Brooch Vintage Modernist
Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Brooches
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Brooches
20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Silver
Vintage 1960s Mexican Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Brooches
20th Century Italian Brooches
Vintage 1970s Brooches
20th Century American Brooches
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Modernist Brooches
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brooches
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Brooches
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches
Gold Plate
20th Century French Brooches
Mid-20th Century European Modernist Brooches
Silver
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
20th Century German Brooches
Gilt Metal
20th Century American Brooches
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Brooches
Peridot, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Copper, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Swedish Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Brooches
Amethyst
Vintage 1980s French British Colonial Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches
Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Brooches
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Retro Brooches
Agate, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Brooches
Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s German Anglo-Indian Brooches
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century North American Modernist Brooches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s German Modernist Brooches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches
Chrysophrase, Coral, Malachite, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Swedish Modernist Brooches
Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s American Modernist Brooches
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Crystal, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Swedish Modernist Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century British Modernist Brooches
Gold Plate
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Finding the Right brooches for You
Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
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.
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 on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To tell if a brooch is vintage, take a look at its fastener. Pieces made during the first half of the 20th century often had a long thin fastener that you push to open or close. This style of hardware is commonly known as a trombone clasp. Locking safety clasps emerged during the 1930s, and jewelers used them throughout the rest of the 20th century. You can also check brooches for a date stamp or research the maker's mark to determine who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine the age. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or professional jeweler examine the piece. On 1stDibs, find a variety of brooches from some of the world's top sellers.