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Tiffany Co. 18 Karat Yellow Ruby and Diamond Thistle/Flower Moveable Pin
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold thistle flower pin features vibrant round-cut rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco, Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
period. The 18 karat gold pin has been handcrafted from yellow and white gold and then set with old
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold 2/5 Cttw Diamond and Cultured South Sea Pearl Flower Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Experience the epitome of elegance with this stunning 18K yellow gold brooch, where the artistry of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Multi-Gem Gold Flower Basket Lapel Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
The basket is filled with a colorful bouquet of moving flowers, enriched with three genuine
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, South Sea Pear...

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold GIA Green Jade 1.90ctw Round Diamond Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent vintage brooch is solidly crafted from 18k yellow gold and features a stunning
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Vintage Enamel Flower Pin Seed Pearl 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Flower Pin 3.2mm Cultured Pearl Pin measures: 32 x 30mm 18kt. yellow gold 9.4 Grams
Category

2010s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Flower Pin Brooch, White Enamel, Mid to Late 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A golden flower, painted with lily-white enamel - the perfect touch of class! Circa mid to late
Category

20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Ruby Yellow Blue Sapphire Flower Brooch Pin 15.45cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A lively brooch beautifully crafted in deep 18K yellow gold and bezel set with approximately
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl 7.00ct Diamond Gold Flower Pin/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 18k yellow and white gold flower pin / pendant. The pin is centered with lovely
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian 14k Diamond, Pearl, and Enamel Flower Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
in 14k yellow gold and portrays the shape of a flower in bloom! The front surface of the flower is
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Roberto Casarin 18k Gold Tourmaline Amethyst Period Flower Diamond Brooch Pin
By Roberto Casarin
Located in Montclair, NJ
gold and designed by Roberto Casarin. The gorgeous rose flower is structured from custom cut vivid pink
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
gorgeous Victorian rose cut diamond and pearl flower pin brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and silver
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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

2010s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 18k Gold Sapphire Diamond Milgrain Etched Flower Stick Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Gold Weight: 1.96 Grams Overall Height: 66.72mm (2.62") (including pin) - 10.35mm (0.40") (not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Antique 23K Gold Old European Cut Diamond White Green Enamel Flower PIN Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Yellow Gold (Pin 18K), diamond antique hair pin. In excellent condition. Antique. Signs of wear are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18k Gold Platinum 6ctw GIA Sapphire Diamond Flower Branch Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
platinum and 18k yellow gold. This fancy brooch features a beautiful dual flower and branch design that is
Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Coral Cameo Enamel Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Maiden Flower
Located in New York, NY
with Enamel Flower and Leaf Design in 14 Karat Gold in a monumental four inch length. The Coral Cameo
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Co Garnet Flower Brooch Pin 18K Gold Sterling Vintage Original Box
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
This is a delightful vintage Tiffany & Co. Garnet Flower Motif Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and
Category

20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold

14k Solid Gold Natural Diamond Snowflake Flower Nose Stud Ring Wedding Nose Pins
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Natural Diamond Snowflake Flower Nose Stud Ring Wedding Nose Pins Base Metal Yellow
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Diamond Flower Stud Nose/Ear Threaded Pin Piercing Jewelry Studs
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Flower Stud Nose/Ear Threaded Pin Piercing Jewelry Studs Total Carat Weight
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage 18k Solid Gold Diamond Green Enamel Spray Flower Multi Layer Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Carat Total Weight: 0.20-0.30 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Diamond Area
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

Pietra Dura Flower Lily of Valley Brooch Pin Gold Antique Victorian Etruscan
Located in New York, NY
Gold Pietra Dura brooch has fine Pietra Dura floral green, yellow, light blue, white and cream inlay
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Brooches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

22.00 Carat Diamond South Sea Pearl Gold Flower Earrings and Pin Set
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Flower Set The set is 18K Yellow & White Gold The earrings are 11.50 Carat In Diamonds E/F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Go...

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

Jean Vitau 3 Brooch Pins Flower Humingbird Bird Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold
By Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
This is a trio of three signed Jean Vitau Brooch Pins with a Flower and two Birds, Hummingbird, set
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow S...

Art Nouveau Maiden Woman Pearl Flower Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Pearl Crescent
Located in New York, NY
are exquisite. The gold is a gorgeous warm yellow color. The crescent moon portion is set with
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Old Mine Diamond Enamel Flower Lily Brooch Pin 1900 Antique Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold. The brooch is in its fitted Tiffany & Co. leather box. The craftsmanship of the
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Signed Gio Caroli Diamond 18k Gold Rose Flower Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Designer GIO CAROLI Rose Brooch. Hand crafted in rich 18K Yellow Gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Flower Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
) era! Crafted in both 14k yellow gold and sterling silver, this flower-shaped pin is both substantial
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

H. Stern 18k Gold Blue Topaz Garnet Iolite Diamond Calla Lily Flower Pin Brooch
By H. Stern
Located in Montclair, NJ
/F Color - VVS/VS Clarity - 1.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 32.5 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Iolite, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

1.08 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.88 Carat Diamond Flower Pin in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
set in lustrous 18K yellow gold. This flower pin is a true emblem of sophistication and natural beauty
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Denmark Sterling Silver Modernist Flower Pin Clip-On Earrings Set #5853
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver modernist design flower pin and earrings set with black enamel centers
Category

20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany Co. Gold Flower Mid Century Flower Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co 18k yellow gold textured and shiny flower pin. Classic Tiffany & Co. 1960's mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Estate KWIAT 18K Diamond Flower On Textured Branch Brooch Pin Serial Numbered
By Kwiat
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A two tone flower brooch done in 18K yellow and white gold by renowned New York designer, KWIAT
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Silver and 14 Karat Enameled 2.00 Carat Diamond Flower Pin/ Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate silver and 14K enameled 2.00 carat diamond flower pin/brooch. Showcasing 52 round diamond
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Nally Diamond Camellia" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold 'Camellia" Flower Pin. This pin has 251 round brilliant cut diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Gold Flower Pin with Detachable Yellow Gold Cage
Located in New York, NY
The diamond Flower set with brilliant-cut diamonds, in a Yellow Gold cage.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Rough Turquoise and Diamond Flower Pin
By Henry Dunay
Located in Naples, FL
18K Yellow Gold Henry Dunay Pin With Rough Turquoise and Diamond Flowers. The Diamonds are G-H in
Category

Late 20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Flower Pin Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Diamond weight is 10.88cts. Brooch dimensions: 2.4" x 2". Made of 18K Yellow Gold Platinum. Signed
Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage flower pin with turquoise, diamonds Akoya pearls in 18K yellow gold
Located in Surfside, FL
) flower in 18k yellow gold. Round brilliant cut diamonds total approx. weight: 1. 20 carat, estimate G-H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alice Cicolini Green Amethyst Yellow Topaz Flower Gold Flower Brooch Hair Pin
By Alice Cicolini
Located in London, GB
, sophisticated way that is both delicate and strong. These handcarved flowers can be worn as hair jewels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, 9k Gold

Antique 18k Gold Pastel Enamel Triple Flower Pin
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Antique Circa 1875 Constructed of 18 Karat Yellow & Green Gold with Hand-Painted Enamel in Pastel
Category

Antique 1870s French Brooches

Materials

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

Naomi Sarna Carved Chrysoprase Diamond Gold Flower Pin
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
Adorable. This unique brooch features a hand-carved chrysoprase blossom blooming on an 18K yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Chrysophrase, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Naomi Sarna Carved Chrysoprase Diamond Gold Flower Pin
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
on an 18K yellow gold stem embellished with a sparkle of VS F-G white diamonds. Frequently mistaken
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Chrysophrase, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati 18 Karat Gold, Emerald and Sapphire Flower Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Greenwich, CT
Vintage flower pin, centering a large oval-shaped cabochon light green emerald surrounded by
Category

Vintage 1970s More Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold

1950s Ruby, Emerald, Tourmaline and Diamond 18k Gold Flower Basket Pin/Pendant
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Of two color 18k gold, this delightful jardiniere or giardinetto pin from the 1940s is designed as
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Sapphire Flower Bouquet Brooch Pin
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Huntington, NY
This is a a beautiful Vintage Estate Van Cleef Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Flower
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Diamond Gold Platinum Flower Brooch
Located in McLean, VA
Platinum and yellow gold Victorian Flower pin center set with one old mine cut diamond weighing
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 20 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch 5.3gr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
VINTAGE 20K Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch Specifications: type: FLOWER PIN BROOCH metal
Category

Vintage 1940s American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Gold

Red and Green Enamel Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Pin
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Red and Green Enamel and Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Pin: charming and lifelike, set with a .15
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Flower Pin with Turquoise Stones #15186
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Flower Pin with Turquoise Stones This gorgeous 14K gold flower pin is decorated
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant flower pin created by Cartier in Paris in the 1950's. Made of 18k yellow gold, encrusted
Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Enamel Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Flower Pin Brooch by Cartier. With 1 round brilliant cut diamond
Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Trefle Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Flower Pin
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
of VVS clarity amounting approximately to 0.70ct is placed upon precious 18K yellow gold for an
Category

Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pin with Blue/Green Foil back Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 10K yellow gold Dimensions: pin measures 72 x 29mm Weight: 5.76 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wander Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Yellow Sapphire Citrine Flower Pin
By Wander
Located in Dallas, TX
Wander 18K Yellow Gold Flower Pin Pendant with Golden Pearl, Diamonds, Yellow Sapphires and
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

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

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Yellow Gold Flower Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact yellow gold flower pin you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 181 vintage or 18 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a yellow gold flower pin from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A yellow gold flower pin from Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any yellow gold flower pin from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 85 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. When shopping for a yellow gold flower pin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Yellow Gold Flower Pin?

The price for a yellow gold flower pin starts at $125 and tops out at $100,600 with these brooches, on average, selling for $3,500.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Finding the Right Brooches for You

Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like GucciVersaceDior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step. 

Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.

At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.

Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.

Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.