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Antique Gold Cannetille and Seed Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
typically features fine gold wires or thinly hammered sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very popular in
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold and Diamond Round Victorian Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning pin/pendant is made in 14k rose gold and features round and rose cut diamonds. This
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1890s American Contemporary Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10k Yellow Gold 1890s Pearl Sun Burst Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This pin comes from the 1890s Victorian era and is made in 10k yellow gold with pearl. Each ray
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1890s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unusual Sterling Indian Chief Hat Pin
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Sterling Indian Chief Hat Pin from the late 19th Century. Native American motifs were a
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1890s American Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Platinum Large Pin Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Antique Vintage Estate Diamond Large Pin Brooch.
A magnificent Vintage Estate Art Deco
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Early 1800s American Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow French Enameled Woman Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow French Enameled Woman Stick Pin. This gorgeous stick pin is
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Sterling Silver Lovely Lady Portrait Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
" x 1.38
This is out of a massive jewelry collection from a Westchester county NY estate 95% of this
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Sterling Silver
FRENCH Antique 18kt gold Stick Pin with Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
A captivating artifact of late nineteenth-century design, this Egyptianesque stick pin is
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1880s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco 13.36ct Diamond Double Pin Brooches, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary example of Art Deco craftsmanship, this remarkable double pin brooch is a
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1920s British Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Flower Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
, this Guilloché pin would make a lovely addition to any antique jewelry collection!
Measurements: The
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1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
10 Karat Rose Gold Three Opal Pin Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Contemporary designer clothing as well as Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Russian Pre-Revolutionary 14K Gold and Diamond Bar Pin
Located in Venice, CA
This diamond encrusted bar pin dates to 1900’s pre-revolutionary Russia. The center Old European
Category
Early 1900s Russian Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Bow Bar Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A refined and elegant jewel from the Art Deco era, circa 1920s, crafted in platinum and set with ~1.20 carats of old European and single-cut diamonds in high quality, approximate in ...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 14 Karat Estate Gold Coral Brooch Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
Unusual piece of Elegant jewelry. ** This is out of our massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
1880 Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Real Tennis Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely little stick pin from the early Victorian Era features a real tennis racket in 18K
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1900s Theodule Boudier French Jabot Pin with Buddha
Located in Hicksville, NY
Maker: Theodule Bourdier, Signed on pin.
Hallmarks: French Import Hallmarks
Diamonds: Old European
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Enamel Dragonfly Hat Pin
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Enamel Dragonfly Hat Pin. Lovely detailed enamel work on the wings with ruby glass eyes
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Steel, Sterling Silver
TIFFANY
CO. Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Ruby Terrier Pin
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
A very charming Tiffany & Co. dog pin from the Art Deco (ca1920) era! Crafted in platinum, this
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1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
NOURY (attributed to) Yellow gold chimera Neo-Renaissance tie pin
Located in PARIS, FR
Attributed to Noury - Yellow gold chimera tie pin Neo-Renaissance
Round tie pin in 18k yellow gold
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Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880 Victorian Gold over Silver Cabochon Garnet Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
garnets
- 10.44 grams
This 1880 Victorian gold over silver cabochon garnet pin/pendant is truly
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1880s American Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Garnet, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Butterfly Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold diamond and pearl butterfly brooch (pin/pendant). Decorated
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Perl Sapphire Insect Butterfly Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique 18k gold insect brooch, set with pearls and blue sapphires. The brooch measures 55mm x 22mm. Comes in original antique fitted box. Marked 750 and with scratched on numbers. W...
Category
19th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Sapphire, Gold
Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Fly Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely gorgeous multi-stone bug pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This incredible piece
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Early 1800s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Carnelian Cameo Yellow Gold Oval Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
minor nick on stone at 5:00
Weight: 20.3 Grams
Stone: Carnelian
Measurements: 45.5 x 36.0 mm
Hallmark: 18K Tested
ITEM #: BR-1078-101823-15
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,116 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Victorian Gold Veining Quartz w/ Pearl Black Enamel Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
2.1mm each (approx.)
Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold w/ 9k Gold Pin
Black Enamel Work
Weight
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14.60 Carat Edwardian Brooch Pin / Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Edwardian brooch pin/necklace intricately crafted in platinum and yellow gold showcasing
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rare Victorian Carved “Baby” Face Moonstone
Turquoise 18 KT Pin
Located in Vero Beach, FL
RARE Pin…..
Antique Victorian Hand Carved “Baby” Face carved moonstone pin with Turquoise
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Moonstone, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Paste Glass Stone Rooster Hen Silver Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
granulation throughout. The pin at the back of the brooch is provided with a c-clasp closure.
The Rooster is
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Late 19th Century European Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Silver
French Art Deco Platinum European Diamond
Sapphire Bow Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Antique French Art Deco bow pin brooch crafted in platinum, set with 17 old European
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Gold and Diamond Filigree Bar Pin, American, c. 1920.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique gold and diamond filigree bar pin, the three diamonds are bezel set in the center. The
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$476 Sale Price
20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Fly Brooch Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Details: .50ct, Round Brilliant, Natural Diamonds, H-I, SI
Pin Measurements:
Length: 19.75mm
Condition
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Yellow Gold
4.00ctw Tanzanite
1.20ctw Diamond Pin/Pendant 14K White Gold Filigree
Located in Sewickley, PA
This exquisite Edwardian-style pin/pendant showcases a captivating round-cut tanzanite, radiating a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Art Nouveau filigree brooches or pins in sterling silver
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
A stunning pair of early 20th-century Art Nouveau pins or brooches, exquisitely crafted balls in
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Early 1900s Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Silver
Vintage Phi Beta Kappa 1776 Solid 14k Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 6.78 Grams
Clasp: Pin Backing w/ Rotating Closure
Height
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1770s Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Natural Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
sides of antique-cut diamonds and finishes at each end with a natural pearl. The hanging system is a pin
Category
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Filigree Deco Platinum 3 Carat Tw Diamond Pin GIA
Located in Big Bend, WI
Art Deco platinum diamond filigree pin brooch with just over 3 carats of diamonds. This is a large
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire Pearl Floral Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold sapphire and pearl brooch (pin/pendant). The floral design is
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab
14K Gold Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Egyptian Revival stick pin.
In 14k yellow gold.
Set with an antique Egyptian faience
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Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
14k Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Stick Pin Elegant Estate Heirloom
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco diamond and sapphire stick pin is more than jewelry—it is a piece of history, embodying the
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Rare Piel Frères Paris France Peacock Eye Pin Brooch
By Piel Frères
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Large Antique Art nouveau Peacock eye Pin /brooch attributed to Piel Frères in Paris, France . Pin
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Base Metal
Antique Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Blue Moonstone
Seed Pearls Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
")
Overall Height: 23.2mm (0.91")
Thickness: 5.6mm (not including the pin)
Backing: Pin w/ Rotating Closure
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19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab
14K Gold Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Egyptian Revival stick pin.
In 14k yellow gold.
Set with a antique Egyptian faience scarab
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Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond + Ruby Cat and Wishbone Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely pin from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 15kt yellow gold and topped in sterling
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Gold
Silver 1.2ctw Diamond Large Detailed Bee Insect Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) - On Wings
Material: Solid Silver Front - 14k Gold Back - w/ 10k Gold Pin
Weight: 8.20 Grams
Overall
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Edwardian Jade and Diamond Hat Pin
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Edwardian Jade and Diamond Hat Pin. The head is gold set with rose diamonds and capped
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1890s American Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Flower Brooch Pin
Located in beverly hills, CA
This exquisite Art Nouveau flower brooch pin is a true testament to the romantic and natural style
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Pearl Brooch Matching Pin Enamelled Miniatures Children Lyre
Located in Munich, Bavaria
metal pin holds a little gold lyre with a miniature in its centre. The larger face was added to pearl
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Early 19th Century European Empire Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Scottish Agate Victorian Sterling Silver Garter Vintage Brooch Pin c1890
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Superb quality large Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate Garter Brooch. The agates have a highly polished mirror finish and all are separated with finely engra...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Pearl and Diamond Victorian Scarf Pin
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Scarf Pin
15ct Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Chester 1897
Fabulous, Victorian scarf pin
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Diamond and Pearl Crescent Moon Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite crescent moon pin from the late Victorian (ca1900s) era! This beautiful piece is
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Early 1900s French Late Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Estate Art Nouveau Era 14KT Yellow Gold Heart Portrait Pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Art Nouveau Era 14KT Yellow Gold Heart Pin featuring a porcelain portrait of a couple. This
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold, Gem Set Jabot Pin
Located in London, GB
This Jabot has been inspired by the Lyre birds tail feathers creating this stunning jewel.
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Opal, Gold
Antique Jade Yellow Gold Bar Pin Brooch with Enamel Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite heirloom to admire, this petite Victorian Bar Pin Brooch in 14 karat yellow adds a touch
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Turn of the Century, Aquamarine, Turquoise
Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This charming brooch pin has been crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and silver and then set with
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian 0.85 TCW Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Cluster Pin
Located in Towson, MD
This refined Edwardian cluster pin is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with a platinum-topped
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Safety Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Safety Pin Brooch. This beautiful Art Deco
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1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
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Antique Jewelry Pins For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of antique jewelry pins for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of antique jewelry pins bearing Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Tiffany
Co., Cartier and Krementz
Co each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 959, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There are many round cut, old mine cut and rose cut antique jewelry pins for sale. When shopping our range of antique jewelry pins, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Antique Jewelry Pins?
On average, antique jewelry pins at 1stDibs sell for $1,950, while they’re typically $65 on the low end and $180,000 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.
Questions About Antique Jewelry Pins
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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