$164Sale Price|20% Off
Crystal Snail Pin Brooch in Gold, Vintage Late 1900s
Located in Milford, DE
A sparkling snail, decorated with rose, peridot, and turquoise crystals. Vintage, like-new. Wonderfully preserved.
Crystal, Gold Plate
$9,900Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb White Enamel Vintage Studded Snail 0.10 Carat Diamond Brooch Pin
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Vintage David Webb Studded Snail 0.10ct Diamond & Enamel 18K Gold Brooch This work of art in gold and enamel holds true to David Webb's creations in jewelry. It features a beautiful...
Diamond, Enamel
Diamond Gold Snail Pin by MAUBOUSSIN Paris.
By Mauboussin
Located in Southampton, NY
A beautifully modelled diamond and gold snail pin with ruby set antennae by Mauboussin Paris.
18k Gold
Vintage Christian Lacroix golden large snail design brooch, as hat & scarf pin.
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Vintage Christian Lacroix golden large snail design brooch, can be hat pin, scarf pin. Perfect gift jewelry.
Gold Plate
HERMES Vintage Snail Pin Brooch, Limited Edition Noël 1995
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES vintage gold tone snail pin brooch with a green enamel Christmas tree. 1995 Limited Christmas edition.
Gilt Metal
Multi-Gold Diamond and Quartz Snail Pin
Located in Southampton, PA
This pin is unique yet sophisticated. The pin is made primarily of 18K white gold and is shaped like a snail.
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Onyx & Mother Of Pearl Snail Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Snail Brooch Featuring A 0.01 Carat Round Diamond Eye With Onyx & Mother of Pearl Body. Finished Weight Is 6.0 Grams. 1 Inch Length.
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.03 in D 3.94 in L 2.64 in
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Enamel Pheasant Brooch Set in Silver on Gold
Located in London, England
The brooch is secured to the reverse with a hinged pin and snail-hook fitting. There is an estimated total rose cut diamond weight of 0.15 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Enamel
Italian Sterling Silver and Enamel Snail Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Italian sterling silver and enamel snail pin. Beautifully hand enameled, featuring red, yellow and a hint of green enamel on a swirl shell.
Sterling Silver, Enamel
HERMES Vintage Set of Two Christmas Pin Brooches
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
Embossed NOEL 95 HERMES on the snail pin. Embossed HERMES 98 NOEL on the shooting star pin. 1995 SNAIL PIN indicative measurements : max. height approx. 3.1 cm (1.22 inches) / max. ...
Gilt Metal
Hermès Vintage Yellow Gold Snail Shell Pin Brooch
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adorable vintage Snail Shell pin brooch made by Hermès of 18k textured yellow gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer Signed Fabrice Paris Mother Pearl Brass Snail Gold Tone Brooch Pin
By Fabrice
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Vintage Designer Fabrice Brooch featuring a Mother of Pearl Snail. Hand crafted Brass Gold tone mounting. Measures 2 3/8"long. Signed: FABRICE PARIS. Whimsical and fun to wear!
Gold Plate, Brass
Hermès Vintage Tie Clip in Silver Snail Pattern Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Authentic Hermès Tie Pin Pattern: Cute Snail Probably a vintage item Made of Stering Silver "HERMES" and silver hallmarks engraved at back Measurements: 6,2 cm at longest / 1,6 ...
Silver
Sterling Silver and Citrine Snail Pin by John Fix
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver and Citrine Snail Pin by John Fix
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Black Onyx, Mother of Pearl and Diamond Snail Pin
Located in Greenwich, CT
Vintage snail pin in 18k yellow gold, with carved black onyx shell and mother-of-pearl body, accented by round brilliant-cut diamonds.
1980s David Webb Fantastic Large Enamel Diamond Gold Snail Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
He has 2 diamond eyes and a black glossy enamel. This snail pin weighs 36.4 grams. This snail pin is approx. 1 3/8 inch high by 2 3/4 inch across by 1 inch deep
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Gold Snail Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Adorable snail brooch by Tiffany & Co, set in 18k yellow gold with diamonds. Measures 30mm x 16mm. Marked Tiffany & Co and 750.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Piaget Tiger's Eye Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Gold Whimsical Snail Pin
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
18kt yellow gold hand Carved Tigerseye whimisical Crawling Snail Double Clip Brooch May be Worn Horizontal Or Vertical Furher Embellished With A High Irridescence Hig quality Mother ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
Art Deco Cartier Snail Form Diamond Platinum Stick Pin
By Cartier
Located in Boston, MA
Featuring a large half moon shaped diamond for the shell of the snail and two custom cut baguette shaped diamonds for the body of the snail, this pin also features two platinum wires...
Diamond, Platinum
David Webb Platinum Diamond Earrings with Hanging Dangling Coral
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Each suspending a smooth coral drop, from a platinum cap, accented by baguette-cut diamonds these gorgeous David Webb earrings are absolutely stunning. Earrings are 3.4 inches long, ...
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. Spray Diamond Platinum Necklace and Earrings Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set by Tiffany & Co. Part of TIffany & Co's Spray Collection. With 1Necklace: 299 Round Brilliant cut diamonds VVS clarity, G color total weight...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Blooming Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A splendid example of the house’s fascinating floral jewelry, these Van Cleef & Arpels Paris diamond stud earrings, designed in a stunning clustered bloom, emanate light and beauty. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 5.00 Carat Flawless Fancy Pink Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. The color of this diamond is much bette...
Pink Diamond
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl Tassel Crystal Links Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Dusk Pearl Rock Crystal Diamond White Enamel Necklace—a masterpiece that seamlessly combines luxury and artistry. This dramatic ...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$22,840
H 0.44 in W 0.99 in L 9.01 in
10K White Gold Natural Diamond Royal Blue Topaz Elegant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Royal Blue Topaz and Diamond Necklace Metal Type: 10K White Gold Total Item Weight: 112.9 Grams Sizable: Yes Length: 9.0 in X Width: 25.0 mm X Height: 11.0 mm 1: Primary Stone: Topa...
Diamond, Topaz, 10k Gold, White Gold
A Pair of Rare Late Georgian Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of late Georgian open-work diamond drop earrings, set with three graduating old brilliant-cut diamonds, the principal pear shaped diamonds weighing approximately 3.5 carats th...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
David Webb Platinum 6.50cttw Diamond Panther Animal Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Unleash your inner panther with the David Webb Platinum 6.50cttw Diamond Panther Animal Earrings, an extraordinary expression of feline grace and luxury. Crafted in platinum, these...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$240Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.63 in W 2.5 in
Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Butterfly Pin Brooch, Green and Blue Enamel
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
A stylish butterfly pin brooch from Kenneth Jay Lane. This golden critter is painted with emerald green and indigo blue enamel. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Kenneth Lane, Made in USA
Gold Plate, Enamel
$2,240,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 85.10 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 85.10 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace An extraordinary Riviera tennis necklace showcasing 85.10 carats of natural oval brilliant cut diamonds, meticu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
David Webb 18K Gold & Platinum Green Emerald And Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the vivid world of color with this exuberant, voluptuous, and audacious diamond and emerald necklace by David Webb. A vintage masterpiece crafted in platinum and ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$977,500
Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An Important Ruby and Diamond Necklace 209.10 carats of certified “Intense Red” Ruby 92.43 carats of colorless round, pear and marquise cut diamonds Set in Platinum 17.5 inch...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
David Webb Platinum Carved Emerald and Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the luxurious allure of the David Webb Platinum Carved Green Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings, where the rich green hues of emeralds meet the brilliance of diamonds in an...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
David Webb White Diamond Ruby Enamel Gold Platinum Zebra Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Diamond Ruby Enamel Gold Platinum White Horse Bracelet Impressive 18k gold and platinum white enamel horse bracelet, crafted by David Webb for Animal Kingdom collection. ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Graff 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Rubies Suite Necklace
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
Graff 18K yellow gold diamond and rubies suite necklace, a true embodiment of luxury and elegance. This beautiful jewelry set is meticulously crafted and showcases the perfect fusion...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
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