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Vintage 18 Karat Gold Enamel Two Parrot Bird On A Branch Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage pin brooch depicting two parrots sitting on a branch. It is crafted in 18K gold
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Vintage LUNCH AT THE RITZ Signed Multi Charm Weekend Getaway Brooch Pin
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Vintage Lunch at the Ritz Multi Charm Weekend Getaway Brooch. Featuring an Airplane
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooches
Vintage Emis Beros 18k Gold Emerald
Diamond Enamel Large Frog Toad Pin Brooch
By Emis
Located in Montclair, NJ
") (east to west with the pin running vertically)
Overall Height: 65.7mm (2.5") (north to south with the
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Russian Lacquered Painted Signed Vintage Round Pin Brooch Early to Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A masterfully painted wooden vintage Russian Lacquered pin featuring a colorful bouquet of flowers
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Art Deco Brooches
$224 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Carved Coral and Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Hand carved Coral Cameo and Seed Pearl Brooch Pendant. Featuring of a Female
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany
Co. Hummingbird Diamond Brooch Pin in Platinum
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Hummingbird Diamond Pin Brooch
Style: Vintage Pin / Brooch
Metal: Platinum PT950
Category
1990s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18k Solid Gold Multi Color Enamel Toucan Parrot Bird Large Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
(1.4") (when pin is running horizontally)
Overall Width: 72.4mm (2.8") (when pin is running
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Tiffany
Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sapphire Leaf Brooch/Pin #21564
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sapphire Leaf Brooch/Pin
This exquisite brooch by Tiffany
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Turquoise Ruby Vintage Bee Brooch -Yellow Gold 18k Rd .80ctw Pin
By Cartier
Located in Greensboro, NC
mark, copyright symbol
This vintage designer brooch is accompanied by its iconic red Cartier
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl Art Deco Floral Pendant/Pin/Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Milford, DE
Art deco pearls adorn this 14K gold triangular brooch/pendant decorated with floral motifs. Can be
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
Pair of Vintage Dancing Ballerina and Danseur Brooch Pins 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This charming set of two brooches features a ballerina and danseur caught mid-movement, crafted in
Category
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mid Century 18k White Gold 17.50ctw Large Fiery Diamond Spray Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Pin Brooch.
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Floral Motif Clear Crystal Brooch Pin, Rhodium Plated, Circa Mid 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A sparkling floral-themed pin with clear faceted crystals prong set in a rhodium-plated setting
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Rhodium
Vintage Yellow Gold Green Jade Open Work Detail Pin Brooch or Slide Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 27.9mm (1.10")
Overall Height: 32.5mm (1.27")
Thickness: 10.41mm (not including pin)
Bail Dimensions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Well Made 14k Yellow Gold Polished Finish Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Pin Back w/ Swivel Closure
Condition: Vintage. Shows some light wear. Original finish and patina
Category
20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Sterling Silver Love at First Spike Vintage Heirloom Estate Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Fine Dramatic Mid Century Modern Original Brooch of dynamic Minimalist beauty, "Love at First Spike
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
$525 Sale Price
24% Off
Vintage Revisit 0.30ct Natural Ruby Diamond Brooch Pin 3D Still Life 12552
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
0.30ct natural round rubies
vivid reds / clean clarity and transparent
18kt yellow gold 12 grams
44mm x 22mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Pink Stone with Diamante in Gold Tone Lapel Pin Brooch, circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pink Stone with Diamante in Gold Tone Lapel Pin Brooch Circa 1990s. A fun and chic stick
Category
1990s American Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
Coro Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Flower Brooch Pin
By Coro
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Coro Sterling Silver Gold Plated Flower Brooch Pin
This is a beautiful sterling silver and
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1960s Vintage 18 Karat Gold 0.51 Carat Diamond Red Enamel Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an amazing floral pin brooch. Circa 1960.
The piece is crafted in 18K gold and 850
Category
20th Century Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Vintage Style Victorian Opal Ruby Stone Diamond Owl Brooch Unisex 925 Silver Pin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Victorian Style Opal Ruby Stone Diamond Owl Brooch Silver Unisex Pin in sterling silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$207 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Vintage Retro 10k Rose
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Floral Frame Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Thickness: 7.10mm (approx. - not including pin)
Condition: Shows light surface wear, original finish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany
Co. 1950-1960
s 18k Yellow Gold Textured Leaf Pin Brooch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 32.2mm (1.2")
Thickness: 18.2mm Not Including The Pin
Backing: Pin w/ Rotating Closure
Stamp: Tiffany
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Floral 0.50 Carat Ruby Dust Design on Leafs Brooch Pin 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Floral 0.50 Carat Ruby Brooch Pin 18k Gold. This brooch really speaks for itself with the
Category
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Bros Onyx Dia Ruby Vintage Penguin Brooch - Yellow Gold 18k .35ctw Pin
By Hammeran Brothes
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Hammerman Brothers
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Shell Art Deco Convertible Brooch/Pendant - 10k 10k Cameo Vintage Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information
Natural Shell
Cut: Carved Cameo
Size: 22.9mm x 17.7mm
Style: Convertible Brooch/Pendant
Fastening
Category
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Materials
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Vintage Designer Tiffany
Co. 14 Karat Gold Folded Wire Brooch Pin
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
For sale is a designer estate Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold folded wire brooch!
It measures 1-3/8
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid Yellow Gold Pietra Dura Inlaid Floral Work Pearl Halo Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 37.9mm (1.4")(at the oval frame)(when pin is running horizontally)
Overall Width: 44.8mm (1.7")(when pin
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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
Walter Lampl Blue Zircon Vintage Wreath Brooch Yellow Gold 14k Rnd 1.92ctw Pin
By Walter Lampl
Located in Greensboro, NC
Zircons
Carat(s): 1.92ctw
Cut: Round
Total Carats: 1.92ctw
Style: Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 0.45ctw Diamond Blue Enamel Work Royal Crown Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Work
Total Weight: 16.14 Grams
Backing: Pin w/ Rotating Closure & Enhancer Bail to Hand Things From
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Schanfein
Tamis 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Swan Brooch Pin 1.70ctw G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A wonderfully made vintage stylized swan brooch done by Schanfein
Tamis in deep 18K yellow
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Rose Gold
Platinum 3.84ct Diamond and Ruby Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
)
Backing: Pin Back w/ Hook Closure
Condition: Vintage, Retro. All original finish. Some diamonds on the
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Multi-Stone Yellow Gold Heart Moon Horse Carriage Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 7.4 Grams
Stone (2-4.5 mm): Sapphire, Ruby, Moonstone
Measurements: 55.7 x 35.5 mm
Hallmark: 14K
Item #: BR-942-042023-02
Category
Vintage 1940s Brooches
Materials
Moonstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,796 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage 14k Enamel Owl Brooch Pin Figural Solid Yellow Gold Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Greer, SC
Fabulous vintage owl brooch, featuring vibrant green and blue enamel set in solid 14k yellow gold
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Large Vintage 18k Gold GIA Carved Oxblood Coral Rose Flower Detailed Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large and very well-made vintage pin brooch was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Brooch/Pin
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite vintage brooch is crafted in 18 karat white gold and features a stunning interplay
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1960s Coro Apple Pink Green Blue Gold Novelty Rhinestone Vintage 60s Brooch Pin
By Coro
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic CORO signed pink, blue and green rhinestone gold apple novelty brooch pin ! Features pastel
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Vintage 1984 Tiffany
Co. Tulip Brooch / Pin in Polished 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage Tiffany & Co. tulip brooch is a true work of art. The brooch is crafted from 18 karat
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold Polished Black Onyx .30ctw Diamonds Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super cute vintage pin/brooch was crafted in solid 18k white gold. It features an adorable bow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
70s Art Deco Round Crystal Pin, Vintage Silver-Tone Brooch, Prong Set, Clear
Located in Milford, DE
-inspired brooch from the 1970s. This round pin showcases a dazzling array of clear crystals, round and
Category
20th Century North American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Crystal
Vintage 1950s Retro Gold Brooch Pin CAT Natural Diamond Sapphire Enamel Kitten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage 18k yellow gold cat weighing 23.92 grams. Contains 4 diamonds and 1 sapphire as well as
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Solid Gold Diamond Green Enamel Spray Flower Multi Layer Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
horizontally)
Thickness: 10.8mm (not including the pin)
Condition: Vintage. Shows some light wear. Original
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Ruby Emerald
Diamond Strawberry Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly magnificent vintage brooch that is very well crafted in solid yellow gold and platinum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k Gold
Silver Spinel Sapphire Diamond Gemmed Fly on Leaf Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Overall Height: 41.6mm (1.6") (when pin is running vertically)
Overall Width: 30.5mm (1.2")
Backing: Pin w
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Retro Vintage European 18k Gold Platinum 1.3ct Diamond Bead Open Work Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous retro vintage European brooch that was crafted from solid 18k gold and
Category
Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
White Gold Simulated Emerald Art Deco Bar Brooch -10k Marq Vintage Filigree Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Emerald
Cut: Marquise
Color: Green
Style: Bar Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged Pin with Locking C-Clasp
Category
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Materials
Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Gold 0.40ctw Sapphire Open Work Bee Fly Insect Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
west - wing to wing)
Overall Height: 19.3mm (0.76")
Thickness: 5.7mm
Backing: Pin w/ Rotating Closure
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Brooch - 10k Single Cut Vintage Floral Filigree Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information
Natural Diamond
Carat(s): .04ct
Cut: Single
Color: G
Clarity: SI2
Style: Brooch
Category
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Red Carpet Carved Coral Engraved 2-Tone Gold Bezel Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Antique Hand Carved Coral Cameo Brooch Pendant. Featuring the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 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
Chic 1960s Mint + Lime Green Beaded Flower Lucite Vintage 60s Brooch Pin Mod
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s mint and lime beaded lucite flower brooch pin ! Features mint green petals with lime
Category
Vintage 1960s 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
Vintage Detailed Textured 18k Gold Yellow Enamel Wise Owl on Branch Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful vintage pin brooch was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and features an incredibly
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Brooch 14k Single Cut Vintage Filigree Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamond
Carat(s): .04ct
Cut: Single
Color: I
Clarity: SI2
Style: Solitaire Brooch
Fastening Type: Hinged
Category
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Large Vintage 14k Akoya Pearl
Diamond Brooch Pin Floral Spray Solid White Gold
Located in Greer, SC
"Lady's pearl and diamond brooch is made in 14 karat white gold, not stamped or marked, weighs 13.6
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Gold 0.60ctw Pave Diamond Pink Topaz
Black Onyx Large Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a simply marvelous vintage pin brooch crafted from solid 14k yellow gold. It
Category
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage Brooch Pin For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage brooch pin you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 864 vintage or 65 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage brooch pin may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A vintage brooch pin from Chanel, Tiffany
Co. and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage brooch pin can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 174, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping for a vintage brooch pin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Vintage Brooch Pin?
Prices for a vintage brooch pin can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $35 and can go as high as $49,999, while this accessory, on average, fetches $813.
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 Vintage Brooch Pin
- 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.
- 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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