1860s Brooches

A dramatic and beautifully executed antique brooch dating (circa 1860-1880), featuring a boldly sculpted snake crafted in 14k bloomed gold, set with vivid demantoid garnet eyes. Serp...

A granulated jewel of a brooch, set in 18kt soft toned gold, showcases a star of gleaming natural pearls on turquoise blue enamel. Layers and texture were created by the jeweler's ha...

The vibrant green of malachite is beautiful and rich. The setting is gold or heavily gold cased. When gold cased jewelry is heavily cased it tests as gold making it difficult to be e...

14k yellow gold brooch with coral – 8.7 grams Detailed description: The brooch has a diameter of 1.3 cm wide and 1.1 cm high. Weight: 8.7 grams Set with: - 1 x 1.6 cm round cabo...

Striking Mid 19th Century Foiled Amythest Etruscan Brooch circa 1860's. Elaborate Etruscan gold work setting with large pale amythest with deep purple foils within. Colored foils set...

Coral Timeless Seduction This absolutely superb antique Coral brooch is 1860/70 ca Spectacular and important antique art piece of pretty large scale, skilfully hand carved during the...

This impressive 1860s Victorian shell cameo brooch is expertly crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The finely carved shell depicts a classical-profile of a women with flowing curls and ...

Wonderful Micro-Mosaic Brooch and Pendant with a floral center. Does double duty, truly a wonderful piece. Antique C style pin back. Set in 14kt Yellow Gold . Measuring 1.83 in wide...

Lovely Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch from the mid 19th Century. Nicely proportioned with pave rose cut garnets and seed pearl eyes. Great quality. 2.5" x 1.5". 1860's USA.

Lovely Etruscan Revivalist Brooch from the 19th Century attributed to Eugene Fontenay. Pendant brooch in 18K gold in the Archeological Revivalist style with central Neoclassical hand...

Notable Victorian period Diamond spray brooch made of silver over 15 Kt gold - 1860 ca Designed as a beautiful flower & leaf spray richly set with a selection of old Diamonds totalling 7.50 Ct Diamonds consist in 2 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx 1.90 Ct (G/H-VVS/VS) – 30 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx 5.00 Ct (G/H – VVS/SI) – 27 rose cut diamonds totalling approx .60 Ct TCW is approx 7.50 CT Impressive Victorian artwork...

This Egyptian revival brooch is of outstanding quality. It was created out of 18 karat gold in the late 1860's / 1870's. The revolving scarab is made out of a carved and a carnel...

Exceptional Collector Quality Tiffany 19th Century Carved Coral Warrior Stickpin with hinged gold helmet which opens with dragon perched on top. Exquisite ...

Period: 1890 ca. Size: 24 x 21 mm Weight: 7,3 gr The Victorian brooch is made of 18k gold and features a heart shape. In the centre, two silver hearts interconnected, surmounted by ...

Massive 19th Century Victorian Coral Claw Stickpin set in 14k gold. Beautifully detailed claw holding large natural salmon toned coral bead. Special because of its impressive size. ...

This elegant antique lapel was realized in France, circa 1860. It features a circular pendant composed of 18kt yellow gold with crescent moon and star inlaid in starburst guilloche r...

A renaissance revival pendant brooch of a winged putto This is an exceptional and rare brooch created in Italy, around the 1850's. This fabulous piece of jewelry has been masterfull...

Unusual Victorian pin of aluminum, "amethyst" paste, gilt metal and mother of pearl. The aluminum is embossed with a foliate design. A bold and striking piece to wear on a shoulder o...

Wonderful and rare Tiffany Reverse Crystal Victorian Stickpin. Substantial size and quality with an incredible oval hand painted Essex crystal of r...

Victorian Sterling Scottish Brooch from the 19th Century. Mid 19th Century with Greek Key blue enamel accents and beautifully detailed hand etchi...

Period: XIX century Dimensions: 4,40 x 3,40 cm Weight: 21,40 gr The cameo, dated to the 19th century, is made on a two-tone agate set in an 18-karat yellow gold setting and feature...

The Georgians and Victorians were fond of symbolism in their jewelry and crafted jewelry to commemorate important life experiences such as birth, love, betrothal, and mourning or death. Events such as Halley’s Comet sightings, which occur about every 75 years, served as inspiration for such jewelry forms. Georgian jewelers were the first to create Halley’s comet brooches...

A Victorian diamond spray brooch, the flower-head centrally-set with an old-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.50 carats, each petal pave-...

Here we have an exquisite brooch taken from the Victorian era showcasing a regal crown design. Meticulously handcrafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold, this antique piece is adorned wi...

Mosaics were a popular souvenirs from Italy for people on the Grand Tour. They are also known as Florentine Mosaics and they speak to the romanticism that flourished throughout Victo...

Victorian Carved Quartz and Diamond Leaf Brooch/Pendant from the mid 19th Century. Exceptional quality manufacture with high quality mine cut diamonds w...

We are delighted to offer this endearing antique Victorian gold cameo brooch made c.1860. This lovely brooch features a wonderfully ornate and richly scrolled frame/mount set in a w...

Here we have gorgeous brooch taken from the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a blend of 18ct gold and silver into the shape of a witches heart and focally f...

A Victorian diamond en tremblant butterfly brooch, the body composed of three graduated old mine-cut diamonds (1.75 cts, .70 cts, and .60 cts from top to bottom), with further diamon...

Charming mid Victorian Jeweled Lizard Brooch set with tiny vibrant green pastes (to emulate demantoid garnets) and oversized ruby glass "eyes" set in gol...

Victorian Baby in Bonnet Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch from the 19th Century. Incredible quality and charming subject matter. Finely detailed gold work ...

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,...

Victorian Painted Enamel and Silver, Octagonal Shaped Brooch, Jenny Lind c1860. Johanna Maria "Jenny" Lind was a Swedish opera singer, often called the "Swedish Nightingale". One of ...

A Victorian hardstone cameo brooch, the hardstone cameo depicting a profile of lady in Roman style wearing rose wreath, surrounded by a thirty f...

This exquisite Victorian brooch was crafted in 14k yellow gold with a captivating amethyst centerpiece and a beautifully balanced arrangement of luminous pearls. The rich purple amet...

Chatelaine in gold and enamel. The chatelaine is ornamented with three painted medallions in monochrome pink and features cupids. These medallions are linked by S-shaped motifs in re...

A Byzantine revival micro-mosaic stick pin in the form of an oil lamp, attributed to Antonio Carli, the circular micro mosaic panel depicting a multi...

A Victorian natural half pearl and diamond oval brooch-pendant, set to the centre with three graduating half pearls set with rose-cut diamonds, surrounded by cluster of fourteen half...

A Victorian pearl and diamond oval star pendant brooch, the central half-pearl with pair of old-cut and rose-cut diamonds surrounded by a row of half-pearls, framed by alternating ra...

Undulating swirls of agate in mellow colors are cut and polished, then set in silver. Texture and softness were created by the jeweler with his choice of patterned agates as well as his ability to sculpt the stone. The pink agates are not frequently seen in scottish 19th century jewelry. Here they beautifully punctuate the horizontal plane. All of the workmanship was performed by hand Scottish jewelry, as well as Scottish tradition, were brought to the forefront during the second half of the 19th century because Queen Victorian and Prince Albert were deeply involved with and romanced Scottish tradition. At their privately owned castle Balmoral they dressed in Scottish clothing and wore Scottish jewelry. Their dedication brought Scottish agate...

Antique Victorian Agate and Pearl Seeds, Garnet Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch 1860 Extremely delicate and fine work depicting a high society lady, with pearls and silk dress. The brooch ...

Wonderful Micro-Mosaic Brooch and Pendant, Depicting a King Charles Spaniel. Does double duty, truly a wonderful piece. Antique C style pin back. Set in 15kt Yellow Gold . Measuring...

Estate Victorian Circa 1867 Engraved Old Mine Diamond and Enamel Brooch with Box - VHK#132b Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 9.2 grams *Ha...

Two oval lava cameos, in a rectangular plaque depicting on the left the dancer and on the right the musical putto, setting in archaeological style brooch. Dimension of the brooch : ...

The Thebes Scarab Pendant: an archaeological revival gold and enamel scarab brooch/pendant, by Robert Phillips, set to the centre with a raised scarab ...

Beautiful example of a Victorian mourning pin. The handmade (tested 18 karat yellow gold) frame is a gentle rope design. The Oval shape Black Onyx has inlay of White Agate cross &...

A stunning, fine and impressive 0.90 carat diamond and natural pearl, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set bar brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collectio...

A Victorian gold stickpin collection, all in banded agate, is for sale as a group or as an individual item. Banded Agate makes a handsome contrast with clothing in any texture or color. All were made c. 1860 in England and all are in perfect condition. #BLRND is an orb of opaque beige, white and chocolate with a gold cap. It is 3 1/2 inches high with a twisted pin. Price:$350, The large black oval pin with the white inner oval and gold center is $500 and c, 1890. # OVBLK, The Greek Key pin has been sold. The round brown and black with vertical white stripe is set in a gold backing and has a twisted gold pin. It is #BBV c. 1870. Price $475. It is 3 1/2 in long c. 1860-70. The black banded agate...

Stunning Victorian 10K Gold Brooch or Pendent Seed pearl detailing Fan Design with dangle ball etched in black Measuring 1.62 in x 1.70 in Any questions please call, email or hit ...

A Victorian garnet, pearl and diamond brooch/pendant, set to the centre with four triangular cabochon-cut garnets between rose-cut diamond-set cross and natural pearl surround, with ...

This monogrammed brooch is made up of glossy Essex crystal surrounded by pearls, the decorative bow and the frame in which it sits is modelled in 15car...

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique 20.34 carat opal and 4.63 carat diamond, silver gilt cross pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, large and magnificent antique pendant has been crafted in silver. The pierced decorated, ornate cross design is hollow in nature, embellished with a scrolling decoration to the crossbar terminals. The centre of the cross is ornamented with a cabochon cut opal, encompassed with a silver border embellished with twenty-four Old Dutch cut diamonds. The silver gilt cross is embellished with five stunning collet set oval cabochon cut opals. The central point of the cross bars is accented with four individually collet set Old Dutch cut diamonds. Each scrolling crossbar terminal is embellished with forty-six diamonds, in a combination of pavé and individual collet silver settings; the lower vertical crossbar incorporates a further twenty-eight diamonds, completing the design. This opal pendant suspends from an 18' contemporary 18 ct gold trace chain via a detachable intricate ring loop, accented with scrolling decoration embellished with a magnificent cabochon opal and impressive old Dutch cut diamonds. This stunning and versatile antique pendant can also be worn as a brooch via a hinged pin and clasp fastening to the reverse. This antique opal cross pendant...

Victorian blue enamel brooch-pendant from the antique jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers, featuring an old mine cut studded starburst design on the front, turquoise-pearl-rose cu...

Here we have a gorgeous pendant come brooch showcasing the elegance of the Victorian era. Crafted from a harmonious blend of gold and silver, this piece features a centralised round ...

This Exquisite and Rare Collectible Antique Victorian/Etruscan Revival 18kt Gold Carved Carnelian Cameo Fibula Pin/Brooch is a testament to refined elegance. Drawing inspiration from...

Oval gold brooch with an enamel medallion featuring two female figures in a landscape. Each of them holds an attribute related to mythology. Openwork mounting in a floral motif is highlighted with gem stone. Some wears on the enamel. Gold mark: eagle head 18K...

Cameo on blue-gray agate featuring a young woman looking toward the right. The artist intricately sculpted the white vein of the agate to bring the delicate profile to life. The youn...

A mid-Victorian diamond oak leaf brooch, circa 1860s. Set in yellow gold and silver, length 45 mm Designed as a cluster of two oak leaves, of graduated size and pave set with old cu...

Centering a round rock crystal cabochon measuring approximately 16.8 mm, bezel set, in a millegrain and beaded gold surround With a reverse carved intaglio...

Here we have a distinguished Victorian brooch showcasing an exquisite design. This piece features a centralised round white pearl, elegantly surrounded by rose and old mine-cut diamo...