What is 1950s furniture called?

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.

How can you tell if a brooch is vintage?

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.

How do you identify vintage brooches?

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.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

Vintage Brooches 1950S

1950 Pin

1950s Pearl Jewelry

Rhinestone Brooch

Vintage Crystal Brooch

1959 Jewelry

One Of A Kind Brooches

Marquise Diamond Brooch

1950s Gold Jewellery

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1950s Italian Contemporary Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1950s Italian diamond and invisible setting ruby brooch

$14,500

Hettie Carnegie 1950s Large Pink, Purple, Blue Green Brooch Earrings Set

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in New York, NY

A stunning and impressive 1950s brooch and earring set by famous American designer of the early and

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Hettie Carnegie 1950s Large Pink, Purple, Blue Green Brooch Earrings Set

$490

Vintage c.1950s Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Flower Brooch Pin by Mellerio

By Mellerio dits Meller

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful and classy brooch created in the 1950's by French company Mellerio established in 1613

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1950s French Vintage Brooches 1950S

Vintage c.1950s Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Flower Brooch Pin by Mellerio

$4,500

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Flower Leaf Corn Wheat White Whole Crystals Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Unisex Flower Leaf Corn Wheat White Whole Sparkling Crystals Modernist

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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Silver Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Flower Leaf Corn Wheat White Whole Crystals Brooch

$356

Crown Trifari 1950s Blossom White Pearls Flower Fruit Leaf Openwork Gold 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

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Blossom White Pearls Flower Fruit Leaf Openwork Gold Brooch

$327

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer 1950s Pink Cherry Blossom Crystals Cabochon Brooch

By Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Vintage 1950s Pink Cherry Blossom Flower Love Clover Crystals Cabochon

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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer 1950s Pink Cherry Blossom Crystals Cabochon Brooch

$1,473

Signed Schreiner New York 1950s Domed Faceted Glass Cabochon Pearl Brooch

By Schreiner of New York

Located in New York, NY

A rare and unusual design signed Schreiner, New York brooch from the 1950s. Charcoal grey gun metal

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Pearl

Signed Schreiner New York 1950s Domed Faceted Glass Cabochon Pearl Brooch

$1,200

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer 1950s Bird Penguin Diamante Encruste Crystal Brooch

By Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Body Cute Brooch Mitchel Maer was a prominent American designer who lived in England during the 1950s

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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer 1950s Bird Penguin Diamante Encruste Crystal Brooch

$1,473

1950s 17ct Round Diamond Floral Spray Double Clip Convertible Brooch Platinum

Located in Lisbon, PT

1950s 17ct Diamond Floral Spray Double Clip Convertible Brooch in Platinum. A statement piece for

Category

1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s 17ct Round Diamond Floral Spray Double Clip Convertible Brooch Platinum

$58,560

Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Brooch

By Coro

Located in Wokingham, England

Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Green Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Openwork Brooch, Gold

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Brooch

$398

Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Brooch

By Coro

Located in Wokingham, England

Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Green Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Openwork Brooch, Gold

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Coro Vintage 1950s Flower Emerald Cabochon Aurora Pink Crystals Pearls Brooch

$329

Hattie Carnegie 1950s Large Red, Blue, Green Glass Bead Tassel Brooch

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in New York, NY

A colorful and fun Hattie Carnegie molded glass and crystal bead tassel brooch from the 1950s. The

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Hattie Carnegie 1950s Large Red, Blue, Green Glass Bead Tassel Brooch

$795

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer 1950s Bird Penguin Diamante Encruste Crystal Brooch

By Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer 1950s Bird Penguin Diamante Encruste Crystal Brooch Very good

Category

1950s German Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Mitchel Maer 1950s Bird Penguin Diamante Encruste Crystal Brooch

$1,872

1950s Van Cleef Arpels Coral Diamond Gold Clover Clip Pin Brooch

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Signature Clover clip created by Van Cleef & Arpels in France in 1950's that would be a great

Category

1950s French Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Van Cleef Arpels Coral Diamond Gold Clover Clip Pin Brooch

$23,000

Circa 1950 s 18k Yelow Gold Feather Pin by Hermes

By Hermès

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An elegant Hermes pin created in the shape of a feather would make a stylish accent on your jacket, blouse or dress

Category

1950s French Vintage Brooches 1950S

Circa 1950 s 18k Yelow Gold Feather Pin by Hermes

$2,250

Miriam Haskell 1950s Large Gold Crystal Flower Brooch

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and large there dimensional 1950s Miriam Haskell flower brooch. It is 3 inches in

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Miriam Haskell 1950s Large Gold Crystal Flower Brooch

$850

1950s Dancer Ballerina Pearl Turquoise Diamond Yellow Gold Circle Brooch Pin

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Mid 20th century three dimensional ballerina or dancer brooch featuring a dancer reaching for the

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Dancer Ballerina Pearl Turquoise Diamond Yellow Gold Circle Brooch Pin

$1,200

Van Cleef Arpels 18 Karat Gold Brooch by Georges L enfant, Paris, 1950s

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in Braintree, GB

Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt gold brooch by Georges L'enfant. Made in France, Paris Circa 1950's. Signed

Category

1950s French Contemporary Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels 18 Karat Gold Brooch by Georges L enfant, Paris, 1950s

$13,574

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Crystals Stars Leaf Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Navy Blue Crystals Stars Leaf Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

Category

1950s American Baroque Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Silver Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Crystals Stars Leaf Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

$977

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Crystals Stars Leaf Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Navy Blue Crystals Stars Leaf Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

Category

1950s American Baroque Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Silver Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Crystals Stars Leaf Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

$977

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Kaleidoscope Wreath Openwork Circle Swirl Gold Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Kaleidoscope Wreath Openwork Swirl Twist Round Circle Brooch, Gold Tone

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Kaleidoscope Wreath Openwork Circle Swirl Gold Brooch

$232

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Kaleidoscope Wreath Openwork Circle Swirl Gold Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Kaleidoscope Wreath Openwork Swirl Twist Round Circle Brooch, Gold Tone

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Kaleidoscope Wreath Openwork Circle Swirl Gold Brooch

$232

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Sapphire Crystals Gift Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Sapphire Crystals Jewellery Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet, Silver Tone

Category

1950s American Baroque Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Silver Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Sapphire Crystals Gift Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

$1,183

Crown Trifari 1950s White Pearls Cluster Flower Leaf Bouquet Dandelion Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s White Pearls Cluster Flower Leaf Bouquet Dandelion Brooch, Gold Tone Very good

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s White Pearls Cluster Flower Leaf Bouquet Dandelion Brooch

$329

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Crystals Stars Leaf Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Vintage Sapphire Navy Blue Crystals Stars Leaf Jewellery Gift Set Earrings

Category

1950s American Baroque Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Silver Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Sapphire Crystals Stars Leaf Set Earrings Brooch Bracelet

$977

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch, Gold Tone Good

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch

$398

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch, Gold Tone Good

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch

$398

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Oval Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Elegant Brooch, Gold

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Circle Yellow Cabochon Wreath Flower Leaf Crystals Brooch

$356

Textured Silver Leaf Wreath Brooch With Pearls By Crown Trifari, 1950s

By Trifari

Located in McKinney, TX

) - Circa 1950s - Estate acquired - Good vintage condition

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Brooches 1950S

Textured Silver Leaf Wreath Brooch With Pearls By Crown Trifari, 1950s

$129

1950s Dancer Ballerina Pearl Turquoise Coral Yellow Gold Circle Brooch Pin

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Mid 20th century three dimensional ballerina or dancer brooch featuring a dancer reaching for the

Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Dancer Ballerina Pearl Turquoise Coral Yellow Gold Circle Brooch Pin

$780

1950s Van Cleef Arpels Diamond and Gold Brooch

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in New York, NY

10.00 carats. Color E-F Clarity VS Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels Circa 1950's

Category

1950s French Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

1950s Van Cleef Arpels Diamond and Gold Brooch

Braided Filigree Jewel Tone Rhinestone Leaf Brooch By La Roca, 1950s

Located in McKinney, TX

rhinestones - Faux Turquoise accents - Attributed to La Roca (unsigned) - Circa 1950s - Estate acquired

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Brooches 1950S

Braided Filigree Jewel Tone Rhinestone Leaf Brooch By La Roca, 1950s

$151

Layered Flower Poured Frosted Glass Dimensional Brooch By Crown Trifari, 1950s

By Trifari

Located in McKinney, TX

plated - Poured frosted glass petals - By Crown Trifari (signed on verso) - Circa 1950s - Estate

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Brooches 1950S

Layered Flower Poured Frosted Glass Dimensional Brooch By Crown Trifari, 1950s

$183

Ruser 1950s Owls Gold Platinum Pearl Diamond Brooch

By William Ruser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ruser 1950s family of owls gold platinum brooch with diamonds and pearls. The whimsical design

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

Ruser 1950s Owls Gold Platinum Pearl Diamond Brooch

$3,500

1950s Baroque Gilded Scrolls Brooch With Faux Pearls Rhinestones By Corocraft

By Corocraft

Located in McKinney, TX

(signed on verso) - Circa 1950s - Estate Acquired - Beautiful vintage condition with minimal wear (see

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Brooches 1950S

1950s Baroque Gilded Scrolls Brooch With Faux Pearls Rhinestones By Corocraft

$129

Retro Vintage 1950s Intricate Handmade Walrus, Enamel and Gold Brooch Pin

Located in Hicksville, NY

diamond work done by hand. Retro vintage, belonging to circa 1950s, the enamel on this is in great

Category

1950s Retro Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Retro Vintage 1950s Intricate Handmade Walrus, Enamel and Gold Brooch Pin

$14,000

1950s Sterlé Diamond Gold Platinum Double Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A gold and diamond brooch of knotted double ribbon design, in platinum and 18k. Sterlé, Paris.

Category

1950s French Retro Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1950s Sterlé Diamond Gold Platinum Double Ribbon Brooch

$19,500

1950s Tiffany Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Flower Brooch

By Tiffany Co.

Located in New York, NY

A gold brooch in the form of a flower with a sapphire and diamond center, in 18k. Tiffany & Co.

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

1950s Tiffany Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Flower Brooch

$13,500

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Yellow Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Crystals Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

beautiful brooch, signed at the back. Size: 7.2*3.5 cm. Weight: 23 g/each. Crown Trifari created some of

Category

1950s American Edwardian Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Yellow Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Crystals Brooch

$591

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Bouquet Floral Dandelion Leaf Pearl Cluster Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

. The leaf part is some a little loose, not any problems. A very beautiful brooch, signed at the back

Category

1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Bouquet Floral Dandelion Leaf Pearl Cluster Brooch

$356

1950s Cartier Jadeite Ring Brooch with Diamond Mouse

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A circular blue-green jadeite brooch embellished with a diamond mouse with ruby eyes and a

Category

1950s Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum

1950s Cartier Jadeite Ring Brooch with Diamond Mouse

$36,000

Trifari Phillipe Carved Glass Floral Rhodium Crystal Fur Clip Brooch c 1950s

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in University City, MO

Trifari Philippe carved glass floral rhodium crystal fur clip brooch c 1950s The elegant fur clip

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Rhodium

Trifari Phillipe Carved Glass Floral Rhodium Crystal Fur Clip Brooch c 1950s

$495

Cartier 1950s Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Parrot Brooch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

EMERALD, RUBY, SAPPHIRE & DIAMOND PARROT BROOCH BY CARTIER c.1955 The eye set centrally with a

Category

1950s American Modern Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1950s Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Parrot Brooch

$57,500

Adorable Mythic Sea Creature Brooch from the 1950s

Located in Aspen, CO

brooch is three inches in length and two inches across. His body is a large salt water baroque pearl

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

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

Adorable Mythic Sea Creature Brooch from the 1950s

$13,950

1950s David Webb Coral Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace Removable Brooch Pin Clip

By David Webb

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Bold and colorful necklace created by David Webb in the 1950s. It can be worn in three different

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s David Webb Coral Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace Removable Brooch Pin Clip

$22,800

1950s Seaman Schepps Mother-of-Pearl Coral Yellow Gold Clip Brooch Pin

By Seaman Schepps

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Prominent and colorful brooch created by Seaman Schepps in the 1950s. It features a white mother

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Seaman Schepps Mother-of-Pearl Coral Yellow Gold Clip Brooch Pin

$9,500

Crown Trifari 1950s Vivid Baby Tropical Fish Red Ruby Crystal Eye Gold Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Vintage Vivid Baby Tropical Fish Red Ruby Crystal Eye Brooch, Gold Tone Very

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Vivid Baby Tropical Fish Red Ruby Crystal Eye Gold Brooch

$398

Georg Jensen Sterling Butterfly Brooch, Design Arno Malinowski, 1950s

By Georg Jensen

Located in Toronto, ON

Georg Jensen oval dotted punch, Sterling Denmark and design number 283, C.1950’s. Designed by Arno

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Brooches 1950S

Georg Jensen Sterling Butterfly Brooch, Design Arno Malinowski, 1950s

$750

Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond clips 1950 s

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

. diamonds est 4.50 cts (1950s) double clips and brooch combo hand fabricated in 750 gold. The separate dress

Category

1950s American Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Diamond

Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond clips 1950 s

$27,000

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Texture Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Gold Brooch

By Corocraft

Located in Wokingham, England

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Textured Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Brooch, Gold Tone Very good

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Texture Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Gold Brooch

$150

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Texture Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Gold Brooch

By Corocraft

Located in Wokingham, England

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Textured Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Brooch, Gold Tone Very good

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Texture Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Gold Brooch

$177

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Texture Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Gold Brooch

By Corocraft

Located in Wokingham, England

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Textured Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Brooch, Gold Tone Very good

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Corocraft Coro Vintage 1950s Texture Wavy Tulip Flower Leaf Feather Gold Brooch

$177

1950s Van Cleef Arpels Yellow Sapphire Emerald Diamond Gold Fly Pin Brooch

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cute and fun fly pin created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1950's. Made of 18k yellow gold

Category

1950s French Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

1950s Van Cleef Arpels Yellow Sapphire Emerald Diamond Gold Fly Pin Brooch

$6,800

Crown Trifari 1950s Round Circle White Pearls Openwork Criss Cross Gold Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Round Circle White Pearls Openwork Criss Cross Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone Good

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Round Circle White Pearls Openwork Criss Cross Gold Brooch

$288

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Yellow Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Crystals Gold Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Yellow Flower Green Enamel Leaf Bouquet Crystals Brooch, Gold Tone Very

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Large Yellow Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Crystals Gold Brooch

$494

Crown Trifari 1950s Double Leaf Knot Twist White Pearls Intertwined Gold Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Double Leaf Floral Knot Twist White Pearls Intertwined Brooch, Gold Tone Very

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Double Leaf Knot Twist White Pearls Intertwined Gold Brooch

$329

Crown Trifari 1950s Pink Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Basket Crystals Gold Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari Vintage 1950s Pink Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Basket Crystal Brooch Gold Tone Very

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Brooches 1950S

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Crown Trifari 1950s Pink Flower Green Leaf Bouquet Basket Crystals Gold Brooch

$591

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On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage brooches 1950s. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage brooches 1950s to choose from, but Retro and Modern vintage brooches 1950s are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Miriam Haskell, Cartier and Tiffany Co. produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 1060 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage brooches 1950s for sale are for women, but there are 1096 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Brooches 1950S?

Prices for vintage brooches 1950s start at $50 and top out at $750,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,888.

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 Brooches 1950S

What is 1950s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
Were pearls popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What watches were popular in 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
What was the clothing style in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
How can you tell if a brooch is vintage?
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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.
How do you identify vintage brooches?
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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.
What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
What is the 1950s furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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