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Victorian Brooches

VICTORIAN STYLE

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Victorian
14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Beads Large Bow Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14k yellow gold brooch. It depicts like a large “gift bow” shaped brooch adorned with multiple turquoise beads in prong settings. It has a tube hinged trombone clasp...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique horse and jockey brooch in 18 Karat and Enamel, English, circa 1900
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique brooch of a horse and jockey. Well made by the English firm A&W (best know for equestrian motif enamel jewelry), this antique piece is enameled with fine detail on all sid...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch Pendant C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1850 This very fine antique Maltese cross is crafted in silver topped 14K gold (front – silver, back – gold). The cross is embellished wit...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Oval Cut Amethyst and Seed and Akoya Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Charming amethyst and pearl brooch/pendant surrounded by a beautifully detailed 14 karat yellow gold filigree design. Type: Brooch / Penda...
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sapphire Seed Pearl Butterfly Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian blue sapphire seed pearl and yellow gold butterfly brooch pendant with watch hook circa 1890. SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONES: one oblong c...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Coral Cameo Brooch/Pendant, CA 1900
Located in Miami, FL
A striking and rare coral carving attributed to Italian craftsmanship, Circa 1900. The carving represents an intricate female figure with floral and leaf motifs around her neck. The ...
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1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Bezel Black Onyx & Mourning Hair Octagonal Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a beautiful antique mourning locket brooch which was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold during the Victorian era. The center of th...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Persian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Dove
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Persian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Dove from the late 19th Century. Pave turquoises and pearls are used to decorate the dove in fli...
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1870s French Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal

Circa 1890s French Fleur de Lis Seed Pearl Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This antique brooch is made in France and has a fleur de lis design with seed pearls. Circa: 1890s Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold with Silver Accents Weight: 4.6 gr...
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1890s French Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Sapphire Diamond Gold Horseshoe Stick Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890 An antique gold stickpin in the form of a horseshoe (a good luck symbol) is embellished with excellent royal blue old mine cut sapphires and antique cushion cut diamonds. ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Early Victorian 14k Gold Emerald Mine Diamond Sword Cigar Cutter Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous antique sword and sheath brooch crafted from solid 14k yellow gold with a rich rosy tone during the early Victorian era. This brooch features an emerald cut n...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Unusual Victorian Pecan Stickpin
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Victorian Pecan Stickpin in 14k gold from the 19th Century. Hand crafted of textured yellow gold, pink gold with a white and pink gold spike. Unusual subject matter, were not...
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1860s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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14k Gold

1890 Victorian Red Enamel Rubinstein Gold Medal Pin with Ruby
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a wonderful Victorian medal pin crafted in 14K yellow gold and vibrant red enamel that depicts Anton Rubinstein. The pin depicts an intricately...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Ruby, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian Diamond Silver Front Gold Backed Oval Brooch or Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This Victorian-era brooch contains three Old Mine cut diamonds, surrounded by 24 smaller rose and single cut diamonds. The front of the brooch is made of silver; its tarnished patina...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Silver

Victorian Bird Swallow Dove Pearl Brooch Pendant French 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and very rare antique Victorian French Swallow Bird Dove pendant brooch in 18 Karat Gold adorned with a Pearl drop in an extraordinary three-dimensional design of a flying bird with the pearl in its mouth. During the Victorian period jewelry...
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19th Century French Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18k Gold 13.50ctw Oval Amethyst w/ Hand Engraved Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an outstanding antique brooch that was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold during the Victorian era. The brooch features a magnificent natural amethyst stone that has an ...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unusual Victorian Coral Cat Stickpin
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Victorian Coral Cat Stickpin from the 19th Century. A finely carved 3D cat's head is set on a gold round with black enamel detailing to look like a ruff or collar. Superb qua...
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1870s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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Coral, 14k Gold

Victorian Silver Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Set in Sterling, this substantial Scottish brooch is set with four colors of agate native to Scotland. Fine Scottish jewelry makers mastered the stone...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Agate, Silver

Victorian 4.26 Carat Colombian Emerald and 8.49 Carat Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
True to the Victorian period! This very fine Colombian Emerald & Old European Diamond pendant brooch is a forever heirloom piece. The pe...
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1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond & Pearl French Made Pin Platinum & Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Delicately created over 120 years ago this pin is sure to stand out. This beautiful creation measures apprioximately 1.25" in length. The pin is set with rose cut diamonds and three ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Circa 1890s Victorian Pearl and Ceylon Sapphire Clover Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This antique four leaf clover brooch has a center Asscher cut baby blue Ceylon sapphire. Dating back to 1890s, it's very well cr...
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1890s Sri Lankan Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Pendant Flower Basket Diorama Brooch Pin Yellow Gold Antique Victorian
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique Victorian Flower Basket Diorama Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch Pin Features a Hand Painted Tile With Miniature Hand Made Flow...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Circa 1875 Victorian Lingerie Pin with Seed Pearls in 18K Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This unique lingerie pin or brooch has an intricate repousse floral design with graduated seed pearls. This pin has an engraved date "May 5...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Steel

Victorian Diamond Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circus Bear Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting a standing bear figure with collar around its neck. Holding a 4.0 x 3.0 mm baroque pearl that rotates on its axis. White in body color with silver overtones and good luster...
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1880s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch from the 19th Century. Incredible quality and charming subject matter. Finely detailed gold work ...
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1860s American Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Rose Gold Diamond Opal Ruby Pendant-Brooch 1890s American
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Victorian Rose Gold Diamond Opal Ruby Pendant-Brooch 1890s American Excellent Condition Original American Antique 130 Yrs old Victorian pendent-brooch circa 1890s 14 Karat gold, ...
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1880s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Rose Gold

Superb Victorian 14kt Yellow Gold Pearl and Turquoise Locket Compartment Back Br
Located in Wheaton, IL
This stunning antique Victorian brooch is a true masterpiece of jewelry design. It is made of 14kt yellow gold, which gives it a warm, golden glow. The brooch features a locket compa...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Griffin Holding a Diamond Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Hand crafted Victorian French Vintage Brooch Pin featuring a Griffin holding an old European cut white G/H; SI2 clarity, weighing approx. 0.22 Carat. Measuring appr...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Late Victorian 18 Karat Gold Bacchus Satyr Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a polished gold grimacing face of the satyr god Bacchus With long ears and stylized hair Tested as 18 karat gold Circa 1890 Head measures: 1/2 x 3/8 inch Total lengt...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 19th Century Shell Cameo Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian or French, circa 1860 A large finely carved shell cameo of Hebe and the eagle of Zeus is set in an ornate 18K gold bezel and mounted as a brooch. The corners of the bezel are...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold and Silver Topped Diamond Swallow Bird Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold and Silver Topped Diamond Swallow Bird Pin. This gorgeous piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold and the...
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1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 4.00 Total Carat Diamond Tremblé Wings Tiara and Pin in Original Box
Located in Narberth, PA
A rare and truly magnificent pair of diamond-encrusted "wings" from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in sterling silver and 14kt gold, this convertible piece can be worn in two eq...
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1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Diamond Gold Silver Chick Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
This magical Victorian diamond gold silver brooch is no chicken feed. With three adorable diamond chicks vying for their golden food, this one-of-a-ki...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Large Antique Victorian GIA Carved Red Coral Cameo w/ 14k Gold Open Frame Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large handmade antique brooch was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold during the Victorian era. It features a GIA certified, natural coral stone set into an open work and hand etch...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A staple of the Victorian jewelry, this crescent is a perfect example of gold craft from that period circa 1890-1900. The crescent is made in 14-karat yellow gold and features 7 grad...
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1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Chimera Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The Victorian Chimera Brooch, a mythological beast in Greek mythology, has the head of a lion, the tail of a snake, the body of a sheep, and the wings of an eagle. Chimera, which sta...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Brooch Pendant
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Original Victorian brooch and pendant handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The brooch features bright blue turquoise gemstone accents and an etruscan design. The brooch measures 40 x...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Ruby Diamond and Pearl Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A late Victorian brooch circa 1900, featuring a cushion cut shape Burmese ruby with a strong pinkish red hue adorned with old mine cut diamonds. The ruby has an estimated weight of 0...
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1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold and Pearl Horseshoe Brooch with Diamond-Set Nail and Pendant Loop
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian brooch in the form of a pearl-studded horseshoe pierced by a pavé diamond spike, with pendant loop, in 18k gold and platinum.
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Early 1900s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold .38Ct Diamond Scarab Brooch with .06Ct Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
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1990s Spanish Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian Scottish Sterling Horseshoe Brooch with Three Dimensional Deer
Located in Stamford, CT
A Scottish Horseshoe brooch in sterling with two sculpted three dimensional deer on top of a deer leg riding crop, is an example of the hunting jewelry...
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Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Enamel and Diamond Stickpin
Located in New York, NY
Large Victorian Enamel and Diamond Pinwheel Stickpin in 14k from the late 19th Century. Originally a brooch but converted to a stickpin later. Fine...
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1870s American Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Multigem Silver & Gold Clover Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian design, this 18 karat gold and silver brooch features multiple pear-shaped gems and diamonds. It weighs 5.5 grams. Length: 3 cm. Width: 2.5 cm.
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Early 1900s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Loyal Order of the Moose Diamond Ruby Pin Brooch Yellow Gold Victorian
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique Loyal Order of the Moose Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Victorian Features a Genuine Natural Round Ruby Gemstone This Pin ...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Scottish Banded Agate Bow Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
A sterling silver banded sardonyx bow, in perfect condition, amazes us with the three dimensional carving of a master work in stone. There is Scottish jewelry...
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1860s Scottish Antique Victorian Brooches

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Marcus & Co. Sapphire Cabochon 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a highly domed sapphire bullet cabochon weighing approximately 1.70 carats. Eye clean and true blue in color with medium saturation. Bezel set with a twisted rope and a concentric halo surround of gold beading. Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold. Signed Marcus for Marcus and Co...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Era Antique Russian Amethyst Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated 1873 A 14K yellow matte gold brooch features an oval Russian amethyst (24 x 21 x 12.4 mm, approximately 33 carats) surrounded by ornate open...
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Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Victorian Brooches

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Amethyst

14 Karat Antique Ruby Hat Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Antique Ruby Hat Pin. A single round 5mm Ruby is bezel-set in the center of this triangle-shaped hat pin. The Ruby has a clean-eye with natural i...
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1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Victorian Vintage Mourning Brooch Pin 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Victorian style French made Vintage gold mourning brooch pin 18k yellow gold 28.30 grams Cobalt Blue Enamel, Pearls and Picture/hair space. circa l...
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Early 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Small Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Brooch in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This incredible Victorian style turquoise and diamond brooch is an absolutely stunning piece of history. Set in a horizontal layout, the brooch pops with vibrant turquoise stones and...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Boston Bill Terrier Stickpin Available
Located in Stamford, CT
You don't have to be Parisian to love Frenchies it from Boston to live Boston Bull Terriers. No The enamel on this canine stickpin is as good as it gets an...
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1870s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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14k Gold

14 Karat Gold Cameo Brooch Diamond Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
Large lovely Carved Cameo Pin and Pendant. Depicting a lovely lady with a wonderful diamond necklace. It has a fold-over bale so that you can use this as a pendant as well as a brooc...
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Early 1900s Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Quartz and Enamel Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed High Quality Antique Diamond, Quartz and Enamel Articulated Gold Brooch. Beautifully Hand crafted rectangular...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Enamel Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Geneva, Switzerland, circa 1850 An antique Swiss 18K gold brooch features an oval glossy enamel plaque finely painted with a view of Lake Lucerne after the 1844 painting by Thomas M...
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Mid-19th Century Swiss Antique Victorian Brooches

Antique Natural Pearl and Rose Diamond Stick Pin, circa 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Natural pearls accented by rose diamonds set in silver and topped with gold, this is an early antique stick pin circa 1860. During the 19th century and early 20th century men routinely wore stickpins in their ties. Today both men ad woman sport...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

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 Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Diamond and Pearl Crescent Moon Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite crescent moon pin from the late Victorian (ca1900s) era! This beautiful piece is crafted in 18kt yellow gold and silver and displays lus...
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Early 1900s French Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Micromosaic Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming Victorian-era micromosaic brooch is a wonder of meticulous craftsmanship and intricate design. Depicting a friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel...
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19th Century Italian Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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