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Vintage Ruby and Diamond Snake Brooch
Located in London, GB
snake's form, capturing the essence of movement. The combination of vibrant rubies and sparkling diamonds
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20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Art Deco 1920s 10.00 Carat Diamond Ruby Double Clips
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 10.00
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Meghna Jewels Butterfly Emerald Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Style Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning brooch cast in 18 karat gold. It is hand set 5.84 carats emerald, ruby, sapphire and
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Brooches

Materials

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

Multi Gem Art Deco Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gem Art Deco Brooch Gold Type: 18K Yellow Gold 8 rubies, 6 emeralds & 11 diamonds total
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

LaCloche Art Deco Multi Gem Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch
By LaCloche
Located in New York, NY
Of hexagonal outline, the openwork geometric plaque designed as a circular and baguette-cut diamond
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1945
Located in Firenze, IT
highlights and single-cut rubies, diamonds approx. 0.75ct total, set in platinum and 18 kt yellow gold.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Mauboussin Art Deco Love Birds Ruby and Diamond Pin, ca. 1920s
By Mauboussin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Mauboussin Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Lovebirds Pin, ca. 1920s A very romantic Art Deco pin from
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Platinum Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking example of Art Deco-era craftsmanship, this 1920s platinum brooch features a vivid
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Vintage 1920s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oscar Heyman GIA Certified Ruby and Diamond Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rubies and dazzling diamonds in a masterful Art Deco-inspired design. Featuring five cabochon rubies
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Black Pearl Emerald Diamond Ruby Bee Brooch
Located in Montgomery, AL
Ruby Gemstones; Estimated Combined Weight: 0.02 Carat 71 - 1.5mm Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds; GH Color
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20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1925s Art Deco Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Line Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
the shape of a curved bar with typical Art Deco lines, the top of the brooch is set with rose-cut
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...

Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
baguette Emeralds in this brooch although photography doesn't show this. Art Deco platinum brooches with
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Vintage 1930s Canadian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch
Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
1920 Art Deco Platinum 1.00cttw Old European Diamond Ruby Oval Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Diamond Details: Weight: 1.00cttw Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: I Clarity: VS Rubies Diamond Details
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Tutti Frutti Moonstone Diamond Flower Pot Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
diamonds in both fancy yellow and white totaling approximately 2.60cttw . It is also set with carved rubies
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Moonstone, Emerald, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

18ct Yellow Gold Vintage Ruby Diamond Clover Brooch
Located in Sydney, NSW
18ct Yellow Gold Vintage Ruby & Diamond Clover Brooch This exquisite 18ct yellow gold brooch
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sophia D. Ruby and Diamond Leaf Brooch
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
ruby weighing 3.59 carats. Surrounding the ruby are diamonds totaling 7.06 carats, meticulously set to
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2010s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Pair of Cartier Art Deco Ruby, Diamond and Platinum Clips, Circa 1937
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A pair of Cartier, Art Deco, ruby and diamond double clips, with a triple row, raised, bombé
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum

Fancy Cut Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Vintage Brooch
Located in Aspen, CO
Fancy cut white diamonds are border with fine natural sapphires and rubies. A spectacular long
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Rose Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Napoli, NA
Wonderful example of an 18kt rose gold Art Deco brooch. The jewel represents a bow and although it
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

1910s Antique Pearl Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Art Deco ruby brooch has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The brooch has an
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Flower Shaped Multicolor Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pendent
Located in New York, NY
The Flower Shaped Multicolor Diamond Brooch Pendant of 20.8 grams is a stunning piece of jewelry
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1990s Indian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, R...

Ruby and Diamond Brooch/Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.69 carats and Diamond 1.37 carats Brooch/Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 5.3 cm
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2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Duck Stick Pin Diamond Accents and Ruby Eye Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
a ruby eye, presents a conversation-worthy twist on classic Art Deco geometry. Versatile Styling
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Raymond Yard Art Deco Tutti Frutti Brooch
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New York, NY
Raymond Yard Art Deco Tutti Frutti Brooch Description: A magnificent floral basket brooch by
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20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby with Diamond Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.78 carats with Diamond 0.41 carats Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 4.6 cm
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2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Rubies and Diamonds Brooch Pendant, 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
750" - Occupied with 10 brilliant-cut diamonds in a krapp setting of approx. 0.25 ct and 8 faceted
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1950s Ruby and Diamond Substantial Brooch
Located in Wailea, HI
1950s Ruby and Diamond Substantial Brooch Looking for a statement piece of jewelry that will turn
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

Diamond sapphire green emerald and ruby brooch 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous art deco parrot brooch in 18k white and yellow gold. Composed of round brilliant diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco 14 Karat Gold Diamond and Ruby Equestrian Riding Crop and Horseshoe Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Art Deco riding crop and horse shoe pin or brooch. In platinum-topped 14K gold with 16
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20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Enamel Insect Bug Fly Brooch Art Nouveau Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Nouveau - Art Deco Enamel, Rose Cut and Old MIne Cut Diamond, Ruby
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel

Platinum, Diamond, Carved Ruby, Carved Emerald, and Carved Sapphire Clip Brooch
Located in Princeton, NJ
A striking platinum, diamond, carved ruby, carved emerald, and carved sapphire clip brooch circa
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond Red Pink Ruby Edwardian Style Circle Ribbon White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
the diamonds and rubies captures the timeless glamour of the Art Deco era. Perfect for adding a
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Peacock Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Brooch in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Gorgeous Peacock Diamond Ruby Sapphire & Emerald Brooch in 18k White Gold. This magnificent peacock
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Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

A Cartier New York Art Deco Tutti Frutti Double Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
cut diamonds with calibré-cut ruby accents. Cartier’s Tutti Frutti is one of Art Deco’s most
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby, Diamond and Brown Diamond Lion Brooch set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.95 carats, Diamond 0.28 carat and Brown Diamond 7.68 carats Lion Brooch set in 18K Rose Gold
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2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby Diamond Hat Motif 18K Yellow Gold Convertible Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Ruby and diamond brooch in 18K yellow gold featuring mystery-set ruby hat design with diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Antique 18K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Filigree Brooch with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
throughout the piece, offering subtle flashes of light with every movement. Together, the rubies and diamonds
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Brooch from ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION Gold with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Brooch From ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION White and Yellow gold 18kt with Diamonds ct 8.59
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Fish Brooch Pin Diamonds Onyx Art Deco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
jewel a distinctive art déco look. All of our pearls are untreated: their natural color and high luster
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco Tutti Frutti clip brooch in platinum and gold, crescent moon
Located in PARIS, FR
sapphires, nine emeralds and fourteen diamonds. Art Deco brooch, in the style of Cartier Paris Tutti Frutti
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Elegant bar golden brooch with rubies and diamonds, Spain, circa 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful golden bar brooch with elements of platinum, set with diamonds of a total weight of about
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold

Diamond, Ruby, Colorful Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Parrot Brooch/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
For all bird, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique Enamel, & Diamond Parrot brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond, Multicolor Enamel, Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dolphin Pendant/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
For all ocean, animal, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique Enamel, Diamond, & Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond, Ruby, Multicolor Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Seahorse Pendant/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
For all ocean, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique Enamel, Ruby, & Diamond seahorse
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sophia D, 3.49 Carat Art Deco Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
3.49 Carat Art Deco Inspired Egyptian Revival Platinum Brooch with Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, and
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2010s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum and White Gold Diamond Bow Brooch with Burma Ruby Center
Located in New York, NY
investment and a versatile adornment, this ruby and diamond bow brooch reflects both the romance of a bygone
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Ruby, Diamond, Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladybug Luxury Brooch/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
For all animal, insect, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique Enamel, Diamond, & Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond, Multicolor Enamel, Ruby 18 Karat Gold "Elephant Herd" Luxury Brooch
Located in New York, NY
. CERTIFICATE: Authenticity Certificate & Gift box Included Total Diamond weight: .20 Carats Total Ruby Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Swan Brooch Pin Diamonds Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The swan brooch is set with 9.82 carats of top quality diamonds (color, clarity and cut, F-G/VVS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Coral, Crystal, White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Deco Sailfish Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This glamorous Antique art deco aquamarine diamond brooch pin is crafted in platinum and weighs
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Ruby with Diamond Brooch/Pendant set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 17.61 carats with Diamond 0.80 carat Brooch/Pendant set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings (chain
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2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Brooch in Yellow Gold 18 Carats Circa 1960 diamonds and ruby
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Stylized foliage brooch in 18 carats yellow gold decorated with 6 rubies and two diamonds
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Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond, Ruby, Enamel 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Butterfly Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
For all insect, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique rainbow Enamel, Ruby, & Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Diamond, Ruby, Enamel 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Octopus Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Weight: 0.25 Carats Ruby Weight:0.05 carats Total Stone Weight: 0.30 Carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Platinum Floral Carved Ruby 2.88ctw Old European Diamond Halo Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a beautiful vintage carved natural ruby brooch crafted from solid platinum. The
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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum

Estate Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Ruby Platinum 4.2 Gm Pin / Broach VS Quality
Located in New York, NY
**Estate Art Deco Diamond Platinum Pin/Broach - VS Quality** This exquisite piece is a stunning
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Ruby, Diamond, Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Colorful Frog Luxury Fashion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
For all animal, and nature lovers, here's our charming & unique Enamel, Diamond, & Ruby frog brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Art Deco Diamond Ruby Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the art deco diamond ruby brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 295 vintage editions and 7 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect art deco diamond ruby brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. An art deco diamond ruby brooch from Cartier, Erté and LaCloche — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an art deco diamond ruby brooch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Art Deco Diamond Ruby Brooch?

On average, an art deco diamond ruby brooch at 1stDibs sells for $7,984, while they’re typically $650 on the low end and $183,325 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.