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

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

Antique Multi Gem and Gold Bow Brooch, Circa 1860
Located in London, GB
An antique multi gem bow brooch, with an openwork design of baroque leaves, set with a foil backed sapphire in the centre and almandine garnet, pale green beryl, pale yellow beryl, h...
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1860s European Antique Victorian Brooches

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Hessonite, Yellow Beryl, Green Beryl, Turquoise, Pink Sapphire, Garnet, ...

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Infinity Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a charming Victorian turquoise and pearl ring. The ring is set with a centre pearl flanked by two turquoise stones in an infinity motif. The ring has been crafted in yellow g...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 1800s Padlock Pendant Brooch, Hair under glass, Natural pearls, turquoise
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cute little piece from the early nineteenth century! This padlock features a small glass window, most likely for featuring hair-work, surrounded by gorgeously lustrous pearls and a c...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise

English Victorian Etruscan Revival 15K Turquoise & Seed Pearl Brooch Marked 15C
Located in Santa Monica, CA
English Victorian Etruscan Revival 15K Turquoise & Seed Pearl Brooch Marked 15C English marked "15C" Victorian Etruscan Revival 15K Turquoise & Seed Pearl Brooch weighting 4.1 gr...
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian Turquoise and 15 Carat Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely pin holds 8 bright turquoise stones. The colour of the stones compliment the glossy 15 carat yellow gold perfectly. Stone Diameter: 2mm Pin Length: 39mm Weight: 2.3g
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold

Victorian Garnet and Turquoise Snake Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is an antique snake brooch. Fabulously crafted and coiled in 15ct yellow gold to depict the infinity symbol; this piece is set with turquoise stones to the head and garnets for ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Clam Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful turquoise clam brooch from the Victorian era. The brooch features an array of cabochon turquoise stones in a clam motif crafted in 9ct yellow gold with a se...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Locket Brooch Circa 1870
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian turquoise and half-pearl locket brooch featuring a raised domed turquoise cluster with a star-set natural half-pearl. A glass locket to the rear and a fancy wire surround c...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian era gold turquoise leaf flower brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale an exquisite Victorian era brooch featuring a large ivy leaf adorned with captivating turquoise beads, fully pave set to perfection. Nestled in the heart of the leaf is a lu...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold

Antique Pink Sapphire Diamond Turquoise & 14k Yellow Gold Insect Bar Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this stunning antique 19th century 14k yellow gold insect bar brooch, pin. This beautiful antique brooch is formed of a single barrette of gold, on whi...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Five Turquoise Gold bar brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Antique late Victorian 15 Carat Gold and five Turquoise bar brooch. A stunning interlaced pattern that is a common feature of Victorian-era jewelry and represents infinity. The br...
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1890s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Etruscan Turquoise Diamond Mourning Brooch in 18ct Gold., circa 1860 – 1880
Located in Kendal, GB
A remarkable antique Victorian Etruscan revival brooch fashioned in 18ct gold with a large turquoise encrusted dome in the centre, topped with a tw...
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19th Century European Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Turquoise Flower Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
So beautiful! An antique Victorian flower brooch pin set with rose cut diamonds and turquoise cabochon stones. The eleven rose cut diamonds - which are reminiscent of seeds - are hal...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Elegant 14k Yellow Gold Victorian Turquoise Pin
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your style with this captivating 14k yellow gold Victorian turquoise pin. Crafted with utmost attention to detail, this pin features a ...
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1990s Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Victorian Undulating Turquoise and Pearl Flower Pin
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold Victorian pin has an undulating flower form with curved petals that spiral like a sea anemone. Floral and oceanic, the pin has an organic quality to it that seems simple at first but draws in the eye to reveal the design’s intricacies. The flower is a fractal, its spirals mirror...
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1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15k Gold Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Crescent Brooch, c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this antique Victorian 15K gold brooch. The brooch features a wonderful design of a crescent shape with a three-leaf clover accent in the middle. The cres...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Brooch, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian 14K gold brooch. This brooch presents an impressive and endearing design with a crossed centre portion with 12 turquoise s...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Antique 18K Yellow Gold Egyptian Golden Phoenix Turquoise Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 3 inches Total Weight: 22.03 grams Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Golden Phoenix Brooch with Turquoises. ...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Dome Gold Brooch
Located in Joelton, TN
AN ANTIQUE TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND 18k BROOCH brooch. The domed body is set to the centre with a rose cut diamond on a ground of pave set cabochon turquoise, accented by further caboch...
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1890s English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Snake Brooch 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A Victorian turquoise snake brooch 18 karat yellow gold. This charming brooch is crafted in plain polished gold and set to its eye with a singl...
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Early 1900s European Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Turquoise and Lapis Victorian Revival Brooch
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Gorgeous vintage Victorian revival 14kt solid gold pin/brooch with prong set lapis and Persian turquoise stones set on an open work base and beaded boa...
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Mid-20th Century European Victorian Brooches

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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold

Victorian 14K Turquoise Pearl Brooch Pendant
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous, ornate victorian brooch is 14k gold. It features 16 natural turquoise and 3 natural pearls. The 14k gold chain/dangles, though antique, are not original. They were ad...
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Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

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

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

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Persian Turquoise Locket Brooch Pin Forget Me Not Bow Motif Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning early Victorian - Georgian Antique 14 Karat Gold and Turquoise Bow Forget Me Not Flower Brooch with a hanging locket pendant. The 23 round Persian Turquoise cabochons are absolutely exquisite. The jewels are set in Forget Me Not flower designs in an elegant bow motif with engraved and repousse gold work. Below the bow hangs a round pendant with a locket compartment on the reverse. The locket currently contains a braided hair design. This may be removed and replaced with a photo or memento if desired. The pendant brooch is in its original fitted box from RAV Jeweller, 55 Castle Street, Regent Street . The brooch is an exquisite example of early memorial jewelry...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Persian turquoise heart and bow convertible locket brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold and silver, Portugal. This romantic jewel of Victor...
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1930s Portuguese Vintage Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian English 15 Ct. Yellow Gold Turquoise and Pearl Brooch Locket Back
Located in Wheaton, IL
Beautiful victorian English 15 Kt. yellow gold, turquoise, and pearl brooch. Reverse - tube hinge, lever catch, and locket back. Great condition. Locket Back Dimensions: 2.0" Lengt...
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1870s English Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow 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

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

Antique Snake, Hammer and Stars Brooch, 9k Gold and Silver, Diamond, Ruby, Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and rare antique snake and hammer brooch. Victorian design at its very finest this brooch incorporates so many beautiful materials and so much symbolism in a small but m...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Victorian Brooches

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

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond Bar Brooch truly exquisite and detailed diamond and turquoise brooch The item com...
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Silver Turquoise Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian 14k gold locket pendant, 28mm in diameter. Weight 6.9 grams. Decorated with turquoise and diamond. Comes in original box.
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian 18 Carat Gold Turquoise and Diamond FB BF Heart Bar Broch
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb late Victorian period brooch. Solid 15 carat yellow gold bar brooch. Designed with an 18ct gold heart to centre. The heart set with a single turquoise stone with diamond enc...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Mappin Brothers Victorian Turquoise and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fancy Mapin Brothers Victorian brooch holds a scattering of small bright turquoise stones and pearls. The two pins have bow detail and the chains hold a sweet heart. Comes in or...
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Pearl, 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

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

Late Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Clover Leaf Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian turquoise and diamond clover leaf brooch, the three leaves each set with a cabochon-cut pear-shaped turquoise to the centre of a cl...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Turtle Scatter Pin Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian turtle scatter pin brooch, the brooch comprising a pair of turtles, each turtle embellished with alternating lines of half pearls and cabochon...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Turquoise Stick Pin 10 Karat
Located in Wallkill, NY
Antique 10K Gold Turquoise claw set stick pin. Can be worn on a lapel, Hat, Handbag. Stunning piece! Measuring .34" and the pin is 2.6in. long. This is out of a massive collection...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Hourglass Form 14 Karat Gold Filigreed Brooch with Inlaid Turquoise
Located in New York, NY
This elegant victorian brooch was realized in the United States, circa 1920. it features two ovoids that together create an hourglass shape that meet in the center at a diamond form....
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1880s American Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Turquoise and 9 Carat Gold Locket Back Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet brooch has a secret. The secret is that it has a round locket on the back of it! The front of the brooch holds marcasite stones and turquoise. The turquoise adds a perfect...
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1850s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Marcasite, Turquoise, 9k Gold

Drop Earring Brooch Ring Jewelry Set Gold Turquoises Pearls Diamond, Vienna 1890
Located in Vienna, AT
LATE VICTORIAN (= VIENNESE LATEST HISTORICISM) GOLDEN JEWELRY SET: PAIR OF EARRINGS as well as RING and BROOCH MADE OF GOLD 14ct decorated with TURQUOISES, PEARLS and DIAMOND. ELEGANT BROOCH: made of GOLD (14 ct / 585), having hexagonal form (= six-sided form type), additionally decorated with six small TURQUOISES and a larger TURQUOISE attached in middle area, this one surrounded by a ring of six small PEARLS = causing a very decorative effect ! WEIGHT: 7.0 GRAMS (= 0.24 OZ / 0.22 TROY OUNCE) FINEST GOLDEN COLOUR ! OLD IMPERIAL AUSTRIAN...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Classy Victorian Turquoise Brooch with diamonds #P0080 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 6.0 Grams Total Diamond Weight - Approximately 1 ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pendant Brooch Gold 585 Three Turquoises Biedermeier Period Vienna circa 1850
Located in Vienna, AT
Very interesting pendant / brooch made during Viennese Late Biedermeier Period: It is of rhombic as well as of stylized form type to which three turquoises are attached to middle ar...
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1850s Austrian Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

18K Victorian Yellow Gold Turquoise Target Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful and fine quality Victorian c.1880 18 carat yellow gold and Turquoise "Target" brooch. Width 40mm. Weight 13.1gr. Unmarked, tested - 18 carat gold
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Arts & Crafts Russian Jeweled Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in St. Petersburg, circa 1890. A 14K gold brooch / pin is designed as a stylized horseshoe - a symbol of good luck. The brooch is set with an oval cabochon amethyst and ...
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Victorian Brooches

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Amethyst, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Hand-Painted Porcelain Mythical Bar Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Gold Victorian Bar Pin with wonderful hand-painted porcelain Mythical Depictions on each end. They are surrounded by Turquoise. During the second half of the 19th century,...
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1860s Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Stick Brooch Gold 585 Turquoises Corals Diamonds 0.25 ct, Austria, circa 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
GOLDEN LATE BIEDERMEIER (= HIGH VICTORIAN) Stick Brooch with Turquoises, Corals and Diamonds MADE CIRCA 1860. GOLD (14 ct / 585) TURQUOISES, CORALS AND DIAMONDS (VINTAGE CUT /...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Victorian Brooches

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Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Stick Brooch Gold 585 Turquoises Late Biedermeier Austria Vienna Vintage
Located in Vienna, AT
GOLDEN LATE BIEDERMEIER (= HIGH VICTORIAN) Stick Brooch with Turquoises. MADE CIRCA 1860. GOLD (14 ct / 585) & TURQUOISES WEIGHT: 15.0 GRAMS ...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Late Victorian Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond Brooch, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
An antique turquoise and diamond brooch dating from around the turn of the twentieth century and featuring a romantic heart motif. Set in platinum-accented 18 carat yellow gold, thi...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Seed Pearl and Turquoise Bug
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Seed Pearl and Turquoise Bug crawling up a staff capped with a solitary pearl. Beautifully rendered in 3D with realistic insect anat...
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1870s British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Turquoise Sword Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian bejewelled sword pin brooch. It is crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. The piece features rose cut diamonds, pearls and turquoises. Has a C clasp. Weight: 4.52g...
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Late 20th Century Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Turquoise and Pearl Star Pendant Brooch, 15k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Turquoise and Pearl star pendant brooch is truly a magnificent piece of Late Victorian jewellery. Stars and celestial jewels have a timeless allure that just keeps on g...
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19th Century British Antique Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turqouise and Diamond Bird Nest Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very lovely Victorian brooch depicting a nest with two birds and flowers. The birds are studded with ruby eyes, diamond and turqouise and the flowers are studded with diamonds and ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

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