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Foxglove Flower Enamel and Diamonds Pin
Located in New York, NY
The pin is finely crafted in 18k gold with different colors of enamel and diamonds weighing
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Emerald Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Emerald Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 16 diamond VVS1
Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Gold Double Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Adore this prominent and beautiful Estate Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Double Flower Pin Brooch! This
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Wander Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Yellow Sapphire Citrine Flower Pin
By Wander
Located in Dallas, TX
Wander 18K Yellow Gold Flower Pin Pendant with Golden Pearl, Diamonds, Yellow Sapphires and
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

3.75 Carat Diamond Platinum and Yellow Gold Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful brooch pin crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum showcasing 80 round brilliant and
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

French Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Brooch Pin Clip, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
to your jewelry collection. Made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold and set with thirteen carved
Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier manner flower gold brooch, jabot pin, circa 1910-1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
decorative structure made of 18-carat yellow gold is based, topped with intricately carved flowers made of
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Cartier manner flower gold brooch, jabot pin, circa 1910-1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
decorative structure made of 18-carat yellow gold is based, topped with intricately carved flowers made of
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Trefle Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Flower Pin
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
of VVS clarity amounting approximately to 0.70ct is placed upon precious 18K yellow gold for an
Category

Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Ruby Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
floral brooch is set in 18-karat yellow gold and weighs 15.3 grams. Measuring 3.5 cm by 3.5 cm, it
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pansy Flower Enamel Pin Brooch, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian pansy pin is beautifully enamelled and set with 5 fine clear Diamonds. 1890, 18K Gold
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond and Emerald Textured Flower Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom made Material: 18k yellow gold Gemstones: 7 round emeralds = 0.25cttw Diamonds: 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Coral Flower in Hand Pin
By Cartier
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
creation of various hand designs and the bright orange coral flower was meant to lighten the mood. And
Category

Vintage 1940s British Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Pave Pink Sapphire and Diamond Flower Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 3.01cttw Color: G Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Flower Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 8.90cttw Color: F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond En Tremblant Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Striking En Tremblant brooch pin crafted in 18 karat yellow gold featuring 16 round brilliant cut
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Ruby and Diamond Flower Pin, 1940s
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 and 10 karat yellow gold containing fourteen (14) 6.5 x 5mm natural oval cabochon cut rubies
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Bright Green Enamel Flower Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pin with Bright Green Enamel & center Diamond made in the late 70's Petals are highlighted
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond Dogwood Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful and authentic Dogwood flower brooch is crafted by Tiffany & Co. in solid yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Gradient Pink Sapphire Flower Brooch Pendant
Located in Flushing, NY
18K Gold Gradient Pink Sapphire Flower Brooch Pendant A Solid 18K White Gold Flower Brooch pin
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Tremblant Diamond 18 Karatr Yellow Gold Vintage Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful French Tremblant floral brooch handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The petals move and
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold brooch featuring approximately 3cts of round brilliant cut diamonds F color VS
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Henry Dunay Diamond Rose Quartz Calla Lily Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Rose Quartz Calla Lily Flower Pin Brooch By Henry Dunay. With 121 round
Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold

Vintage Hammerman Brothers Diamond Rose Flower Night Day Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Ruby Large Pendant Pin Brooch by Hammerman Brothers. This vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Large Yellow Gold and Diamond Magnolia Flower Brooch Pin
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Van Cleef & Arpels 18K yellow Gold Magnolia Flower Brooch, measuring 2 1/2 inches in
Category

Early 2000s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Henry Dunay Diamond Rose Quartz Calla Lily Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Rose Quartz Calla Lily Flower Pin Brooch By Henry Dunay. With 121 round
Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold

Diamond and Ruby Flower Brooch Pin, circa 1970
Located in Miami, FL
Enchanting brooch pin circa 1970s crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold featuring 66 round
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Paulding Farnham Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Gold Flower Pendant Pin
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as an edelweiss flower with dimensionally layered petals Petals are coated by
Category

20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Karat White Gold Large Pave Diamond Flower Pin 35 Carat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Stunning flower brooch encrusted with numerous round cut diamonds crafted in 18k white gold. It has
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Delightful brooch pin crafted in 18 carat yellow and white gold, encrusted with 109 round brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Enamel Ruby Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Large Flower Pin Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire & Ruby Enamel Large Flower Brooch by Tiffany & Co. With 56 round
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1960 s Italian Blue Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Flower Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Italian blue enamel floral brooch handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The vintage brooch, circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Retro Large Flower Ruby and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro Large Flower Ruby and Diamond Brooch Pin is a true statement piece that captures the essence
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Merin 3 Dimensional Mesh Ruby Emerald Diamond Flower Pin
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Merin 18k 3 Dimensional Mesh Ruby Emerald Diamond Flower Pin Original handmade Merin 18k
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Italy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Brooch Pin, circa 1980s, Rare
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
) Condition: Great Signature: Tiffany & Co . / 18k / Italy
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Krementz 1905 Art Nouveau Flower Enameled Pin Brooch in 18Kt Gold With Diamond
By Krementz Co
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Enameled flower pin created by Krementz & Co. Beautiful colorful piece, created in New
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Co. France 2.5 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Striking Tiffany and Co. brooch pin, finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold featuring 29 round
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl and Diamond Flower Pin or Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
. The rich 18 karat yellow gold compliments the creamy pearls and bright diamonds perfectly. The brooch
Category

Vintage 1950s American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Coral Hand and Flower Pin Brooch, circa 1937
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Cartier Hand and Dandelion Flower Pin Brooch, ca. 1937 A delightful piece, where a corallum
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian 18 Karat Gold 2.40 Carat Old Mine Diamond Flower Dangle Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent antique dangle bar pin crafted from solid 18k yellow gold
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS Diamond Mother of Pearl Flower Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold diamond, mother of pearl pin brooch from Van Cleef & Arpels Flower collection
Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Circa 1960s Cartier 7.68 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
From the esteemed House of Cartier emerges a magnificent brooch, artfully sculpted from 18-karat
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s French Ruby Enamel Flower Pins Brooches Set of 3
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Set of 3 Magnificent French Floral Pins fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold and enamel. The petals of
Category

Mid-20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Paris Mid-20th Century Diamond Flower Pin Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
VVS clarity. Textured 18 karat yellow gold pedals surround the diamonds and measures approximately
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch with Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K YELLOW GOLD FLOWER WITH DIAMOND BROOCH/PIN 9.00GRS Specifications: MAIN stone: ROUND CUT
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Julius Cohen Emerald and Diamond Estate Pin
By Julius Cohen
Located in Dallas, TX
Julius Cohen Emerald and Diamond Estate Pin - 18K yellow gold flower pin, weighing 5 carats of
Category

20th Century American Brooches

Buccellati Thistle Flower 18K Gold Silver Vintage Brooch Pin
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Make a statement at your next event with this exquisite Large Buccellati Flower Brooch Pin. A
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Tiffany Co. Vintage 18k Gold Daisy Flower Brooch Pin
By Tiffany Co.
Located in San Fernando, CA
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Daisy Flower Paloma Picasso collection 18k Yellow Gold Hallmarked: (c
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Calla Lily Flower Brooch / Pin 18K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Calla Lily Flower Brooch / Pin 18K Yellow Gold The brooch weighs 8 grams, 63mm long
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vinatge 1960s Diamond Alabaster Rock 18K Gold Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
this flower's unique and high-quality look, Crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold, composed by (16) round
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Italian 18k Gold Cabochon Turquoise Hydrangea Flower Detailed Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous vintage pin/brooch that was crafted in Italy from solid 18k yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

43 Carat Diamond Gold Flower Pin
Located in New York, NY
This amazing 18k gold pin features sparkling round cut diamonds weighing approximately 43 carat
Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Vintage 9.80 Carats Diamond Flower 18k Gold Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
is hand-crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and solid platinum. Featuring a gorgeous blooming flower
Category

Vintage 1960s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co 0.50ct Diamond Gold Flower Pin
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 18k yellow gold pin by Tiffany & Co. The pin is set with sparkling round cut
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Tiffany Co. 18k Gold 0.60ct Sapphire Textured Flower Wreath Pin Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous vintage designer brooch was crafted in Italy from solid 18k yellow gold by Tiffany
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Rose Green Gold Florentine Finish Flower Leaf Diamond Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This very fine vintage flower brooch is so well crafted in solid 18k gold and is completely covered
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Platinum Large Flower Pin Brooch w/ 19.09ctw Emerald Diamond
Located in Montclair, NJ
This superb vintage brooch is very well crafted in solid 18k gold and solid platinum and features a
Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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18k Gold Flower Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18k gold flower pin for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 234 vintage or 33 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k gold flower pin may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A 18k gold flower pin from Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 18k gold flower pin of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 145, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and oval cut alternatives. When shopping for a 18k gold flower pin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 18k Gold Flower Pin?

On average, a 18k gold flower pin at 1stDibs sells for $5,500, while they’re typically $450 on the low end and $79,999 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.

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 18k Gold Flower Pin
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not 18K gold wears off depends on how it's made. The finish will not wear off of a piece of jewelry or another object made entirely out of 18K gold. However, wear can occur on pieces that feature 18K gold plating, a thin layer of gold applied over another type of metal. You'll find a large selection of gold jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    18K Italy gold is 18-karat gold produced in Italy. Karats tell you how much of a piece of metal is genuine gold. In the case of 18-karat gold, 18 parts are pure gold, and six parts are other metals. This makes 18-karat pieces 75 percent gold. You'll find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between 24K gold and 18K gold is how much pure gold the metals contain. Something made of 24-karat gold is 99.9% pure gold, while 18-karat gold items are 75% gold and 25% alloy metals. Generally, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant due to the presence of alloy metals. On the other hand, 24-karat gold tends to be more richly colored and expensive. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k is the perfect karatage for jewelry. While 24k is more prized and typically more expensive, it is also less dense and durable than 18k gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 18K gold is real gold. However, it is not pure gold. Something marked 18K is 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent metal alloy. On 1stDibs, shop a range of expertly vetted gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    18K green gold is an alloy created by mixing silver, copper and zinc with normal gold. 18K green gold is greener than 14K green gold. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of genuine 18K green gold from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gold dipped, also known as gold plated, pieces are considered real gold. The process coats a piece of metal or alloy with a layer of gold for a gold finish. Shop a collection of 18 karat gold jewelry, solid and dipped, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many people believe that 18k gold is worth buying. Due to the metal's durability, jewelry produced from 18-karat gold is often resistant to scratching and damage. In addition, the large amount of pure gold in the alloy gives white, rose and yellow 18-karat gold a vibrant color. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in 18-karat gold is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a diverse range of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    On a watch, 18K gold means that the watch features genuine gold. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The high gold content gives the metal an attractive color, while the alloy metals add strength to increase its durability. An 18-karat gold watch may be solid gold or gold-filled, which means it is primarily another metal that the watchmaker finished with a thin layer of 18-karat gold. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Many watch lovers believe that 18K gold is good for watches. An alloy, 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. The amount of gold makes the color of the alloy, whether it's white, yellow or rose, rich and visually appealing. At the same time, the addition of alloy metals increases the strength of the gold material. Explore a large selection of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k gold can tarnish, but it is uncommon. Pure gold does not combine easily with oxygen and therefore does not tarnish. The higher the karat, the less likely a piece of gold will tarnish.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, 18-karat gold can turn green in some circumstances. This type of gold is about 75 percent genuine gold and 25 percent alloy, and the other metal or metals used to produce it may react negatively to acidic substances. When this occurs, 18-karat gold may take on a greenish hue. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, 18K 750 is real gold. Gold pieces that bear this hallmark are 18-karat gold, a 75% pure gold alloy and 25% base metal. One of the most popular materials for fine jewelry, 18-karat gold shows off a rich yellow, white or rose color and resists scratching more readily than pure gold. Explore a wide variety of 18-karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A piece of jewelry or a decorative object marked 18K gold plated does likely contain real gold. The marking indicates that the item is metal under a layer of gold alloy that contains 75 percent gold and 25 percent other metal. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much your 18K gold chain is worth depends on several factors. As a material, 18-karat gold typically fetches a higher price than 14-karat and 10-karat gold on the scrap market because it contains more pure gold. When selling a piece for scrap, the length, thickness and weight of your chain will determine how much you can expect to receive for it. It's also possible that your chain may be worth more than the going scrap rate due to its style, maker, age and other characteristics. Consequently, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler evaluate your jewelry before you sell it. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of gold chains.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The price of gold per gram fluctuates with the market for gold. Today, 18k gold is worth roughly $44 per gram.