1940 Brooch

Coro Vintage Jewelry

Brooch Clip

Brooch Rhodium Plated

Miriam Haskell Jewellery

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Rare Dujay Dimensional Parrot

$2,850

Joseff of Hollywood Leaf Clip

By Joseff of Hollywood

Located in New York, NY

Joseff of Hollywood Leaf Clip from the 1940's. 3 large leaves are rendered in signature Joseff

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Joseff of Hollywood Leaf Clip

$495

Trifari Alfred Phillipe Blue Opal Fruit Salad Parure

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

clip brooch and companion ear clips of gold plated metal, crystal rhinestones and molded fruit salads

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Trifari Alfred Phillipe Blue Opal Fruit Salad Parure

$2,475

Unusual Line Vautrin "Jonas" Clip

By Line Vautrin

Located in New York, NY

possibly references the story or tale of Jonah and the Whale. 1940's France. Signed. Excellent condition. L

Category

Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal

Unusual Line Vautrin "Jonas" Clip

$5,950

Golden Pin With Diamonds

Located in Tel Aviv, IL

This golden brooch will make your dress stand out with shine! it comes with 0.95 ct diamonds and

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Golden Pin With Diamonds

$5,500

Early CLOTH CLIP from COR0 unsignd, enamelled flower with rhinstones, 1940s US

By Coro

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Very early cloth clip from Coro, unsigned, but with the typical work of Coro. The flower with pink enamel and small rhinestones, both the flower buds and leaves. Please compare the C...

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Early CLOTH CLIP from COR0 unsignd, enamelled flower with rhinstones, 1940s US

$624 Sale Price

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Pennino Enamel and Pink Crystal Spray

By Pennino Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Pennino Enamel and Pink Crystal Spray from the 1930's. Rhodium finish with enamel leaves set with a cluster of pink bezel set crystals and pave accents. 2.5" x 2.25" high.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Enamel, Rhodium

Pennino Enamel and Pink Crystal Spray

$995

Retro 1940s 14K Gold Pin/Pendant Rose Cut Diamonds

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

charm. Wear it as a brooch or as a pendant—this versatile design captures the confident, luxurious

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Retro 1940s 14K Gold Pin/Pendant Rose Cut Diamonds

$9,000

Large Coral and Adventurine Stickpin, Seaman Schepps

By Seaman Schepps

Located in New York, NY

elements set onto 14k gold. 1940's USA. Excellent Condition. Unsigned. Length 3.75" Width .75"

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Large Coral and Adventurine Stickpin, Seaman Schepps

$1,595

"Picture" Moss Agate 14KT Pin

Located in Vero Beach, FL

piece Circa: 1930-1940

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Artisan Brooches

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

"Picture" Moss Agate 14KT Pin

$560

CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst Turquoise Butterfly Pin 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Turquoise & Amethyst Butterfly Pin 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pin. Truly a great piece at a gre...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst Turquoise Butterfly Pin 1940s

$9,500

Corocraft Art Deco Jelly Belly Lucite Squirrel

By Coro

Located in New York, NY

lucite collectibles. 1940's USA. Excellent condition. 2.75" x 2.5" wide.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Corocraft Art Deco Jelly Belly Lucite Squirrel

$2,250

Marcel Boucher Enamel 1940s Spray

By Marcel Boucher

Located in New York, NY

Rare Unsigned Marcel Boucher Spray brooch dating from the late 1930's-40s. Signature pearlized

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Marcel Boucher Enamel 1940s Spray

$6,850

1940s Essex Crystal Reverse Intaglio Yellow Gold Tie Clip

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

panel. The brooch is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition with a clear hallmark to

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Essex Crystal Reverse Intaglio Yellow Gold Tie Clip

$2,473

Eisenberg Original Egyptian Page Holding a Cornucopia Fur Clip

By Eisenberg Originals

Located in New York, NY

and curling leaves. c. 1940. Excellent Condition Signed: Eisenberg Original Length 4" Width 1

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Eisenberg Original Egyptian Page Holding a Cornucopia Fur Clip

$2,450

1940s Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Snaffle Bit Bar Stock Crop Pin

Located in Lexington, KY

This is a beautiful Art Deco bar or stock pin in 14k yellow gold with a lovely snaffle bit over a riding crop design! This pin is in excellent condition and is the ideal gift for the...

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Snaffle Bit Bar Stock Crop Pin

$485

Massive Pennino Retro Sterling Spray

By Pennino Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Amazing massive sterling spray with a pink gold wash by Pennino from the 1940s. Clear and green pastes accent this 3D floral spray. Pennino was well renown for its amazing renditions...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Massive Pennino Retro Sterling Spray

$1,575

Tiffany Retro Gold and Diamond Feather

By Tiffany Co.

Located in Riverdale, NY

Oversized Retro feather spray by Tiffany in 14k gold with a spine of diamonds set in platinum. 1940s USA. 4" x 1.5". Excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiffany Retro Gold and Diamond Feather

$8,500

Retro 14 Karat Rose Gold “Bow” Pin with Aquamarine, Ruby Diamond

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Signature Piece!! Lovely 1940’s Retro 14 karat rose gold pin that is 3-diametional in design

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Retro 14 Karat Rose Gold “Bow” Pin with Aquamarine, Ruby Diamond

$6,595

Rare Trifari Art Deco Birds on Branch, Alfred Phillipe

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Super Rare Trifari Art Deco Birds on Branch by Alfred Phillipe circa 1930's. Beautiful design of 2 Art Deco birds perched on a branch with tiny pave flower buds. Large teardrop aquam...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Rare Trifari Art Deco Birds on Branch, Alfred Phillipe

$7,950

Trifari Alfred Phillipe Sterling Silver Moonstone Grape Fur Clips

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Trifari Alfred Phillipe Retro sterling silver grape fur clip brooches. Faux moonstones and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Trifari Alfred Phillipe Sterling Silver Moonstone Grape Fur Clips

$1,975

Vintage Retro 14k Gold Platinum GIA Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Ribbon Bar Pin

Located in Montclair, NJ

This marvelous retro vintage ribbon pin brooch was crafted from solid 14k rose gold and solid

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Vintage Retro 14k Gold Platinum GIA Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Ribbon Bar Pin

$5,998

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Sapphire and Moonstone Fruit Salad Trefoil Leaf

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Trifari Alfred Philippe pale sapphire and moonstone fruit salad trefoil ivy leaf fur clip of rhodium plate base metal, molded hand finished glass fruit salad stones and crystal rhin...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Sapphire and Moonstone Fruit Salad Trefoil Leaf

$2,575

14K Yellow Gold Cameo Stick Pin

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.5 grams Pin Measurements: Diameter: 2 inches Condition: Excellent

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cameo Stick Pin

$300

Magnificent Bird Clips

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful pair of Birds on Perches - similar but each perched differently. Set in 18kt Yellow Gold & Platinum. Body of birds pave in nice bright & lively Diamonds

Category

Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Magnificent Bird Clips

$9,500

Trabert Hoffer Mauboussin Retro Clip

By Trabert Hoeffer Mauboussin

Located in New York, NY

"REFLECTIONS" BY TRABERT & HOFFER - Oversize Citrine Topaz set in 14kt Yellow Gold Retro style. Very high styled " Hollywood" look

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold

Trabert Hoffer Mauboussin Retro Clip

$8,500

Vintage Art Deco Leaf Double Dress Clip 1940s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A beautiful vintage leaf double dress clip. Wear as a brooch or as a pair of dress clips. An

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Vintage Art Deco Leaf Double Dress Clip 1940s

$585

Vintage Swag Double Dress Clip 1940s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage swag double dress clip from the 1940s. Wear as a brooch or as a pair of dress clips. An

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Vintage Swag Double Dress Clip 1940s

$585

Vintage Coro Duette sapphire double dress clip 1940s

By Coro

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Coro Duette sapphire dress clip. A delightful Art Deco inspired design set with triangular sapphire glass stones and white chatons. The jewellery company 'Coro' was founde...

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Vintage Coro Duette sapphire double dress clip 1940s

$585

Magnificent Retro Goldfish Clip

Located in New York, NY

Marvelous 14kt Rose Gold Goldfish Clip - very animated and lively. Body set with 4-5 carats of lively blue faceted Sapphires. The eyes are set with Diamonds. Great for a sporty lo...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Magnificent Retro Goldfish Clip

$5,500

Vintage 1.85 Carat Emerald and 7.10 carat Diamond Jewellery Set

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

brooch jewellery set - boxed; part of our vintage jewellery collection. This stunning, fine and

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1.85 Carat Emerald and 7.10 carat Diamond Jewellery Set

$12,333

SLOAN CO. Retro 14k Enamel Sailboat Pin

By Sloan Company

Located in Narberth, PA

An incredible and highly-detailed Sloan & Co. pin from the Retro (ca1950s) era! This beautiful piece is crafted in 14k, and depicts three sailboats adorned with intricate enameling. ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, Enamel

SLOAN CO. Retro 14k Enamel Sailboat Pin

$2,390

Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara

Located in Miami, FL

Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara

$37,999

18K Gold Diamond Horse Pin

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the exquisite 18K Gold Diamond Horse Pin, a stunning vintage brooch that exudes

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Gold Diamond Horse Pin

$3,975

A Salamander Jabot Pin/Pendant with Madeira Citrines and Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

This striking French salamander jabot pin is crafted in 18K gold. Its coiled form features alternating caliber-cut Madeira citrines and diamonds, with ruby eyes. This versatile piece...

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

A Salamander Jabot Pin/Pendant with Madeira Citrines and Diamonds

$3,200

Cartier Diamond Gold Scroll

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Signed Cartier, this brooch features a unique motif of scrolls with the bottom rolls covered in

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Gold Scroll

$11,500

Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Set, Alfred Phillipe

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Set circa 1949 by Alfred Phillipe. Scroll brooch with pave accents

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Trifari Jewels of India Moghul Set, Alfred Phillipe

$3,850 / set

Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ribbon Pin Pendant

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Stunning Platinum late Art Deco Diamond Ribbon Pin or Pendent. Mounted with quality sparkling white 69 Baguette Diamonds weighing 5.25 Ct. F-H Color VVS-VS Clarity and 21 Round Diamo...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ribbon Pin Pendant

$15,500

Trifari Alfred Philippe Gold and Sapphire Miniature Frog Pin

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Trifari Alfred Philippe collectible miniature frog brooch in gold plate base metal, crystal

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Trifari Alfred Philippe Gold and Sapphire Miniature Frog Pin

$495

Large Trifari Fruit Salad Feather

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Large Trifari fur clip/brooch from the 1940s. Beautiful design with pave accents and retro curls

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Large Trifari Fruit Salad Feather

$3,950

A large sterling and paste clip, Eisenberg Original, USA, 1940s

By Eisenberg

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

jewellery at this time, though more suited to robust fabrics as it is a heavy brooch. The Eisenberg company

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Silver

A large sterling and paste clip, Eisenberg Original, USA, 1940s

$792

Outstanding Pennino Retro Citrine Spray

By Pennino Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

one of largest dimensional brooches Pennino makes from that period measuring almost 5" x 2.5". 1940's

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Outstanding Pennino Retro Citrine Spray

$2,950

Platinum Diamond Dress Clip

Located in New York, NY

Platinum dress clip with baguette and round-cut diamonds of 2 carats Measurements: width 1.4 cm, length 3 cm Total weight: 9.6 grams

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Dress Clip

$4,500

Victorian Sapphire Bar Pin, Pierced Floral Design

Located in Manhasset, NY

Victorian Sapphire Bar Pin. Pierced Floral Design. This fine custom designed bar pin is simply stunning having a .40ct square sapphire in the center with an all around pierced design...

Category

Vintage 1940s Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Sapphire Bar Pin, Pierced Floral Design

$2,775

Alfred Philippe Trifari Fruit Salad Leaf Clip

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Rare, collectible large Alfred Philippe for Trifari 1941, fruit salad leaf clip brooch. Rhodium

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Alfred Philippe Trifari Fruit Salad Leaf Clip

$7,750

1940s Art Deco Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Dress Clips

Located in University City, MO

1940s Art Deco Hand carved wood dog head dress clips The set of dress clips are designed with a loyal pair of canine pooches Each dog is clinching a root beer color lucite ring in ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

1940s Art Deco Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Dress Clips

$275

Marcel Boucher Retro Aqua Spray

By Marcel Boucher

Located in New York, NY

Oversized retro spray by Marcel Boucher circa 1940s. Pink gold washed with pave accents and faux aquamarines. Beautiful quality collectible clip. Signed MB early mark. Excellent cond...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Marcel Boucher Retro Aqua Spray

$1,295

Estate Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Flower Pin; Retro 1940s, 14Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This elegant floral pin features a stunning teardrop-shaped aquamarine as its centerpiece, framed by lustrous gold leaves and accented with vibrant rubies and delicate diamond cluste...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Flower Pin; Retro 1940s, 14Karat Yellow Gold

$45,000

Couture 1938-49 Schiaparelli Gripoix Baretti Glass FauxSapphire&Pearl Parure

Located in Chicago, IL

This couture French Maison Gripoix-fabricated faux-sapphire-topped-pearl glass cluster brooch and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire, Mixed Metal

Couture 1938-49 Schiaparelli Gripoix Baretti Glass FauxSapphire&Pearl Parure

$10,250 / set

Early Trifari Ming Dragon

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

" belly body. From the "Ming" Series, 1940's Trifari. 2" x 1.75". Excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Early Trifari Ming Dragon

$4,500

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Fruit Salad Peacock

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

cabochons, molded glass fruit salad with cold enameling. Unsigned 1940's USA. Condition: Excellent. Length

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal, Enamel

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Fruit Salad Peacock

$5,950

Boucher Sputnik Clip

By Marcel Boucher

Located in New York, NY

Early Marcel Boucher clip brooch from the late 30s early 1940s. Designed as a very 3 dimensional

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Boucher Sputnik Clip

$1,295

Charming Boucher Mother and Baby Turtle Clips

Located in New York, NY

Charming turtle clips by Marcel Boucher from the 1940s. Set in 2 toned metal with faux opals and pastes.
Excellent condition, Early hallmark.
Mother 2" x 1.5"
Ba...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Rhodium

Charming Boucher Mother and Baby Turtle Clips

$1,295

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Ludo Gold Clips

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in New York, NY

These “Ludo-Hexagone” French Retro 18 karat gold and diamond pair of double clips by Van Cleef & Arpels are comprised of 84 round brilliant cut diamonds in a honeycomb and etched sta...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Rococo Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Ludo Gold Clips

$95,000

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Jelly Belly Elephant Clip, 1942

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Jelly Belly trumpeting Big Elephant clip brooch of rhodium plate base

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal, Brass, Enamel

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Jelly Belly Elephant Clip, 1942

$9,750

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Poodle Mini

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Alfred Philippe for Trifari collectible miniature poodle brooch in gold plated base metal, ruby

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Poodle Mini

$475

Magnificent Italian Natural Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Clip

Located in New York, NY

cut Diamonds. Can be worn as a clip or as a Pendant Brooch. Bears Italian control mark. Just a

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Magnificent Italian Natural Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Clip

$9,500

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1940 Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 1940 brooch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold. You can easily find a 3917 antique edition and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1940 brooch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a 1940 brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany Co., Alfred Philippe for Trifari and Cartier are consistently popular. While most can agree that any 1940 brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 853 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Finding a 1940 brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 991 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 1940 Brooch?

On average, a 1940 brooch at 1stDibs sells for $1,999, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $375,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Brooches for You

Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.

Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.

At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.

Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.

Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.

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