Garnet Tie Pin
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s British Retro Brooches
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern More Jewelry
Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s European Napoleon III Brooches
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Brooches
Amazonite, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Brooches
Crystal, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gilt Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Brooches
Garnet, Gold
Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Brooches
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Fashion Rings
22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s African Artist Drop Earrings
Garnet, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Czech Victorian Choker Necklaces
Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Brooches
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Garnet, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern More Jewelry
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Garnet
Antique 1880s American Brooches
Garnet, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches
Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Victorian Brooches
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Russian Russian Empire Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling ...
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Amethyst, Citrine, 9k Gold
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.
- What is a tie pin called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tie pin can go by various names including tie clip, tie slide, tie bar, or tie clasp. No matter what you call it, the purpose is the same—it attaches the tie to the shirt front, preventing it from moving around and keeping the wearer’s look sleek and smooth. Shop a collection of vintage and new tie pins from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How do I wear a vintage tie pin?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wear a vintage tie pin, position the pin between the third and fourth buttons of your shirt. Then, slip the pin through both layers of the tie. Finally, secure the backing. Find a range of vintage tie pins on 1stDibs.
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