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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
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Sapphire Ruby Diamond Bee Insect Animal Brooch Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th Century Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Bee Brooch in Silver and Gold. A captivating 19th
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Edwardian Diamond Pearl Brooch in 10 Karat White Gold and Silver Topped
Located in Fairfield, CT
Edwardian Diamond Pearl Brooch in 10 Karat White Gold and Silver Topped
This Edwardian brooch is a
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique French Victorian 18K Yellow Gold
Silver Pearl and Diamond Swan Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, diamond, ruby, silver and yellow gold brooch, comprising one round cut ruby
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,906 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Silver-Topped 18K Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Floral Brooch, 1.11 ct
Located in San Francisco, CA
Victorian era diamond flower brooch in silver-topped 18k yellow gold, designed as a central flower
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1880s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique french edwardian brooch in 18k pink gold, silver and diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
Broche ancienne en or rose 18 carats (750 millièmes) et en argent 800 millièmes du début du 20ème siècle. De forme ronde, elle est sertie de 32 diamants de taille rose en serti grain...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl Diamond Bee Insect Pin Brooch Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl and Diamond Bee Brooch in Silver and Gold, circa 1880. A poetic
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Snake Brooch in 14kt Gold, Platinum
Silver with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Braintree, GB
A striking antique brooch crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with a silver front, modelled as a
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1910s French Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum, Silver
18ct Gold
Silver French Victorian Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Butterfly Brooch
18ct Rose Gold French Stamped
Circa 1880
This exquisite Victorian-era
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Circa 1900s Handmade 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Bird Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.7 gram.
Totally is rose cut diamond 0.60 ct.
Totally is old cut diamond 0.18 ct.
The diamond mixed H-I-J-K-L color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1-2 cla...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian brooch with rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch set with rose-cut diamonds up to 0.50 ct – G/H
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Silver Plated Bar Brooch with Three Doublet Boulder Opals
Located in London, GB
Fabulous antique silver plated bar brooch with three doublet boulder opals in an ornate setting
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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Brooch
18kt Gold Silver Old Diamond Pink Sapphire and Cameo Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Depicting Dionysus with vine leaves and grapes, lenght 6,5cm, Holland mark.
Fitted case by Calderoni Milano.
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1870s Dutch Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
18K Gold
Sterling Silver Beetle Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds Onyx
Ruby
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the Edwardian era, this large and impressive Rhinoceros beetle brooch is encrusted with Rose
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Circa 1870s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.8 grams.
Totally is diamond about 0.60 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and s1-s2.
Acid tested to be real 18k gold.
Please contact for any...
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1870s European Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Dragonfly brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a truly spectacular statement brooch. Made of 18kt gold, silver and set with rubies, blue
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$18,000 Sale Price
20% Off
1920
s Art Deco Carved Jadeite Jade Sterling Silver Floral Fruit Brooch GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
East to West oval brooch is comprised of intricately carved jadeite jade. Depicting scrolling and
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1920s Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Jade, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian 12k Gold
Silver Diamond Ruby Floral Branch Vine Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Cut - Pave Set - Pinkish Red Color
Material: 12k Yellow Gold w/ Silver Top
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Early 1800s Georgian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
French Art Deco Parrot Bird Brooch Pin Rock Crystal Sterling Silver Black Onyx
Located in New York, NY
perch, two parrots in Sterling Silver with paste and Black Onyx adornment. The brooch is signed with
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Onyx, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 0.26 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Pearl Silver Set Insect Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique ruby brooch has been silver set.
The plain pointed bar brooch is ornamented to the centre
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Flower Pin Brooch. This
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1890s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Silver 9.5ct Sapphire
Diamond Dangle Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely breathtaking antique brooch or pendant that was crafted from solid 18k
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1890s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Silver and 14K Gold Rose-Cut Diamond Floral Brooch, Circa 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique brooch captures the refined elegance of mid-19th-century jewelry design. Crafted in
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Vine Leaf antique brooch 18K gold silver Victorian era jewelry special person
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique brooch in shape of a grape leaf with a branch of a vine
18K gold and blackened silver with
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
$7,595 Sale Price
60% Off
Antique 9kt Gold
Silver 10.60 ct. Aquamarine and 2.90 ct. Diamond Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
An exquisite antique 19th-century pendant brooch crafted in silver on 9kt gold (X-ray tested
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1870s British Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Aquamarine, Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian Gold
Silver Diamond Flying Large Peacock Bird Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Color
Material: Solid 12k Yellow Gold w/ Silver Top
Total Weight: 30.52 Grams
Overall Height: 43mm (1.6
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Early 1800s Georgian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Yellow Gold
Silver Cushion Blue Stone w/ White Stones Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
/ Silver Accents
Total Weight: 2.77 Grams
Overall Length: 51.2mm (2")
Overall Height: 5.8mm (0.23
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19th Century Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Tremblone Brooch French 18k Gold Silver Antique Clip Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique tremblone brooch created in France at the end of 1800s. Made of silver and gold of 18, 14
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19th Century French Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Brooch with Old European Cut Diamonds in Silver and Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian filigree brooch with old European cut diamonds set in silver and gold. This
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Amor Hunter Landscape Enamel Painting Pearl Turquoise Silver Gold Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
outer side of the lozenge are four silver scrolls set with turquoise cabochons. Two articulated silver
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1870s French Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Oriental Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Silver, Enamel
Egyptian Revival Winged Pharaoh King Tut Enamel Brooch Pin Art Deco Silver 3.6"
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a rare Art Deco Egyptian Revival Winged Pharaoh Silver Enamel Brooch masterpiece. The
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Monkeys Diamond Natural Pearl Ruby Sapphire Brooch Silver Gold French
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique Circus Monkeys Diamond, Natural Pearl, Burmese Ruby and Sapphire Brooch in Silver and Gold
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
French 19th Century Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Bar Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark and silver.
Called a barrette brooch, it is
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
18kt Gold and Silver Moon Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds 19th Century Crescent
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Gold and Silver Moon Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds 19th Century Crescent
Marvelous French
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19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Emerald, Diamond and Ruby brooch, Sterling silver and 9lt gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
.
Marks and era:
The brooch is unmarked tests as sterling silver and 9ct gold, Art Nouveau era c1900s
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver
$943 Sale Price
40% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Enamel Clover Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 11.7 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.75 ct.
The diamond is has I-J color and vs-s1 clarity.
Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,280 Sale Price
20% Off
COROCRAFT DUETT, two fish brooch, gold-plated silver, Pat. no. 1798868, USA 1940
By Corocraft
Located in Stuttgart, DE
CoroCraft sterling silver gold plated Duett 2 fish brooch.
Size:
Height 6.5 cm
Width 4,5 cm
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1630s American Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold and Silver 4.5ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising fifty-four old mine cut diamond and
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$10,647 Sale Price
20% Off
Renaissance Revival Limoges Type Enamel Brooch - Rubies, Gold
Silver - C. 1892
Located in Chatham, CA
Exceptional and rare Renaissance Revival Limoges type enamel brooch - the colorful portrait
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Late 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Silver and 14kt Gold Flower Brooch, Rose Cut Diamonds, Colombia Emerald, Enamel
Located in Antwerp, BE
14 kt Flower Brooch With 6 Carat Rose Cut Diamonds, Colombian Emerald,Enamel
Stunning brooch in
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18th Century Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Star Brooch and Hair Pin, Circa 1905
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond six point star brooch and hair pin, with rays, with an old-cut diamond, in a cut
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Enamel Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8.1 grams.
Totally is diamond about 0.50 carat.
The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,200 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Transformation Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique jewelry in 18 karat yellow gold, and silver.
Of shuttle shape, it is decorated in the
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Art Deco Sterling Silver Rhinestone Bar Brooch, Unsigned, U.S, circa 1930s
Located in Chatham, CA
Art Deco sterling silver bar brooch/pin set with blue and clear rhinestones (faux sapphires and
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Silver
9K Gold Diamond Foliate Openwork Brooch in Fitted Case
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Georgian diamond, silver, and rose gold brooch, comprising forty-seven old mine cut diamonds, set
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$8,938 Sale Price
36% Off
Art Nouveau c.1900 French Silver, Plique-à-Jour and Paste Antique Brooch
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
The Details...
This brooch is constructed from silver - it is
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Silver
Antique Arts and Crafts 14k Yellow Gold and Silver Opal Diamond Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique floral brooch features an impressive 19.90ct opal at its center, radiating a stunning
Category
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
5.15 Carat Ruby Sapphire Diamond Opal Gold Silver Victorian Moth Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid 1880's Victorian moth Brooch. Set with rubies, diamonds, sapphires and opals in a 11-12 yellow
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Late 19th Century Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
Gold Antique Brooch / Corsage Front with Silver, Diamonds, Fine Pearls and Ename
Located in PARIS, FR
18Kt (750°/°°) Round bodice front gold and silver set with four old mine cut diamonds at the four
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Late 19th Century Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Oak Diamond Brooch Mid-Victorian Gold Silver Old Mined Cut Diamonds Gift wedding
Located in Berlin, DE
A mid-Victorian diamond oak leaf brooch, circa 1860s. Set in yellow gold and silver, length 45 mm
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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond “En Tremblant” Flower Spray Brooch circa 1860 Silver Rose Gold
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A Victorian diamond spray brooch, the flower-head centrally-set with an old-cut diamond estimated
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Round Cluster Antique Brooch
Located in London, GB
A remarkable Victorian brooch ready to enchant a true jewellery lover with its striking brilliance
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1910s Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 18K Gold and Silver Diamond Knot Brooch, Italy Circa 1910-1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage knot brooch with 18 karat yellow gold and silver, and 40 small brilliant diamonds with 2
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Flower Comet Brooch Pin Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver / 3 gr
Located in SE
Swedish Flower ( or Comet ?) or a shooting Star brooch dating from ca. early 20th century with
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Early 1900s Swedish Renaissance Revival Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Circa 1900s 10k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Moon Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 11.1 grams.
Totally is diamond about 4 ct.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
$2,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 9k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Moon Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 9.1 grams.
Totally is rose cut diamond 1.50 ct.
Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
Victorian 3.50 Ct Old Mine Diamond Floral Spray Brooch 18 KT Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Victorian period spray brooch is 1890/1900 ca
Hand crafted during the time of
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Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Silver Brooch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
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Antique Silver Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique silver brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Gold and Sterling Silver. If you’re looking for an antique silver brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing antique silver brooch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Georg Jensen, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Evald Nielsen each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An antique silver brooch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 1126, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and old mine cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique silver brooch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Antique Silver Brooch?
On average, an antique silver brooch at 1stDibs sells for $2,440, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $360,694 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 Silver Brooch
- What is antique silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
- Is antique silver real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
- What is antique silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does antique silver mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.
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