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Handcraft Flower 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Sapphires Diamonds Pearl Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow and white gold brooch. Flower handmade by our craftsmen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1870 Flower Brooch Rose Diamond Oriental Pearls 14 Karat Red Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This exquisite flower brooch is designed as a flower stalk with a flower in full bloom, two flower
Category

Antique 1870s European Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold

ART NOUVEAU 1900 Enameled Flowers Pin Brooch in 10Kt Gold Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Art nouveau enameled flower brooch. This is a beautiful loving brooch, created in
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 1900 Edwardian Enamel Orchid Flower Brooch In 14Kt Gold and Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
this brooch is impeccable. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The pearl is
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Gold Iridescent Enamel Flower Nat. Pearl Art Nouveau Brooch, c. 1895
Located in Aspen, CO
executed, this five petal blossom centers a white natural pearl measuring approximately 4 mm. This flower
Category

Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Sapphire and Pearl Flower Brooch, Boxed, 15k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
single flower in rich textured 15kt gold set with a tiny creamy white seed pearl. Rich in Art Nouveau
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Seed Pearl and Diamond Enameled Flower Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This charming vintage flower pin is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with delicate enameled petals
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Baroque Pearl Flower Fur Clip Brooch c. 1960s
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold diamond baroque pearl flower brooch set with 162 round cut diamonds 9 marquise cut
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone faux pearls rhinestone flower designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

14K Gold Gemstones Flower’s Basket Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14K yellow gold gemstones and pearls flower’s basket brooch. It depicts a large basket
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Clématite Flower Diamond Grey Mother of Pearl Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Clématite Flower Diamond Gray Mother Of Pearl Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels. This
Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Hedges Co. Art Nouveau Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Flower Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional flower featuring painted matte enamel petals Opaque blue, yellow, and
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1980 s Craiger Drake 11.00 Carat Diamonds Pearl Gold Flower Brooch Pin
By Craiger Drake
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite piece from Craiger Drake designer is finely crafted in solid 18K white gold. It is
Category

Late 20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Floral Art Nouveau 2.67g Flower Leaf Brooch
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Offered for sale is an original antique floral brooch crafted in solid 14-karat yellow gold and set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flower Basket Diamond Sapphire Emerald Pearl Two Color Gold 14K Brooch Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This charming little flower basket is filled with flowers set with 7 diamonds ranging from 0.05 to
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage flower gold silver tone pearl glass designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin 18k Yellow gold
Category

2010s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Sarah Coventry Silver Tone Faux Pearl Swirl Flower Brooch, 1960s
Located in Milford, DE
This vintage Sarah Coventry brooch showcases a dynamic swirling flower design centered with a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gold

Vintage gold tone flower basket enamel pearls rhinestones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel and fur pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer
Category

20th Century Brooches

Vintage gold tone faux pearl flower possible HASKELL designer brooch
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass pearls • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Category

20th Century Brooches

Vintage Cultured Pearl 750/18K Gold Flower Brooch, E.U., Circa 1980 s
Located in Chatham, CA
Fine vintage cultured pearl and 750 / 18K yellow gold flower brooch - hand made - featuring a
Category

Late 20th Century European Modernist Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian/Early Victorian Flower Brooch, Diamonds, Pearl, Hand Made
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
diamonds is 1.70 carats. The center of the brooch is set with single 6mm natural pearl with beautiful
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Ambrosi Diamond Mother-of-pearl Flower Brooch
By Ambrosi
Located in New York, NY
This mysterious double pinstem De Ambrosi Brooch, made in Italy in the Contemporary Era, circa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Ambrosi Diamond Mother-of-pearl Two-Flower Brooch
By Ambrosi
Located in New York, NY
The Ambrosi Diamond Mother-of-pearl Two-Flower Brooch is a captivating piece created by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Baroque Pearl Flower and Moon Motif Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Lapel Pin. With its whimsical flower and crescent moon motif, meticulous enamel work, and luminous
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Certified Bright Apple Green Jade, Pearls Diamond Flower Bouquet Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Its a piece of fine jewelry that stands out! The brooch is set in 18k white gold. There are 7 pieces
Category

2010s Hong Kong Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst Peridot Pearl Flower on The Moon Vintage Style Brooch in 9k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
overall design are round pearls embraced by gold leaf and ribbon frames. CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9k Gold Seed Pearl Crescent Brooch with Flower, U.K., circa 1900
Located in Chatham, CA
Antique 9K yellow gold and seed pearl crescent brooch with flower - small size - set with 2 natural
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold

18K Diamond, Enamel and Pearl Rose Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This 18K Diamond, Enamel and Pearl Rose Flower Brooch is a stunning piece of jewelry. Made with 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Flower Basket Brooch of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
the brooch. Materials: 10k gold, Diamond, Pearl.
Category

20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold

Mother of Pearl Flower Brooch with Diamonds in 18K White Gold and Black Rhodium
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning flower brooch features delicate petals crafted from lustrous mother of pearl, set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

1960s Gold Tone Flower Brooch with Faux Pearl and Rhinestone Center
Located in Milford, DE
elegant botanical motif and radiant gold-tone finish. Designed in the shape of a stylized flower, the
Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Brooches

Bug on A Flower Bouquet Pearl Diamond Brooch /Pin 14 Kt Yellow Gold 17.5 Gm
Located in New York, NY
Bug on A Flower Bouquet with Pearl, Diamond & Sapphire Brooch /Pin 14 Kt Yellow Gold 17.5 Gm
Category

Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique flower shape brooch with natural pearls with sapphire ruby butterfly
Located in Chorzów, PL
Gold and silver flower-shaped brooch with natural pearls and a sapphire-ruby butterfly Origin
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Round Pearl Crystals Flower Brooch Pin Gold
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
brooch. Safety-catch pin closure. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Faux pearl. Size: 2.4 cm x
Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage gold tone molded flower faux pearl crown designer brooch pendant
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with molded glass and faux pearls • vintage designer brooch
Category

20th Century Brooches

Crown Trifari 1950s Gold Blossom White Pearls Flower Fruit Leaf Openwork Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Blossom White Pearls Flower Fruit Leaf Openwork Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

18k White Gold South Sea Pearl w/ 2.48ct White Black Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a beautiful brooch that was crafted from solid 18k white gold featuring an elegant
Category

Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS Nerval Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Yellow Gold Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels brooch from the classic Nerval collection features a flower design
Category

1990s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Oscar de la Renta Dangling Pearl Vine Flower Pin Brooch in Gold
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish Oscar de la Renta pin brooch, featuring branches of flowing flowers, accented with
Category

2010s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

TRIFARI crown signed gold plated faux pearls rhinestones flower designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI crown • gold plated with faux pearls and rhinestones • vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Marcel Boucher Vintage Large White Pearl Orchid Flourish Flower Leaf Gold Brooch
By Marcel Boucher
Located in Wokingham, England
Marcel Boucher Vintage Large 1950s White Round Pearl Orchid Flourish Flower Leaf Chunky Brooch
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

French 18 Karat Enamel, Pearl, Coral, Maltese Cross Flower Brooch Pendant
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This extraordinary French Enamel Pearl Coral Maltese Cross Flower Brooch is remarkable. The piece
Category

Vintage 1970s French Aesthetic Movement Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 White Round Pearl Flourish Flower Leaf Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1964 Vintage Large White Round Circle Pearl Flourish Blossom Flower Leaf
Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Diamond Ruby Pearl Brooch Pin Flower Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond flower brooch features 5 black onyx petals each set with an oval cut faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Wh...

Chanel Vintage 1988 Long Trio Camélia Flower White Pearl Pearls Chunky Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Very light scratches on faux pearls, barely noticeable
Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

3.44 Carat Sapphire 2.20 Carat Emeralds 1.27 Carat Diamonds Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in BARI, IT
This is a wonderful flower brooch, handmade in Italy. It is realized in white gold with diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 24k Gold

Vintage BSK signed gold pearl turquoise pink glass flower earrings brooch set
By BSK
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed BSK • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch and earrings set
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Gold

18 Kt Gold Flower Brooch with Big Pearl 16.5 mm, Daou Design, Estate Sultan Oman
By Daou
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Gold Flower Brooch with Big Pearl 16.5 mm, Daou Design, Estate Sultan of Oman Qaboos Bin Said
Category

20th Century British Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel Flower Brooch of 14K Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
. Crafted in 14k gold circa 1900–1915, this exquisite piece features a finely detailed iris flower rendered
Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Enamel Flower Pendant Brooch of 15ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
overflowing with enameled flowers, delicately accented with natural pearls, a deep blue sapphire, and a bright
Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Enamel Iris Flower Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Delicate and symbolic, this antique brooch (circa 1910) depicts a finely crafted iris in 14k gold
Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Huge Pearl Gold Double Layer Flower White Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Huge Large Double Layer Flower White Pearl Elegant Chunky
Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Victorian Pearl and Diamond Flower Head, Snake Brooch. Circa 1890–1910
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Pearl and Diamond Snake Brooch. Victorian Serpent Brooch Circa. 890–1910 This exquisite
Category

Antique 1890s European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage ART signed gold tone faux pearl coral flower designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ART • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Antique Enamel Flower Pendant or Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
-1910) doubles as a brooch and features a flower adorned in iridescent peach enamel with a pearl accent
Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage White Pearl Flower Relief Rectangle Openwork Brooch
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Wokingham, England
. This is gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure. Material: Gold plated metal, Faux pearl
Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

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Gold Flower Pearls Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact gold flower pearls brooch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 206 antique edition and 45 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect gold flower pearls brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a gold flower pearls brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels and Ella Gafter are consistently popular. While most can agree that any gold flower pearls brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 163 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and bead alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a gold flower pearls brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Gold Flower Pearls Brooch?

Prices for a gold flower pearls brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $75 and can go as high as $59,600, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,758.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 GucciVersaceDior 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.