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brooches

  • plural
    of brooch.
    brooch
    noun
    a clasp or ornament having a pin at the back for passing through the clothing and a catch for securing the point of the pin.

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Salt crystals used to treat the garments were also reproduced on jackets and brooches.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

The museum also confirmed it lost a bust, brooches, a perfume bottle, two bracelets, comb, hatpin, belt buckle and several necklaces and pendants.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026

Known for its extravagant style, D&G has been selling brooches for men since entering the jewellery world in 2015, and they are "still important in more formal collections", a spokesperson said.

From Barron's ● Jan. 20, 2026

From her “controlled chaos” come intricate, ornate, one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings, brooches and rings.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 30, 2025

Opening the jewelry box, she rummaged through the compartments of glittering pendants, brooches, and rings.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull