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White Gold Modern Style Brooch with Natural Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom brooch is made of 18 karat white gold. It features 5 round diamonds and a
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Whit...

Diamond Ruby Gold Lizard Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 14k white gold pin features sparkling old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.00Ct Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch / Pendant Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique 1920s diamond brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with 14k white gold settings
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Vintage 1920s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant naturalist 14kt. Gold and brilliant white diamond brooch (1.25 CT)
Located in New Orleans, LA
Elegant naturalist 14kt. Gold and brilliant white G-J SI-I diamonds of approximately 1.25 CTs. The
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

Mid-Century Brutalist 14k Gold, Diamond, and Large Grey Baroque Pearl Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist brooch. In patinated 14k yellow gold. Prong set with a large baroque pearl in a
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Diamond Wreath Brooch- Necklace, circa 1940s 4.10 Carat in White Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Diamond Wreath Brooch- Necklace, circa 1940s 4.10 Carat in White Gold Twenty One Round Brilliant
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

Onyx, Rock Crystal and Diamond Bow Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning antique brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a silver setting. The pierced decorated
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Vintage 1930s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 1960s Pearl and 1.45 Carat Diamond White Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
brooch has been crafted in 14k white gold. The bar style brooch is ornamented with a feature 6mm pearl
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold 0.50ctw Sapphire Diamond Bee Fly Insect Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Bezel Style Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.02ct (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.52 (approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Large Buddha Themed Red Jade and Diamond Brooch/Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Style: Buddha Themed Brooch/Pendant Metal: 14k Yellow & White Gold Diamond
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Antique Early 19th Century Anglo-Indian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Krementz 14k Gold Platinum Rock Crystal w/ Diamond Engraved Bar Brooch
By Krementz Co
Located in Montclair, NJ
(approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.01ct
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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1970s Onyx, Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage onyx, 0.08 carat diamond and 14k yellow gold pendant/brooch; part of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant #22301
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant- Exquisitely carved and timelessly elegant, this vintage
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14ct White Gold, Victorian Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Rose Diamond Cockrel Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Cockrel Brooch Tests 14ct Gold Circa 1900 This antique cockerel brooch, crafted circa
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Large Vintage 14k TT Gold 3.0ctw Round Diamond Covered Fly Bee Insect Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
back and wings, in which are white gold, with two neatly set at the eyes. The diamonds show a nice
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Filigree, Diamond Synthetic Sapphire Brooch / Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Filigree Synthetic Sapphire and Diamond Brooch/Pin This elegant brooch
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold GIA Carved Cameo Aquamarine Diamond Frame Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.40ctw (approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Figural Lion Brooch with a Diamond Set Mane, App. 0.21 TCW
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold brooch. This wonderful brooch is a stalking lion profile, matte sandblasted
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20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Brooch Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
:- SEBC-12005B (14k) Gross Wt. :- 12.89 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 11.51 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 3.20 Ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold, Camphor Glass and Diamond Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold, Camphor Glass and Diamond Brooch/Pin- This elegant camphor glass brooch is
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch / Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch/Pin- This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile framed
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Art Deco Filigree Pin with Diamond Blue Spinel
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Art Deco Brooch with diamond. Tests 95% platinum and weighs 3.2 grams. The pin & latch are white
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, White Gold

Anitque Art Nouveau 14k Green Rose Gold Diamond Textured Flower Leaf Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine & Single Cut - Prong Set - White Color
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Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Marquise and Round Diamond Open Heart Brooch / Pendant in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
and refined craftsmanship. Set in lustrous 14 karat white gold, the brooch features a harmonious blend
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14ct White Gold Rock Crystal Cultured Pearl and Diamond Floral Brooch 11.93g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
-cut diamonds, securely set in 14ct white gold. This exquisite piece carries the Vienna mark, dating
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rock Crystal, White Gold, 14k Gold

EDWARDIAN 1905 Enameled White Pansy Pendant-Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled white Pansy flower brooch. This is a beautiful three-dimensional five-petals
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches

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

Diamond Red Pink Ruby Edwardian Style Circle Ribbon White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
motif. The brooch is adorned with radiant diamonds that add brilliance, while vibrant rubies enhance its
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Butterfly Pin Brooch Clip with Diamond Ruby Emerald
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely colorful pin made of 14 karat yellow and white gold, set with diamonds, rubies, and emeralds
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Brooches

Materials

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

4.00ctw Tanzanite 1.20ctw Diamond Pin/Pendant 14K White Gold Filigree
Located in Sewickley, PA
vivid violet-blue hue at its center. Meticulously crafted in 14k white gold, the piece features
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Unique Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond Floral White Gold Brooch for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Brooch White Gold 14K Diamond 66-RND-0,43-G/SI3A Pink Sapphire 49--RND-0,44 2/1C Ruby 106-RND-0,86
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Brooches

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

Carved Jade Diamond Blue Sapphire Emerald Onyx Panther White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond panther climbing on a branch brooch crafted in 14k white gold, its body set with round
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.61 Carat Gradient Blue Topaz Baguette Cut Diamond White Gold Pendant Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
A striking contemporary unisex brooch–pendant crafted in 14K white gold, showcasing an elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Heart Detail Open Circle Diamond Brooch / Pin in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
clarity ensuring a refined sparkle from every angle. Crafted in 14 karat white gold, the brooch is both
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Ruby 14 Carat White and Yellow Gold Bee Brooch
Located in London, GB
rub over set for its eyes. The upper part of the bug is crafted in 14 carat white gold, whilst the
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1990s Unknown Modern Brooches

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

Vintage 1950’s 14K White Gold Diamond Bouquet of Wheat Pin
Located in Boston, MA
true treasure. Crafted in luxurious 14K white gold, it showcases a elegant bouquet of wheat design that
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Moissanite Round Baguette Diamond Antique Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
radiant 14k white gold. At the center of this striking piece is a dazzling 1.5-carat round brilliant-cut
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Cameo 14 Karat White Gold Brooch Diamond Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
lovely 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Pin . Depicting a lovely lady with a wonderful diamond necklace
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14k Gold Diamond Gemstone Baroque Pearl Artist Painters Pallet Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent, handmade, vintage brooch or pendant is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold. It
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Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, ...

Antique 14k Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Seed Pearl Target Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Egyptian Revival 14k Gold Pharaoh Bird Diamond Pearl Dangle Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding antique brooch was crafted during the art nouveau era from solid 14k yellow gold
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Vintage 1920s Egyptian Revival Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Gold 1.14ctw Diamond Carved Black Onyx Fluer De Lis Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Carat Weight: 1.14 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold w/ Solid 14k Yellow Gold Backing Total
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Vintage 1930s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Diamond Starburst Brooch / Pendant in 14 Karat White Gold Sandblast Finish
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
or pendant for an effortlessly statement-making touch. Metal: 14 White Gold Closure: Hinged stick
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Pearl, Garnet, Ruby and Diamond Brooch in 14k Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and silver set sweetheart brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry
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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Big Coral, Onyx, Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and White Gold Brooch.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Graceful tulip shaped brooch in 14kt white and rose gold structure composed of leaves of yellow
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

13.91 Ct. Coral Sapphire Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
and timeless design. Brooch Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K White Gold Width: 38 mm. Length: 35
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 1900 Enameled White Pansy Flower Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
-1910. This brooch has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with high polished
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

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

ART NOUVEAU brooch with enamal and old European cut diamonds 1.00ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
ART NOUVEAU 14k white gold brooch decorated with black enamel and set with old European cut
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Love Birds w/ Nest on Branch Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous vintage brooch that is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold with white gold
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Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Victorian brooch with pearls and old mine cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k gold and silver brooch set with pearls and old mine-cut diamonds up to 1.20 ct - G/H
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Edwardian Style Diamond and Pearl Filigree Brooch 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: 14K White Gold Closure: Hinged stick pin Cultured Pearls: 3 Natural Diamonds: .50 ctw Diamond Cut
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

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

Victorian brooch with enamel, pearls and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver brooch decorated with enamel, pearls and rose diamond up to 0.10ct - G
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

VICTORIAN Brooch with pearl and rose cut diamonds 0.40ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver brooch set with pearls and rose diamonds. 0.40ct. - G/H - SI detailed
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Two-tone Gold Plum Flowers Drop Brooch with Diamonds in White and Yellow Gold
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Two-tone Plum Blossom brooch in 18 karat white and yellow gold with a removable citrine drop
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Ruby Emerald and Diamond Frog Brooch / Pendant
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This charming vintage frog brooch doubles as a pendant and is crafted in 14K gold with a striking
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold

Victorian brooch with pearls and rose cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold branch brooch with stone pearls and rose diamond up to 0.20 ct - G/H - SI
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Solid White Gold Spiral Grooved Pink Tourmaline Diamond Pearl Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold - 14k White Gold jump ring at Tourmaline Weight: 23.91 Grams Overall Height
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

14K White Gold Blue Beryl, Blue Topaz and Diamond Pendant
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Blue beryl, blue topaz, and diamond pendant in 14k white gold setting. The setting tests 57% with
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

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14k White Gold Brooch Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 14k white gold brooch diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold. Our selection of items includes 778 vintage examples as well as 106 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of 14k white gold brooch diamonds includes designs that are universally popular, but Retro and Victorian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, Tiffany Co. and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. There are many round cut, old european cut and old mine cut 14k white gold brooch diamonds for sale. When shopping our range of 14k white gold brooch diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 14k White Gold Brooch Diamonds?

On average, 14k white gold brooch diamonds at 1stDibs sell for $2,492, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $250,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 White Gold Brooch Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.