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1920s Austro-Hungarian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.49 Carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set bow brooch; part of
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sapphire Dragonfly 14k/Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
years ago of period-correct 14 karat gold and silver, the wings and body adorned with numerous, velvety
Category

Antique 1830s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Retro Pearl Diamond Gold Fanned Spokes Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Different size spokes are fanned on several levels to make this Retro brooch especially graceful
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Heart Pendant 1.14ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k White gold Diamond Pendant. Stamped 14k. Weighs 0.9 grams. 3 Center Diamonds 0.8ct each with 20
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Topaz, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Brooch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing brooch in 14 karat rose gold structure mounted with a central topaz; laterally, diamonds
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Flower Diamond Pin 14K White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Flower Diamond Pin in 14K White Gold. The pin features 51 round diamonds. Approximately
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hedges Co. Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Maroon Enamel 14K Antique Pansy Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
watchpin Stamped for 14 karat gold With maker's mark for Hedges Co. Circa: 1905 Measures: 2 1/2 x 1 1
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Shriner s Masonic Diamond Pin Brooch .15ct Old Mine 14K Antique 1870 s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Shriner's Masonic Diamond Pin Brooch .15ct Old Mine 14K Antique Original 1870's
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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant 3.6g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Australian opal and diamond in a 14k gold setting. Tests 14k and weighs 3.6 grams gross
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby And Diamond Peacock Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
rose cut diamonds with a total 14k gold weight of 16.50 grams hall marked 56 imperial Russian gold
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Antique 1890s Russian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

French Turquoise and Diamond Grasshopper Brooch in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This stunning and rare antique gold brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The brooch has been
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Antique 1830s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Citrine & Diamond Bow Brooch A brooch featuring a large center emerald cut citrine with two rows
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Mine Cut Diamond Bar Brooch, 1.75 Carats in 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Lv
Located in Austin, TX
, this gorgeous diamond bar brooch is beautifully made in 14 karat yellow gold and sterling silver! Made
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Diamond Frog Stickpin of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Whimsical 1890 Frog & Lantern Stickpin in 14k Gold with Diamond Accent A playful yet elegant
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Cameo 14 Karat White Gold Brooch Diamond Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
lovely 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Pin and Pendant. Depicting a lovely lady with a wonderful
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Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1900s 14k Rose Gold Pearl and Old European Cut Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14 Rose Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9 grams Diamond Details
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

0.20ctw I-J I1-I2 Diamond Opal Brooch/Pendant Set In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Sewickley, PA
This exquisite 14k yellow gold brooch pendant showcases a stunning arrangement of luminous opals
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

14K Lion of Judah Star of David Brooch–Pendant with Diamond Eye Royal Judaica
Located in Miami, FL
Inspired by ancient symbols of courage and divine protection, this commanding 14K solid gold Lion
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Mid-Century Round Ruby Diamond Spray Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's mid-century spray 14k yellow gold brooch with natural no heat GIA certified Rubies
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant 0.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold diamond cluster pendant. Stamped 14kp and weighs 3.1 grams. The diamonds are round
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Made of 14k white gold, this pin is set with sparkling round cut diamonds weighing approximately
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White ...

Antique Diamond Arrow Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
expertly crafted from a rich 14ct yellow gold, showcasing a sleek and elegant design. At its centre, a pear
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Gold Fly Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable Gold Fly Pin with Bulbous Gold Body and Diamond set Wings. Hand Crafted in 14K Yellow Gold
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1990s Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Blue and Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant blue and yellow sapphire brooch, circa 1940s. Set in 14k yellow and pink gold, it features
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Multi Gemstones Vintage Style Butterfly 14K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
The butterfly shaped brooch is finely crafted in 14k oxidized yellow gold. The brooch is
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Orchid Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany & Co diamond sapphire and yellow gold brooch circa 1950. * SPECIFICATIONS: DIAMONDS
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Blue Enamel Diamond Silver Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade early 1800's Georgian brooch with hand engraving, rose cut diamonds set in silver on 14k
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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant 0.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond heart pendant in 14k yellow gold. Stamped 14k and weighs 6.2 grams. Round brilliant cut
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant 1.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Diamond heart pendant in 14k yellow gold. Tests 14k and weighs 8.4 grams. The diamonds are round
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant 0.35ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold diamond heart pendant. Tests 14k and weighs 4.6 grams gross weight. The diamonds
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Edwardian 14K Pendant and Brooch with Old Mine Diamond and Pearls - VHK#
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.3 grams
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spider Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
of nature with the elegance of fine materials. Crafted from 14-karat yellow gold and 800‰ silver, it
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1900s Diamonds Sapphire Cabochon Rose Gold Lace Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 14 karat rose gold, and silver. Sublime brooch of the beginning of the 20th century, it
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Antique Early 1900s English Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Go...

1900s 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Brooch and Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.0 grams
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 14k Two Tone Gold 0.45ctw Pave Set Diamond Heart Safety Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.45ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Total Weight: 3.58 Grams Overall
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

10.00 Carat Citrine Peridot Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Peridot, diamond and citrine flower brooch. 6 pear shaped citrines with a round diamond center
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Victorian Antique Porcelain Diamond Gold Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
depicting a royal woman in an elegant dress and flowers in her hair. The 14k yellow gold frame features 1.20
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Antique Early 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Gold Pearl and Diamond Freeform Pendant Brooch
By Arthur King
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Brutalist 70s Pendant/brooch in the manner of Arthur King. The large 3 1/4 x 2" 14k tendril-like
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Estate 14k Swirl Ribbon Baguette Round Diamond Brooch Pin 6.40cttw G Vs1
Located in Winter Springs, FL
quality diamonds. Between large tapered baguette and round diamonds, there is approximately 6.40cttw and
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Rene Boivin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Brooch Pin
By René Boivin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This diamond brooch pin has been crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and set with fancy coloured
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Multi-Gem Basket Brooch with Carved Emerald, Sapphires, Rubies, D
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A vibrant and intricately detailed mid-century multi-gem basket brooch, crafted in 14K white gold
Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Butterfly Rubies Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
distinctive piece of jewelry for special events. In conclusion, this butterfly brooch in 14 karat yellow gold
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Emerald Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Emerald & Diamond Bow Brooch A bow brooch featuring a center round bezel set emerald, a large
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turtle Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold turtle brooch.Handmade by our artisans assembled with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Butterfly Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Butterfly 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver brooch. Butterfly Handmade by our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Contemporary Fourteen Karat White Gold Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom brooch is a stunning addition to any jewellery collection. Made of 14 karat white
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Diamond and Enamel Yellow Gold Duck Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 0.21 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold stick pin brooch in the
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Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

.20 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 1900's horseshoe brooch set with 15 square cut rubies and 12 rose cut diamonds. Fold up
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Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Amethyst Diamond Tourmaline Floral Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
This aesthetically alluring brooch pin is crafted in a solid 14K white and yellow gold, the latter
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Gold Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 14 karat red gold brooch with diamonds, Italy late 1800s Length 8.5 cm Width 1.5 cm
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Brooch A circular brooch set with round-cut diamonds and emeralds
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This stunning cameo features a lovely lady
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Enamel and Diamond UNICORN Carousel Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Enamel and .04tcw Diamond Gold Unicorn Carousel Vintage Gold Brooch. Hand crafted
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Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Circle Brooch
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat White Gold Vintage Diamond Circle Pin / Brooch having a floral design set with a large .60
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Emerald Bird Brooch White gold brooch set with 113 round diamonds weighing
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

1920s Art Nouveau Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Art Nouveau 0.84 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set brooch
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Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pearl Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
approximately 9.38 carats. Crafted from a combination of 18-karat and 14-karat white gold, this brooch
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20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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14k Gold Brooch Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 14k gold brooch diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 2565 vintage versions or 231 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 14k gold brooch diamonds made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Retro — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Tiffany Co., Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and SCALA GIOIELLI produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 14k gold brooch diamonds and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and old mine cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of 14k gold brooch diamonds for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are 14k Gold Brooch Diamonds?

Prices for 14k gold brooch diamonds start at $159 and top out at $250,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $2,797.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Brooches for You

Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like GucciVersaceDior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step. 

Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.

At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.

Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.

Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.

Questions About 14k Gold Brooch Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The term 14K gold, or 14-karat gold, refers to a type of gold alloy. The term alloy means a metal made of two or more base metals. In the case of 14-karat gold, 58.5% of the content is pure gold, and the remaining 41.5% is alloy metal. Due to the strength of the metal, many jewelry makers use 14-karat gold in their pieces. Find a wide variety of 14-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between 14K gold and 14K Italian gold is the place of production. Both types of jewelry feature 14-karat gold, an alloy that is 58.3% gold and 41.7% alloy metals. However, Italian gold pieces come specifically from artisans, workshops and factories located in Italy. You can find 14-karat gold made in many other countries. Shop a diverse assortment of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between 10K and 14K gold is how much of the metal's content is pure gold versus alloy metal. 14K gold is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy, while 10K gold is 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloy. Due to the increased amount of alloy metal, 10K gold tends to be stronger than 14K. On the other hand, the increased gold content of 14K gives the metal a richer color and a generally higher value. Explore a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a 14 karat gold chain is real gold and made of 14 parts gold and ten parts other metals. A 14 karat gold is usually mixed with copper, zinc, silver, palladium and nickel to increase durability. Browse a range of 14 karat gold jewelry, including chains, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, 14-karat gold earrings can be good. One of the biggest benefits of 14-karat gold is that the base metal content provides added strength, helping earrings resist scratching and damage. The downside to 14-karat gold is that its color often isn't as rich as purer alloys like 18- and 22-karat gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, 14k gold can be good for earrings. The precious metal is rich in color, making it an appealing choice for jewelry. It is also durable and reasonably priced compared to 18-karat gold. The biggest downside to 14-karat gold earrings is that they contain a larger percentage of base metals than 18-karat and may be more likely to cause sensitivity reactions in some people as a result. Explore a large selection of gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The value of a 14K gold bracelet is going to depend on condition and other factors. Because gold is traded on the stock market, its value fluctuates. 14K gold is a gold alloy that contains more than 58% pure gold. That said, 14K gold is worth 58.5% of the price of whatever 100% pure gold may be worth on a given day. Find a range of 14K gold jewelry today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    A 14-karat gold-filled watch is a watch made primarily out of base metals and then finished with a thin layer of gold. The term 14-karat refers to a gold alloy that is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% other metals. Compared to solid gold watches, gold-filled timepieces are typically more accessibly priced. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, 14k solid gold is real. However, it is not pure gold. The term 14-karat describes gold, which is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy metal. Adding alloy metal helps to make the gold more resistant to wear and tear. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of 14k gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, 14K gold is okay for earrings. In fact, many people opt for earrings crafted out of 14-karat gold. This type of gold is 53.8% pure gold and 41.7% alloy. The high content of base metals makes 14-karat gold strong enough to resist scratches, so earrings made from the precious metal can hold up to the effects of daily wear. Shop a diverse assortment of 14-karat gold earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, 14K MEX may be real gold. The MEX marking indicates that the piece comes from a factory or workshop in Mexico, while the 14K hallmark means that it is 14-karat gold, an alloy of 58.5% pure gold and 41.4% base metal. However, counterfeiters do sometimes place fraudulent hallmarks on jewelry made of less expensive materials. If you suspect your jewelry may not be genuine, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler evaluate it for you. Shop a wide variety of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The difference between 14k and 18k rose gold metal is that the 14k rose gold is less pure than 18k. 14k rose gold has a deeper pink color because of greater amounts of copper, whereas 18k rose gold has 75% gold and appears yellow. 14k rose gold is increasingly popular due to its brighter pink hue and resistance to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rose gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The value of a 14k gold chain is dependent on its weight, craftsmanship, brand name, condition and the market value of gold. The gold price per gram fluctuates but it was approximately $61 in early 2021. On 1stDibs, you can purchase a 14k gold chain at a variety of price points.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much a 14k gold necklace should cost will depend on its value on the precious metals market, as it changes every day. The average cost of 14k gold should be around $31 according to the market for gold. A 14k gold necklace’s value will depend on craftsmanship, origin, condition and other factors that include the market price. Find antique and vintage gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a 14K gold necklace is real, place a magnet on it. If you notice a strong attraction, the piece is unlikely to be genuine 14-karat gold because the gold alloy is not magnetic. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can also help you assess whether your piece is real gold. Find a wide variety of gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Cartier is known for only using 18k gold in their products, as well as platinum. Their attention to quality in materials and workmanship have contributed to their reputation for luxury. Shop an array of authentic gold and platinum Cartier pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    How much your 14-karat gold chain is worth depends on a variety of factors. In terms of value as scrap metal alone, the length and thickness of the chain will affect how much gold it contains, contributing to its value. Some chains may be worth more due to their maker, style, type, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can give you an idea of how much a particular chain may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of 14-karat gold chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, your 14K gold necklace may be worth something. Because it contains some pure gold, your necklace can likely be sold for scrap metal. How much you can expect to receive for it will depend on its weight and the current market conditions. Your necklace could potentially have value beyond the going price for 14-karat gold, depending on its age, style, maker, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can give you an idea of how much your piece may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    How much a 14K gold necklace is worth varies. Like other gold alloys, 14-karat gold has scrap value as a precious metal. The price per ounce of gold varies over time, and the thickness and length of your necklace will determine how much you can expect to be paid for it. Your necklace may have value beyond the going rate for 14-karat gold as well, depending on its age, style, maker and condition. You may want to consider having a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler evaluate your piece to give you an idea of its potential value. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a 14K gold chain is real, hold a magnet up to it. Real gold isn't magnetic, so if the magnet sticks, the necklace is unlikely to be real 14-karat gold. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler evaluate your jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of gold chains.