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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
Category
Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches
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
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14K Yellow and Rose Gold Amethyst, Diamond and Ruby Butterfly Brooch/Pin #23323
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow and Rose Gold Amethyst, Diamond and Ruby Butterfly Brooch/Pin-
This striking butterfly
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Materials
Coral, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Mario Buccellati Diamond
Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
A Rare and Collectible Masterpiece
Presenting
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
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
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k 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
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brooch with Sapphires and Diamonds Stick Pin Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The brooch with sapphires and diamonds stick pin features a smooth, rounded, comma-like design pavé
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Lapis Lazuli and enamel croquet brooch, tie pin, 15k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
.
It is a versatile piece that could be worn a multitude of ways from a tie pin to a brooch so would
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$546 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 0.32 Carat Diamond and 9 Carat Yellow Gold Bird Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pin brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Gold, Green Tourmaline, and Diamond Leaf Brooch Pin, Hamilton Private Reserve
Located in Princeton, NJ
An exceedingly beautiful 18 karat yellow gold, green tourmaline, and diamond leaf pin by Hamilton
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-War Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k 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
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, 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
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pin/Brooch Open Floral Inspired and Set With Seed Pearls and Amethysts
Located in valatie, NY
Victorian Solid 10K Pin/Brooch Open Floral Inspired and Set With Seed Pearls and Amethysts. The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold
Seahorse Brooch Pin Diamonds and Tahitian Pearl Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The seahorse brooch pin with diamonds features a sculptural body with tinted New Zealand paua shell
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Black Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro 18K Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire and Diamond Bee Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro 18K Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire and Diamond Bee Pin Brooch. This incredible
Category
Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 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
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
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
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin Center Sapphire and Surrounding Diamonds
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin Center Sapphire and Surrounding Diamonds
0.50 total diamond weight
Category
2010s Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
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
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Pearls Circle Wreath Brooch 14k Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Cultured Pearls
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
$156 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Galloping Horse Pin/Brooch 18K Yellow/White Gold
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Gold Horse Tail & Pin
Gram Weight: 12.78 Grams
Pin Height:24 mm
Pin Width: 40
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Cornucopia Brooch Pin with Diamonds and Sapphires Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The cornucopia brooch features a spray of faceted sapphires of fiery color and crystalline texture
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, White ...
Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Butterfly Pin Brooch, Green and Blue Enamel
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish butterfly pin brooch from Kenneth Jay Lane. This golden critter is painted with emerald
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
$240 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold
Silver Old Cut Diamond Openwork Stomacher Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
with yellow gold hinged pin and C-shaped catch. The brooch is in good condition, there are some small
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$17,745 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Victorian 3.47Ct Diamond and 9k Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch/Hair Pin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, silver set crescent brooch/hair pin - boxed; part of our diverse antique diamond crescent brooches
Category
Antique 1890s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
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
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
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
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
$292 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Nouveau Orchid Gold and Pearl Vintage Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Art Nouveau Gold Orchid Vintage Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in rich 22K
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
LIA Golden Christmas Tree Pin and Brooch, Clear Baguette Crystal Ornaments
Located in Milford, DE
Festive Christmas tree pin brooch, featuring a textured golden evergreen fir tree decorated with
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Crystal
$96 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage 14 Karat Necklace Pin Brooch Diamonds and Ruby circa 1900
s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
14k Gold Brooch
about over 100 years old
Vantage beautiful Brooch Pin
New Addition to the piece
Category
Early 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Category
Vintage 1960s American Retro Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Jay Strongwater Disney
s Beauty and the Beast Baroque Romance Pin Brooch
By Jay Strongwater
Located in Milford, DE
Stunning pin brooch from Jay Strongwater, painted with green and red enamel and accented with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
$132 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Bow Brooch Pin with Diamonds and Ruby Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and ruby bow brooch features a bow design set with round diamonds en pavé (5.80 carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turtle Brooch Pin with Emeralds and Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The turtle brooch with emeralds and diamonds features a three-dimensional carapace decorated with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turtle Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The turtle brooch features a carapace decorated with tinted New Zealand paua shell (abalone) topped
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond, Black Onyx and Green Emerald Bumble Bee Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Diamond, Black Onyx with Emerald Eyes Brooch Pin. Hand set with 0.30tcw
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brooch Multicolor Sapphire and Diamond Stick Pin Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The brooch with sapphires and diamonds features a smooth, rounded, comma-like design pavé-set with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Burst Swirl Pin Brooch with Citrine and Seed Pearls 5.28g V1180
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Vintage Burst Swirl Pin Brooch with Citrine and Seed Pearls 5.28g
♥ The item measures 31.4mm in
Category
2010s American Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Citrine
Van Cleef
Arpels 18K Yellow Gold and Wood Vintage Oval Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
Van Cleef & Arpels
Title:
This vintage and estate Van Cleef & Arpels pin brooch is a
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
7.50ct Diamond and 15mm Pearl 18K White Gold Vintage Floral Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Title:
This elegant vintage and estate pin brooch is crafted in luxurious 18 karat white gold and
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2003 Tiffany
Co. 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Leaf Brooch/Pin #23730
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Leaf Brooch/Pin-
Elegant and timeless, this Tiffany & Co
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold and Blue Enamel Diamond and Pink Sapphire Fish Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Fish Brooch Pin, crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and adorned with Blue Enamel, is a true symbol of elegance
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Spider Brooch Pin with Pearl and Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a large South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Crystal, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold,...
Multi-color Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pin in 14K Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Experience vibrant beauty with this whimsical butterfly brooch adorned with a stunning array of
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver, Amethyst And Citrine Flower Pin Or Brooch Hallmarked
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely hallmarked flower pin or brooch is signed Sterling and AE. Most likely Mexican from the
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Modern Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Sterling Silver
$476 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Floral Cluster Crystal Brooch Pin, Peridot and Citrine Crystal, Retro
Located in Milford, DE
this vintage floral brooch, featuring a radiant cluster of marquise and round-cut crystals. Set in a
Category
20th Century North American Retro Brooches
Materials
Crystal
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Accent and Blue Sapphire Giraffe Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegance meets whimsical luxury with this exquisite 18 Karat Yellow Hold giraffe brooch, a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Pearl and Sterling Silver Brooch or Pin
By Mikimoto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage Mikimoto Akoya cultured pearl and sterling silver brooch or pin.
With
Category
20th Century Japanese Modern Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Elegant French Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Onyx Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A superb and stylish Art Deco diamond and Onyx bar pin brooch featuring a center diamond
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
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Brooches And Pins For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an expansive variety of brooches and pins available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1458 vintage editions and 228 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Pieces in our collection of brooches and pins made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Tiffany
Co., Cartier and Van Cleef
Arpels produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 789 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut brooches and pins and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and old european cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of brooches and pins, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Brooches And Pins?
Prices for brooches and pins can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $50 and can go as high as $100,600, while brooches and pins, on average, fetch $2,288.
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 Brooches And Pins
- 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.
- 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 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.
- What is a flower pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A flower pin is a decorative piece of ornament that is usually worn on a suit. It is positioned on the left lapel. A flower pin is attached to the garment either by sliding it into a slot on the lapel or with a metal wire secured to the back of the pin. Shop for a range of antique and vintage flower pins on 1stDibs.
- What is a circle pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A circle pin is a classic piece of jewelry that was popular in the 1950’s and 60’s, often fashioned to a cardigan or blouse. Circle pins were known to have different meanings depending on where they were worn and the style of the pin. Some pin styles and placements conveyed one’s undying love for another. Shop circle pins on 1stDibs.
- What is a twist pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Twist pin is a corkscrew shaped pin that can be used for a variety of household purposes such as to keep slipcovers and arm covers in place, secure mattresses and attaching sheets and blankets to the mattress. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique twist pins.
- What is a mourning pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021It's not uncommon for people to wear jewelry that represents their loved ones. Wearing a mourning pin shows an emotional connection with someone who has passed away and can help you grieve in a way that feels appropriate and respectful.
- What is a safety pin dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original safety pin dress was a Versace creation famously worn by actress Elizabeth Hurley in 1994. Since then, Versace has made many other designs featuring safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace safety pin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a safety pin symbolizes is largely a matter of personal opinion. In recent years, the pin has come to symbolize support for the rights of marginalized people. Historically, people associated safety pins with babies and motherhood because of the pins used to hold cloth diapers in place. Shop a collection of safety pin jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What are juggling pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Juggling pins are called clubs by jugglers themselves, and can be called pins or batons by the layman. Juggling dates back to nearly 2000 BC, with evidence of forms of juggling being found in Egypt, the Pacific Islands and even in the Aztec Empire-era in Mexico. Find an assortment of clubs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a hat pin used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A hat pin is a pin that can be used to secure your hat to your head. It is usually done so through the hair. They are often 6 to 8 inches long and have a decorative head.
- What is a tie pin called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tie pin can go by various names including tie clip, tie slide, tie bar, or tie clasp. No matter what you call it, the purpose is the same—it attaches the tie to the shirt front, preventing it from moving around and keeping the wearer’s look sleek and smooth. Shop a collection of vintage and new tie pins from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What are fancy pins called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Fancy pins can also be called lapel pins or enamel pins. The metal is molded in an ornate design, and soft enamel is added, sometimes by hand, to create the desired look. You’ll find a variety of lapel pins and enamel pins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a paste brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A paste brooch will feature hand-cut polished glass. The paste glass is usually polished with metal until it is smooth and shines like a gemstone. A paste brooch is made of such glass and became popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds. Find a variety of paste brooches on 1stDibs.
- What is a golden brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A golden brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry designed with a hinged pin and catch that is fastened to clothing. It is a piece of ornament usually made of metal, often silver or gold. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooches.
- What is a bar brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bar brooch is a type of pin brooch. It is horizontal and elongated and comes in all shapes and sizes. Bar brooches are popular due to their ease of fastening. The pin of the brooch hooks through a looped fastening, once the brooch is attached to the wearer's lapel. Find a collection of antique and vintage brooches on 1stDibs.
- What are the types of brooches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024There are many types of brooches. Originating from Scotland, Luckenbooth brooches feature a single heart or two interlocking hearts and are common romantic gifts. Bar brooches have a long, slender design similar to tie bars. En tremblant brooches typically feature floral forms connected by wires that allow them to sway or tremble as the wearer moves. Popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Aigrette brooches show off sweeping forms that resemble feathers. Cameo brooches have an oval or circular shape and flaunt a raised relief, usually depicting a person. Shop a large collection of brooches on 1stDibs.
- What is a navette brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A navette brooch is a brooch that features a gemstone in a Marquise cut. Its sides gently curve and meet at points on either end. Shop a variety of gemstone brooches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What were brooches used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Brooches are used as fastenings to secure a cloak, shawl or scarf. Decorative brooches also let wearers accessorize and personalize their ensemble. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary brooches from some of the top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- How do I wear a vintage tie pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wear a vintage tie pin, position the pin between the third and fourth buttons of your shirt. Then, slip the pin through both layers of the tie. Finally, secure the backing. Find a range of vintage tie pins on 1stDibs.
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