: 27 x 43 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Whimsical Elephant Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Enamel Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Whimsical three dimensional walking (strutting) elephant brooch made of 18k yellow gold. Highly stylized so you can see the creases around his legs and the wrinkles in his trunk. - a...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Hummingbird Brooch Pendant #14605
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Brooch/Pendant JAGi Certified-
This lovely hummingbird brooch features seven round brilliant cut diamonds and 13 round rubies set in be...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique (Edwardian) 9K 375 Yellow Gold Shield Australian Bar Brooch by Willis
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Beautifully crafted in 9K Yellow Gold,
this stunning Bar Brooch
is Edwardian, i.e. dating from the turn of XX century
Of elegant elongated design,
it features 2 horizontal bars w...
Category
Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Antique Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold
14K Gold GIA Ruby Diamond & Carved Emerald 3D Bird on Branch Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(7) Lab Rubies - Old Round Cut - Prong Set - Pinkish Red Color - 3.7-4.2mm (approx.)
(3) Natural Genuine Rubies - Oval Cabochon Cut- Burma - No Heat - Prong Set - 2.50c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Antique Style Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This is an impressive vintage inspired brooch set in 18k white gold featuring a gorgeous oval cut blue sapphire gemstone measuring 6 x 5 mm. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Butterfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.9 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.90 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Totally is emerald ruby and sapphire 1.20 ct.
...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian 9K Gold Fly Pin or Brooch with Diamonds, Rubies, and Sapphire
Located in Venice, CA
Perched in the center of this 9k gold brooch is a beautiful jewel encrusted Victorian fly. The fly has ruby eyes, a Rose Cut diamond as its thorax, and e...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Color Sapphire Pair of Birds Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely stunning pair of birds brooches made with multi color sapphires. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Handcrafted with attention to detail.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond & Sapphire Bonnet & Ribbon Brooch in 18K Rose & Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
1940's Diamond and Sapphire Bonnet (Hat) and Ribbon Brooch crafted in 18K Rose and Yellow Gold. This exquisite pin/brooch weighs 34.86 grams and features a prong setting, showcasing ...
Category
1940s European Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Luxury design Brooch high workmanship quality 25.74 gram natural sapphire 1.73ct
Located in bangkok, TH
Name: 25.74gram luxury design brooch top workmanship
Main stone weight: 1.73ct natural sapphire royal blue
Side stone : CZ
Material: Sil...
Category
2010s Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Silver, Silver Plate
Irish Tara Brooch in 18K yellow Gold set with Emeralds, Rubies, and Sapphires
Located in Dublin, IE
This unique Tara Brooch is set with 3 square Emeralds (.30ct.) cabochon and marquise cut Rubies (.90ct) and three cabochon Sapphires (.60ct.). This 18K yellow gold brooch has a self ...
Category
Early 2000s Irish Modern Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby Emerald Diamond Lion Cub Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Lion cub 18k yellow gold brooch with ruby, emerald and white diamonds. Signed CF. Hand textured.
12 single cut diamonds approx. total weight .15cts, H, VS - SI
Two 2.5mm genuine E...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Palladium Gold GIA 7.60ct Burma Ruby Diamond Enamel Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(41) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Shared Prong Set - Purplish Red Colors - 5-7ctw (approx. based on GIA measurements)** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info **
Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set - 0.60ctw (approx.)
Total Carat Weight: 7.60 (approx.)
Material: Solid Palladium...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Palladium, Enamel
Natural Blue Sapphire Long Flower Brooch Pin in Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Blue Sapphire Long Flower Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and ado...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Spiky Round Hedgehog Brooch with Ruby Eyes Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This delightful little hedgehog brooch, set in 14 karat yellow gold, is a charming and whimsical piece of jewelry. The round shape of the hedgehog is adorned with an array of gold sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mouse Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorable antique Victorian in yellow gold with ruby eyes.
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Weight: 7.9 Grams
Measurements: 55.9 x 12 mm
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian era 14k gold diamond ruby shamrock brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a Victorian era 14K gold brooch, featuring a delicate three-leaf shamrock.
At the heart of the shamrock lies a vivid purplish-red ruby cabochon, radiating a rich and captiv...
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Platinum Diamond Coral Pearl Parrot Brooch/Necklace on Bar Branch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Platinum Diamond Coral Pearl Parrot Brooch on Bar Branch is a gorgeous bird pin featuring a parrot made of fine coral and diamonds. This parrot ...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Artisan Brooches
Materials
Coral, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Georgian Filigree Gold, Piqué and Ruby Butterfly Brooch Circa 1830
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulous Georgian gold filigree and cannetille detailed pique butterfly brooch adorned with ruby eyes dating from circa 1830. The wonderful early 19th century brooch has a highly detailed and hand formed gold body a top two round, faceted ruby eyes sit from which masterfully crafted proboscis protrude. The wings are further adorned with inlaid gold leaf shaped pieces and centrally set highly ornate gold cannetille work relate from the body of the butterfly. A fabulous piece of antique jewellery history...
Category
Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapel Pin American Flag Ruby Sapphire Diamonds 42x35MM 18K 13.2g
Located in Chicago, IL
Lapel Pin American Flag Ruby Sapphire Diamonds 42x35MM 18K 13.2g
American Flag Pin/brooch featuring 134 Round brilliant cut natural diamonds we estimate 1.34CT total weight (G-H in ...
Category
2010s Unknown Federal Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Synthetic Ruby Art Deco Solitaire Brooch - 14k Sq .40ct Vintage Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco
Date: 1920s - 1930s
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Synthetic Ruby
Carats: .40ct
Cut: Square
Color: Red
Total Carats: .40ct
Style: Solitaire Brooch...
Category
1920s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Victorian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Insect Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Insect Brooch
18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Fabulous, Victorian diamond encrusted insect brooch. A pretty little fly-lo...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 5.18 CTW Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Herme Intaglio Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped sapphire cabochon weighing approximately 5.18 carats - bezel set with flat face up
Transparent light blue in color and carved with an intaglio of the Greek ...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Art Deco 1.50 Cttw Diamond 0.45 Cttw Sapphire Bow Pin Pendant
Located in Troy, MI
Your style is all neatly "tied up" in a bow with this vintage intricately pierced Art Deco pin with 1.50 Cttw old mine and old european cut diamonds edged with 0.45 Cttw square step...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Big Blue Sapphire Bumble Bee Brooch Pin in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Big Blue Sapphire Bumble Bee Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorned ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Elegant 14K Gold Ruby and Seed Pearl Crescent Floral Brooch with Fleur-de-Lis In
Located in London, GB
Elegant 14K Gold Ruby and Seed Pearl Crescent Floral Brooch with Fleur-de-Lis Inlaid Design
This exquisite brooch probably dates back to circa 1900 or later and is a testament to cr...
Category
Early 1900s European Early Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver Ruby Studded Statement Bumble Bee Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This Ruby Studded Statement Bumble Bee Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and ado...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Extraordinary 30.00 Ct Blue Moonstone Gemset Fancy Cat Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Extraordinary Fancy cat brooch pre 1970 circa- Italian origin
Hand crafted as unique piece of jewelry – no other one like this – solid 18 KT white gold
Marvelous Cut face created wit...
Category
1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Pearl Crescent Moon Brooch #14776
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorgeous 14K gold crescent moon brooch with 10 blue sapphires and 13 pearls!
Pearls: 1.9-3.2mm
2.08cts in natural blue sapphires. Eye clean, medium light violet blue color, good cu...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gargoyle Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.84 carat
Transparent vibrant medium blue - set with talon prongs
With a highly rendered surround of two gargoyle heads
Back ...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Sapphire Gold Multi-strand Bead Necklace and Double Flower Brooches
Located in Miami, FL
Bask in the beauty of this refreshingly decadent Diamond Sapphire 18K Gold Flower Multistrand Ombre Necklace Brooch!
This necklace has 5 ombre strands of light to dark-colored genu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Faraone Rubies Brooch 60's
Located in Milano, MI
As we would expect from Faraone this brooch boasts the highest quality rubies and diamonds together with an elaborate design typical of the goldsmiths from the era. A real gem that c...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Sapphire Art Deco Bar Brooch - 14k Round .24ct Vintage Milgrain Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco
Date: 1920s - 1930s
Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Sapphire
Treatment: Heating
Carat(s): .24ct
Cut: Round
Color: Blue
Tot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.05 CTW Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clover Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a three-leaf clover comprised of round cut sapphires
Weighing approximately 1.05 carats total
Transparent medium blue in color
Prong set with gold stem
Completed by gol...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Etruscan Brooch Star Set Ruby Centre
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Brooch
15ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
Fabulous Victorian Brooch with the Most Beautiful Etruscan Detailing.
Measures Approx Length 40.5mm & Width 9.6mm with a Little...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Sabbadini Large Mystery Set Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
By Sabaddini
Located in Miami, FL
This outstanding Collectable flower brooch pin was designed by Sabbadini, Italy. It is handcrafted in solid 18K yellow gold weighing approx. 69.9 grams. It features a flowerhead desi...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Sapphire Diamond Brooch 20 carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This 18K Sapphire Diamond brooch is unique as it has over 20 carats of Sapphires. These Sapphires are oval cut and of different colors of Sapphires, from...
Category
Early 2000s North American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Silver 2.33ctw Old Cut Large Diamond Open Filigree Oval Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Synthetic Sapphire - Oval Cut - Bezel Set w/ Milgrain - Royal Blue Color - 10x7mm (approx.)
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Bezel Set - I Color - I...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Silver
Diamond sapphire green emerald and ruby brooch 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous art deco parrot brooch in 18k white and yellow gold.
Composed of round brilliant diamonds, green Colombian emerald, blue sapphire and ruby gemstones all mounted in 18k white...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 2.34 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Origami Bird Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized origami bird featuring baguette and calibré cut sapphires
Weighing approximately 2.16 carats total - medium transparent blue in color
Channel set on platinum w...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Gold 1920’s Cat Brooch Ruby eyes Diamond drop collar cultured pearl at paws
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cat Brooch
18ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1920’s
A fabulous, antique, yellow gold kitty. Sitting pretty with little natural ruby eyes, diamond ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1980's Large Yellow and Golden Orange Sapphire Gold Flower Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Big and bold in design! This 18k yellow gold Flower pin features 28.60 carats of round brilliant-cut genuine yellow Sapphire in
different shades of color from yellow to orange.
It...
Category
1990s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
Belle Époque Diamond And Sapphire Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Of openwork design with central round sapphire cabochon approximately 2.5ct to an old brilliant-cut diamond scrolling surround approximately 1.5ct, circa 1880, mounted in platinum an...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Austrian 14k Rose Gold, Synthetic Sapphire, & Rose Cut Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Austrian stick pin.
In 14 karat rose gold mounting with a silver top.
Center set with a circa 0.6ct round mixed cut synthetic blue sapphire (transparency: transparen...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Webb Turquoise, diamond and ruby swan brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Webb Turquoise, diamond and ruby swan brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum
The brooch features a swan set with cabochon cut turquoise body, and round brilliant cut diamonds. Accen...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Artist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sonia Bitton Pink Sapphire & Tsavorite 14K Flower Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a Designer statement Brooch Pin by Sonia Bitton hand-crafted in 14K yellow gold with genuine pink sapphires and Tsavorite gemstones.
The three-layer flower motif brooch i...
Category
1980s Vintage Brooches
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite
Cartier Art Deco Diamond, Sapphire, and Platinum Arrow Jabot Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco diamond and calibre sapphire jabot brooch in the form of an arrow, in platinum and 18k gold. Cartier #9.L7735, original box.
The delicate scale allows this to serve as an attractive but not overly dressy accent on a lapel or turtleneck. Would also pair beautifully with another Cartier arrow jabot...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Flower Sapphire Brooch with Diamonds & Green Garnets
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Flower Sapphire Brooch with Diamonds & Green Garnets
11 Sapphires - 4.41 CT
450 Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds - 9.68 CT
231 G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, White Gold
Herbert Rosenthal Vintage Diamond and Ruby Bee Brooch pinThis charming Vintage 1
Located in Miami, FL
This charming Vintage 1970s bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal is set with some large genuine round diamonds weighing approx. 1.50 carats, G-H color, and VS Clarity, and two small rubies in the eyes approx. 0.02 carats.
Rosenthal bees are the culmination of a centuries-long fascination with insect jewelry...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
Mid-Century 18k Gold, Diamond, Emerald, & Ruby Figural Cat Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern figural cat brooch.
In 18k yellow gold.
Pave set with diamonds, and with a ruby nose and emerald eyes.
The cat's body with a Florentine finish.
Simply a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold & Ruby Road Runner Tie Tack Lapel Pin
Located in beverly hills, CA
Gorgeous vintage 14K yellow gold roadrunner bird brooch with a natural ruby eye. Handmade and one-of-a-kind, stamped 14K on the back. Measures approximately 1/2 x 1 inches.
A lovely...
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
925 Sterling Silver Natural Blue Sapphire Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
This Blue Sapphire Dragonfly Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and adorned with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling 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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Vintage Pearl White Gold Brooches
Double Clip Pin Brooch
Art Deco Bow Brooch
Transform Brooch
Victorian Emerald And Gold Brooch
Vintage Ribbon Brooch
Transformable Brooch
18kt Yellow Gold Enamel Brooches
Beaded Flower Brooch
Leaf With Pearl Brooch
Large Floral Pins
60s Brooches
Flower Brooch Sapphire Rubies
Crown Diamond Pin
Van Flower Brooch
Old Cut Cartier
Plique A Jour Brooches
Antique Amethyst Pin