Vintage silver (925) sword brooch in gift box this exquisite small silver brooch comes in a nice box very well made quality item 6 cm long
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The history of brooches can be traced back to the Bronze Age, when they were used to fasten clothing. They were originally simple pins made from flint, thorns, or base metals. Over time, brooches became more decorative and were used as markers of social status.
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Early brooches
Fibula
The Roman clasp, or fibula, was a safety pin-like brooch that was used to fasten cloaks and tunics.
Bronze Age
Brooches were made from simple materials like flint, thorns, and base metals.
Iron Age
Metalworking techniques like casting, wire making, and metal bar-twisting were used to create brooches.
Brooches in different eras
Georgian
Brooches were often foil backed to change the color and luster of the gemstone.
Victorian
Mourning brooches were popular, often with black enamel and a lock of the deceased's hair. C clasps were also popular during this era.
Art Nouveau
Brooches were light and airy, with vibrant colors and nature-inspired designs.
Grand Tour
Brooches were small souvenirs of trips to Venice, Florence, and Rome, often depicting ancient Roman architecture, flowers, animals, and birds.
Art Déco
Double clips were popular, which could be worn as a brooch or as two separate clips.