Modern Brooches
MODERN STYLE
Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Modern
Cartier Vintage 6.50cts Diamond Platinum Elegant Botanical Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Dazzle yourself with this Vintage Cartier Diamond Platinum Botanical Pin Brooch
Exquisitely crafted in solid platinum, the botanical pattern, Signed Cartier.
This stunning vintage ...
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Oscar de la Renta Lane Mythological Fantasy Goat Pin, Brooch, Pendant in Gold
Located in Milford, DE
A golden mythological horned animal pin to add some magical allure to your style! Can be worn as a pin brooch or a necklace pendant.
By Oscar de la Renta. Gold plated mythological ...
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
18k Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Leaf Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
18k gold, vibrant blue sapphire and diamond leaf brooch measuring 2.5" in length. Oxidized grayish 18k white gold mounting set with o...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Gilt & Crystal Rhinestone Panther Figural Brooch, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 2" x 2"
- Gold plated
- Clear crystal rhinestone accents
- Black enamel detail
- Green crystal rhinestone eyes
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- This item ...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Sapphire and Diamond Bee Pin in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1980
Metal Type: 14 karat yellow gold
Weight: 5.3 grams
Length: 0.75in Length
Diamond Details:
Carat: 0.10 carat total weight
Cut: Round
Color: G-H
Clarity: VS-SI
Sapphire ...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Modern Gold Seagull Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed seagull brooch or pin.
By Tiffany & Co.
In 18k yellow gold.
Simply a wonderfully modern seagull captured in a perfect moment of flight!
Condition:
It is in overal...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Anchor Pendant Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
There is a very curious story about anchors in jewelry. In the early stages of Christianity, when Romans persecuted those who followed the religion, the anchor was a way that Christians could identify other Christians. They would leave anchors outside their home or even wear anchor jewelry...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage Lisner Gold with Green and Pink Crystals Brooch Circa 1980s
By Lisner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lisner Gold with Green and Pink Crystals Brooch Circa 1980s. This brooch has three layers with the pink stones at the bottom and then a lay...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
David Webb 18KYellow Gold Rock Crystal Large Maltese Cross Scroll Pendant Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Even after 70 years David Webb's jewelry still captivates and inspires. Bold and unique concepts like this oversized scroll Maltese cross speaks volumes. Centering a large faceted rock crystal, complimented by round cut diamonds and further rock crystals surrounding the center stone in a classic symmetry. Very often with large David Webb brooches...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb White Enamel and Malachite Maltese Cross Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Stunning bold and colorful brooch/pendant created by David Webb in the 1980's. It is designed as a stylized Maltese cross and features a prominent te...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vacheron Constantin 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Coral, Diamond And Onyx Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely brooch that turns into a pendant by Vacheron Constantin. Classic representation of 1970's jewelry: bold, impressive and colorful. You will love this brooch if you li...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Collectible Tim Szlyk Saphire Blue Clear Crystal Brooch and Pendant Circa 2000s
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Tim Szlyk Sapphire Blue and Clear Crystal Brooch and Pendant. In the shape of a Maltese cross. His work is remarkable. Prong set. Would look great on the back of a jack...
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold with Diamond Bee / Insect Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow And White Gold With Diamond Bee / Insect Brooch
0.30 total diamond weight.
4.57 grams total weight.
Category
2010s Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Shell Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
David Webb raised shell form brooch measuring approximately 2.5" in length. Graduated tiers with textured shell design finish. Signed "WEBB 18k" on the...
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Sitting Panthere with a Diamond Collar Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Brooches and pins experienced a strong come back in 2019 and 2020 bringing a touch of vintage and sophistication to almost every ensemble. Both men and women appeared wearing brooche...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Revival Gilt Brooch with Garnet & Opal Rhinestones by Florenza, 1960s
By Florenza
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Measures 3.25" tall
- Gold plated
- Garnet colored crystal rhinestones
- Opal colored crystal rhinestones
- By Florenza (signed on verso)
- Circa 1960s
- Esta...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Vintage Sterling Hatchet/Scepter Amethyst Emerald Diamante Brooch Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Sterling Hatchet/Scepter Brooch with Amethyst Circa 1940s Emerald and Diamante. This beautiful brooch set on a gold tone metal is in such beaut...
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Panther Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18 karat yellow gold Panther brooch. The body is adorned with round white diamonds and round blue sapphires. The panthers eyes are made with rubies. This is a very clean and sleek de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Brown Diamond and Fancy Color Diamond Platinum Cluster Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed High quality Fancy Color Diamond Cluster Platinum Brooch Pendant. Hand set with 1 Round Brown Diamond approx. 2.76 Carat, 7 Fancy shape Diamonds app...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Brown Diamond, Platinum
David Webb Kingdom White Enamel Panther With Diamond Collar Vintage Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Brooches and pins experienced a strong come back in 2019 and 2020 bringing a touch of vintage and sophistication to almost every ensemble. Both men a...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
Collectible KJL Silver Crystal Drop Brooch Circa 2000s
By KJL
Located in New York, NY
Collectible KJL Silver Crystal Drop Brooch Circa 2000s. This brooch is articulated in 2 spots so moves easily and has dangles at the bottom and two places on the side. Looks much more expensive than it is. I will also be glad to give you a black silk cord to wear it as a pendant necklace. It will be stunning. I had a very expensive YSL brooch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
Whimsical Oversized Rainbow Crystal Pavé Butterfly Brooch By Butler & Wilson
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- 4.75" x 2.5"
- Gold plated
- Encrusted with colorful crystal rhinestones, some with iridescent aurora borealis ...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Buccellati 18K Yellow Gold Round Wreath Brooch And Flower Earrings Set
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati vintage flower earrings (clip-on) and brooch set featuring gold wreath with purple flower embellishement.
Brooch is 2 inches wide.
...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Textured Gold Scarf Brooch With Diamond Pattern By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 2" x 1.5"
- Gold plated
- Brushed gold texture
- By Crown Trifari (signed on verso)
- Circa 1960s
- E...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Vintage Trifari Diamante and Sapphire Stone Color Large Brooch Circa 1960s
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Trifari Diamante and Sapphire Stone Color Large Brooch. The baguettes Lay on top of various sizes of oval shapes of sapphire stone color which are surrounded by a border of ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Green Emerald and Diamond Flower Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Brooches and pins experienced a strong comeback in 2019 and 2020 bringing a touch of vintage and sophistication to almost every ensemble. Both men an...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Blue and Pink Crystal with Grey Stones Brooch Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Blue and Pink Crystal with Grey Stones Brooch Circa 1940s. This is a very interesting and very well made brooch. The petals are stacked on top of two tiers of a rose gold c...
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold-filled, Mixed Metal
18k Gold Pink Sapphire Diamond Leaf Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
18k gold, vibrant pink sapphire and diamond leaf brooch measuring 2.5" in length. Oxidized gold mounting set with one larger central ...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
LIA Golden Christmas Tree Pin and Brooch, Clear Baguette Crystal Ornaments
Located in Milford, DE
Festive Christmas tree pin brooch, featuring a textured golden evergreen fir tree decorated with baguette-cut clear crystals.
Gold plated.
Tags, ...
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Gilded Elephant Head Brooch With Mughal Jewels By Ciner, 1960s
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible jewelry piece from the mid-century
- Extremely rare, hard to find style
- 2.25" x 2"
- Gold plated
- Jewel tone Mughal style crystal rhinestones in ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Gilt & Black Enamel Brooch With Chain & Pearl Tassel, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible jewelry piece from the '80s
- 4.75" x 2"
- Satin gold plate
- Black enameling
- Chain fringe with faux pearl accents
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquir...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
14 Karat Gold and Green Tourmaline Kinetic Bee Brooch with Pearls and Rubies
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine figural 14k gold bee (or insect) brooch with wings that move.
Prong-set with a green tourmaline oval cabochon at the center of the body of th...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Tourmaline, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Vintage Lion Pendant Large Head Diamond Eyes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Lion head pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s).
Six single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.03 carats (estimated at G-H color and VS2...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Emerald Cabochon Crab Brooch / Pin
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold And Emerald Cabochon Crab Brooch / Pin
3.90 grams total weight.
Category
2010s Modern Brooches
Materials
Emerald, 14k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Pendant or Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Pendant/Brooch.
7.09 grams total weight
Height: 45 mm
Width: 30 mm
Category
2010s Modern Brooches
Materials
14k Gold
Collectible Tim Szlyk Montana Blue Crystal Brooch Circa 2000s
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Tim Szlyk Montana Blue Crystal Brooch. Marked #2 of 25. This is a three layer bocch that is just remarkable. Pring set. Would look great on ...
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Unicorn Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely detailed Unicorn brooch by David Webb is as intriguing as it is beautiful. Crafted in pure 18k yellow gold, with beautiful signature go...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise, Diamond Flower Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely stunning David Webb turquoise and diamond brooch crafted in a shape of an exotic flower. Double stem pin. Can also be worn as a pendant.
Diamonds: F-G color, vs1-VS2 calr...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Carved Jade Brooch Midcentury Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This 14K yellow gold and jadeite jade brooch dates to around 1950 and features a 44.70 x 13.27 x 4.37 oval pierced jade carving in a floral motif. The col...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Jade
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 20.00 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Brooches and pins experienced a strong come back in 2019 and 2020 bringing a touch of vintage and sophistication to almost every ensemble. Both men a...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Coro Craft Sterling Gold Leaf Brooch with Flowers Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Coro Craft Sterling Gold Leaf Brooch with Flowers Circa 1940s. Leaf with Elevated Branches of flowers in Aquamarine Colors and Clear Crystals. This...
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
White Enamel Openwork Flower Figural Brooch By Monet, 1960s
By Monet
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 3" x 2"
- White enameling
- Gold plated accents
- By Monet (signed on verso)
- Circa 1960s
- Estate A...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Marilyn Cooperman Peridot Slice Pins- Full Set of Three
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Marilyn Cooperman (1936-2020) was an exclusive New York based designer, whose work was coveted and collected by true jewelry connoisseurs. Pieces of hers are in the permanent collections of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, The Yale University Museum and The Museum of Arts and Design.
Cooperman's designs were noteworthy for the use of mixed metals (generally patinated silver and 18kt gold) and the unique combinations of stones. This set of three brooches epitomizes her work at it's best. These "slice" pins were made in different color combinations and sizes, but a complete set of three is rare. While the stone selection and setting appears to be at random, Cooperman meticulously chose and placed each and every stone to create this bold, yet harmonious, design.
Each pin is set with a mixture of peridot, tsavorite and multiple colors of sapphire...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Brown Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Silver
Plique-à-Jour Stained Glass Butterfly Figural Brooch By Nolan Miller, 1980s
By Nolan Miller
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 3" x 1.75"
- Gold plated
- Blue, purple and green stained glass
- Crystal rhinestone accents
- By Nolan Miller (signed on verso)
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acqui...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Vintage Kramer Floral Brooch with Ruby Rhinestones, Signed, circa 1940s
Located in McKinney, TX
This beautiful vintage floral figural brooch is by iconic costume jewelry brand Kramer Jewelry, circa 1950s. Five silver tone flowers adorn this piece, ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Vintage Crystal Flower Basket Brooch by Alfred Philippe for Crown Trifari, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Measures 2" tall
- Round, navette, baguette and square crystal rhinestones
- Rhodium plated
- Designed by Alfred Philippe for Crown Trifari (signed on verso)
- ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Cartier Paris 1970s Celtic Design Cabochon Amethyst Coral Gold Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris 1970s Celtic Design Cabochon Amethyst Coral Gold Brooch Pin in an openwork design. The most suitable elegant dress or suit pin. Chic 1970s...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Domed Faux Coral with Diamante Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Domed Faux Coral with Diamante Brooch. The Brooch is elevated in 3 layers. Such a chic brooch. The gold against the diamante and the faux cor...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
Pink & Blue Aurora Borealis Crystal Four Leaf Clover Brooch, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 2.75" x 2"
- Gold plated
- Pink/blue AB crystal rhinestones
- Circa 1960s
- Estate acquired
- Good vintage condition
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
White Enamel Lion and Phoenix Medallion Statement Brooch By Napier, 1970s
By Napier
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s
- 2.5" diameter
- White enameling
- Gold plated
- Lion, phoenix bird and crown openwork motif
- By Napier (sig...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Brooches
American Midcentury Modern Gold and Lapis Lazuli Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Modern brooch. A cluster of lapis lazuli berries mounted to irregular and striated 14k gold leaves. United States, ca 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Ribbon Brooch With Amethyst Crystals By Alfred Philippe For Crown Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- Extremely rare style from the iconic costume jewelry brand, Trifari
- 2" x 1.25"
- Gold plated (non-tarn...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Brooches
David Webb Platinum 40 Carat Diamond Feather Set of Two Brooches
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Pair of impressive platinum and 18k gold leaf brooches by David Webb, with a total of approximately 40 carats in round and baguette cut H/VS-SI1 d...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf or Feather Brooch by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Tiffany & Co. 18K yellow gold leaf brooch or pin.
By Angela Cummings.
With a wonderfully textured and hand hammered surface.
Fully hallmarked on the stem.
Simply a t...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Bow Brooch with Baguette and Square Pink Stones Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bow Brooch with Baguette and Square Pink Stones with Large Pink Center. This would look great as a bow tie look or on the side or on a hat....
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
18K White Gold Open Work 1.25 Carat Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 1940's this remarkable brooch is made of 18K White Gold in an open work rectangular shape. Soft corner are adorned with round cut diamonds, and are further decorated with ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond X Pin
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Tiffany & Co. 18kt yellow gold curved open work leaf design pin with a platinum Tiffany iconic 'X' center design which is pave-set with thirty round bri...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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