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Pins & Brooches - General

The brooch reflects an ultimately aesthetic invention that arose out of a purely functional object. It finds its origins in the ancient world, as our early ancestors grappled with dressing. Once humans began draping themselves in fabrics and cloaks, there arose a need to fasten these wraps in place.

The solution was the rudimentary brooch or pin that joined folds of fabric securely such that the wearer could go about his or her daily business. Over time, these utilitarian attachments evolved to be a symbol of luxury. Important rulers would port pins crafted from gold, and elegant ladies would wear brooches bedecked with gemstones and pearls as a sign of both wealth and status.

This luxurious adaptation of the brooch continues today, with the world’s finest jewelry houses still conjuring decadent pins for the most refined of wearers. From celebrities to the common lady, the brooch is an assured treasure for your jewelry collection.

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Australian 'Mt Magnet' Gold Fields Brooch,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Australian 'Mt Magnet' Gold Fields Brooch,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD2,000- AUD4,000
AUD5,25011 Bids
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Celestial Water Bearer: Aquarius Zodiac Brooch Estate Jewelry Enameled and Jeweled
Jun 15, 2:00 PM MST
Celestial Water Bearer: Aquarius Zodiac Brooch Estate Jewelry Enameled and Jeweled
by Ace Of Estates
Est: $0- $0
$1707 Bids
Exquisite Tiffany Co Love Knot Circa 1910 14k Gold Antique Large 22.3g Brooch Pin
Jun 28, 12:00 PM EDT
Exquisite Tiffany Co Love Knot Circa 1910 14k Gold Antique Large 22.3g Brooch Pin
by Hess Fine Art
Est: $1,500- $2,000
$4505 Bids
Two Australian Themed 9ct Gold Brooches,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Two Australian Themed 9ct Gold Brooches,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD150- AUD250
AUD2004 Bids
Australian Levinson 15ct Gold Goldfields Nugget Brooch,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Australian Levinson 15ct Gold Goldfields Nugget Brooch,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD2,000- AUD4,000
AUD1,8004 Bids
Australian Larard Bros. Goldfields Mining Brooch,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Australian Larard Bros. Goldfields Mining Brooch,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD300- AUD500
AUD3004 Bids
10K Yellow Gold American Dietetic Association Pin
Jun 14, 12:00 PM MST
10K Yellow Gold American Dietetic Association Pin
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$1504 Bids
A Victorian 15ct Rose Gold Etruscan Revival Brooch with High Carat Yellow Gold Plating
Jun 24, 6:00 PM AEST
A Victorian 15ct Rose Gold Etruscan Revival Brooch with High Carat Yellow Gold Plating
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD150- AUD300
AUD2404 Bids
CHANEL
Jun 19, 8:00 PM CEST
CHANEL
by Tajan
Est: €80- €100
€2404 Bids
Two Australian Willis & Sons 9ct Wishbone Brooches
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Two Australian Willis & Sons 9ct Wishbone Brooches
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD200- AUD300
AUD2002 Bids
DEKORATIVE BLÜTENBROSCHE.
Jun 18, 1:00 PM CEST
DEKORATIVE BLÜTENBROSCHE.
by Auktionshaus Wendl
Est: €0- €0
€2802 Bids
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15x div. Nadeln, einige Silber
Jun 27, 11:00 AM CEST
15x div. Nadeln, einige Silber
by Auktionshalle Cuxhaven
Est: €0- €0
€202 Bids
New Zealand 9ct Gold Stick Pin,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
New Zealand 9ct Gold Stick Pin,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD80- AUD120
AUD802 Bids
Two Australian Themed Gold Stick Pins,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Two Australian Themed Gold Stick Pins,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD60- AUD100
AUD502 Bids
GOLD MOUNTED IVORY BOX & SWORD BROOCH
Jun 28, 11:00 AM EDT
GOLD MOUNTED IVORY BOX & SWORD BROOCH
by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Est: $200- $300
$602 Bids
MIKROMOSAIK-BROSCHE, LAUT ÜBERLIEFERUNG AUS DEM BESITZ DER FÜRSTIN VON LIEGNITZ.
Jun 18, 1:00 PM CEST
MIKROMOSAIK-BROSCHE, LAUT ÜBERLIEFERUNG AUS DEM BESITZ DER FÜRSTIN VON LIEGNITZ.
by Auktionshaus Wendl
Est: €0- €0
€1,7002 Bids
CHANEL
Jun 19, 8:00 PM CEST
CHANEL
by Tajan
Est: €80- €120
€902 Bids
Rare 19th Century Australian Goldfields Brooch,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Rare 19th Century Australian Goldfields Brooch,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD6,000- AUD8,000
AUD5,2502 Bids
A 14 karat gold stick pin.
Jun 18, 9:30 AM BST
A 14 karat gold stick pin.
by Martel Maides
Est: £30- £40
£282 Bids
VEILCHENBROSCHE.
Jun 18, 1:00 PM CEST
VEILCHENBROSCHE.
by Auktionshaus Wendl
Est: €0- €0
€302 Bids
Australian 15ct Gold Kangaroo Brooch, c.1860,
Jun 14, 10:30 AM AEST
Australian 15ct Gold Kangaroo Brooch, c.1860,
by Aalders Auctions
Est: AUD800- AUD1,200
AUD8002 Bids
REPRÄSENTATIVE ART DÉCO-BROSCHE.
Jun 18, 1:00 PM CEST
REPRÄSENTATIVE ART DÉCO-BROSCHE.
by Auktionshaus Wendl
Est: €0- €0
€1,5001 Bid

Sellers Who Sell Pins & Brooches - General


Noonans Mayfair

Noonans Mayfair

Omni Auction Corp

Omni Auction Corp

Aalders Auctions

Aalders Auctions

Auktionshaus Wendl

Auktionshaus Wendl