Modern Brooches
MODERN STYLE
Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
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Style: Modern
Missoni Jewelled Black Lucite Mask Brooch
By Missoni
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a rare iconic Missoni Italy brooch designed for their 1991 jewelry collection. The pin features a dimensional oversized carved tribal mask in blac...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper, Gilt Metal
Tiffany and Co Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Token of Nature-Inspired Elegance
Step into the storied world of Tiffany & Co. with this Vintage 14K Gold Leaf Brooch, featuring a delicate leaf motif and an inscribed ded...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cilea Paris Giant Turquoise Resin Ribbon Brooch
By Ciléa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite brooch from Cilea Paris is a piece of art to wear. It is crafted by hand with skillful attention to detail. Made with high-quality resin, it features a beautiful turqu...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
White and Black Enamel Bumblebee Golden Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! White and Black Golden Enamel Bumble Bee Vintage Brooch Pin. Gold tone mounting. Measuring approx. 1.4" h x 1" w . Exquisitely det...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Enamel
2019 Chanel A19K CC Logo Star Clover Pearl Charm Safety Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a charm safety pin brooch designed by Chanel for 2019 collection. The piece is gold plated. It features CC logo, star, flower, clover charms. They are adorned with clear crys...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Brooches
Francoise Montague Resin Pin Brooch Orange Poppy Flower
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris designed this charming dimensional pin brooch for French Jewelry designer Francoise Montague. The floral-inspired, hand-made artisanal resin brooch features a poppy flowe...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
14K Gold Vintage Cat Brooch with Turquoise Body and Gold Tail
Located in New York, NY
A Whimsical Nod to Feline Charm and Timeless Craftsmanship
Infuse your outfit or collection with a touch of playful elegance courtesy of this 14K Gold Vintage Cat Brooch, featuring a...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch 1.5 Inches Diameter
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Symbol of Refined Design and Enduring Value
Elevate your jewelry collection with this Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ribbon Brooch, crafted in 14K yellow gold. Notable for its grac...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany and Co Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bee Brooch with Ruby Eyes
Located in New York, NY
A Playful Icon of Nature and Luxury
Bring a touch of whimsical charm to any ensemble with this Tiffany & Co. Bee Brooch, crafted in radiant 18K yellow gold and adorned with ruby eyes...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Schiaparelli Rare Charming Jeweled Frog Brooch c 1960
By Schiaparelli
Located in University City, MO
SCHIAPARELLI Rare charming jeweled frog brooch c 1960
The unique brooch is designed with an enchanting frog perched
on a gilt metal lily pad leaf
The frog is embellished with a smo...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 14k Gold, Diamond, & 33 Ct. Turquoise Cabochon Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage white gold, turquoise, and diamond brooch.
In 14 karat white gold.
With a central 33.2± Ct turquoise cabochon surrounded by a halo of 22 round brilliant cut diamonds...
Category
20th Century Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold
Christian Lacroix Gilded and Jeweled Heart Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris signed brooch features a Baroque heart shape with a dangling charm. The gilded metal framing is carved and textured, topped with metallic bronze...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Cilea Paris Purple and Rust Butterfly Carved Brooch
By Ciléa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris designed this elegant, dimensional butterfly pin brooch. This fantasy-inspired hand-made artisanal resin brooch features an oversized butterfly with a textured pattern bu...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Brooch in a shape of a feather with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold brooch set with sapphire and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.25 carat - F - VS
detailed description:
The size of the brooch is 6.0 cm by 3.4 cm wide
Weight 11.9 gram...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Francoise Montague Resin Brooch Cocoa Brown Poppy Flower
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris designed this stunning dimensional pin brooch for French Jewelry designer Francoise Montague. The floral-inspired, hand-made artisanal resin brooch features a poppy flowe...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Lustrous Faux Pearl and Crystal Popcorn Vintage Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Faux Pearl and Crystal Colorful Popcorn Brooch. Featuring overflowing Lustrous Faux Pearls in a Sparkling Colorful Red and White Crystal Receptacle. Gold tone mount...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate
Cartier vintage ruby 18k yellow gold bee brooch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1990s, this vintage Cartier bee brooch is a whimsical yet luxurious piece, showcasing a .20-carat cabochon cut ruby set as the body of a stylized bee. Sculpted in poli...
Category
1990s Modern Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Lacroix Silvered Brutalist Brooch with Enamel
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking Christian Lacroix Paris rare brooch boasts a brutalist modernist triangle shape in silvered metal, all carved and textured, topped with cross, heart, stick, and square-...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Enamel
Signed Hroar Prydz Norwegian Gilt Sterling Silver & Enamel Butterfly Brooch
By Hroar Prydz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed Norwegian butterfly brooch.
In gilt sterling silver.
By Hroar Prydz, whose workshop eventually became part of David Andersen.
In the form of a butterfly with orange...
Category
20th Century Norwegian Modern Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Robert Lee Morris Gilded Snake Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a large, formidable, dramatic brooch to adorn a jacket or winder coat. Or a sash, or scarf or head wrap. So Glamorous and bold, this is iconic Robert...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
1980s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Tone Flower Bouquet Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a gold tone flower bouquet pin brooch designed by YSL in 1980’s.
The piece is gold plated. It features clear rhinestones.
Signed: “YSL. Made in France” (shown in photos)....
Category
20th Century Modern Brooches
Francoise Montague Resin Brooch Lemon Poppy Flower
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris designed this lovely dimensional pin brooch for French Jewelry designer Francoise Montague. The floral-inspired, hand-made artisanal resin brooch features a poppy flower ...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Vintage Signed Givenchy Paris New York Large Rope Tassel Bow Gold Brooch Pin
By Givenchy
Located in Sausalito, CA
This stylish vintage Givenchy brooch is a large, gold-tone piece designed in the shape of a tasseled rope bow. The twisted rope motif is a sign...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
14K Gold, Ruby, Emerald, & Diamond Figural Insect or Bee Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage figural gold pin or brooch.
In 14 karat yellow gold.
In the form of a bee or other insect with two small diamond eyes, a prong set emerald cabochon for the thorax, a...
Category
20th Century Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Handmade Natural Purple Sapphire Poppy Flower Brooch in 925 Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
Natural Purple Sapphire Poppy Flower Brooch Pin in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement. Crafted with love and attention to ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co Seagull Diamond Brooch Pin Small Platinum Signed Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Chic vintage Tiffany & Co diamond 'Seagull' brooch crafted in platinum (circa 1990s).
Diamonds total an estimated 0.75 carats (estimated at G-H color and VS1-2 clarity).
The bro...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antiqued Brass Frog Dangle Brooch By Jan Michaels, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s
- 4" x 1.5"
- Antiqued brass hardware
- Whimsical frog-themed with semiprecious stone details
- By Jan Michaels...
Category
1990s American Modern Brooches
LEA STEIN Turtle Faux Tortoise Brooch France, 1970’s
By Lea Stein
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970’s Lea Stein plastic tortoise brooch. French designer, Lea Stein, has often been recognized for her unique designs and particularly the method she perfected of layering Rhodoid ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Brooches
Monique Vedie Talosel Resin Tulip Floral Brooch, Line Vautrin School
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous Monique Vedie Talosel or resin brooch features a rare stylized dimensional tulip flower in textured orange salmon, light yellow, and green colors. The piece has a secur...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Brooches
Robert Lee Morris Gilded Sax Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Created during the accessory frenzy of the mid 1980's, Robert Lee Morris was creating up a storm of gold plated brass and silver jewelry for his collaborations with Donna Karan. This...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
1970s Bunny Rabbit Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Bunny Rabbit 14k yellow gold brooch.
The 1970s marked a significant era in jewelry design, characterized by bold aesthetics and playful motifs. Among...
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold & Enamel Tiger Brooch with Diamonds & Emeralds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A diamond, emerald, enamel and 18k gold tiger clip
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels, Italian
Signed VCA Italy, no.1K58-2
Gross weight approximately: 58 grams
Dimensions: 4in x 2in.
Featured...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Christian Lacroix Paris Modernist Gilded Brooch with Bronze Cabochons
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris signed brooch features a modernist shape in gilt metal, all carved and textured. The rare piece is topped with enameled bronze cabochons and com...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Maison Gripoix for Chanel Deep Coral Nacre Camellia Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Maison Gripoix for Chanel poured glass signature camellia pendant-brooch with deep coral nacre lacquer by Victoire de Castellane for Maison Gripoix ...
Category
1990s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Crystal Pavé and Lucite Swan Brooch By Kenneth Jay Lane, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s
- 2" x 2"
- Silver tone
- Clear crystal rhinestone pavé
- Black enamel detail
- Clear lucite
- By Kenneth Jay ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Brooches
SARAH COVENTRY - Large Faux Pearl & Silver Tone Brooch - Signed - Circa 1960's
Located in Chatham, CA
SARAH COVENTRY - Vintage faux pearl & silver tone brooch - hinged pin to the back - signed © SARAH COV - United States (Rhode Island) - circa 1960's.
Excellent vintage condition - n...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Brooches
Italian 14k Gold & Black Enamel Leopard or Panther Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Italian figural brooch or pin.
In 14k yellow gold.
In the form of a spotted leopard or panther. (Indeed, panthers can have spots...)
With a high polish finish to the collar...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Brooches
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels 1965 Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Coral Rose Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels, crafted in 1965, is a timeless piece in the shape of a delicate rose. Hand-carved from coral, the rose measures approximately 5cm...
Category
20th Century French Modern Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Crafted during the Art Deco era, this elegant platinum clip brooch showcases the timeless glamour of the 1920s and 1930s. At its center sits a luminous 10mm pearl, framed by a striki...
Category
20th Century French Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1990s Gilded Heart Brooch w/ Scroll Details & Dangle Accents By Edouard Rambaud
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s
- 1.8" x 2.6"
- Gold plated hardware
- Attributed to Edouard Rambaud (unsigned)
- Circa 1990s
- Estate acquired...
Category
1990s French Modern Brooches
Flower brooch set with amethyst, jade and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold brooch in the shape of a bouquet with amethyst, jade and brilliant cut diamond. 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI - dim. 5.7cm x 4.0cm
detailed description
the size of the brooc...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gilt & Crystal Rhinestone Panther Figural Brooch, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 2" x 2"
- Gold plated
- Clear crystal rhinestone accents
- Black enamel detail
- Green crystal rhinestone eyes
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- This item ...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Cartier Diamond Elephant Brooch Pin Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Finley detailed Cartier diamond elephant brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1980s to 1990s)
Pave set diamonds total an estimated 0.50 c...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Lacroix Paris Gilded Metal Jeweled Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mesmerizing Christian Lacroix Paris jeweled brooch features a geometric gilded metal framing with dangling charms, ornate with pearl-like, poured glass cabochons and pate de ver...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage Christian Lacroix Silver Tone Dark Crystal Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a rare motif pin brooch designed by Christian Lacroix in 1980’s. The piece is crafted in silver tone base metal. It features dark shiny crystals.
Signed: “CL - Made in Fran...
Category
20th Century French Modern Brooches
Björn Weckström Lapponia 'Bow of Argo' Brooch - 14ct Gold with Pearls
By Lapponia
Located in Glasgow, GB
Finnish 14ct yellow gold 'Bow of Argo' brooch by Björn Weckström for Lapponia, featuring three pearls.
• Assay: Hallmarked with Lapponia makers mark, '585' for 14 carat gold, Finnis...
Category
1990s Finnish Modern Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage IRADJ MOINI Turquoise Peridot Glass Flower Fur Clip Brooch
By Iradj Moini
Located in New York, NY
Large Iradj Moini floral bouquet fur clip 3 flowers with oval turquoise & peridot, clear rhinestones & color glass cabochon, Oversize brooch is crafte...
Category
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Materials
Peridot, Turquoise, Base Metal
Gilded Open Heart Brooch By Trifari, 1980s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 1.5" x 1.4"
- Gold plated
- By Trifari (signed on verso)
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent vintage condition
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Juliana Style Peach Moonglow Thermoset and Champagne Rhinestone Brooch, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- In the style of Juliana jewelry by DeLizza & Elster
- 2.2" x 2"
- Gold to...
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Modern Brooches
Estate 18K Clover Pendent Brooch Pink Tourmaline & Diamonds ~6.15CTW
Located in Fairfield, CT
Modern 18K Yellow Gold Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant
This modern pendant in 18k yellow gold centers on a geometric arrangement of square-cut pink tourmalines, totaling ~4.0 ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold Moonstone Brooch #1427, Torun for Georg Jensen
By Georg Jensen
Located in Glasgow, GB
An 18ct yellow gold and moonstone cabochon spiral brooch #1427, designed by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe for Georg Jensen. The piece showcases a captivating spiral design centred with a...
Category
1990s Danish Modern Brooches
Materials
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Iconic Lunch at the Ritz Kitty Cat Statement Brooch Pin and Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Oscar Worthy Iconic LUNCH AT THE RITZ Signed Show Stopper Enamel and Crystal Kitty Cat Brooch and Earrings. The Crystal embellished Brooch features a Kitty Cat with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches
Flowershaped brooch with ruby and pink quartz 18k yellow gold 7.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold in a flower shape set with ruby and pink quartz
detailed description:
the size of the brooch is 2.4 cm wide
weight 7.7 grams
set with
- 1 x 2.4 cm shape of a ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Brooches
Materials
Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Heavy solid gold 18k bow Brooch - sapphire collar pin, authentic diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are happy to introduce you to this lovely work of art from the 1980's. This collar brooch is crafted 18 K solid gold and depicts a lovely flowing ribbon forming a marvellous bow. ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Swan Brooch 18k Gold with Ruby, Chalcedony and Onyx - Vintage Animal Pin Brooch
Located in Magenta, IT
An onyx, white chalcedony, ruby and 18k gold swan clip brooch.
Stamped 750. Very good condition.
Dimensions 3x3 cm (approx.)
Weight 12.5 grams
Category
20th Century French Modern Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oscar de la Renta Lane Mythological Fantasy Goat Pin, Brooch, Pendant in Gold
Located in Milford, DE
A golden mythological horned animal pin to add some magical allure to your style! Can be worn as a pin brooch or a necklace pendant.
By Oscar de la Renta. Gold plated mythological ...
Category
2010s American Modern Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Mixed Metal Celestial Woman Figural Brooch By Ultra Craft, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 2.75" x 1.5"
- Gunmetal and gold tone
- Crinkle textured gilt moon, stars and heart
- By Ultra Craft (signed on verso)
- Circa 1980s
...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Brooches
Diafini 18k White Gold, Diamond and Sapphire American Flag Brooch
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This American flag brooch features full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.40 carats
Enhanced by square and calibré-cut rubies
Accented by round and calibré-cut sapphir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
