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Vintage Signed Mazer Faux Citrine Crystal Sterling Retro Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This vintage signed sterling Mazer brooch was made in the 1940s. Its retro design has a citrine
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Brooches 1940s

1940s Brooche Antique Yellow Gold 18 Karat and Platinum Diamonds
Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
Great Combined brooch yellow gold 18 Karats and platinum weight 21 grs. Central diamond brilliant
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1940s Spanish Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1940s Signed Miriam Haskell Coral Glass Faux Pearl Floral Pin
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1940s signed Miriam Haskell brooch pin features an ornate floral design with coral
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

Retro Ruby Brooch in Yellow Gold 18k, Black Enamel, Estate Jewelry
Located in PARIS, FR
, totaling approximately 1.21 carat. The suspended parts are mobile. Brooch from the Retro period, 1940s
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1940s European Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Coro Vintage Horse Head Duette Fur Clip / Pin and Clip Earrings, 1940s
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic 1940s world famous duette pin by Coro. I have seen it with a gold wash, but I
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

Strong Design Three-Tone Gold Retro Double Clip with Diamonds and Rubies, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
highlighted by three bows with yellow gold curling ends, this 18K tri-colour gold double clip brooch from 1940
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Vintage 1940 s Green Carved Bakelite and Silver Plate Floral Brooch
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage circa 1940's carved green bakelite and silver plate pin or brooch. Carved floral round
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Silver Plate

1940s Vintage Omega Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Falling Brooch / Pin / Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Beautifully crafted, this impressive diamond and sapphire brooch features an omega small round
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Viking Inspired Bronze Broosch by Kalevala Koru, Finland 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Special vintage and Viking inspired oval bronze brooch by Kalevala Koru, Finland 1940s. Great
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Bronze

Multi Stranded Pearl Bracelet with Unique Diamond Flower
Located in New York, NY
scattered throughout strands. The clasp is a diamond brooch clip from the 1940’s. The center diamond is .85
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Leaf Diamonds Gold Platinum 1940s Brooch
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
This elegantly crafted antique diamond brooch dates back to the turn of the 20th century and evokes
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Old Cut Diamonds Retro Flower Brooch, 1940s
Located in Zurich, CH
Charmy 18 karat yellow gold and old-cut diamonds retro flower brooch, 1940s. Crafted in 18 karat
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Mechanical Bear Brooch 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Frank Gargano in the 1940s this amusing performing bear mechanical bear is made of
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Rare Enamel Reja Carrot Brooch, 1940S
By Reja
Located in New York, NY
Vintage enamel brooch by Reja in the form of carrot with green haulm and rhinestones embelishment
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Enamel

Retro Platinum and Gold Diamond Bow Brooch, 1940s
Located in Towson, MD
One platinum and 14 karat white gold brooch in a floppy bow motif, set with twenty-one baguette
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

White Gold Emerald Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch, 1940s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A cute late Art Deco bird brooch, circa 1940s. The bird body centres an emerald cabochon, weighing
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bell Flower Brooch, 1940 s
By Georg Jensen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jensen in Denmark and continued his career during the 1940's in New York with Georg Jensen Inc
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1940s American Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Joseff of Hollywood Golden Lion Head dagger Brooch 1940s
By Eugene Joseff
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Joseff of Hollywood gold metal lion head brooch with two dangle chains each with an
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20th Century American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Brass

Whimsical Yellow Gold and Gem Set Figural Unicycle Clown Clip Brooch, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s 18K Yellow Gold Clown on a unicycle Brooch, measuring 2 inch in length 1 1/8 inch wide
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1940s Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940 s Exceptional Large Bow Brooch
Located in Gresham, OR
Amazing and intricate paste bow brooch with pave stonework.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Cameo Brooch 14K circa 1940 s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This cameo brooch is exquisite it truly is an older version than what we see today. The carving
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1940s Italian Artisan Vintage Brooches 1940s

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14k Gold

Vintage 1940 s Cabachon + Rhinestone Signed Hobe Brooch Pin
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Sparks, NV
curved, this beautiful brooch is a welcome addition to any collection. Signed on the back, this brooch
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

1940 s Trifari Rhinestone Floral Spray Brooch
By Trifari
Located in Atlanta, GA
Trifari. Mr. Spaney produced a number of beautiful floral designs for Trifari in the 1940's with detailed
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Rhodium

1940 s Retro 14K Gold Diamond Bow-Tie Brooch
Located in Flushing, NY
1940's Retro 14K Gold Diamond Bow-Tie Brooch Approximate Dimensions: 3.5 cm (Length) 2.9 cm (Width
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

1940 s Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Rose Gold Vintage Butterfly Pin Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Colorful and beautifully handcrafted butterfly brooch fashioned in 14 karat rose gold. The
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, Rose Gold

Vintage 1940 s Chatan 14KT Gold Brooch Pin Watch
Located in New York, NY
The Chanton pin watch from the 1940s, a true relic of timeless elegance, boasts distinctive
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Gold

Exquisite Diamond Platinum Brooch, circa 1940s
Located in Wailea, HI
Exquisite Diamond Platinum Brooch Circa 1940's One Hundred and Twenty Three Round Brilliant
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Brooches 1940s

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White Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Retro Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Retro Cartier Flower Brooch, ca. 1940s A beautiful and large Cartier Retro Flower Brooch from the
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Mid-20th Century British Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1940s Cartier Double Star Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Cartier Double Stars Clip Brooch, set with Diamonds and Cabochon Rubies. Measuring 2 1
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Coro 1940s Flying Mallard Duck Brooch
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
Coro 1940s three dimensional mallard duck in flight brooch. Gold plate with hand painted enamel and
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Gold Plate, Base Metal, Enamel

Chaumet 1940s Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant feminine brooch created by Chaumet in the 1940s in Paris. Gracious accent to any outfit
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1940s French Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

J.E. CALDWELL 1940s Patriotic Brooch
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Very Cool, Patriotic flag brooch by J. E. Caldwell, in original box. Diamonds Caliber cut Rubies
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum, 14k Gold

Retro 1940 s French Diamond Sapphire Ruby Floral Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
versatile piece that remains in excellent condition!! Hallmarked French and signed " Bte S
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1970s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940s Enamels Owl Brooch
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
and strass This brooch dates back mid 40's and it is in perfect conditions 2.55 inches lenght
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1940s Italian Vintage Brooches 1940s

1940s Mauboussin for Trabert Hoeffer "VICTORY" Brooch
By Trabert Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful 1940s retro "VICTORY" Brooch by Mauboussin for Trabert & Hoeffer, set with Diamonds
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Moonstone, 14k Gold

1940s Retro Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Birmingham, AL
This beautiful brooch is a wonderful representation of the asymmetrical, colorful times of the
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

1940s Platinum Diamond Sapphire Duette Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1940s Platinum Diamond Sapphire Duette Pin with high quality Diamonds & Sapphires. Each of
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1940s American Modern Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1940 s Tiffany Company Diamond Ruby Red Enamel 18KYG Pendant Brooch Watch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A luxurious 1940s Tiffany & Co. pendant brooch watch, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and adorned
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Late Deco 4.00ct Diamond Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Late Deco period, this mesmerising double clip brooch features a wonderfully
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Platinum

Raymond C. Yard 14K Rose Gold Sapphire and Ruby 1940 s Brooch
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New York, NY
. Yard this exciting brooch is as beautiful today as it was 80 years ago! Crafted in 14K Rose Gold mounte
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20th Century American Modern Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Late Deco 2.20ct Diamond Flower Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This late Art Deco brooch displays a beautiful floral arrangement crafted entirely in platinum. At
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1940s British Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Platinum

1940s Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro rose gold brooch of open circular design with ruby and diamond fan-shaped flower
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Cartier Multicolored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Retro Cartier Multi-Colored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, ca. 1940s A beautiful naturalistic
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

1940s Whimsical Gold and Gem set Marimba Dancer Brooches
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Marimba Dancer brooches, these very whimsical and detailed Brooches are 14k Yellow Gold
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Retro 1940s Trabert Hoeffer-Mauboussin “Reflections” Gold Brooch
By Trabert Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in Litchfield, CT
collection, this vibrant 1940s brooch by Trabert Hoeffer-Mauboussin perfectly mixes retro style with an
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Citrine, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Deco Rose Gold on Sterling Silver Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A unsigned beauty from the 1940s is this vintage Art Deco spiral Art Deco brooch. It is very much
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Emerald Cabochon Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch, ca. 1940s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A cute late Art Deco bird brooch, circa 1940s. The bird body centres an emerald cabochon, weighing
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold

Coro, unsigned, 1940s Large Pink Cabochon Floral 4.5" Brooch
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
An absolutely stunning and rare unsigned 1940s brooch attributed to Coro. The brooch is top quality
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Coro 1940s Gold with Enamel Flowers Trembler Duette Brooch
By Coro
Located in New York, NY
A rare model Coro trembler flower 1940s duette brooch by American fashion jewelry company Coro
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Gold Plate, Enamel

1940s Sterling Silver Large Sailfish Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A lovely sterling silver and rhodium plate 1940s sailfish brooch. The body and fins are cast
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Sterling Silver, Rhodium

Large paste butterfly and flowers brooch, Trifari, 1940s
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very rare and magnificent brooch by Trifari, depicting butterflies and flowers encircling a 'pool
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Base Metal

1940s 1.53 Carats Diamonds Platinum Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold hinged pin and platinum push fit clasp. This vintage 1940's brooch has been independently tested
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1940s Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

1940s Tiffany Co. Crystal Diamond Gold Leaf Pin Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This beautifully crafted crystal and yellow gold pin by Tiffany & Company features a carved crystal leaf, an enamel lady bug, and a single full cut diamond. The pin measures 6cm in ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Crystal, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Danish Modern Silver Brooch from Hans Hansen, Denmark, 1940s
By Hans Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sleek and elegant silver brooch from Hans Hansen in a rectangular shape with rounded corners.
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1940s Danish Modernist Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Silver

1940s Retro Citrine Flower Gold Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 1940s citrine and gold flower brooch. Like many Retro brooches, this one is large in scale
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Gold

Silver Brooch by Gertrud Engel for Michelsen, Denmark, 1940s
By Gertrud Engel for Anton Michelsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning silver brooch by Gertrud Engel, in a in the form of leaves and a seed pod on a twig
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1940s Swedish Modernist Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Silver

Large 1940s Coro Rhodium Flower Spray, Ribbon Rhinestone Brooch
By Coro
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 1940s rhodium plated flower spray broach with prong set rhinestones is manufactured
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Vintage Brooches 1940S For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage brooches 1940s available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage brooches 1940s made by Retro jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Alfred Philippe for Trifari, Tiffany Co. and Trifari are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 658 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage brooches 1940s and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage brooches 1940s, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Brooches 1940S?

On average, vintage brooches 1940s at 1stDibs sell for $1,791, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $192,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About Vintage Brooches 1940s
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.