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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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Period: 1990s
Style: Modern
Brooch set with diamonds 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt bicolour gold brooch set with single cut diamond, approximately 0.20 ct in total - F/G - VS/SI - size 5.0 cm x 3.0 cm detailed description: The size of the brooch is approxim...
Category

1990s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Black Lucite Pear Brooch With Rhinestone Details By Kenneth Jay Lane, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - Gold plated - 2.7" x 1.6" - Black lucite - Clear crystal accents - By Kenneth Jay Lane (signed on verso) - C...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Diamond and White Gold Bow Brooch, circa 1990, 5.00 Carat
Located in London, GB
A diamond bow brooch, pavé set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, in an openwork bow design, with millegrain edges, mounted in 18ct white gold, with a pin and trombone safety clasp, ...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Gilded Frog Figural Brooch by Erwin Pearl, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 2.25" x 2" - Gold plated - By Erwin Pearl (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Diamond Bee Brooch Pin Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
A diamond bee brooch pin set in 18 karat white gold. This sweet and realistically detailed brooch is set to its head with two pinkish tinted round brilliant cut diamond for eyes. Th...
Category

1990s British Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern Diamond, Citrine and Platinum Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A large butterfly en-tremblant brooch, with brilliant-cut and marquise-cut diamond set wings, thorax, eyes and antennae. The abdomen is set with a large oval faceted golden citrine, ...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1980's Large Yellow and Golden Orange Sapphire Gold Flower Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Big and bold in design! This 18k yellow gold Flower pin features 28.60 carats of round brilliant-cut genuine yellow Sapphire in different shades of color from yellow to orange. It...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold

GARAVELLI Diamond 7.92cts Emerald 18K Gold Lizard Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting from the house of Garavelli a Lizard Motif Brooch Pin adorned with Natural Round Diamonds and Natural Emerald Gemstone eye. Crafted In 18K Yellow and white and yellow gol...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. Dove Bird Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. dove brooch set in 18k yellow gold. The brooch is composed of a flying dove motif, made of polished 18k yellow gold. It is secur...
Category

1990s Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sonia Rykiel Massive Gilt Metal Bowtie Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Sonia Rykiel Paris bowtie pin brooch features a dimensional massive bow shape with gilt metal all textured and with carved and see-thru stars. The piece is signed by fa...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Paris Pin Brooch Gilt Metal and Resin Donut
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Yves Saint Laurent Paris signed pin brooch features a dimensional donut shape with textured gilt metal in a checkerboard pattern contrasted with rust resin elements with ...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Cartier Ruby and Blue Sapphire Flower Brooch
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Cartier blue sapphire and ruby flower brooch set in 18k yellow gold. The brooch depicts a beautiful flower display...
Category

1990s Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch / Pendant “Mask of Agamemnon”, 18k gold, 90's
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Amazing and beautiful Gold reproduction of the famous Agamemnon mask, a Mycenaean work, in 18k gold. The face is represented on a sheet of matte gold, whose details perfectly follow those of the original mask. On the back the gold takes on a shiny finish, and the contrast is found on one of the sides. It can be worn as a brooch or as a pendant. A perfect, original and elegant complement. About Agamemnon's mask The mask of Agamemnon...
Category

1990s Greek Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Modern Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Star Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This splendid gold pearl brooch features an openwork star motif set atop a round white orient cultured pearl. The closing system ...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Missoni Italy 1991 Black Resin and Metal Tribal Mask Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a rare iconic Missoni Italy brooch designed for their 1991 jewelry collection. The pin features a dimensional oversized carved tribal mask in blac...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper, Gilt Metal

Moira Green Garnet, Diamond, Sapphire, Silver and Gold, Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A large gem set dragonfly brooch, with three old-cut diamonds set in the head, with an oval, cabochon-cut sapphire, weighing an estimated 2.35ct and two further old-cut diamonds in t...
Category

1990s British Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, Silver

Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold Bow Brooch, 15.00 Carat, 1994
Located in London, GB
A late 20th century diamond, modern, and 18ct white gold bow brooch, with approximately 15.00 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds, in our opin...
Category

1990s English Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Angela Cummings 1989 Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold with 3.76 Ctw in Green Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Fruity brooch designed by Angela Cummings. Fantastic and unusual brooch, created by Angela Cummings in New York city, back in the 1997. This brooch has been crafted in the shape of a magical fruit with a swirled stem...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990s Gilded Heart Brooch w/ Scroll Details & Dangle Accents By Edouard Rambaud
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - 1.8" x 2.6" - Gold plated hardware - Attributed to Edouard Rambaud (unsigned) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Guy Laroche Gilt Metal and Pearl Starfish Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Guy Laroche Paris pin brooch features an oversized starfish shape with gilt metal all carved and textured ornate with pearl-like cabochon. There is the engraved brand si...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

6.1 Carat Greenish Yellow Heart Shaped Pendent Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Greenish Yellow Heart-shaped Brooch Pendant, a stunning piece of jewelry that's magnificiant. Featuring a glittering natural greenish-y...
Category

1990s Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Sea Horse Shaped Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous piece of jewelry, sea horse shaped brooch is certain to draw admiration. The centerpiece eye is an exquisitely faceted red ruby set in 18k white gold which is surrounded w...
Category

1990s Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Robert Lee Morris Gilded Face Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a large brooch created by Robert Lee Morris from a wax impression of a mannequin face, and used as part of the jewelry collaboration with Donna Karan in the early 1990's. The...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

18ct Gold Moonstone Brooch #1427, Torun for Georg Jensen
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold and moonstone cabochon spiral brooch #1427, designed by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe for Georg Jensen. The brooch is stamped with the Georg Jensen mark used since 1...
Category

1990s Danish Modern Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Paloma Picasso For Tiffany & Co. Star Geometric Brooch in 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Paloma Picasso, for Tiffany & Co. geometric star motif pin brooch in 18k solid yellow gold. Stamped: '750' - 'Paloma Picasso' - 'Tiffany & Co.' ✔ Metal: 18K Yellow Gold ✔ Weight:...
Category

1990s North American Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Purple and Red Jeweled Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely Yves Saint Laurent YSL Paris jeweled pin brooch. Features gilt metal geometric star shape, carved, and see-thru ornate crystal rhinestones in purple...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Exotic Gilt Metal Jeweled Enamel Elephant Brooch c 1990s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic gilt metal jeweled enamel elephant brooch c 1990s The unique gilt metal brooch is lacquered in creamy white enamel Adorned with an emerald green resin cabochon in the center Accented with a tiny dangling...
Category

1990s Chinese Modern Brooches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Emerald 1.56Cttw Ruby 2.04Cttw Diamond 1.92Cttw Brooch 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning openwork, 18k white gold brooch is set with glittering diamonds, vibrant emeralds and rubies. This brooch measures 2 1/4 inches tall by 1 7/8 inches wide. The Gemstones...
Category

1990s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Crystal Encrusted Seahorse Figural Brooch By Nolan Miller, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - 2.25" x 1.25" - Gold plated - Covered in clear round and baguette crystals - By Nolan Miller (signed on verso)...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Mikimoto Estate Brooch Pin with Pearls 14k Gold 7.83 Grams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
MIKIMOTO 14 KT GOLD PIN BROOCH 7.83 GRAMS 6.07 MM PEARLS M129 This elegant Authentic Mikimoto 14 KT Gold brooch has 6 Saltwater Akoya Cultured Pearls ...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Moira Design Pink and Blue Sapphire Silver and Gold Bow Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Moira design bow brooch, set with round blue and pink sapphires, in silver micro-claw pavé settings, mounted in 18ct yellow gold, with a pin and tube catch. Signed and numbered Moi...
Category

1990s British Modern Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Estate Diamond Pearl Coral Onyx 18K Gold White Ibis Bird Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
An ice breaker piece for all bird lovers! this brooch pendant is inspired by the American White Ibis, one of the most numerous wading birds in Florida. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, ...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Oversized Gilded Crystal Pavé Rose Brooch by Nolan Miller, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 3.75" tall - Gold plated - Crystal rhinestones - By Nolan Miller (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Vintage Gilded Swan Princess Figural Brooch by Erwin Pearl, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 2.5" x 2" - Gold plated - Crystal rhinestone accents - Faux pearl accents - By Erwin Pearl (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excel...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Diamond and Ruby 14 Carat White and Yellow Gold Bee Brooch
Located in London, GB
This charming brooch is inlaid with 19 round brilliant cut diamonds, all claw set inside the bug's body, totaling to an approximate weight of 2.00 carat. The bee is further set with ...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Pink Crystal Encrusted Figural Rose Brooch By Nolan Miller, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 3.5" height - Gold plated with rose gold tone detail - Light pink & clear crystal rhinestone pavé - By Nolan Miller (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate a...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Vintage Black & White Enamel Bow Statement Brooch by Joan Rivers, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 2.5" x 2.25" - Gold plated - Enameled - By Joan Rivers (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Aurora Borealis Crystal Encrusted Ornate Gunmetal Brooch By Joan Rivers, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2" x 2" - Gunmetal silver tone - Blue and yellow Aurora Borealis crystals - By Joan Rivers (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excellent vinta...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Vintage Silver Crystal Pavé Long Stem Rose Figural Brooch by Nolan Miller, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 3" tall - Silver tone - Crystal rhinestone pavé - From "The Glamour Collection" - By Nolan Miller (signed with on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acqui...
Category

1990s Thai Modern Brooches

Valentino Vintage Brooch w Flower
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant brooch by the famous stylist Valentino from Italy 90s. The brooch is shaped like a vase with a well-defined flower. The design of the vase is reproduced by metal weaving and ...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Mixed Metal

18 Karat White Gold Diamond 0.86 Carat Bee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A lovely designed 18 karat white gold bee brooch. The bee is crafted in a high polished white gold. The wings are set with round brilliant diamon...
Category

1990s Israeli Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sabbadini 18KT Yellow Gold Ladybug Brooch, 6.02Ct. Yellow Sapphires & Black Onyx
Located in New York, NY
Started in the 1940's Sabbadini of Italy is known throughout the world for their artisinal excellence and creative design. Their creativity shines in this 18 karat yellow gold lady bug brooch...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond .74 Carat Bee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A lovely designed 18 karat yellow and white gold bee brooch. The bee is crafted in a high polished yellow gold. The white gold wings are set wit...
Category

1990s Israeli Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Jumbo Gilded Abstract Knot Brooch With Checker Texture By Celine, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2" x 1.6" - Gold plated - Made in Paris, France - By Celine (signed on verso) - Circa 1990s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Vintage 1990s 6.7 Carat Burmese Ruby 4.0 Carat Diamond Butterfly Brooch Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch in Platinum and White Gold, 1990s. This brooch is modelled as a butterfly in flight, the winds decorated with marquise mixed-cut Burmese rub...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold and 1.49 Carat Diamond Dolphin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cellini 18 karat yellow gold dolphin brooch. Designed in a hi polished yellow gold ,beautifully set with pave diamond in the tail, fin and mouth. A brilliant cut ruby is set for the ...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Yellow and White Gold Semi-Precious Stone Puffed Heart Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This lovely puffed heart diamond brooch by Cellini Jewelers NYC, is made of green peridot, purple amethyst and orange citrine, a quite unique and...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Deep Coral Nacre Camellia Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Maison Gripoix for Chanel poured glass signature camellia pendant-brooch with deep coral nacre lacquer by Victoire de Castellane for Maison Gripoix ...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

18 Karat White Gold 2.36 Carat Diamond Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Cellini Jewelers NYC, as two leaves, this 18 karat white gold brooch is set with 2.36 carats of pave diamonds. The brooch measures 2" ...
Category

1990s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Violin Pin in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal type: 18 karat white gold Weight: 10.3 grams Measurement: 1.75 inch length x 2.5 inch width Diamond Details: Cut: Round Carat: .35 carat total weight Color: G-H Clarity: VS-SI This is a beautiful Violin pin...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Levian Multigem Lobster Pin Brooch, Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal type: Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Measures: 2.5 inch length x 1 inch width Weight: 25 grams A stunning, collectible and rare find! This is an iconic Levian Multigem Lobster Pin...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Onyx, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Bright Lime Nacre Camellia Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Maison Gripoix for Chanel poured glass signature multi petal camellia pendant-brooch with bright lime green nacre lacquer by Victoire de Castellane for Maison Gripoix for Ch...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a great 18k yellow gold floral brooch. The fabulous thing about this brooch is that its use of negative space gives it an ethereal floral layout. Whether worn on the lapel or...
Category

1990s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cellini 18 Karat Gold Moon Pendant/Brooch, Diamonds and Multicolored Gems
Located in New York, NY
"Love you to the moon and back" This beautiful brooch was designed by Bruno Bossio from Vincenza Italy and made exclusively for Cellini. This crescent 18 karat yellow gold moon is se...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar de la Renta Extra Large White Enamel Abstract Flower Statement Brooch
Located in Milford, DE
An oversized modern flower statement brooch by Oscar de la Renta. This brooch consists of two large pieces connected together with a link. Features painted white enamel on a rhodium-...
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Rhodium

Diamonds and 18 Karat White Gold Flower Brooch 'Chain Not Included'
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 ...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Claude Lalanne POMME BOUCHE Brooch - Never used
Located in Boston, MA
CLAUDE LALANNE Iconic "POMME BOUCHE" made into a brooch. Designed 1990 Produced by Arthus Bertrand, Paris Patinated bronze Monogrammed C.L and stamped LAL...
Category

1990s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Bronze

Diamonds and Precious Stones Peacock Brooch 18 Karat Gold
Located in Palermo, IT
Diamonds and Precious Stones Peacock Brooch in yellow and withe gold 18kt diamonds ct 2,20,Italian handcrafted.1990 misurement:2cm x 8 cm Australian pea...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

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