Vintage Flower Brooches
Antique 1830s British Brooches
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches
Ruby, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches
Ruby, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Retro Brooches
Gold-filled
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Pearl
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Brooches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Artisan Brooches
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches
Turquoise, 14k Gold
1990s Italian Modern Brooches
Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Diamond, Ruby
20th Century French Brooches
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches
Mixed Metal
20th Century Brooches
20th Century Brooches
20th Century French Brooches
Gilt Metal
20th Century Brooches
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Brooches
Late 20th Century Brooches
Vintage 1960s Modern Brooches
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Brooches
20th Century French Brooches
Gilt Metal
20th Century French Brooches
Gilt Metal
20th Century American Retro Brooches
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Mid-20th Century Italian Romantic Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k ...
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Vintage 1980s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Gold
1990s Modern Brooches
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Brooches
1990s French Artisan Brooches
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s American Contemporary Brooches
Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century French Brooches
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Brooches
Base Metal
Vintage 1970s American Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century American Retro Brooches
Crystal, Gold Plate
20th Century Brooches
Gold Plate
1990s French Brooches
Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches
Ruby, Rose Gold
1990s French Brooches
1990s French Brooches
Mid-20th Century French Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s American Artisan Brooches
Gold
1990s French Brooches
Vintage 1970s French Brooches
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Brooches
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century European Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
20th Century Brooches
Late 20th Century Swiss Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Modernist Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century French Brooches
Enamel, Gilt Metal
20th Century French Brooches
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Vintage Flower Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- What is a navette brooch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A navette brooch is a brooch that features a gemstone in a Marquise cut. Its sides gently curve and meet at points on either end. Shop a variety of gemstone brooches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are old brooches made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Old brooches may be made of a variety of materials. Silver and gold are the most commonly used, but some may be fashioned out of brass, nickel and other metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and modern brooches.
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