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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Sapphire
Gemstone: Pearl
Elizabethan Brooche in Platinum, Diamonds and Natural Pearl
Located in Bilbao, ES
Elizabethan style platinum brooch with antique cut white diamonds and natural pearl in the center READY TO SHIP *Shipment of this piece is not affected by COVID-19. Orders welcome!...
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1890s Spanish Art Deco Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
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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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cellini NYC 18KT YG/WG Gold Dalmatian Brooch with .98Ct. Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
18 karat gold brooch designed as a dalmatian. dog running. The white gold body is set with pave diamonds and scattered cabochon blue sapphires. The head and paws are shiny yellow gol...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.75 mm M181 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 3 Akoya Cultured...
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Early 2000s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage 10 Karat Gold & Blister Pearl Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold & blister pearl brooch. Comprising a bulbous blister pearl in a circular gold setting. With a pin and 'C' shaped catch to th...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold

Mikimoto White Akoya Cultured Pearl Spray Brooch Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely Mikimoto brooch features exquisite akoya cultured pearls set in lustrous 14 karat white gold. The brooch design showcases the timeless elegance of pearls, with each pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bespoke Floral Sapphire & Pearl Brooch 4.02g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A 15ct Yellow Gold Floral Brooch, set with 2 Ceylon type blue sapphires and 12 half pearls. Circa 1910. Sapphires 2.8mm and 2.0mm. Pearls 1.9mm. Metal: 15ct Yellow Gold Carat: N/A ...
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1910s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Cartier Art Deco Sapphire Jabot Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Art Deco Sapphire Jabot Brooch A Cartier brooch featuring a center oval-shaped sapphire, accented with rectangle-cut sapphires and baguette and...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Mother of Pearl Flower Brooch with Diamonds in 18K White Gold and Black Rhodium
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning flower brooch features delicate petals crafted from lustrous mother of pearl, set in 18 karat white gold with black rhodium for a striking contrast. The leaves are ador...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Vintage Toliro 18K Yellow Gold Rough Mabe Pearl Belly Ruby Eye Ostrich Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 2.00 inches Width: 25.50 mm Weight: 11.56 grams 18K yellow gold animal pearl vintage brooch. The metal was tested and determined to be 18K yel...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage South Sea Pearl & Diamond Turtle Brooch GIA
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving the artistic use of a beautiful saltwater pearl to fabricate this lovely piece! Item Details Material: 18K Yellow Gold Back; White Gold Front 45 - 1.4mm Round Brillian...
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Art Nouveau Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau brooch that can also be worn a choker pendant. 18ct gold with French hallmarks with Plique-a-jour enamelling. Old cut diamonds with natural pearl. Central diamon...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 19th-century Stag-beetle Brooch with Diamonds and Gem stones
Located in Stockholm, SE
Step into the enchanting world of vintage elegance with this exquisite Stag-beetle Brooch, a true masterpiece from the 19th century. Crafted between 1800-1850, this stunning piece sh...
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Early 18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique 14k Gold, Ruby, & White Sapphire Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique stick pin. In 14 karat gold. Bezel set with a synthetic ruby and a smaller round cut white sapphire. Simply a wonderful stickpin! Date: 20th Century Overall Condi...
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique 10k Gold & Seed Pearl Stickpin Dragonfly or Water Bug Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique figural stickpin. In 10 karat yellow gold. In the form of an insect with wings and legs outstretched (possibly a dragonfly or water skimmer). Flush set with seed pe...
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20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold

Vintage Jack Gutschneider 14k White Gold Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (5) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon - Prong Set -Grayish Blue Color - 20ctw (approx.) (40) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Round & Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, White Gold

Blue Sapphires 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphires 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Harp Brooch Harps were widely used in the ancient Mediterranean and Middle East, although rare in Greece and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1960 Rose Gold Sapphire Brooch
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant vintage knot brooch with floral elements set with a natural blue sapphire of about 0.50 ct. in the center. Handcrafted in the 1960s in 18-karat rose gold. Questa raffinata sp...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Assil 18k TT Gold Diamond Emerald Sapphire & Ruby Set of 3 Bee Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (99) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - 0.50-0.60ctw (approx.) Numerous Natural Genuine Emeralds, Sapphires & Rubies - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 7 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 7 mm M331 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya pearl brooch pin is made of sterling silver and has 4 Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging ...
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tree of Life Brooch 14k Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Tree of Life Brooch 14k Gold M317 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14k Gold brooch has 13 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls and ha...
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbons Bow Platinum Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
This whimsical 'ribbon swirl' platinum brooch is set with a multitude of white diamonds and blue sapphires has a very timeless feel. Crafted in Platinum with an amazing arrangement ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Various Art Nouveau Brooches with Gemstones
Located in Stamford, CT
Three various brooches, all with the finest gold work from the early 1900's, are from the far right, a Rikers brooch in 14 Kt with a sapphire and diamond. Rikers is a highly reputed ...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

14ct White Gold 0.60ct Sapphire & 1.45ct Diamond Brooch
Located in Birmingham, GB
14ct White Gold 0.60ct Sapphire & 1.45ct Diamond Brooch Elevate your elegance with our Pre-Loved 14ct White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Brooch, a timeless piece of sophistication and st...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 15KT gold horse-shoe sapphire and diamond brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt yellow gold cushion-shaped horse-shoe sapphire and diamond brooch. Made in England, Circa 1890s The dimensions - Size: 3.2 x 2.8 cm Weight: 7.00 grams Sap...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold

12.97 Carat Pink Sapphires & OMC Diamond Brooch Lapel Pin in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
With its exceptional design and a symphony of mesmerizing pink hues, this one-of-a-kind jewelry piece is destined to leave you spellbound. The brooch features stunning 12.97-carat p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Flower Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
The top quality sapphire which make in invisible setting.We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this kind of setting more than 40 years.The invisible is a highly t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Antique Diamond And Natural Pearl Shell Brooch Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian diamond and pearl shell brooch c.1880s, the three-dimensional scallop shell of oval outline set throughout with old European brilliant cut diamonds in silver ba...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Pair of René Boivin “Etoile de Mer” Sapphire and Tourmaline Brooches
Located in Weston, MA
One of the most well-known jewels in the world, René Boivin’s original 1937 starfish brooch was purchased by legendary actress Claudette Colbert and now resides in the collection of ...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Gold Phoenix Bird Clip Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro emerald ruby and sapphire platinum and gold Phoenix bird clip brooch circa 1935. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ27A. Scroll down for detailed specifications. This early Retro broo...
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1930s Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Demantoid Garnets Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Salamander Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique demantoid garnets rose-cut diamonds pearls and yellow gold salamander brooch circa 1900. * SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONES: seven demanto...
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Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Ruby and Sapphire Cat Sterling Silver Brooch Gift
Located in Houston, TX
This Unique Ruby and Sapphire Cat Brooch enhances your attire and is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and charm to any outfit. Crafted with exquisite...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Moses Cameo Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
The legendary Michelangelo's Moses is meticulously recreated in this 19th-century cameo brooch. Crafted of beautiful onyx, the intricate cameo resides in ...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval shape - 15 carat Multi color Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 2 carat Natural Tourma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.16 mm M321 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Estate sterling silver brooch has 1 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls 6.1...
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Scintillating Vintage Gold, Diamond, Golden and Blue Sapphire Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This life like characterization of a dragonfly in flight is lavishly embellished with over 130 round faceted golden and blue sapphires as well as a number of round brilliant cut diam...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Emerald Opal Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.85 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is emerald and emerlad 0.40 ct. Box is no...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian 15k Gold & Pearl Horseshoe Stick Pin
Located in Venice, CA
This elaborate Edwardian 15 karat yellow gold decorative stick pin features a horseshoe and riding whip. The good-luck horseshoe has 14 pearls that fit nic...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Platinum &18k Gold Black Striped Tiger with Emerald Ruby Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a tiger, the body decorated with textured gold fur, enhanced with black enamel stripes, with circular-cut diamonds, emerald eyes, cabochon ruby atop of the head. Tiger is...
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

“Orient” Pink Sapphire & Pearl Brooch Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Sapphire & Pearl Brooch Set in 22K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem Brooch Beautiful Mix of Natural Pink Sapphires, Rubies & White Topaz are Pave set at the Pat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Blue Topaz & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Blue Topaz & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Topaz, Oval shape - 6 carat Multi color Natural Gems 7 carat White South Sea Pearls The Broo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Amethyst, Silver, Gold...

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Brooch, circa 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
The brooch is 24mm wide, 2.25 inches in length, made of 18K yellow gold, and weighs 6.40 DWT (approx. 9.95 grams). It also has seven round sapphires.
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1960s American Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl & Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Star Pendant/Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Beautiful, Edwardian eight pointed star. Set with gorgeous natural seed pearls & a twi...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

French 1960s Enamel and Gem-set Sea Unicorn Brooch, Jean Thierry Bondt
Located in New York, NY
Made by Jean Thierry Bondt, Paris, a creator of jewelry for Van Cleef & Arpels, Lacloche, Cartier, and Mauboussin, among others, this 18K gold and enamel...
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Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...

Mings Bluish Purple Pearl Branch Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: Sterling Silver Brooch Measurements: 2" x 1.75" Total Weight: 8.3 Grams Pearls: Akoya Pearls Condition: Preowned, good
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Victorian 15kt Rose Gold Diamond & Pearl Tiara Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian 15kt rose gold and silver old-European cut diamond and pearl tiara brooch with safety pin chain. X-Ray has been tested positive for 15k...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Bochic "Orient" Ruby & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch in 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic "Orient" Ruby, & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch in 18K Gold & Silver Blue Natural Oval Shape Ruby - 4 carat Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 18 carats Green Garnets - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Kunzite, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Dragonfly Diamond Sapphire Brooch Pendant 1990's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. brooch made around the 1990's finely crafted in platinum featuring prong set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of .59 carats total weight approximat...
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1990s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire & Ruby Brooch, 18KT Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels floral motif brooch dates from the Retro era of the 1940’s. The brooch is signed 'VCA' and includes a Guild Laboratories certificate. This stunning br...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flower shaped Brooch set with sapphire and diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 carat white gold brooch in the shape of a flower set with sapphire and brilliant cut diamond, approximately 1.50ct in total – H/I – VS/SI Detailed description the size of the br...
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Gold Diamond Sapphire Snake Brooch 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold brooch set with sapphire and old mine cut diamond up to 0.10ct detailed description: The size of the brooch is 2.6 cm by 2.5 cm wide Weight 7.7 grams Occupied wit...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch set with pearl and ruby 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor gold brooch with mabee pearl and ruby ​​- size. 2.5 cm long by 2.9 cm wide detailed description: the size of the brooch is 2.5 cm long by 2.9 cm wide weight 6.3 grams ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Gem Set ‘Horse and Carriage’ Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Italian brooch is a masterpiece of vintage jewelry design, crafted from luxurious 18-karat yellow gold. The brooch features an enchanting 'Horse and Carriage' motif, b...
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Early 20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Baby Phoenix - Black Opal, Diamond, Sapphire Pendant Brooch 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Baby Phoenix - Australian Semi Black Opal, Diamond, Sapphire Pendant Brooch 18K Gold. Design Name: Baby Phoenix Bringing endless possibilities of growth of wealth and joy to your ...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold

The Egret - Boulder Opal Diamond Sapphire Pendant & Brooch 18k Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
The Egret - Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Sapphire Pendant & Brooch 18k White & Yellow Gold. Design Name: The Egret (Pendant & Brooch) May the Egret bring purity and good fortun...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

10k Yellow Gold 1890s Pearl Sun Burst Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This pin comes from the 1890s Victorian era and is made in 10k yellow gold with pearl. Each ray from the sun burst contains approximately six individual pearls, creating exceptional ...
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1890s Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Us Flag Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 14K white gold pin brooch representing the American flag. The piece is garnished with round-cut rubies, sapphires, and diamonds. Marked 14K, 585 on the backside. Total Weig...
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20th Century North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique Crescent and Shamrock Brooch, Pearl and Red Enamel, 15k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This Sweet antique crescent and shamrock brooch is so amazingly beautiful. A scarce and unusual piece it is a delicate and dainty piece with a beautif...
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Late 19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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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