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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Style: Victorian
Victorian Ancient Carthaginian Zeus Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an ornate twisted rope motif bezel with granulated detail centering an ancient coin
Coin is a Carthaginian shekel circa 215-205 B.C. from Magna Grecia
Depicting profile o...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian French Sweetheart Garnet Diamond Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent example of Victorian sentimental brooch, dated 1888 engraved on the backside – bearing French import duty marks
Glorious artwork skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 KT rose gold and silver
Two large hearts as symbol of eternal love meet in the middle, set in a border of twinkling rose cut Diamonds and surround of fine openwork scrolls with a little bow symbolizing enduring bounding at the bottom side with little suspended pearl as finial - backside is exquisitely engraved with Victoire and Marie full names and date bearing the brooch back history
The two heart shaped Red...
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1880s French Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Connemara Marble Buckle of Sterling Silver
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A Victorian era, antique belt buckle featuring Connemara marble shamrocks set in hand etched sterling silver.
The buckle bears hallmarks indicating that it was assayed in Birmingham...
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1880s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1880s–1890s, this antique crescent brooch is set with over 5.50 carats of diamonds mounted in 18K gold. It is designed as a graduating line of old European and mine-cu...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Multi Color Tourmalines & Pearl Victorian Style Bee 14K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A stunning bee brooch was inspired by Victorian period insect broch. In abdomen is adorned with vivid pink tourmaline. The wings and middle body are decorated with green, red, and bl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Victorian Pearl and Diamond Brooch in 14kt Yellow Gold - 0.15ctw Diamonds
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This exquisite Estate Victorian Pearl and Diamond Brooch is a true testament to timeless elegance. Crafted from 14kt yellow gold, this brooch features five pearls...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Glazed Ceramic 'Bull Dog' Brooch/Pin - Glass Eyes - Early 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage glazed ceramic 'bull dog' brooch or pin - medium size - hand made - realistically modelled and set with two glass eyes - metal back and pin - unsigned - early 20th century.
...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Antique Cameo 14 Karat White Gold Brooch Diamond Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
lovely 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Pin . Depicting a lovely lady with a wonderful diamond necklace. It measures 1.85 in. top to bottom x 1.55 in. wide. Pin back works great. What a wonderful addition to your jewelry collection. Please check our storefront for hundreds of items including New, Never worn vintage Jewelry, vintage and Contemporary Fashion. Any questions please call, email or hit contact. Be sure to check our storefront for more fabulous pieces from this collection. We have been selling on 1st dibs...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
French Victorian Diamond Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian French diamond and gold dragonfly brooch circa 1890. *
ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ327E. Scroll down for detailed specifications. This ...
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1890s French Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1837 Mourning Brooch in Gold with Turquoise, Seed Pearls & Black Enamel
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautifully preserved antique mourning brooch is a poignant example of early Victorian sentimental jewelry, dated 1837. Crafted in a cushion shape, the front is richly decorated...
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Early 19th Century British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian / Aesthetic Gold-Filled Watch Fob / Charm with Leaf Motifs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold-filled Aesthetic Movement charm.
With a gold-filled body.
In a cube shape with openwork leaf designs to the sides.
The top with an integral bail. The bottom w...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold-filled
Antique Victorian Era Shell Cameo Wise Man Brooch 15 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 15 carat gold, The Karina Brooch, having hailed from The Victorian Era is one for the collector of antique jewels. Known as The Wise Man Cameo she...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian French 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Black Enamel Oval Belt Buckle
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian black enamel, yellow gold, and silver belt buckle, comprising one yellow gold oval panel, adorned with black enamel, with silver buckle mechanism.
This striking Victori...
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1880s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold and Seed Pearl Brooch, Dated Circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold and Seed Pearl Brooch,Dated Circa 1850's
This beautiful brooch is in good order with all the original half pearls,and ...
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1850s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Aluminium Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
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...
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1860s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Aluminum, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Pearl Double Crescent Bar Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian, ruby, pearl, and yellow gold brooch, comprising six round cut rubies, two large pearls, and eight smaller seed pearls, set in 14 karat yellow gold, with 14 karat yellow ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Gold Etruscan Revival Pearl & White Enamel Brooch, by Harry Emanuel
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, enamel, and yellow gold brooch, comprising one round pearl, and white enamel accents, in 14 karat yellow gold.
This outstanding Victorian brooch is set to the ce...
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1870s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Round Essex Crystal Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
A round Essex crystal stick pin, the cabochon-cut crystal depicting a bird, set on an 18ct gold rub-over mount, to gold pin fitting, circa 1900, the jewe...
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1890s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold
Antique Natural Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique crescent brooch, set with natural pearls, graduating from the centre, spaced with tapered settings with rose-cut diamonds, and an inner row, grain set with rose-cut diamon...
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1890s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Taille D'épargne Enamel Mourning Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A distinctive brooch featuring an intricate woven hair design encased in a circular frame. The piece is adorned with a bold geometric pattern in black and gold, meticulously crafted ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Garnet & Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Garnet & Pearl Brooch
A brooch featuring a marquise cut red garnet surrounded by round cut red garnets & diamonds.
Measurements: 1.5" long
...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal and 15 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
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...
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1860s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Japanese Carved Hyottoko Stickpin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Japanese Carved Bone Hyottoko Stickpin. This incredible stick pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The p...
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Early 1800s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian-Style Crescent Moon Brooch, 14K White Gold Honeymoon Jewelry
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Presenting one of our most sentimental jewels in the collection, this crescent moon brooch is crafted from solid 14K white gold and set with a colorful array of glass gemstones and d...
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20th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique French early Victorian pink topaz and green enamel brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique French early Victorian pink topaz and green enamel brooch.
Hallmarked with wild boar mark.
Made in Circa 1830s
The brooch has a bold, symmetrical design, inspired by nature ...
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1830s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Enamel
Victorian 18 Carat Gold Button Shaped Brooch Set with 4 Diamonds, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Victorian 18ct Gold Button Shaped Brooch set with 4 Diamonds, Circa 1880.
The diamonds are set in a club formation like on a playing card.
The gold is of a heavy gauge with an extra...
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver Helmeted Greek Warrior God Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
The striking profile of a bearded man, framed by a banner of flowers, is the focal point of this sterling silver Victorian era brooch. The man in the portrait appears to be a Greek g...
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1870s American Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Filigree Cannetille Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century 14 karat gold brooch created with fine filigree and cannetille work. The brooch is beautifully made, it almost gives the impression of lace or fine embroidery. These types of ornaments were part of the Dutch ear iron...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Hat Pin Brooch Clover Pearl Beads Original Box, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian Hat Pin Pearl Beads Original Box. Created around 1890. Three Pearls depicting a clover - a sing of good luck.
A tiny and elegant item fro...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl
Victorian pearl ruby diamond sapphire 14k yellow gold crescent clover brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This charming Victorian brooch from the 1880s is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a 3.90 mm pearl at its center. Accented with round cut ruby, sapphire, and a rose cut diamond...
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1880s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Natural Pearl Royal Blue 18 KT Heart Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This sweet and rare heart pendant/ brooch is Victorian period, 1880 ca
expressing the romanticism tradition of the Victorian era, crafted of solid 18 KT gold
Set throughout with a co...
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1890s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Pearl Black Enamel Flower Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Black Enamel Flower Pin. This gorgeous pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The pin has a pearl in th...
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1890s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Yellow Gold Mary Magdalen Repenting Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This evocative antique brooch features a finely carved image of Mary Magdalen in repentance, portrayed with downcast eyes and flowing hair, often associated with sorrow and redemptio...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Natural Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Floral brooch, c1870's
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous Victorian brooch has been crafted in silver on gold, typical of its period. The floral designed piece is beautifully set with 6 natural Saltwater pearls measuring betwe...
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1870s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Dog Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Bone Dog Stick Pin. This gorgeous Victorian stick pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold and carved bone. This pin features an intricate...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian Antique Rose Cut Diamond Brooch in 12K Yellow Gold Circa 1850s
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace the timeless elegance of the early Victorian era with this exquisite brooch, a treasure crafted in 12 karat yellow gold. this stunning piece boasts a weight of 9.5 pennyweigh...
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1850s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Impressive Vatican City Micro Mosaic Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A magnificent micro mosaic pin and pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This spectacular piece is quite substantial in size and equally impressive...
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1880s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Horse Jockey Enamel Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Horse Jockey Enamel Pin. This gorgeous antique Victorian jockey pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold and silver. The pin...
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1890s Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
French Antique Old Mine Cushion Rose cut Diamond Lotus Brooch 18K Gold Estate
Located in Brambleton, US
French Antique Old Mine Rose cut Diamond Lotus Brooch 18K Gold Estate
This beautiful floral spray brooch will make the most luxurious of gifts. Crafted ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Black Enamel Pansy Gold Brooch with Matching Pearl Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique black enamel and seed pearl 14k gold pansy brooch that attaches to the bracelet through a tunnel that the pin goes into on the top of the gold clasp. The brooch and the 2 sp...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Bague au Firmament Cobalt Enamel & Rose Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Reminiscent of twinkling stars in the night sky, this Victorian-era brooch features rose-diamonds set atop cobalt blue glass. Rings of similar style that featured precious diamonds w...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Sapphire Diamond Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890
An antique 14K gold openwork brooch is designed in Neo-Gothic style. The brooch is set with five natural blue sapphires framed by rose cut diamonds.
Estimated total sapp...
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Antique Circa 1900s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Flowers Big Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 62.7 grams.
Acid tested to be 9K real gold.
Totally is diamond about 5 carat.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and vvs-vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Ple...
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Early 1900s European Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold
Victorian Lucky Clover Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Lucky Clover Brooch from the late 19th Century. Beautiful detailing with 2 conjoined clover heads and vines. Silver plated metal. 1890 USA. 2.75" x 1".
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1890s American Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
French Victorian Antique Porcelain Diamond Gold Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely example of Victorian design. This 19th century treasure features a hand painted porcelain depicting a royal woman in an elegant dress and flowers in her hair. The 14k yellow...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Handmade Circa 1870s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 18.4 grams.
Totally is diamond diamond 4.50 ct.
Acid tested to be 14k real gold.
Please contact for any questions.
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1870s European Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Mediterranean Coral Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18k Yellow gold Mediterranean coral cameo brooch/pendant. The high relief hand carved round coral cameo depicts the portrait of a young g...
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Mid-20th Century European Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.02 carat.
Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early Victorian Hand Painted Porcelain, Pearl and Diamond Mourning Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An exceptional mourning pin from the early Victorian (1850-1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold, this beautiful piece depicts the image of a woman rest...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald Vermeil Silver Grasshopper Cricket Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Grasshopper or Cricket form brooch-pendant, set with rose cut diamonds and cabochon sapphires, emeralds and rubys.
Total aproximated diamonds weight: 2.25 carats.
Total aproximated r...
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Early 2000s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Vermeil, Silver
1860's 14K Gold Victorian Whitby Jet Brooch Bar Pin MCNY
Located in Wallkill, NY
A Victorian Jet mourning bar pin with 5 hanging jet balls hanging from a 14K gold bar. Acquired from the Museum of the City of New York. It measures 2.3" long. Balls measure 7.88mm d...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Seed Pearls & Amethyst Enamel Work Hat Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Amethyst- Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Purple Color - 11x8.3mm (approx.)
(16) Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls - Round Shape - White Color - 1.2mm to 2.2mm (approx.)
Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold w/ White & Lavender Enamel Work
Total Weight: 6.95 Grams
Top Part Dimensions: 19.3x17.5mm (0.76x0.69") (approx.) (height x width)
Top Part Length: 17.9mm (0.70") (approx.)
Overall Length: 152.4mm (6") (approx.)
Condition: Antique Victorian. Shows some light wear & scratches. Enamel shows some damage on few spots. Excellent overall condition!
Stock Number: MK-72020120-PAR
Antique Victorian Hat...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14 Karat Pearl Diamond Hat Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Pearl Diamond Hat Pin. This lovely pin features a 6mm round pearl, two 3mm round brilliant-cut prong-set diamonds, and one small round bead-se...
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1880s Unknown Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Pearl Ruby Gold Arrow Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Designed as an arrow sourrounded by a scroll
Mounted in yellow gold
55 mm long
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890, 4.00 Carats
Located in London, GB
An antique crescent moon brooch, set with a single row of old-cut diamonds, graduating in size, tapering to rose-cut diamonds, weighing an estimated total of 4.00 carats, claw set in...
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1890s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
15 Carat Gold Topaz and Seed Pearl Brooch Date circa 1850
Located in London, GB
15ct Gold Topaz and Seed Pearl Brooch date circa 1850
Beautifully made, typically early victorian with nice contrast of white half pearls and topaz.
Category
1850s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Topaz, 15k Gold
Victorian Coral Stickpin of Figural Face in the Motif of the Grotesque
Located in Baltimore, MD
We love our wonderfully esoteric Grotesque man (or "other") crafted by a talented unknown carver in the 19th century from a chunk of the most desirable orange-red toned coral. Connoisseurs of literature or theater or the arts understand the term Grotesque as referring to fantastical, exaggerated or distorted representations, usually of the human face or figure. (The word "grotesque" originates from the Italian "grottesca", meaning of a cave" (grotto = cave in Italian) and refers to doubled, metamorphosed, or altered forms). Originally Italian, the concept of the Grotesque was used in French and German literature as well, and is a an integral part of English literature and theatre (The Theatre of the Grotesque preceded the Theatre of the Absurd) today.
We find our Grotesque stickpin guy (gal) to be not grotesque at all but endearing, with his (or her) exaggerated features and droopy skin folds. And as a reference to classic theatre, this coral stickpin...
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1880s British Antique Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, 15k Gold
Antique French Sardonyx Cameo Gold Enamel Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare French King Louis Philippe era sardonyx cameo brooch. The cameo is carved in high relief with a classical female bust and set in a large ornate 1...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Victorian Brooches
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