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Yellow Gold Opal Wavy Line Brooch - 18k Inlay Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Clasp
Theme: Wavy Line
Measurements
Tall: 13/32" (10mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.64 Carat AGL Certified Ceylon Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: Platinum
Weight: 12.45 grams
Era: Art Deco
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany
Co Retro Leaf Brooch Pin 18K Gold Vintage
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Tiffany & Co Retro Leaf Brooch Pin 18K Gold Vintage
This authentic Tiffany and Co. brooch pin is
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pink and Yellow Diamond Gold Squirrel Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Delightful Squirrel Brooch, encrusted with Vivid dazzling Brilliant cut Natural
Category
Vintage 1980s European Modernist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow and Rose Gold
Diamond Scroll Shaped Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
scroll with a diamond in a starburst device to the center.
With a 10 karat pin and C pin catch to the
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Statement Butterfly Diamond Brooch Pin Ruby and Opal Center Stone in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Statement Butterfly Diamond Brooch Pin Ruby and Opal Center Stone in 925 Silver in sterling silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$435 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Ed Wiener NYC Modernist 14 Karat Gold and Pearl Brooch or Pin
By Ed Wiener
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine brooch by Ed Wiener.
Additional Details:
In 14k gold and set with cultured round white
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Brooches
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Carved Aztec Mayan Yellow and Green Gold Brooch Pin 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Carved Aztec Mayan Tribe Yellow and Green Gold Brooch Pin 18k Gold. The diameter is 35mm
Category
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Retro Rose Gold
Platinum 3.84ct Diamond and Ruby Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Overall Width: 43.2mm (1.7") (east to west - w/ the pin running horizontally)
Overall Height: 30.2mm (1.1
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany
Co. 18K Yellow Gold Lapis, and Pearl Sail Boat Brooch Pin
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 6.6 grams
Pin
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Floral Pin Brooch. This
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Genuine Natural Diamond and Ruby Violin Viola Brooch Pin
#J4846
Located in Big Bend, WI
18k White Gold Genuine Natural Diamond and Ruby Violin Viola Brooch Pin (#J4846)
18k white gold
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Iconic Lunch at the Ritz Kitty Cat Statement Brooch Pin and Earrings
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Montreal, QC
Kitty Cat Brooch and Earrings. The Crystal embellished Brooch features a Kitty Cat with a swinging tail
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Vintage Two Flower Crystal Pin Brooch in Smoky Gray and Green, Silver-Tone
Located in Milford, DE
crystals
This elegant vintage brooch features a floral design adorned with prong-set crystals in smoky
Category
20th Century American Retro Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Antique Ruby and 0.23 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Pig Pin Brooch Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold, platinum set pig pin brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collection.
This stunning, fine
Category
Vintage 1930s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14K Antique Russian No Heat Beryl, Onyx, and Old Mine Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This magnificent Russian Antique Beryl and Old Mine Onyx Brooch Pin is a remarkable example of the
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Green Beryl, Gold, 14k Gold, White ...
12.20 Carat Garnet and Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Jockey Cap Pin Brooch Circa 1860
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, 18k yellow gold and silver set, jockey cap pin brooch; part of our diverse Victorian jewelry
Category
Antique 1860s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Filigree Bar Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
throughout by artfully rendered filigree work. This Art Deco bar brooch features a hinged pin and a hook on
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Spider Brooch Pin South Sea Pearl 18mm and Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a voluminous Australian pearl of 18.2mm diameter. The pearl is untreated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold,...
Spider Brooch Pin with Golden Pearl 17mm and Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a Golden Pearl of 17mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It displays
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold,...
Orange Citrine
Diamond Pave and Ruby 18K Rose White Gold Animal Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 4.40x3.60x1.60cm
Color: 18K Rose Gold
Materials:
"1 Citrine 10.45 CT
32 White Diamonds 0.45 CT
241 Fancy Diamonds 2.70 CT
2 Ruby 0.07 CT 18KR 24.79 GM (WNTT)"
18K Gold &...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Mother of Pearl and Pearl Gambling Chip Tubular Design Gold Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch. Centering a securely Hand set MOP Gambling Chip, accented with Pearls. Beautifully Hand crafted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spider Brooch Pin 19mm South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a golden pearl of the very rare size of 19mm diameter. The pearl is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold,...
Dragonfly Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl 18mm and Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The dragonfly brooch features a voluminous Australian South Sea Pearl of 18mm diameter. The pearl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Crystal, Diamond, Sapphir...
Antique 14 Karat Gold and European Diamond Filigree Bar Pin Brooch .5 Carat
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique 14K White Gold and European Diamond Filigree Bar Pin Brooch
2 3/4 "" in length
Marked
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Pink and White Chariot Scene Cameo with 14K Yellow Handmade Frame Brooch Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Artfully designed handmade 14K yellow gold frame brooch houses a skillfully carved cameo depicting
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold
Antique 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Filigree Brooch Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique 14K White Gold Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Filigree Brooch Pin.
Lacy bow tie style
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Antique Georgian 22k Yellow Gold Tree Vine and Leaf Motif Pin Brooch with Box
Located in New York, NY
This antique Georgian brooch is a rare example of early goldsmithing artistry, crafted entirely
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Erwin Pearl 8.00 Carat Natural Diamonds and Red Spinel Brooch Pin 18 Karat
By Erwin Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Erwin Pearl
Handmade raised Brooch
6.00ct. diamonds & 2.00ct. natural red spinels
Diamonds: H-I
Category
2010s American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian Royal Kings Brown Enamel and Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
course of its history.
Pin Measurements:
Length: 1.25 inches
Condition: Excellent
Category
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Sword and Crescent Moon Diamond Pin Brooch 3.50 carat total in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Arabian Scimitar Sword and Crescent Moon Diamond Pin/ Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Arabian Scimitar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cascading Floral Bar Pin Brooch in 18K White Gold with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K white gold sapphire and diamond bar brooch with 58 pavé set round
Category
1990s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mauboussin Moonstone and Diamond Turtle Stick Pin / Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold
By Mauboussin
Located in London, England
A lovely little moonstone and diamond stick pin set in 18k yellow gold, signed Mauboussin.
The
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Micro Mosaic Victorian Brooch - 14k Roman Architecture Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Note: note cracks in blue glass and missing pieces
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and C
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Boy Child and Goose Figural Diamond White Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Whimsical 18k white gold brooch featuring a Dutch boy playing with a goose.
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Austrian Multi Color Glass Crystal Cluster and Faux Pearl Pin Brooch in Gold
Located in Milford, DE
A sparkling vintage brooch, featuring Austrian glass crystals and faux pearls in an open-center
Category
20th Century Austrian Brooches
Materials
Crystal
$128 Sale Price
20% Off
Diamond
Green Emerald and Black Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
brooch, masterfully hand in 14k white gold. Frosted with shimmering diamonds, on each side features
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Austrian Amber and Topaz Colored Crystal Vintage Brooch Pin in Silver, Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant pin featuring a large centerpiece topaz-colored, open foiled-back crystal, prong-set in
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Yellow Gold Ruby Wreath Brooch - 18k Round .98ctw Circle Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
): .98ctw
Cut: Round
Color: Pinkish Red
Total Carats: .98ctw
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera Brooch Pin Leda and the Swan diamond ruby 18k Yellow gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here we have a Carrera y Carrera "Leda and the Swan" brooch with many white VS diamonds, rubies
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$22,000 Sale Price
20% Off
18K Yellow Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond and Blue-Green Enamel Bumblebee Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting 18K yellow gold bumblebee brooch pin offers a captivating glimpse into the majestic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Oscar de la Renta Gold Calla Lily in Green and White Enamel, Pin Brooch
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milford, DE
Flower chic pin brooch by Oscar de la Renta. A white and green enamel calla lily in gold.
Gold
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
14K White Gold Filigree Simulated Sapphire
Diamond Brooch/Pin #17099
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Filigree Simulated Sapphire and Diamond Brooch/Pin
This stunning brooch features
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pave RBC Diamond Articulating Bicycle Gold Statement Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Featuring a Diamond Bicycle with Articulating Wheels and Pedal Gold Brooch Pin
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Blooming Flower Yellow and White Enamel Pin Brooch in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A blooming flower pin brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane! Vibrant yellow and white painted enamel petals on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
$256 Sale Price
20% Off
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Blooming Flower Blue and White Enamel Pin Brooch in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A blooming flower pin brooch by Kenneth Jay Lane! Vibrant blue, teal, and white painted enamel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
$256 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Cherub Cupid Angel Swing Brooch Pin Silver Grape Leaves
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and wonderful Victorian brooch pin with a Winged Cherub, Cupid or Angel on a
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Silver
Art Nouveau 5 Carat Round Citrine Enamel and Pearl Gold Vintage Jabot Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch. C1905. Beautifully Hand-crafted in 22K Yellow Gold. Measuring approx. 2.2`` long. More
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel
Heidi Daus "My Cup of Tea" Pave Clear and Blue Crystal Teapot Pin Brooch
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
A whimsical pin brooch, featuring a teapot decorated with clear and blue pave crystals, along with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Crystal
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
HAR Crystal and Cream Enamel Flower Pin Brooch, Hargo Creations New York, 1960s
By Hargo Creations
Located in Milford, DE
A blooming flower with a pave crystal center and petals painted in light yellow enamel.
Gold plated.
Marks / Hallmarks: HAR
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
$172 Sale Price
20% Off
Grape Pin Brooch in Gold with Demantoid Green Garnet and Fresh Water Pearls
Located in Berkeley, CA
Natural white pearls play the part of white grapes that elegantly hang below golden leaves with six demantoid green garnets. The textured leaves have little lines that add an intrica...
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 2 1/3ct Diamond, Sapphire, and Emerald Sculpted Petal Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Emanate an aura of elegance and sophistication with this stunning 18K yellow gold brooch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Filigree, Diamond Synthetic Sapphire Brooch / Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Filigree Synthetic Sapphire and Diamond Brooch/Pin
This elegant brooch
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Old Mine Cut Diamond Filigree Bar Pin Brooch Platinum and 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Exquisite vintage bar pin with dazzling diamond details. This gorgeous pin will elevate any look
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Gold Brooch Pin Circa early 1900
s Art Nouveau Enamel Girl and Flowers 14 Karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Enamel Brooch pin
Girl and Flowers Design
14k Yellow Gold approx 4.8 grams
Circa early
Category
Antique Early 1900s Brooches
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Tiffany
Co. Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Heart Brooch Pin
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Heart Brooch Pin
Celebrate love and artistry
Category
Late 20th Century Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pin - 14k Round Brilliant .26ctw Spring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brilliant
Color: G - H
Clarity: VS2 - SI1
Total Carats: .26ctw
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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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