England - Brooches

Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Large Vivid Textured Wavy Windy Leaf Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. ...

An exquisite antique brooch featuring a delicate blend of platinum and 12ct yellow gold, showcasing timeless craftsmanship. This elegant piece is adorned with shimmering diamonds and...

A Victorian natural pearl and diamond ivy spray brooch, consisting of five leaves encrusted with small old-mine cut diamonds and flanked with five natural...

A Victorian garnet, diamond and green enamel brooch pendant, the central oval cabochon garnet, estimated to weigh 40 carats, surrounded by green enamel with four old brilliant-cut diamond-set gold leaves to each side, suspending from the centre an oval cabochon garnet estimated to weigh 23 carats with old brilliant-cut diamond-set leaves to top and bottom, two diamond-set and enamel foliate drops to each side, diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 6 carats, all mounted in yellow gold, circa 1850, measuring approximately 9.6 x 5.7cm, gross weight 52.7 grams. Victorian brooch is in excellent condition. Unmarked tested as 18ct gold. This magnificent mid-nineteenth century devant de corsage...

An antique opal, ruby and diamond butterfly brooch, with opals set in the wings and abdomen, a faceted ruby set in the thorax, cabochon rubies set in the eyes and rose-cut diamonds s...

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.16 carat diamond and 0.16 carat ruby, 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set bird brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections. This fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a perched bird. The body of the bird is embellished with impressive scalloped white gold settings accented with twenty-four pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, replicating the details of the wings. The bird's head feature further pavé set Dutch cut diamonds to the crest, in addition a round faceted cut ruby representing the eye. The multi-stranded, scrolling tail feathers incorporate a curvilinear white gold setting embellished with eight Dutch cut diamonds and a tapering array of mixed cut rubies, completing the design. This vintage gold brooch...

A Late Georgian Maltese cross brooch/pendant from the 1830s, crafted in intricate three-dimensional openwork gold cannetille with exquisite floral and...

A stunning, fine, rare and impressive antique plique-a-jour and 4.23 carat diamond, 21 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse Victorian collection of brooches. This stunning,...

Antique Cupid Brooch 18ct Gold French Stamped Circa 1880s Artist: D'apres Boucher This exquisite museum worthy brooch showcases the enchanting depi...

A stunning, fine and impressive 0.65 carat sapphire, 2.77 carat diamond and pearl, 18 karat white gold and platinum set brooch; part of our diverse antique 1920s brooches collection....

This fabulous 1940s bird brooch is beautifully enamelled. Great detail went into the white spotted enamel feathers, while the tail is a jet black enamel. The eye is a round cut 0.05 ...

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage pearl and 1.18ct diamond, 15 karat white gold wreath brooch; part of our diverse antique pearl brooch collections. This stunning, fine and im...

An Edwardian star ruby and diamond cluster stick pin, the oval shaped cabochon-cut ruby estimated to weigh 0.5 carats, surrounded by eighteen rose-cut d...

Antique French Sapphire and Diamond Brooch in silver backed gold, showcasing 9 carats of Old cut Diamonds and a 20ct No Heat Sugarloaf Ceylon Sapphire. Made in France, Mid 19th Century.

Art Deco platinum diamond brooch, circa 1930. Features a central marquise cut diamond of approximately 0.37ct within a platinum rectangular surmount adorned with 102 mixed-cut diamon...

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Water Lily Palm Leaf Layers Crystals Exquisite Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Very new. 100% genuine. A unique piece. This is...

A Belle Époque amethyst and diamond iris stickpin by Lacloche, consisting of five peals each centrally-set with two faceted amethysts surrounded ...

Palladium plated Cinnamon Fern lapel pin Conveying the texture and shape of a cinnamon fern leaf set in rhodium plated base metal. A highly-polished finish creates a surface which catches the natural...

Cartier sapphire and diamond jabot pin. Set with two oval cabochon natural unenhanced sapphires in open back rubover settings with a combined approxi...

An Art Deco diamond brooch, set with Edwardian-cut diamonds, in an open work, navette shaped plaque, mounted in platinum, circa 1925, with a gold pin, numbered 8994, with inventory n...

A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian 1.10 carat diamond, 1.90 carat turquoise, pearl, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set brooch; part our antique jewelry/estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique turquoise brooch...

This fine quality vintage gold brooch has been produced in 18 carat yellow gold. E. Wolfe & Co is a London based family run fine jewellery manufact...

A vintage aquamarine and diamond flower head brooch, the brooch with round brilliant-cut diamond set domed centre surrounded by four heart sh...

Here we have a very special flower brooch crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of design. The centre of the piece showcases an old pear cut diamond possessing ...

A Victorian diamond and pearl scroll brooch, the central pearl surrounded by a cluster formed of eight old brilliant-cut diamonds, set between four pear-shape pearl and diamond clust...

An Edwardian yellow gold and pearl brooch or pendant, comprising forty-three half seed pearls, in 9 karat yellow gold, with 9 karat yellow gold fittings, and silver pin. This elegan...

18kt Gold Turquoise and Diamond Brooch A fine example of mid-to-late 20th-century craftsmanship, this brooch features a vibrant design combining 37 natural turquoise beads with diam...

A stunning antique Art Deco French 4.53 carat diamond and platinum brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond brooch has been crafted in platinum. The pierced decorated, geometric Art Deco rectangular frame is ornamented with a central feature collet set 0.66Ct transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond. The principal stone is surrounded with four pierced decorated arched incurved designs, accented with enveloping collar motifs to the outer frame. The symmetrical arched motifs incorporate seventy-four pavé set diamonds, in a combination of transitional modern brilliant round and eight cuts. The cut cornered rectangular frame is embellished with a further thirty-two pavé set diamonds. The stunning design secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and push fit fastening. The frame is hallmarked to the side with the French mark for platinum (dog's head). This antique Art Deco brooch...

An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant brooch of a medal depicting a baby in an infant’s crib with rays of light streaming down onto it from a star, s...

Christian Dior 1961 Vintage Large Oval Emerald Green Trio Layers Crystals Circle Round Marquise Tear Water Drop Dome Brooch, Silver Plated Very excellent condition. Not any stones l...

Here we have a delightful brooch come pendant dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from 18ct gold into the shape of a love heart with a multi-laye...

An early 19th century hardstone cameo brooch of an emperor, the oval agate cameo measuring 3.4 x 2.7cm, depicting an emperor in profile, mounted in yellow gold frame with twisted rop...

Antique shell cameo brooch and earrings by John Brogden, English, circa 1870. A yellow gold suite of jewellery, the brooch composed of a horizontally situated oval Bull’s Mouth shell cameo of the Greek goddess Selene riding a serpentine dragon in a rubover collet setting, encircled by a conforming frame of gold beading and twisted gold wire punctuated with four gold palmette form plaques engraved and decorated with dark blue enamel and placed at the cardinal points, the reverse mounted with a hinged pin and scroll clasp, the earrings each composed of a vertical oval Bull’s Mouth shell cameo engraved with a bust length portrait of Selene with crescent-set headdress, encircled by a conforming frame matching that of the brooch with the addition of a pendant decoration composed of a horizontal bar of gold beading and twisted gold wires suspending gold link chains graduated from centre and ending in conical gold elements, the reverses mounted with French wire fittings, all in a fitted red leather case, the interior marked ‘FIRST CLASS PARIS MEDAL/ 1855.1867.1851/ PARIS FIRST CLASS & LONDON PRIZE MEDALS/ JOHN BROGDON/ Goldsmith/ MANUFACTORY/ 16, Henrietta St. Covent Garden/ London’. The cameo—defined as a gem, usually either a mineral or a shell, upon which a design has been carved in relief—is believed to have originated in Hellenistic Greece, during the third century BC. These miniature sculptures, at that time confined to the medium of hardstone, are thought to have been made with the primary purpose of personal adornment. The same practice of mounting cameos in jewellery was then continued by the Ancient Romans, and they are known to have been worn by many a Roman emperor. After the fall of Rome the fashion for cameos went into a decline, until it was again revived during the Renaissance period, brought about by a keen interest in the ancient world. At this time both antique and contemporary cameos were mounted in jewellery, as well as collected as objet d’art. The art of cameo cutting was revived in Italy, where it would remain a centre for the coming centuries. Again there was a lull in interest in carved gemstones, until the Neoclassical revival of the eighteenth century, largely stimulated by the discoveries of the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. As with the Renaissance, antique specimens were generally prized over modern cameos, and the worldliest men in Europe held them among their collections of art and antiques. That said, carving centres in Rome and Torre del Greco (near Naples) in Italy were established in response to the demand of the Grand Tourists, who travelled to Italy and Greece to become educated in the wonders of the ancient world. It was at this time that shell cameos, mostly made in Torre del Greco due to its proximity to the sea, became more popular, owing to the relative ease in carving shell over hardstone. In addition to Rome, hardstone cameos also became a specialty of Idar Oberstein, Germany, which had a long history with both the gem mining and cutting trade. In a shift away from the collector’s cases of the previous century, the nineteenth century saw a strengthening in the fashion for wearable cameos. After the Empress Josephine donned a cameo-set suite of jewellery at the coronation of Napoleon in 1804, cameo jewellery became all the rage. Napoleon played a further hand in promoting the art by establishing a gemstone carving school in Paris, inspired by his appreciation for the arts of the ancient world. By the mid-nineteenth century shell cameos, in part due to their lightness compared with hardstone cameos, were the height of fashion. Large shell cameos as well as hardstone cameos were set into contemporary mounts, often as suites of jewellery. Some of the best cameos of the nineteenth century—carved by a select group of recognized carvers—were set into revivalist mounts, corresponding to the subject matter. In Victorian England cameo jewellery was particularly prized, due in part to the fact that the Queen owned and wore a number of cameo jewels. One example which can often be seen in official portraits is the Badge of the Order of Victoria and Albert, carved by Tommaso Saulini of Rome, who also produced cameos for the maker of the present suite, John Brogden. To meet demand some carvers set themselves up in London, including William Schmidt, a German carver from Idar Oberstein, who produced cameos for top London jewellers, including Brogden, Carlo Giuliano and Child & Child. In fact, Schmidt purports to have been the first to carve cameos out of opal, which Brogden reportedly displayed in the Paris Exhibition of 1878. An extant example, now in the collection of the British Museum, was set by the Giuliano firm. Regarding subject matter, cameos throughout time have been largely figural, from bust length profile portraits to scenes with multiple full-length figures, and sometimes animals. Ancient Greek and Roman cameos often depicted mythological scenes as well as contemporary figures. During the Renaissance, mythological scenes were popular, often taken directly from ancient sculpture, as well as portraits of notable contemporary figures. During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, due to the revivalist styles, both Renaissance and Classical subjects were copied and set into matching (and sometimes unmatching) revivalist mounts. From the Renaissance through the Victorian era, being able to recognize the source of the carving in a cameo was a mark of erudition, revealing in the wearer knowledge of Classical art. As mentioned, the present cameo parure...

A ruby and diamond koala brooch in yellow gold, circa 1960. This charming vintage koala pin brooch is beautifully made. Its facial features and fur are ...

A Victorian diamond spray brooch, the flower-head centrally-set with an old-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.8 carats, each petal pave-set with ol...

This exquisite 1890s platinum brooch is adorned with approximately 7 carats rose gold and old European cut diamonds. There is a central stone of approximately 1 carat accented by tap...

A vintage diamond double-clip brooch, designed as two stylised sheaves of baguette-cut diamonds, in channel settings, topped with round brilliant-cut diamonds, in four claw settings,...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 2.85 carat natural ruby, 0.65 carat diamond and pearl, 9k yellow gold, silver set crescent, bar style brooch; part of the antique jewelry / estate jewelry collections. This antique crescent brooch...

This charming insect brooch from the Haruni Vaults is handmade in 18k yellow gold with deep blue sapphires forming the body, pave-set sparkling diamonds in the wings, and round ruby ...

A Victorian pearl 15 karat yellow gold stick pin This charming stick pin features a cultured pearl of 3mm set to its centre mounted onto a 15 karat yellow gold stick pin, with ridge...

A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive 1.45 carat sapphire, 6.16 carat diamond and natural pearl, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set crown brooch; part of our diverse array of Victorian brooches. This magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a silver setting. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a crown/coronet. The pierced decorated band of the crown is embellished with alternating Old European cut diamonds and round faceted cut sapphires, each pavé set within lozenge shaped settings. This impressive band is surmounted with a curvilinear arrangement of fleur-delist, incorporating thirty pavé set diamonds and five natural yellow diamonds, in addition to a single claw set diamond to each incurve. The upper portion of this magnificent antique brooch incorporates protruding pales displaying six individually claw set natural brown diamonds, alternating with stunning natural pearls. The lower border of the crown bears a curvilinear border of thirteen Old European cut diamonds, completing the design. This antique crown brooch...

A fine and impressive 2.86 carat natural blue sapphire and 0.42 carat diamond, 9 karat white gold bar brooch; part of our diverse range of antique gemstone jewelry...

A Victorian oval diamond openwork brooch, with a centre cluster, set with a cushion shaped old-cut diamond, surrounded by old-mine cut diamonds, in claw settings, enclosed by four tr...

Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Large Textured Turquoise Green Crystals Floral Flower Knot Ribbon Brooch, Gold plated Very excellent condition. Signed at the rear. Rare to find. ...

This stunning pendant holds a total of approx 75pts of rose cut diamonds and three natural pearls. The rose cut diamonds are clean and bright and have the most wonderful sparkle. Modelled in 18carat...

An antique baroque pearl, ruby, enamel, yellow gold and white gold stick pin, comprising one baroque pearl, two round cut rubies, and enamel, set...

Globe Cage pin in sterling silver Our iconic Globe pin captures a miniature world which rotates by touch. Fitted onto a sterling silver circle cage, the globe is made of infused lapis with latitudinal and longitudinal lines. A piece made for the aspiring traveller and perfect to accompany our iconic Globe cufflinks...

This gorgeous heart brooch holds a total of 30pts of diamonds which have a lovely sparkle and also has eight sweet pearls set into it. Either end of the brooch also holds a pearl bea...

A delightful and finely executed 18k/14K gold brooch of a Schnauzer dog with a diamond nose and collar, sweet sapphire cabochon eyes and a ruby tongue. The pin and collar are in whit...

A stunning, fine and impressive, large 1.55 carat Ceylon sapphire and 2.20 carat diamond, 10 karat yellow gold and silver set sweetheart brooch/pendant with wings; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique sweetheart brooch...

This pendant/brooch holds a lock of plaited hair and has a beautiful 9 carat gold ornate frame. Brooch Dimensions: 25x32mm Weight: 10.7g

This playful strawberry brooch was designed in the 1960s. Crafted from lucite in a bold juicy red, the body of the strawberry is see-through and dotted with gold-toned seeds. The top...

FROM THE COLLECTION OF PRINCESS EUDOXIA OF BULGARIA (1898-1985) Sapphire and gold clip, 1930s Of scroll design, collet-set with a pear-shaped sapphire, maker's mark. Stamped 585 for...

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Symmetric Trio Three Milky White Oval Pearls Long Bar Elegant Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss at back, ba...

The sweet image on this delicately carved cameo brooch is of a lovely lady with gorgeous detail. The carving is set in a very simple 18carat gold frame. Dimensions: 32x25mm Weigh...

Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer 1950s Whole Crystals Double Layers Flower Brooch, Silver Tone Mitchel Maer was a prominent American designer who lived in England during the 1950s. Du...

A French Art Deco crystal, diamond and onyx brooch by Chaumet, consisting of an octagonal-shaped frosted rock crystal frame, mounted between two finials of palmette design, with diamond-set scroll Mughal style decorations, accented by a line of cabochon-cut onyx, mounted in platinum and gold, bearing French assay marks and partial maker’s mark of Chaumet, circa 1925, measuring approximately 7.1 x 2.5cm, gross weight 19.3 grams. This brooch is in excellent condition. Unmarked, tested as platinum and 18ct gold. A wonderful Art Deco brooch made Chaumet. The jewellery house of Chaumet dates back to the eighteenth century and is known for making jewellery for the French royal court and for Josephine Bonaparte. This spectacular brooch reflects the Art Deco period of Chaumet, which reflected an increase in geometric styles inspired by machine technology. This brooch features a frosted rock crustal...

This exquisite Late Deco French brooch is a dazzling floral display. It showcases a stunning collection of diamonds, including old cuts, eight cuts, and baguette cuts, with a total w...