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Brooches For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Retro
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Enamel Owl Brooch Blue Eyes & Natural Pearl Belly
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Owl Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Lovely Victorian Bar Brooch with a Cute Little Enamel Owl Perched To One Side. He Has Lovely Blu...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Buccellati Yellow Diamond Emerald Gold Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
A charming Vintage piece from Buccellati, Crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold With its famous Rigato finish. Centered by a natural fancy yellow old mine diamond...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Victorian Pink Topaz Rose Cut Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This gorgeous antique bar brooch is Victorian period, 1900 circa Exquisitely hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold silver topped Essential bar design timeless and ever elegant Centrally s...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

American Antique Victorian 14K Gold Natural Mississippi River Pearl Brooch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
American Antique Victorian 14K Gold Natural Mississippi River Pearl Brooch 2.3 gram Acid test shows 14K on Brooch and Silver on post Victorian American Workmanship circa 1880s No Ha...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 1880s Repousse Citrine Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
Fabulous Antique brooch with repoussé setting and scroll work in the 10kt yellow gold. This brooch was made around the last few decades of the 1800s, Circa 1880. There were two Gothi...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Citrine, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and ruby brooch in rose and white gold 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous vintage ribbon brooch circa 1940 in 18K rose and white gold. Decorated with 9 rosette-cut diamonds of about 0.15 carat and 6 brilliant-cut rubies of about 0.50 carat. Questa...
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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Retro Aquamarine Diamond 18K Gold Ribbon Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Retro 1950S Vinatge 18K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch with Starburst Strokes decorated with Natural Diamonds centered with a GIA-certifi...
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1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Baroque Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sultan Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the head of a sultan with highly rendered features Featuring a baroque pearl headpiece measuring 15.0 x 10.0 mm White in body color with ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose gold ruby brooch 1960
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous vintage brooch composed of floral elements intertwined with snake bodies. Handcrafted in the 1960s in 18-carat rose gold and decorated with 6 brilliant-cut rubies of about 0...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Gold and Diamond Feather Brooch, 3.50 Carats
Located in London, GB
A vintage gold and diamond feather brooch, with brilliant-cut and single-cut diamonds set within white gold plumage, weighing an estimated total of 3.50 carats, all mounted in 18ct g...
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Bird Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 23.6 grams. Totally is diamond 4.30 ct. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Sterling Silver Yellow Bird on Branch Lapel Pin Brooch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This hand-crafted antique Victorian brooch was forged from sterling silver and features a sweet enameled yellow bird perched on a silver branch. During the Victorian era, bird watching and aviaries grew quite fashionable due to the work of ornithologist John James Audubon and his publishing of "Birds of America" in the mid-1800s. These trends led to an upswing of interest in bird-themed jewelry, Moreover, Victorians were fascinated with the secret language of love tokens, friendship gifts and mementos that could be discreetly communicated to lovers, friends and family. Birds often communicated love or fidelity. The bird and branch are set on a silver bar flanked with clover shapes, which symbolizes luck or protection for the wearer. The verso is stamped SILVER and the C-clasp is handmade. It's always exciting to find antique jewelry...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Cartier Emerald and Diamond Platinum Brooch, Circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier emerald and diamond platinum brooch, circa 1960. Designed as a circle, claw set with alternating round brilliant cut diamond...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Retro Ruby & Diamond Gold Floral Bow Brooch Circa 1950
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
One Retro floral ruby and diamond set bow brooch with safety chain and pin. Featuring three diamond set classic flower clusters, a pave set curved leaf with rubies set vines flowing ...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Sapphire Hand Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.9 grams. Total weight is 5.9 grams. Totally is diamond 1.25 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.30...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Suzanne Belperron Dents de Loup Clip Brooches Diamond Gold Platinum
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of magnificent double clips designed by Suzanne Belperron and manufactured by company B. Herz in Paris between 1932 and 1940. The piece comes with an authentication certificate from Belperron LLC (see picture 10). The brooches are made of 18 karat (hallmarked) yellow gold and platinum and set with 108 Old European and old-mine cut diamonds (F-G H color, VS1-VS2 clarity, total weight approximately 7.0 carats). The clips measure 2-1/8" (52 mm) long, 1" (25 mm) wide and 3/8" deep. Total weight 36.9 grams. Stamped with French hallmarks for 18k gold and partially effaced maker's marks for Societe Groe Ne Et Darde. Suzanne Belperron jewelry...
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1930s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Antique 15k gold and Pearl Crescent moon brooch, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian, 15ct gold and pearl crescent brooch. A beautiful closed crescent in very rich bloomed 15ct yellow gold, it is set with creamy pearls that graduat...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Retro 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Clip Pin Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Retro 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Clip Pin Brooch Metal: 14k yellow and rose gold Weight: 11.7 grams Dimensions: 37 x 33mm Signed: Tiffany & Co. 14k
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Wonderful French antique bar brooch - Victorian - rose cut diamonds & sapphire
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this Marvellous 18 K gold and silver Victorian brooch. This piece was crafted during the 19th century in France and is therefor also called a Napoleon III jewel. This stu...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire and Emerald Jardiniére Brooch, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage Jardiniére multi-gem brooch, set with carved rubies, in claw settings and cabochon-cut sapphires, emeralds and round brilliant-cut diamonds, in rub over settings, depicting...
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White 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...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lulu Pendant/Brooch
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
Lulu Pendant/Brooch crafted from semi-precious stones features a stunning flower design in soft colors, perfect for complementing any outfit throughout the seasons. Its retro and vin...
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2010s North American Retro Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Aventurine, Gold Plate

Lulu Pendant/Brooch
Lulu Pendant/Brooch
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Antique Victorian Swallow Brooch in 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Kendal, GB
A sweet antique swallow brooch from the late Victorian era, fashioned in 15ct gold with intricate, feathered texturing across the back and front. The ...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold

Victorian Antique Old Cut Diamond Pendant Brooch Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian antique 7carats diamond brooch from circa the 1880s. The central old mine cut diamond, weighing 1.56 carats (D/E, VS/SI), is surrounded by nine old mine cut d...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Feather Retro Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This lovely antique brooch features a slender feather. It fastens with a pin and its safety pump clasp. Length : 6.2 cm, width : ...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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...
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Early 1900s European Early Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k 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. ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Amethyst 9 Carat Yellow Gold Brooch and Earring Set
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These exquisite brooch and earring set holds so much delicate detail. The gold is sculpted into textured leaves, swirls and rope twists. The main even...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in Chesterland, OH
Victorian Cameo Brooch. Fabulous carved Victorian brooch made around the late 1800s. It depicts a beautiful Bacchante. The execution of the shell is amazing, and the relief helps to ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Brooches

Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Onyx 18K Gold Parrot Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Onyx18K Gold Parrot Pin Brooch See life in Vivid colors with these exquisite Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, and Onyx18K Gold Elegant Parrot Pin Brooch with a...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

A Silver and Gold Antique Bow Brooch set with Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold bow brooch open worked and set with rose cut diamonds, numbered, 657, with French assay marks, France, circa 1880. weight: 16.15 grams dimensions: 6 x 4 cm
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1880s French Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Pennino Pink Gold Vermeil Retro Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Pennino Pink Gold Vermeil Retro Fan Shaped Brooch from the 1940's in sterling. Pave accented central motif with square cut faux aquamarines. Wonderful design and condition. Signed Pe...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Antique Swivel Mourning Brooch pendant, 15k gold and black enamel
Located in NEWARK, GB
This is truly one of the most spectacular and beautiful antique mourning brooches of its design. It is a large sized brooch and can also be worn as a pendant, it is designed in a kn...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Style Gold and Pearls Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Victorian style 14K yellow gold and pearls brooch/pendant. It is a round brooch decorated with smaller to larger circles made of cannetilles and pearls. The top of the broo...
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Star Brooch Pin with Glowing Green & Pearls - or Convert to Ring
Located in Danvers, MA
I'm delighted to offer this lovely antique Victorian brooch/pin that would also be fantastic converted into a statement ring or a striking pendant. (please message me if you would l...
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1850s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 13.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 20.9 grams. Totally is diamond 2.85 carat. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Dimention is brooch 6x4 cm. Acid tested to...
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Early 1900s Asian Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Enamel

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 ...
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1870s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Amazing Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Box is not include...
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

10K Antique Edwardian Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch Pendant Circa 1910
Located in Towson, MD
This hardstone (agate) cameo is haloed in hand-engraved 10k yellow gold. This lovely lady has beautifully coiffed hair topped with a diadem, a lovely face, and even tiny drop earrings...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold and Gem-Set Snail and Crab Sea Shell Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian scallop shell, gem-set, and gold brooch, comprised of two shells adjoined by a diamond-set spray of flowers, and enclosing a dia...
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1880s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k 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...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Sterling Silver Heart Orange Blossom Shield Antique Love Token Brooch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This exquisite, one-of-a-kind antique love token brooch is a stunning example of 19th-century romantic jewelry. This is a wonderful piece dating to ...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Amethyst and Gold Plated Silver Antique Insect Pendant/Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
Detailed and beautiful, this brooch was created in the mid 1800s. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... Although unhallmarked, this brooch has been tested as being constructed...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver

Trifari Mid-1940s Sterling Vermeil, Turquoise Glass and Ruby Paste Vintage Fur C
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This rare and beautiful fur clip was created in the mid-1940s by Trifari. Condition Report: Very Good - A little rubbing to the vermeil plating at the edges of the clip. This is co...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Vermeil

Isabel Pin
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
The Isabel Pin, crafted from semi-precious stones, boasts a beautiful flower design featuring contrasting shapes and colors, reminiscent of a summery and vintage aesthetic. SKU: PN-...
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2010s North American Retro Brooches

Materials

Quartz, Blue Topaz, Aventurine, Gold Plate

Isabel Pin
Isabel Pin
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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 15k gold Crescent moon and flower brooch, Pearl, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian Crescent moon and flower brooch. A beautiful open crescent moon in rich 15ct yellow gold with a pretty spray of flowers over the moon. The flower...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Original Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Leaf Brooche
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.55 ct. The diamond is has H color and vvs-vs clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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1970s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl & Diamond Starburst Brooch & Pendant Circa 1890s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A superb Victorian pearl & diamond starburst brooch with a pendant fitting and safety chain. An unusual rotational symmetry featuring seven points. A central cluster with one natural...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

Vintage 5.00cts Diamond Platinum Round Wreath Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Estate Wreath Design pin decorated with natural earth-mined Round and Baguette cut Diamonds forged in Platinum. Secured with a side lock clasp pin. Metal: Platinum Measurements: 35...
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1960s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Line Vautrin School Green Talosel Resin Dangle Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Talosel or Resin pin brooch was executed by one of the students of Line Vautrin. The brown Talosel geometric dangling shape has gilt metal snake chains encrusted with gre...
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1960s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Vintage Retro 14k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Clear Purplish Red Color - 2.50ctw (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info *...
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Platinum Victorian Brooch Set with a moonstone Seed Pearl Acorn
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Acorn Brooch 9ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1880 Pretty Little Victorian Bar Brooch. Set with a Cute Little Moonstone & Seed Pearl Acorn. Bar Me...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Platinum

14 Karat Gold and Cultured Pearl Bow Brooch 1960s
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage bow brooch crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The outside surface of the bow is made of smooth gold while the inner surface is textured and matted. The brooch is set with a c...
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20th Century Dutch Retro Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold

Imogen Pendant/Brooch
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
Lulu Pendant/Brooch crafted from semi-precious stones features a stunning flower design in unique colors, perfect for complementing any outfit throughout the seasons. Its retro and v...
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2010s North American Retro Brooches

Materials

Quartz, Gold Plate

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Monkey Brooch Holding a Beautiful Natural Seed Pearl
Located in Brighton, GB
Monkey Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1880 Holding a Beautiful Natural Seed Pearl Weight 3.9g All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Preloved. They are in ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage Retro 18k Gold 1.50ctw Sapphire & 5mm Akoya Pearl Open Wreath Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (50) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Old Round Cut - Prong Set - Cornflower Velvety Blue Color - 1.50ctw (approx.) (9) Genuine Cultured Akoya Pearls - Round Shape - Stem Se...
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1950s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k 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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