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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

1940s Diamond and Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Retro 15 karat rose gold and diamond brooch, circa 1940, designed as an ornate bow supporting two
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Jadeite Amethyst Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro carved amethyst and jadeite flower brooch, the cluster of amethyst blossoms accented with
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1940s Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Flora and Fauna Emerald and Diamond Brooch in Platinum, circa 1940s
Located in Wailea, HI
Flora and Fauna Emerald and Diamond Brooch in Platinum Circa 1940's Total Diamond Weight 2.35
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Late Deco Diamond and Ruby Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This original 1940s brooch, with box, is a beautifully made design with a collection of diamonds
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamond, Emerald and Pearl Bow Brooch, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
11.50 mm pearl hangs from the brooch. Dating back to approximately the 1940s, this vintage, and
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1940s Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Trifari Art Deco Carved Glass Wheelbarrow Brooch circa 1940s
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in University City, MO
Trifari Art Deco Carved glass diamante crystal wheelbarrow brooch c 1940s The elegant costume
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

French Old Cut Diamond Aeronautic Turbogas Bracelet Brooch, ca. 1940s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A transformable old cut diamond turbogas bracelet & brooch, ca. 1940s . The dynamic centre part of
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1940s French Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

c.1940s Trabert Hoeffer-Mauboussin Ruby Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Mauboussin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Prominent and distinctive Retro brooch created by Mauboussin in the 1940s and retailed by Trabert
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1940s French Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Tiffany Co. Two Color Gold Whirligig Pin Brooch Clip
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bold yet feminine Retro brooch created by Tiffany & Co. in the 1940s. As a stylish and chic accent
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Coro Vintage 1940s Turquoise White Pearls Wishbone Ruby Flowers Sterling Brooch
By Coro
Located in Wokingham, England
Coro Vintage 1940s Iconic Turquoise Light Blue White Pearls Wishbone Ruby Red Flowers Bouquet Leaf
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Sterling Silver

1940s Van Cleef Arpels Blue Sapphire Emerald Diamond Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful 18 k gold hand fabricated brooch in the shape of a butterfly with one cabochon natural
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1940s French Modern Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1940s French platinum and diamond swirl brooch
Located in London, GB
This charming 1940s French diamond brooch is made of platinum and adorned with approximately 4
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1940s French Contemporary Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1940s Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Floral Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with diamonds. Stunning circa 1940's. Specs: Platinum 14 KT Yellow Gold Diamonds: 5 old
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1940s Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Late Deco Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Lily Brooch, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful brooch dates to the 1940s and has been crafted mostly in 18 carat yellow gold. The
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond and Ruby "Fireworks" Spray Brooch-Pendant in 18 karat, circa 1940s
Located in Wailea, HI
Diamond and Ruby "Fireworks" Spray Brooch-Pendant in 18k Circa 1940's Sixteen Round Cut Rubies
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1940s Cartier Red Enamel Gold Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and reflective red enamel brooch with pendant loop in the form of a flower, in 14k
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

14k Gold

1940s Mellerio Chrysoprase Gold Two Lovebirds Brooch
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and chrysoprase bead brooch in the form of two lovebirds on a branch with their eggs
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Chrysophrase, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. 1940s 14K Gold Vintage Ruby and Aquamarine Tiffany Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing Authentic Tiffany & Co. Asscher Cut Aquamarine and Burmese Ruby Ribbon Pin/Brooch c. 1940s. The
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Aquamarine, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Coro Vintage 1940s Turquoise White Pearls Wishbone Ruby Flowers Sterling Brooch
By Coro
Located in Wokingham, England
Coro Vintage 1940s Iconic Turquoise Light Blue White Pearls Wishbone Ruby Red Flowers Bouquet Leaf
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Sterling Silver

Leitão Irmão Retro 1940s Diamond Enamel Violet Floral Bouquet Brooch Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
, by Portuguese crown jeweler Leitão & Irmão, 1940s, accompanied by the maker’s case. This brooch is
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1940s Portuguese Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

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

TRIFARI Philippe 1940s DEAREST Royal Crown Crest Coronation Crystal Gold Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
TRIFARI Philippe 1940s DEAREST Royal Crown Crest Coronation Clear Green Purple Red Navy Blue Yellow
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Gold Plate

1940s 3.26 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp. This stunning vintage 1940's bow brooch has been
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique 1940s Citrine Scroll Brooch in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous 1940s Cartier style antique brooch, featuring baguette cut citrines set on 18K yellow
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Citrine, Yellow Gold

Vintage xmas tree brooch sign. WEISS 1940s USA
By Weiss
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Christmas is coming soon! The most beautiful vintage Christmas brooch from the 1940s is the tree
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1940s American Artisan Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Vintage 1940s Diamond and Yellow Gold Owl Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional vintage 1940s 0.33 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold 'owl' brooch; part of our
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Deco 4.65ct Diamond and Ruby French Flower Brooch, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Late Deco French brooch is a dazzling floral display. It showcases a stunning
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1940s British Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1940s Palladium Diamond Stylised Bow Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco palladium and diamond brooch, comprising one large round brilliant cut diamond, forty
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Palladium

Silver gilt, clear paste, lucite Horse Head jellybelly brooch, Trifari, 1940s
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful and elegant 'jellybelly' brooch, designed by Alfred Philippe for Trifari in the 1940s
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Retro 1940s Alfred Philippe for Trifari Crane Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Houston, TX
A Retro Trifari pavé rhinestone crane and lily pad brooch with red, blue and yellow enamel. The
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Base Metal

1940s Turquoise and Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.75 carat turquoise and 0.33 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold bar brooch
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1940s Unknown Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Ruby Eye Whole Crystals Swallow Bird Perch Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Unisex Vivid Ruby Red Eye Whole Crystals Cabochon Swallow Bird
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Silver Plate

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Brooch with Citrine Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold brooch in the form of a stylized leaf, adorned with graduated diamonds and suspending
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman Bros. 1940s Retro Sapphire Diamond Gold Double Clip Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
of 8.20 carats. In an open cut work bow motif. Original drawings. Documentation. Circa 1940’s
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940s French Gold and Diamond Stylized Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and diamond brooch in the form of a ribbed, stylized leaf, bisected with a row of
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

STARET BUTTERLY brooch gorgeous rhinestone decoration 1940s USA
By Staret
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A wonderful rhinestone brooch in the shape of a butterfly. The whole brooch is set with 10 large
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1940s American Artisan Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

Cartier 1940s Gold and Enamel Reflective Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and reflective blue enamel brooch in the form of a flower, in 14k. Cartier, New York
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

14k Gold

French 1940s Gold, Ruby, and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold flower brooch centering on a ruby and diamond pistil, with a diamond stem and leaf
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Eclipse bronze brooch, Line Vautrin, late 1940s, France.
By Line Vautrin
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful figural clip/brooch from Line Vautrin, cleverly and amusingly depicting am eclipse of
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1940s French Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Bronze

French 1940s 18 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Lorraine Cross Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This antique gold jewel represents a chiseled
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Hobe Sterling Silver Glass Jeweled 1940s Tassel Brooch
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and intricate brooch by jewelry company Hobe' made between 1941 and 1948. It features
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

1940s Retro Pink and Green Gold Clip Brooches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink and green gold retro clips circa 1940. The matching designs feature an open rose gold circle
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

14k Gold

1940s Tiffany Co. Ruby Diamond Gold Clip Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Yellow and Rose Gold and Diamond set in Platinum- This is Tiffany quality! Signed 14K and Tiffany & Co. Classic, Collectable and Wearable!
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1940s Deco Diamond Coral Onyx Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting this beautiful vintage diamond brooch pin from the 1940s era, crafted in solid platinum
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Yellow Gold Diamond Wire Brooch from 1940s 3.00 Carat
Located in New York, NY
Brooch is designed as a stylized swoosh or leaf comprised of high polished yellow gold wires
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1940s Unknown Modern Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1940s Green Crystal Flower Rhinestone Brooch attributed to Reja
By Reja
Located in New York, NY
A lovely and in excellent condition green crystal flower brooch from the 1940s. Attributed to the
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium

Trifari Gold Flower with Rhinestone Accent 1940s Flower Brooch
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and three dimensional 1940s flower brooch by renowned American costume jewelry company
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1950s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Gold Plate

Chaumet Retro Initial a Old-Mine Cut Diamond 18k Gold Clip Brooch, circa 1940s
By Chaumet
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Chaumet Retro Diamond and 18k Gold Brooch, Initial A, ca. 1940s A beautiful and elegant Retro clip
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1940s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Eisenberg Art Deco 1940s Sterling Silver and Rhinestone Brooch
By Eisenberg
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and in very very fine condition 1940s Eisenberg Art Deco brooch. The design is a curled
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

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Sterling Silver

A large gilded sterling silver and coloured paste butterfly brooch, Reja 1940s
By Reja
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very striking sterling brooch of a butterfly, with a large topaz paste 'body' and other clear and
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling silver and colour paste bird of paradise brooch, Trifari, 1940s, USA
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very beautiful, glamorous and elegant 'cocktail' brooch depicting a swooping bird of paradise, of
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1940s American Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

1940s Moonstone Sapphire Ruby Diamond and Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century French 18 karat gold brooch with moonstones, sapphires, rubies and diamonds
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1940s French Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940s Gilded Bronze and Pearl Pin Brooch Lovely Antelope
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare gilded bronze antelope pin brooch. Superb couture design featuring a lovely antelope in gilded
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Bronze

1940s Two-Color Gold, Citrine, Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro two-color gold bow brooch with spray of faceted pear and emerald-cut citrines, round faceted
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

1940s Trabert and Hoeffer Mauboussin Retro Moonstone Ruby Brooch
By Trabert Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reflections moonstone clip brooch, circa 1940. For over three decades we have been in the business of
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1940s American Retro Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold

1940s Retro Tiffany Co. Yellow Gold Eternity Circle Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The brooch is designed by Tiffany and Co. It is made out of 14 karat yellow gold
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1940s Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Cameo Stick Pin Antique 14K Yellow Gold Original 1940 s Antique
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1940's Art Deco Cameo 14K Yellow Gold Stick Pin/Brooch Featuring an
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1940s

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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 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 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 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.