Collection: Brooches & Lapel Pins
The origin of the brooch can be dated back to the Bronze Age, during which initial versions were seen as basic pins with round loops. The simple decorations were commonly utilized for securing and attaching cloaks and other clothing in the winter season. Trope quickly points out that as artisans improved their abilities and iron became more accessible, brooches evolved to have intricate designs with spiral elements and a disk-like shape.

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This is a striking vintage gold-tone costume brooch with a bold, ancient-inspired aesthetic. The brooch has an irregular, tablet-like shape, reminiscent of an archaeological artifact or an ancient carved relief.
Regular price R 295.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This brooch is a stunning example of mid-century modernist elegance with a bold yet graceful design. Crafted in sterling silver with an opulent yellow gold plating, it features a dynamic, fluid form—almost like a ribbon caught mid-sway, frozen in a moment
Regular price R 395.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This is a scarce early Victorian sterling silver and black dot paste shoe buckle, which has been repurposed as a brooch.
Regular price R 485.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This is a stunning Antique Edwardian era hallmarked sterling silver and guilloché enamel bar brooch, crafted by the well-regarded silversmiths John Atkins & Sons, Birmingham, circa 1913.
Regular price R 795.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
Behold! A magical talisman from the past – this exquisite early 1900s brooch by none other than the legendary Norwegian (often confused as Danish) silversmith Marius Hammer.
Regular price R 1,095.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This costume brooch is pure vintage glamour with a dash of theatrical flair! Picture a grand ballroom in the roaring 1920s, where every accessory had to dazzle—and this Czech Art Deco beauty would have stolen the show.
Regular price R 445.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This is a rare and classic example of vintage Scandinavian Modernist jewelry, specifically a Georg Jensen sterling silver bar brooch, designed by Henry Pilstrup, a notable silversmith for Georg Jensen during the early to mid-20th century.
Regular price R 2,195.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver Mourning/Keepsake Locket Brooch is a remarkable and rare find. It is an exquisite example of Aesthetic Movement jewelry and Victorian mourning traditions, combining fine artistry and deep symbolism
Regular price R 1,495.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This circa 1920's Art Deco Czech costume brooch is a breathtaking piece that encapsulates the luxurious artistry of Bohemian glass jewelry, particularly the famed Peking glass tradition.
Regular price R 695.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This 1950s vintage costume brooch is a dazzling statement piece that radiates mid-century glamour! Crafted in a three-tiered domed sunburst shape, this brooch is an explosion of sparkle and sophistication.
Regular price R 395.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This marvelous vintage costume jewelry set—a starburst-meets-floral brooch paired with three-tiered drop clip-on earrings—is a rare and striking find from the 1960s, attributed to Ralph Polcini, a master Italian goldsmith.
Regular price R 1,095.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This remarkably large and exquisitely detailed sterling silver alligator brooch is a showstopper in every sense of the word. Designed to make a bold statement, it captures the essence of this prehistoric predator with extraordinary craftsmanship.
Regular price R 1,695.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This 1940/50's Egyptian Revival sterling silver brooch is a captivating tribute to the legendary Queen Nefertiti, one of ancient Egypt’s most iconic figures.
Regular price R 695.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This 1940/50's Egyptian Revival sterling silver brooch is a stunning and intricately crafted piece that pays homage to the grandeur of ancient Egypt.
Regular price R 695.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
This Art Deco-era brooch is an exquisite testament to both the bold geometric elegance of the 1920s and the centuries-old craftsmanship of Venetian Murano glassmaking.
Regular price R 595.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per -
Generous in size vintage Juliana (Delizza & Elster) Y-shaped wedding cake costume brooch, a rare find from the 1950s–1960s, featuring a highly collectible design that has been cataloged as a "book piece" in the Juliana Jewelry reference guide (page 273).
Regular price R 695.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per