Brooches Vintage Cabochon
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches
Diamond, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Amethyst, Garnet, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches
Coral, Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Mexican Modernist Brooches
Amethyst, Silver
Vintage 1960s Hong Kong Artisan Brooches
Jade, Pink Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Brooches
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Brooches
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Agate, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Onyx, 18k Gold
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Brooches
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1950s British Retro Brooches
Amethyst, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s British Retro Brooches
Amethyst, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Mexican Artisan Brooches
Amethyst, Silver
Mid-20th Century French Modern Brooches
Agate, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1990s French Brooches
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century American Dangle Earrings
Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry
Moonstone, Silver
Late 20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Pearl
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Drop Earrings
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Brooches
American Brooches
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Base Metal
20th Century French Brooches
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Vintage 1980s Modern Brooches
Gold Plate, Enamel
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Base Metal
20th Century French Brooches
Mid-20th Century Brooches
20th Century French Brooches
Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches
Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Brooches
20th Century British Modern Brooches
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Brooches
Pearl, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
20th Century North American Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Link Necklaces
Agate, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Brooches
20th Century French Brooches
20th Century Brooches
Jade, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Brooches Vintage Cabochon For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Brooches Vintage Cabochon?
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.
- 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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