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Madeleine Albright
s Snake In Branch Pin Brooch Earrings And Read My Pins Book
By Erwin Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Branch Pin Brooch with the matching Earrings, along with a copy of her book "Read My Pins: Stories From A
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20th Century American Contemporary Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Purple and Red Jeweled Pin Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Yves Saint Laurent YSL Paris jeweled pin brooch features a gilt metal geometric star
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1990s French Modern Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Gilt Metal
Art Deco Jadeite and Diamond Brooch Pin 18K White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: 18K White Gold
Weight: 16.9 grams
Length: 2.75
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20th Century Art Deco Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$24,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Italy Ruby and Diamond Fish and Starfish Brooch/Pin, 18k
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Italy Ruby and Diamond Fish and Starfish Brooch/Pin made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The
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20th Century Italian Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Pin/Brooch #19975
Located in Washington Depot, CT
9K Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Pin/Brooch
This elegant lion's head pin features one round
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jelly Belly and Crystal Penguin Mid Century Modern Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Delightful Vintage Jelly Belly Penguin Brooch enhanced with Sparkling Crystals
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Diamond Salamander Lizard Silver and Gold Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Vintage Diamond Salamander Lizard Brooch Pin. Hand set with Diamonds, weighing
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Late 20th Century Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bar Brooch Pin in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bar Brooch Pin in Platinum
Triple Pearl and Diamond Pin features three
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20th Century North American Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Green Tourmaline and Diamond Spider Web Vintage Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Green Tourmaline and Diamond Spider Web Brooch Pendant. Securely Hand set with
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Late 20th Century Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage ZUNI Roadrunner Turquoise and Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in Sterling Silver and Hand set with Turquoise and assorted Stones. Measuring
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum 950 Natural Round Pearl and Natural Diamond Brooch / Pin
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Total Item Weight: 3.3 Grams
Dimension: Length: 26.4 mm X Width: 5.0 mm X
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Pearl and Ruby Vintage HONORA Circle Gold Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Pearl and Ruby Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, centering a 6.2mm
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Late 20th Century Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Green Enamel and Gold Frog Pin Brooch Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
18k Yellow Gold "Lucky Frog" Ruby & Green Enamel Pin Brooch by David Webb. With 2 cabochon ruby
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Late 20th Century American Modern Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Gold, Enamel
14 Karat White/Yellow Gold and Diamond Bar Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White/Yellow Gold and Diamond Bar Brooch/Pin-
This elegant brooch features one round
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold, Camphor Glass and Diamond Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold, Camphor Glass and Diamond Brooch/Pin-
This elegant camphor glass brooch is
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Brooch or Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Brooch /Pin.
This lovely bar pin features one
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Retro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Fan Brooch/Pin
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A dazzling display of Retro elegance, this 14K yellow gold brooch is designed in a radiant fan
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1940s Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This antique brooch is a stunning blend of 14k yellow gold and platinum, showcasing a graceful
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Rectangular Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Sapphire Platinum Brooch. Beautifully Hand crafted in Platinum and Hand set with Center OEC Diamond
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany
Company Yellow Gold and Enamel Lady Bug Pin Brooch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Lady Bug Pin Brooch, measuring 3/4 inch in length, 1
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1970s American Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Buccellati Leaf Brooch and Pin - VHK#243b
By Buccellati
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Buccellati Leaf Brooch and Pin - VHK#243b
Item Details:
Metal Type: 18K
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trifari Gold Flower Pin Brooch with Amethyst Crystals and Cabochon
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
Floral brooch by Trifiari. This gold plated flower is decorated with amethyst crystals and a
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20th Century American Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
$212 Sale Price
20% Off
Tiffany
Co. Platinum and 18K Gold Ginko Leaf Brooch Pin
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Diamonds: Natural Diamonds, Round Brilliant, E Color, VS Clarity.
Pin Measurements:
Diameter: 2 inches
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1970s Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Czechoslovakian Gilt Brass and Purple Crystal Intricate Butterfly Brooch, Pin
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisitely detailed vintage butterfly brooch. Features intricately detailed wings and body
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal, Brass
14K Yellow Gold Amethyst, Ruby and Turquoise Fly Brooch Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 4.8grams
Pin
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. 18K Yellow Gold and Pearl Flower Brooch/Pin #22948
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold and Pearl Flower Brooch/Pin-
Elegant and timeless, this vintage
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.24Ct Sapphire and 0.12Ct Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1930s 0.24 carat sapphire and 0.12 carat diamond, platinum pin brooch
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1930s Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Estate Tiffany and Co Platinum and Gold Diamond Wreath Pin Brooch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate Tiffany and Co Platinum and Gold Diamond Wreath Pin Brooch. This gorgeous
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1970s Contemporary Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond And Emerald Portrait Pin Brooch In 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This Art Deco pin weighs 7.60 DWT (approx. 11.82 grams). It contains 15 single cut G color, VS
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
14 Karat White Gold and Seed Pearl Circle Pin/Brooch #21402
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Seed Pearl Circle Pin/Brooch
This timeless brooch features 38 seed pearls
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.05 Carat Circular Brilliant Cut and Baguette Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Title:
4.05 Carat Circular Brilliant Cut G VS and Baguette Shape G VS Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Golden Sailfish Nautical Pin Brooch, Aqua Enamel and Faux Pearls
Located in Milford, DE
A vintage nautical pin. This gold-plated sailfish is painted with green and teal enamel, and
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20th Century American Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
$268 Sale Price
20% Off
Coral, Tsavorite, Diamond and Ruby Gecko Gold Vintage Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Statement Brooch Pin. Securely Hand set with Coral, 2.50tcw Tsavorite, 0.12tcw Diamond and 0.03tcw Rubies
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Late 20th Century Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co Carved Amethyst and Diamond Bow Pin Brooch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co Carved Amethyst and Diamond Bow Pin Brooch. This incredible
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1950s Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium
Tiffany
Co. 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Bow Brooch/Pin #20941
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Bow Brooch/Pin-
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. bow brooch
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20th Century Contemporary Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Floral Pin Brooch. This incredible
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1950s Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
15.00 Carat Marquis Round and Pear Shape Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Title:
15.00 Carat G VS and Round Brilliant G VS and Pear Shape G VS Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Coral and Jade Rose Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning delicate rose carved out of coral with Jade leaves. Pin measuring 2.45 in top to bottom
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1950s Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Coral, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Cut Ruby, Sapphire, Jade, and Diamond 18K/Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum
Weight: 35.70 grams
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Late 20th Century Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Ladybug Brooch Black and Yellow Enamel Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
. pin back in working order. I see no enamel loss. measuring approximately 20 mm .78 in x 19.25 mm .76
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1970s Italian Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Retro Mid Century Modern Moonstone and Diamond Vintage Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch. Hand set with Oval Moonstone, weighing approx. 12tcw and Diamonds, approx. 0.50tcw. Pin measures
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Late 20th Century Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Brooch/Pin #16802
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Brooch/Pin-
This magnificent brooch by
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Heron Brooch/Pin #20025
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Heron Brooch/Pin-
The graceful heron symbolizes wisdom and
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl and Garnet Bird Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This delightful vintage bird brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a large, richly hued
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Scitarelli Flower and Bow Blue and White Crystal Pin Brooch Pendant, 1950s
Located in Milford, DE
A luxurious accessory by 1950s fashion jewelry designer Scitarelli. This pin brooch can also be
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Mid-20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal
$228 Sale Price
20% Off
Ciner Vermeil Heart and Bow Pin Brooch, Citrine and Ruby Crystals, Sterling
By Ciner
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish pin brooch from Ciner. Features a sterling silver, gold-plated heart and bow motif
Category
20th Century American Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$308 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Valentino Faux Pearl, Glass and Rhinestone Starfish Runway Pin / Brooch
By Valentino
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous vintage runway Valentino marked starfish pin is adorned with 5 faux pearls and
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1980s Italian Modern Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Pearl, Base Metal
14 Karat White Filigree Gold Diamond and Synthetic Sapphire Brooch / Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Filigree Diamond and Synthetic Sapphire Brooch/Pin-
This stunning
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Boucheron 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Bird Brooch Pin, 1960s
By Boucheron
Located in Zurich, CH
Adorable 18 karat yellow gold and ruby bird brooch pin by renowned French jewelry house Boucheron
Category
1960s French Modern Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kenneth Jay Lane Vintage Elephant Pearl and Enamel Gold Brooch Pin
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE VINTAGE Kenneth Jay Lane Elephant brooch pin in excellent condition. Gold elephant shape with
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1980s Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Gold Festive Holiday Wreath Round Pin Brooch, Green and Red Crystals
Located in Milford, DE
A festive pin brooch, featuring a gold-plated wreath decorated with a red-crystal bow and green
Category
20th Century American Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
$156 Sale Price
20% Off
Tara Golden Scarab Cabochon Cluster Clip in Earrings and Pin Brooch
By Delizza
Elster
Located in Milford, DE
A colorful pin brooch and clip-on earring set by Tara, a mid-1900s costume jewelry designer. Each
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20th Century Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Gold Plate
$292 Sale Price
20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral and Turquoise Brooch / Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral and Turquoise Brooch / Pin
This stunning floral
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20th Century Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Modernist Artisan Sterling Silver and Abalone Pin/Brooch, Mexico, circa 1970s
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist artisan sterling silver and abalone pin/brooch - very fluid, almost Art Nouveau feel
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Sterling Silver
Corocraft Sterling Silver Flower Pin Brooch with Clear and Amethyst Crystals
Located in Milford, DE
A vintage pin brooch from Corocraft, featuring a bouquet of amethyst-crystal flowers set in a
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1960s American Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
David Webb Vintage Diamond Floral Platinum 18K Brooch Pin and Pendant
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
This remarkably created David Webb vintage brooch pin and pendant was inspired by a floral motif
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1970s North American Retro Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage WEISS Signed Penguin Jelly Belly and Crystal Designer Brooch Pin
By Weiss
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Delightful Vintage Designer Jelly Belly and Crystal Signed WEISS Penguin Brooch
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
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Brooch Vintage Brooches And Pins For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of brooch vintage brooches and pins. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of brooch vintage brooches and pins bearing Retro or Modern hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany
Co., Cartier and Van Cleef
Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 608, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut brooch vintage brooches and pins and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of brooch vintage brooches and pins, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Brooch Vintage Brooches And Pins?
Prices for brooch vintage brooches and pins start at $50 and top out at $210,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,489.
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 Brooch Vintage Brooches and Pins
- Is a brooch a pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
- What is a brooch pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
- What are brooch pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To tell if a brooch is vintage, take a look at its fastener. Pieces made during the first half of the 20th century often had a long thin fastener that you push to open or close. This style of hardware is commonly known as a trombone clasp. Locking safety clasps emerged during the 1930s, and jewelers used them throughout the rest of the 20th century. You can also check brooches for a date stamp or research the maker's mark to determine who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the age. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or professional jeweler examine the piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of brooches from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify vintage brooches, look for the maker's marks. You can usually find them on the backs of brooches. Take a photo of the marking on your brooch, and then conduct a reverse image search to learn who the maker is. If you're unsuccessful, research the marks using trusted online resources or consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
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