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Antique brooches are wonderful, diminutive
works of art. These miniature masterpieces reflect the
artistry, craftsmanship and elegance of the past
and bring it into the present. Below are brooches and pins
that are ideal for a well appointed blazer or dinner jacket. |
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Radiant Star A radiant star illuminated with small, shimmering pearls and a deep purple amethyst. Between the rays of the star are pearl-set fleurs-de-lis. Created by Hans Brassler in 14kt gold circa 1910. Cost: $625 |
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Tourmaline and Pearls A lovely brooch set with a vibrant green tourmaline and six luminous pearls. Crafted in 14kt gold circa 1910. Cost: $465 |
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Art Nouveau Amethyst A vibrant amethyst set amid elegant guilloche enamel work framed by a border of gold bands and interlacing Art Nouveau curves. Created in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: $925 |
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Scottish Terrier A young Scottish terrier graces this elegant Art Deco brooch. The youthful Scottie has the determined, mischievous look of the breed. Created in 14kt gold, circa 1925. Cost: $465 |
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Sapphire and Diamonds An elegant filigree brooch with a bright blue sapphire and sparkling diamonds. Crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1925. Cost: $585 |
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Citrine Nouveau An alluring orange/root-beer citrine and two accenting pearls set amid leafy tendrils and intertwining scrolls. Created by H.W. Wheeler in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: $485 |
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Amethyst and Pearls A dramatic brooch set with a small dark amethyst and four pearls. Crafted in 14kt gold circa 1910. Cost: $465 |
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Gilded Age Splendor Richly detailed gold and enamel work framing a finely engraved blue guilloche enamel center accented with small pearls. Crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $875 |
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Brassler Coral A softly glowing coral set in a brooch that weds elements of Art Deco and Asian design. Created by Hans Brassler in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $745 |
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Horse and Riding Crop A classic equestrian brooch with a horse beautifully limned in the Art Deco manner and a finely rendered riding crop. Created by A.J. and Hedges & Co. in 14kt gold circa 1925. Cost: $565 |
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Lilies and Lotus A wine-dark garnet rests amid lilies and lotuses in a brooch with a hint of ancient Egypt. Crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $425 |
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Lilies of the Valley A Victorian mourning brooch with a flowing spray of lilies of the valley crafted in rose gold and set with small pearls. Cost: $285 |
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Roses and Citrine A lemony yellow citrine sparkles between golden roses and luminous pearls in a Hans Brassler "trellis" brooch crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $765 |
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Sapphire and Diamonds A vibrant sapphire and diamonds set in a "trellis" brooch created by Hans Brassler in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $465 |
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Pearls and Enamel A small brooch with pearls set in recesses between finely engraved panels of rippling waves framed in white enamel. Created by Riker Bros. in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $325 |
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Sapphires and Pearl An elegant Art Nouveau brooch with dark sapphires and a small pearl set amid flowing curves and draping acanthus leaves. Crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: $485 |
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The Triumph of Love Cupid's torch, a ribbon tied as a bow, the victor's laurel wreath and a small, luminous pearl illuminate this beautiful allegorical brooch. Created by Whiteside & Blank in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: $785 |
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Amethyst and Scrolls A late Victorian brooch with a lozenge-shaped, lively amethyst set in a finely chased gold border of flowing scrolls. Created in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: $565 |
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Pearls in the Breeze Breeze blown leaves (or are they wisps of smoke) accented with luminous pearls. Created 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: $645 |
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Sapphires and Filigree An elegant Art Deco circle brooch with sparkling man-made sapphires set in intricate filigree work framed by stylized leaf-and-vine borders. Created in 14kt white and yellow gold, circa 1925. Cost: $365 |
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Roses and Amethyst An elegant brooch set with a rich amethyst, bright pearls and golden roses inside a "garden wall". Created by Hans Brassler in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $745 |
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Retro Modern A striking brooch with a pastel purple amethyst set in bold, curving frame. Finely crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1940. Cost: $385 |
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Art Deco Geometry A jazzy Art Deco brooch in the bold geometric style of the 1920s. Crafted in 14kt white gold, circa 1925. Cost: $365 |
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Amethyst and Pearls A vibrant purple amethyst nestled in a swirl of Art Nouveau curves accented with four small pearls. Created by Whiteside & Blank in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: $625 |
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Citrine and Pearls A lambent golden citrine and bright, luminous pearls framed by gold roses and trailing sprays of leaves. Created by Hans Brassler in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $685 |
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Cornucopia An Art Deco carved carnelian brooch with two back-to-back cornucopia spilling apples, pears and cherries. Created by Taylor & Co. in 14kt gold, circa 1925. Cost: $345 |
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Ancient Pearl A hint of ancient Egypt graces this small pearl brooch created by Hans Brassler. Crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $365 |
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Brassler Amethyst and Pearls A beautiful brooch set with a rich purple amethyst and small, luminous pearls. Created in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: $785 |
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Fleur de Lys An elegant Edwardian diamond bar pin with fleurs-de-lys and quatrefoils. Crafted in 14kt white and yellow gold, circa 1920. Cost: $325 |
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Serpent and Acanthus A fierce lion-headed serpent with a tail of flame-like acanthus leaves warily guards this brooch with a jealous green eye. A glowing pearl is set in the center. Created by Carter, Howe in 14kt gold, circa 1890. Cost: Sold |
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Art Nouveau Ginkgo A beautiful Art Nouveau brooch of intertwined ginkgo leaves surrounding a lavender pastel Amethyst. Created by Whiteside & Blank in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Edwardian Sparkle A beautifully enameled bar pin set with a blue sapphire and two pearls. Created by Carter, Howe in 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: Sold |
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Art Nouveau Amethyst A lovely pale amethyst and glowing pearl rest between the wings of a fantastic night creature, perhaps a bat or exotic moth. Created in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Autumn A beautiful Art Nouveau brooch celebrating autumn. A woman in profile is surrounded by a myriad of blossoming chrysanthemums. Created by Bippart, Griscom & Osborn in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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The Dream A woman serenely dreaming amid four-leaf clovers. The clovers are set with sparkling dew drop-like diamonds. Created by Krementz & Company in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Scarab with Wings A mottled greenish blue scarab soars with finely detailed wings. This Hans Brassler brooch was crafted in 14kt gold circa 1910. Cost: Sold |
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Dragon and the Moon A magnificent chimera flies past a crescent moon. The beautifully sculpted dragon has finely feathered wings, a twisting, intricately scaled serpent's body and a tail that morphs into unfurling acanthus leaves. Created by Carter, Howe & Co. in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Fly Away! A wonderful brooch of a swallow in flight. Among the Victorians swallows were a symbol of a traveler returning safely home. Created by Riker Bros. in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Clover and Pearls A beautifully enameled Victorian lucky clover brooch. The edges of the petals and stem are gold and set with small graduated pearls. Created by Bippart, Griscom & Osborn in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Amethyst and Pearls A striking Art Nouveau brooch with pastel enamel leaves, pearl clusters and a small diamond surrounding a regal amethyst. Created by Krementz & Company in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Garnet and Pearls A petit Classical Revival pin set with a fiery red garnet and small luminous pearls. Created 14kt gold, circa 1910. Cost: Sold |
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Lion-Serpent and Pearl A Victorian chimera brooch with the head of a lion, feathered mane of an eagle and body of a serpent. Created by Carter, Howe in 14kt gold, circa 1890. Cost: Sold |
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Wavy Starfish A wavy starfish shimmers with forty-nine small pearls. This pearly denizen of tidal pools and rocky crevices is the perfect accoutrement for a walk along the seashore. Crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Peacocks and Scarab Green-eyed peacocks vigilantly guard a winged scarab. A beautiful example of late Victorian Egyptian Revival jewelry crafted in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Grapes and Pearls Beautifully detailed grape leaves and a cluster of fresh water pearls cascade across the oval frame of this Victorian brooch. Created 10kt gold, circa 1890. Cost: Sold |
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Edwardian Elegance An elegant Edwardian bar pin set with a sparkling Old European Cut diamond. Lace in precious metal. Crafted in 18kt gold, circa 1920. Cost: Sold |
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Clover and Crescent A crescent moon frames a lovely bouquet of finely enameled four-leaf clovers set with small pearls. This brooch was created by Krementz & Company in 14kt gold, circa 1900. Cost: Sold |
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Antique Cufflink Gallery Elegant cufflinks from the Gold and Platinum Age of cufflinks (1880 to 1950). Here you will find elegant cufflinks from the late Victorian through the jazzy Art Deco era. |
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Antique Stickpin Gallery Antique stickpins from the Victorian, Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Each stickpin is like a miniature piece of sculpture set atop shaft of gold. |
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Antique Brooch Gallery A gallery of beautiful brooches from the past. There are elegant jewels from the Victorian, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Art Deco and Mid Century eras. |
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Antique Dress and Tuxedo Set Gallery Elegant dress and tuxedo sets from the early 20th century are among the finest ever made. In this gallery you will find sets in a variety of elegant designs and fine materials. |
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Antique and Estate Jewelry Galleries Several galleries of beautiful jewels from the Victorian, Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Everything from flowing Art Nouveau brooches to dramatic Art Deco cufflinks. |
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