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Brooches For Sale
Gemstone: Pearl
Gemstone: South Sea Pearl
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

Antique Victorian Brooch Carved Onyx Natural Oriental Seed Pearls Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The brooch was handcrafted in 1880 ca. In the center of this extravagant piece of jeweller we see a large rectangular pyramid shaped onyx in a claw set frame set with eighteen seed p...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Silver

Art Nouveau 10 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Fairfield, CT
This 10 karat yellow gold brooch pin from the Art Nouveau era, features a stylized floral design that is characteristic of the period - spanned roughly from 1890 to 1910. Art Nouveau...
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Brooch with Portrait & Transparent Enamel, Diamonds & Natural Pearls
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique portrait and transparent enamel brooch with rose cut diamonds and natural pearls. This charming antique piece is both gold and silver, it is 1.5 inches long and .5 inches hi...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

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

Bespoke Pearl & Diamond Brooch 0.45ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Pearl And Diamond Brooch, with two 10mm semi-baroque Akoya cultured pearls, 22 single cut diamonds and 4 baguette cut diamonds set in platinum. Diamonds 26 = 0.45ct (estimated), G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique White Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch in 14K Rose Gold and Silver Overlay
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite antique brooch, crafted in 14 karat rose gold and adorned with lustrous seed pearls and sparkling diamonds, is a charming piece that is perfect for any occasion. Each ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Butterfly Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, Silver over gold. Set with vibrant sapphires, rubies, diamonds, and pearls, this charming antique butterfly brooch is very charming. The use of fine detail and texture, ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Convertible Brooch Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Convertible Brooch Pendant. Featuring three pearls measuring approximately 3.50-6.05 millimeters. Accented by 26 old European, rose, and sen...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

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

Victorian 4.55ct Diamond and Pearl Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A stunning pearl is surrounded by a double diamond halo, with an elegant tied bow design in this Victorian brooch. The closest diamond halo features 18 old cut diamonds of 0.10 carat...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Moi Jonah Gold Dilver Diamond Pearl and Hessonite Brooch and Pendant
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 2.10g Rose-cut Diamonds : 4.10ct Uncut Diamonds/Vilandi/Polki : 1.43ct Gemstone : Cultured Pearls : 5.90ct Hessonite Garnet : 0.74ct 925 Silver Other : Black Enamel Diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Hessonite, 14k Gold, Enamel

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

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

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

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...

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

Antique Georgian Silver Old Cut Paste and Pearl Monkey Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Georgian Silver Old Cut Paste and Pearl Monkey Pin. This gorgeous Georgian pin is crafted in silver. This pin features a monkey playfully sitting on a branch and ha...
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Early 1800s Georgian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

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

Bodyfurnitures Brooch: Double View Rock Crystal with Pearls, Silver, Turquoise
Located in Bolzano, BZ
Brooch “Artis”, 2018, is a one-of-a-kind contemporary author jewelry by italian artist Gian Luca Bartellone. Materials: papier-mâché, silver, silver-plated copper, rock crystal, pear...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, Pearl, Crystal, Turquoise, Silver

Bodyfurnitures Brooch: Transparency View Rock Crystal with Pearls, Silver
Located in Bolzano, BZ
Brooch “Neve”, 2018, is a one-of-a-kind contemporary author jewelry by italian artist Gian Luca Bartellone. Materials: papier-mâché, silver, silver-plated copper, rock crystal, pearl...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, Pearl, Silver

Bodyfurnitures Brooch: Double View Rock Crystal with Tourmalines, Pearls, Silver
Located in Bolzano, BZ
Brooch “Fili bianca”, 2021, is a one-of-a-kind contemporary author jewelry by italian artist Gian Luca Bartellone. Materials: papier-mâché, silver, iron, rock crystal, tourmalines, p...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Rubelite, Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Tourma...

Bodyfurnitures Brooch: Handpainted line concept, Amethyst, Turquoise
Located in Bolzano, BZ
Brooch “Memini”, 2021, is a one-of-a-kind contemporary author jewelry by italian artist Gian Luca Bartellone. Materials: papier-mâché, silver, steel, amethyst, turquoise paste, gold ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

Antique Art Deco Pearl and Diamond 18ct Gold and Platinum Brooch
Located in Joelton, TN
Antique Art Deco Pearl and Diamond 18ct Gold and Platinum Brooch with Enclosed Gold Back. An exquisitely designed Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Brooch. A Marquise Pearl border and rose ...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Bodyfurnitures Brooch: Double View Rock Crystal with Tourmalines, Pearls, Silver
Located in Bolzano, BZ
Brooch “Fili nera”, 2021, is a one-of-a-kind contemporary author jewelry by italian artist Gian Luca Bartellone. Materials: papier-mâché, silver, iron, rock crystal, tourmalines, pea...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...

Antique Victorian Natural Onyx Pearl Starburst Mourning Brooch 15ct Rose Gold
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Presenting this exquisite, antique natural Onyx and Pearl mourning brooch. From the Georgian to the Victorian eras, mourning jewellery was a treasured way to remember the passing of a loved one. Queen Victoria herself, made them even more popular when her Prince Albert passed away in 1861 and she spent the rest of her life wearing black mourning...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 6.50 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Silver 6.50 mm M372 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto Silver brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls 6.50 Approx. TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 P...
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold Matte Enamel Seed Pearl & Leaf Wreath Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique brooch/pin was crafted during the art nouveau era in solid 14k yellow gold and features a lovely leaf circle wreath design. The wreath is adorned with beautifu...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl & Ruby Flying Goose Brooch - 14k Baroque Bird Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearl Cut: Baroque Color: White Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Stone Note: (one small acce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 1.5 x 1" 14k Y Gold 6.60-5.50 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch 1.5 x 1" 14k Y Gold 6.60-5.50 mm M370 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14k Gold brooch has 5 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ranging in size from 6...
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1990s Japanese Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Antique 9k gold Crescent moon and Dragonfly brooch, Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian, 9ct gold and pearl crescent and Dragonfly brooch. A beautiful closed crescent in rich 9ct yellow gold with a wonderful pearl set dragonfly sat ac...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flower basket fully decorated with small rhinestones and pearls, rhodium 1940's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Beautiful basket brooch, with flowers and leaves, fully set with small rhinestones, hanging pearl drops and 5 larger pearls in natural and silver. Size: Height 5.5cm Width 6.5cm Fea...
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1930s French Romantic Vintage Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium

Zuni Native American Gan Dancer Pin Pendant, Silver Mosaic Inlay
By Zuni
Located in Milford, DE
Embrace the rich cultural heritage with this meticulously crafted Zuni Native American Gan Dancer pin/pendant. This stunning piece features a traditional Gan Dancer, symbolizing the ...
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Early 20th Century American Native American Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Onyx, Sterling Silver

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

Brooch with pearl, ruby and diamond 18k gold with platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold with platina brooch set with pearl, ruby ​​and old mine cut diamonds. 1.20ct - F/G - SI/P detailed description the size of the brooch is 7.7 mm high by 5.6 cm wide total...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Spider Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Pearl Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Spider Brooch. Featuring one golden Tahitian pearl measuring approximately 17.00 millimeters and one Tahitian black pearl measuring approxim...
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1980s Vintage Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage 3 Bird Chicks Faux Pearl Sparkling Crystal Golden Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Vintage Three Bird Chicks in a Row Bird Brooch Pin. The Chicks Beautifully encrusted with Sparkling Crystals. Gold tone mounting. Measuring approximately 8-10cm. A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate

Antique Original Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Pearl And Onyx Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

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

Black Star & Frost Edwardian Platinum Gold Diamond and Pearl Hair Combs
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Black Star & Frost Platinum top and 14k Hair Comb / Pins, measuring 3 3/4 inches in length, having a Horse Shoe top set with old cut Diamonds and ...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 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

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

15K Gold Pearl, Diamond Retro Bar Brooch, with Security Chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Bar Brooch is of Australian provenance, dating from 1960's. Of lovely bar design, it centers a South Sea Pearl of 8mm of gorgeous colo...
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1960s Australian Retro Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Double Heart Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian double heart bar brooch crafted in 9K gold. Circa 1890. The piece features amethysts and seed pearls. Has a C clasp and a safety chain. Weight: 4.92g Length: ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A single, glimmering pearl sits at the center of this romantic vintage brooch. Its bow design and curving 14-karat white gold metal tendrils are set with 2.6 carats of diamonds. The ...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

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

Pearl Posy Brooch
Located in New York, NY
As if plucked from a garden, the Pearl Posy Brooch is a luxurious rendition of a single bloom. A pearl is set in an 18-karat yellow gold stem with leaves, all generously hewn with as...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

 Pearl Posy Brooch
 Pearl Posy Brooch
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Antique Floral Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Like a jaunty boutonnière pinned on a tuxedo lapel, the Antique Floral Pearl Brooch is a sophisticated nod to a flower’s sweet essence. In place of...
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1960s Vintage Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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 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

Antique Diamond Pearl Sapphire Ruby Emerald Silver and Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond, pearl, sapphire, ruby, emerald, silver and gold butterfly brooch, with wings pavé set with old mine-cut diamonds; with brown rose-cut diamonds, where they join th...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Antique Sapphire and Pearl Target Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an antique sapphire and pearl ring which has been set with a central pearl and surrounded by multiple calibre cut sapphires in a target shape. The ring was masterfully conver...
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20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Seed Pearl & Enamel 14K Bar Pin
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique Victorian seed pearl & enamel 14K bar pin, circa 1900. This 14 karat yellow gold bar pin features seed pearls surrounded by beautiful blue enamel. [SJ 3249B P] Dimensions 6....
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Larter & Son Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional pansy flower painted with enamel Opaque white, blue, yellow, and maroon with minimal loss Centering a 3.5 mm round pearl White with subtle iridescence Com...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k 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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