Contemporary Brooches
CONTEMPORARY STYLE
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Style: Contemporary
Michael Kneebone Golden Mother-of-Pearl Salamander Copper Oak Leaf Brooch
Located in Austin, TX
Offered for sale is this whimsical Salamander on an Oak Leaf brooch. The amphibian is exquisitely carved in Indonesia from golden South Seas oyster shell. The salamander has inlaye...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Copper
Five Carats Emerald and Diamonds Sapphire Rose Gold Contemporary Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat rose gold contemporary Juniper brooch is 6 cm long and is encrusted with a cushion-cut 5.45 carat emerald, GIA certified diamonds, and a sapphire. The dimensions of the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Rose ...
E. Wolfe & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Swan Brooch with 2.60 Carat Opal Center
Located in New York, NY
E. Wolfe & Co is a family-run fine jewellery manufacturing Workshop, established in 1850 and located in central London. They specialize in creating beautiful bespoke pieces - such as this one created for Cellini Jewelers In NYC.
The graceful swan is designed in a delicately etched 18 karat yellow gold. The body is set with a vibrant Opal...
Category
1990s British Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Flower Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold with Cultured Pearl
Located in San Rafael, CA
A beautiful vintage flower brooch rendered in solid 14K yellow gold with a cultured pearl at the center and a pin closure.
The brooch measur...
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Michael Kneebone Branch Coral Shell Emerald Diamond Seahorse Brooch
Located in Austin, TX
Branch coral forms the foundation for this whimsical seahorse brooch. The coral is pale pink on color and has been polished to a porcelain-like finish. The seahorse has been expertly carved from pearlescent trumpet shell. The seahorse is set with emerald eyes. Embellishing the composition are strands of 18k yellow gold "seaweed" studded with diamonds and wrapping itself around the branch coral. This-one-of-a-kind brooch is finished with a gem quality Tahitian pearl and emerald...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
Madeleine Albright's Snake In Branch Pin Brooch Earrings And Read My Pins Book
By Erwin Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a piece of American History with Madeleine Albright's extraordinary Snake Serpent in a Branch Pin Brooch with the matching Earrings, along with a copy of her book "Read My...
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Heidi Daus Pretty Poinsettia Siam Crystal Flower Plant Pin Brooch
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
A pretty poinsettia plant decorated with siam and lemon topaz crystals by Heidi Daus.
Exquisite brass-tone brooch setting.
Marks / hallmarks: Heidi Daus, China
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Crystal
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Graff Yellow Diamond Two Koala Bear Detachable Brooch
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Adorable! Double Koala bear brooch by Graff!
Fancy yellow & colorless diamonds with estimated weight of 19.75 carats
Yellow diamonds range from fa...
Category
1980s British Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18k 750 Yellow Gold Natural White VVS Diamond & Blue Sapphire Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Sapphire Brooch
Metal Type: 18K 750 Yellow Gold
Total Item Weight: 9.2 Grams
Dimensions: Width 19mm X Length 42mm X Depth 11mm
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Natural Diamond W...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Vintage 40 Ct Black Oval Onyx with Natural Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Onyx and Diamond Brooch / Pin
Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold
Total Item Weight: 23.94 Grams
1:
Natural Diamond Weight: 0.50 Ct.
Diamond Clarity Grade: SI White
Diamond Color Grad...
Category
1970s Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Christian Lacroix Vintage Large Cross Brooch/Pendant
By Christian Lacroix Pret a Porter
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Christian Lacroix Vintage Large Cross Brooch/Pendant
A fabulous brutalist gold-plated openwork cross brooch/pendant by Christian Lacroix Bijoux. Width: 2.68 in (68 mm) Length: 3.39 ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Butterfly Brooch with Pink Red and Blue Sapphires Diamonds in 18Kt Rose Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Unique Butterfly Brooch with pave pink-red sapphires, brilliant cut diamonds and oval blue sapphires, handcrafted in 18Kt rose gold. The elegance of the Greek nature inspired Nicofil...
Category
2010s Greek Contemporary Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...
Cellini 18 Karat Gold, 7.55 Carat Invisibly Set Pink Sapphire Apple Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This lovely Cellini 18 karat yellow gold apple brooch has been invisibly set with vibrant square cut pink sapphires. The stem is set with square diamonds and the leaf with round bril...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K 585 Yellow Gold Natural Jade Stone Leaf Shape: Brooch/Pin
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow Gold Natural Jade Brooch / Pin
Metal Type: 14K 585 Yellow Gold
Total Item Weight: 15.6 Grams
Dimensions: Width 39mm X Height 64mm X Depth 9.5mm
Stone: Natural Green Jade
...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Angela Cummings Rose Petal Brooch/Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this vintage Tiffany & Co. brooch / pendant is an iconic design by Angela Cummings from 1979. The piece is shaped like a delicate rose petal, sculpte...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Seahorse Pin Brooch 0.40 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A sweet 18 karat yellow gold brooch featuring a Seahorse with 11 round brilliants weighing 0.30 carats.
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Category
1990s Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Diamond, Ruby and Onyx Perched Lovebirds Brooch in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite brooch is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, featuring a dazzling combination of diamonds, rubies, and onyx set in 18 karat white gold. The charming design showcases two ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tasaki Australian Boulder Opal Paraiba Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating brooch showcasing three Australian boulder opals. The opals reveals a stunning rainbow of colors, serving as the centerpiece. Accentuating the opal are 0.64 carats of r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Ancient World Sapphire Diamond Brooch Pendant
By David Webb
Located in Napoli, IT
Iconic brooch pendant by David Webb creation from the Ancient World collection taking inspiration from ancient culture re-imagined in contemporary vision in David Webb’s hands
Timele...
Category
1980s American Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Bulgari Peridot and Diamond Bow Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari bow brooch in 18kt yellow gold with peridots and diamonds.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
Carved Shell Cameo Signed Portrait of a Classical Beauty Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Captivating Hand carved shell Cameo depicting the Profile of a Classical Beauty with long flowing hair enhanced with flowers and a Dove. Artist signed: FUSCO. Unmounted. Re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches
Jadeite Tourmaline and Diamond Flower Brooch in 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover the epitome of luxury with this magnificent brooch, a symphony of precious materials and expert craftsmanship. Forged in the finest 18-karat gold, its design features sumptu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,304 Sale Price
20% Off
Platinum, Gold and Diamond "Flamme" Vintage Brooch/Hair Barrette, c. 1960's
Located in Aspen, CO
Made popular by the world famous House of Van Cleef & Arpels, this Flame motif diamond set platinum piece backed with 18K yellow gold can be worn as either a brooch or hair barrette....
Category
1960s Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$10,000 Sale Price
20% Off
1950s Vintage Dual Platinum Clips with Attachment
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: Platinum (Pin is 14K White Gold) [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 27.3 grams
*Clips detach to be worn separately or you can wear as 1 large brooch.
Center Diamond Details...
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Platinum
Vintage Brooch Citrine Diamonds 18 K white Gold ca 1950
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Beautiful and elegant Vintage brooch, created during the post war period, circa 1950. This stunning one of a kind rare brooch has been crafted in solid 18 K white Gold with high poli...
Category
1950s European Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Kenneth Jay Lane Jeweled Star in Gold, Pin Brooch, Clear Crystals
By Kenneth Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Add a touch of ocean-inspired elegance to your collection with this stunning Kenneth Jay Lane Starfish Brooch. Crafted with a luxurious gold-...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
18K 750 Yellow Gold Green Enamel Sapphire Diamond Pin / Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Green Enamel Sapphire Diamond Pin / Brooch
Metal Type: 18K 750 Yellow Gold
Total Item Weight: 11.83 Grams
1:
Natural Diamond Weight: 1.10 Ct.
Diamond Clarity Grade: VVS-VS Top Quali...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14k 585 White Gold Dachshund dog Brooch / Pin
Located in New York, NY
Dachshund Brooch
Metal Type: 14k White Gold
Total Item Weight: 6.2 Grams
Length: 33.0 mm
Width: 18.0 mm
Height: 8.0 mm
1:
Primary Stone: Diamond
Primary Carat Weight: 0.2 Ct.
Primary...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rosenthal Diamond Gold Bee Pin with Ruby Eyes
Located in Chicago, IL
Rosenthal 18K yellow gold diamond bee pin set with 19 full cut round diamonds weighing 1.97cts and two 2mm round ruby eyes.
Category
1970s American Vintage Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
18KT White Gold 4.95CT Blue Sapphire 4.76CT Diamond Cascading Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18 karat white gold classic brooch. This brooch is magnificently set with 50 round brilliant diamonds and 15 marquis blue sapphires. The 2.5" brooch will cascade nicely on ...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamond Parrot Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 53.20 carats, Ruby 18.88 carats, Onyx, Blue Sapphire 9.11 carats, Tsavorite 7.80 carats and Diamond 3.60 carats Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Width: 4.0 cm
L...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$27,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Adorable 18K White Gold Diamond and South Sea Pearl Monkey Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Adorable 18K white gold diamond and South Sea pearl monkey pin, set with 78 full cut round diamonds weighing approximately 1.17cts and one South Sea 9.8mm.
Category
1990s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Gold Enamel Egyptian Revival Brooch Heremakhet Horus Hieracosphinx
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare Art Deco Egyptian Revival 14 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch depicting Heremakhet (Greek: Harmakhis). Heremakhet is a Hieracosphinx who has the body of a lion and the he...
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Thistle Flower Brooch in Textured 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Celebrate vintage elegance with this exquisite thistle brooch, crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold. The intricate design captures the natural beauty of the thistle, with delica...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Opal Diamond Sapphire Brooch/Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A captivating pear-shaped opal takes center stage in this brooch designed by legendary David Webb. The opal's glow is enhanced by the surrounding cabochon blue sapphires, which add a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Diamond Lapis Onyx Coral Malachite Bow Brooch Pendant 7ctw G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
This exquisite, one of a kind brooch is crafted in 18K yellow gold and inlaid with carved lapis, coral, onyx and malachite. It has also been bead set with approximately 7ctw in beaut...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coach House Beautiful Natural Turquoise Gold Butterfly Brooch Pin Pendant
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Statement hand carved Natural Mottled Turquoise 14k yellow Gold Butterfly Pin Pendant; totally hand crafted; measuring approx. measures 3 "x 3", the antennae, bezel set with (two) diamonds and the head with a Trillion Citrine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Turquoise
Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pea Pod Brooch-Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking brooch featuring five AAA South Sea pearls. They each have an intense golden color and measure over 10mm each. The pearls, with a rich golden hue, are the focal point. Sur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Tsavorite Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Deer Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary brooch depicting an elegant deer in action. The piece features a striking arrangement of oval-cut tsavorites, forming the deer's antlers and weighing a total of 12.04 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Victorian Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Snowflake Pendant Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An antique brooch from the late 1800’s featuring approximately 2.50 carats of bright brilliant old-mine diamonds. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the brooch showcases an intricate snowfl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Two-Tone Flower Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary brooch featuring cabochon-cut sapphires in various shades of both blue and yellow colors. The vibrant sapphires are complemented by bright white round brilliant-cut di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
EGL USA Certified Oval Fancy Pinkish Brown Halo Diamond Ring 5.72 CTTW Platinum
Located in New York, NY
EGL USA Certified Oval Fancy Pinkish Brown weighing 5.03 Carats flanked with 28 Fancy Pink Diamonds, 0.20 Carats, and two Kite diamonds, 0.49 Carats, in Platinum and 18 Karat Rose Go...
Category
2010s Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Carved Black Chalcedony Sculpture & Tanzanite 18kt Brooch
By Robert Guyon
Located in Logan, UT
The boldly outstretched wings of this luxuriously carved black chalcedony sculpture by renowned American lapidary artist Steve Walters will be a grace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Platinum
Transformable Diamond Swan Brooch and Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
With a fairytale-like charm, this graceful circular swan design is artfully composed of a unique mix of diamond cuts, from round, tapper, old-cut to baguette, totaling 4.87 carats. T...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bow Tie Brooch Pin Over 7 Carat
Located in Tustin, CA
Dazzling, stylized bow tie or bow is depicted in an 18 karat yellow gold, yellow sapphire and white diamond brooch pin.
Brooch pin has great texture and contrast, featuring 40 round...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garavelli 18 Karat White Gold, 4.58 Carat Diamond Turtle Brooch with Citrines
By Garavelli Aldo
Located in New York, NY
The turtle signifies good health and long life. The hard shell represents perseverance and protection. This 18 karat white gold turtle brooch is beautifully set with a shell of diamo...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Asch Grossbardt 18KT YG .85Ct Diamond & Mother of Pearl Flower Pendant /Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Asch Grossbardt, this 18 karat yellow gold flower pendant is a unique piece. The petals are set with beautifully shaped mother of pearl. The center of the flower is set w...
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Madeira Citrine Cabochon 24.14 Carat Pendant Necklace Brooch
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Highly prized 24.14 carat Madeira Citrine Cabochon, set in a one-of-a-kind, state of the art, convertible pendant necklace and brooch, adorned by a total of 0.86 carats of diamonds. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Chrome Tourmaline, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow ...
La Triomphe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Brooch #18652
By La Triomphe
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone and Diamond Brooch-
This spectacular brooch features one turquoise gemstone (15 mm), six oval lapis lazuli gemstones (7 mm x 4 mm) and 12 round brillia...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Madeleine Albright's Spider Leaf Pin Pendant Diamond Black Pearl 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a piece of American History with Madeleine Albright's life size Spider On Leaf Pin or Pendant with Diamonds and Black Pearl in 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold, along with a copy of her book Read My Pins: Stories From A Diplomat's Jewel Box. We are honored to present this iconic pin from the personal collection of Secretary Madeleine Albright.
Madeleine Albright was the first woman to serve as Secretary of State. As Ambassador to the United Nations and Secretary of State, Albright was often the only woman in the room during critical discussions with her diplomatic colleagues and counterparts, who were virtually all men. In such gatherings, Albright followed the advice she had given as a professor to her female students: “Do not be afraid to interrupt. A woman usually prefers to size up a situation before speaking, but for a diplomat representing the United States, silence was not an option.”
During her trailblazing diplomatic career, Secretary Albright discovered the power of jewelry to convey foreign policy messages. As shared in her book Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat’s Jewel Box, she deployed pins within her “personal diplomatic arsenal” to express her hopes, mood, and often a pointed message. She utilized this unconventional and effective tool for diplomacy on America’s behalf. Albright said the pins served as “gentle implements of statecraft, teaching tools and a different form of communication.” She knew that the idea of using pins as a diplomatic tool was not found in any State Department manual or text chronicling American foreign policy. She explained that “the truth is that it would never have happened if not for Saddam Hussein.”
The poet-in-residence of Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein called Albright “an unparalleled serpent” when she was the Ambassador to the United Nations. Shortly thereafter, when preparing to meet with Iraqi officials, Albright decided to make a diplomatic statement by wearing a pin with a serpent wrapped around a stick. Although her method of communication was new, her message was as old as the American Revolution – Don’t Tread on Me! From that day on, pins became part of her diplomatic signature. Albright chose pins ahead of meetings with foreign dignitaries to signal her diplomatic position. Indeed, freedom and democracy had no greater champion than Secretary Madeleine K. Albright.
As Madeleine Albright says in her book "As for the spider, it has been renowned since ancient times for its patience, wile and predatory attitude. I wear my spider pin when I am feeling devious; if you see it on any day except Halloween, beware." This spider pin or pendant is probably the most spectacular of Secretary Albright's spider pins.
The stunning life size spider is set with a 10mm Black Pearl of great beauty. The fabulous spider rests on on a partially eaten leaf in 14 Karat White and Yellow gold. The center vein of the leaf is set with sparkling white diamonds which are graduated in size along the length of the leaf. The leaf has wonderful tendrils on the underside adding to the three dimensional quality of the jewel. The pin can also be worn as a pendant necklace as it has a bail through which you may place a necklace chain.
Here is a singular opportunity to acquire an object of American history that Secretary Albright cherished throughout her life. The pin will be sent along with a copy of Secretary Albright's book Read My Pins. The pin is guaranteed to be from the personal collection of Madeleine Albright and was acquired from the sale of her collection.
The spider pin or pendant is 3 1/4 inches long and is 1 1/4 inches wide.
The pin is hallmarked RB...
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond Feather Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking brooch crafted with precision, featuring a dual feather design encrusted with baguette and round brilliant-cut white diamonds. The feathers are elegantly intertwined, show...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Designer Pearl 18k Gold Brooch by Maurice Brault, 1970s
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Of curved linear design, in 18k gold accented with light blue Murano glass and cultured pearls.
20th century, signed.
4 in. (10.2 cm.) long.
Maurice Brault...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Vitau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladybug Brooch with Blue and Yellow Sapphires
By Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the famed French designer Jean Vitau for Gemveto. Jean Vitau was a pioneer jewelry designer . He was known for patenting the Gemlok setting ,a secure and snag proof way o...
Category
1990s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Co Vintage Paloma Picasso Rare Modernist 1.60 Inch 18 Karat Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Paloma Picasso is a jewelry designer and artist who is the daughter of famous painter Pablo Picasso. She has worked with many high-end fashion and jewelry brands over the years, including Tiffany & Co. In 1980, Paloma Picasso began designing jewelry for Tiffany & Co. and has since become one of the brand's most iconic designers.
Hallmarked Paloma Picasso Tiffany and Co...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Cultured Chinese Pearl Three Bird Enamel Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This whimsical brooch features three charming birds perched in a row, their bodies formed from lustrous baroque cultured pearls. Each bird is adorned with detailed multicolor enamel ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Seed Pearl and Diamond Enameled Flower Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This charming vintage flower pin is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with delicate enameled petals in warm shades of yellow and peach. At the center blooms a brilliant diamond, surrou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Poodle Brooch/Pin #21971
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Poodle Brooch/Pin
This charming brooch features a beautifully detailed poodle crafted in 18K yellow gold. The body is ...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Rainbow Gemstones Taper Baguette Diamond Pride Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 karat gold channel set rainbow gemstones baguette diamond circular pride pendant necklace brooch.
This extraordinary multicolor natural gemstone baguette diamond circular pendant necklace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Tourmaline, Topaz, Peridot, Garnet, Diamond, Citrine, Aquamarine, Amethy...
Renaissance Revival Vintage Sapphire pin 14kt 12535
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
vintage sapphire pin
0.20ct natural sapphire
52mm x 8mm
14kt white gold 2 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Diamond Floral Motif Brooch 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum 3.02 Carats Total
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely gorgeous diamond and 18 karat yellow gold flower motif brooch. This beautifully textured piece is accented by incredible sparkling diamonds that shimmer throughout. The ex...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Jean Vitau 18k
Krementz Pearl
Lilac Brooch
Musical Brooch
Plique A Jour Pin
Plique A Jour Pins
Reverse Intaglio Essex Crystal
Ruby Scarf Pin
Sapphire Crescent Brooch
Terrier Brooch
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