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1940 Antique Diamond and Ruby Brooch in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Ruby brooch beautifully handcrafted in yellow gold. The details are as follows
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Belgian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage diamond brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Belgian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1940
Vintage Belgian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Circa 1940
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H 0.43 in W 0.83 in L 2.17 in
Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Flamenco Dancer Brooch, 1940
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Flamenco Dancer Brooch. Created in 1940. This fine and impressive
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier emerald and diamond fox brooch, circa 1940.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier emerald and diamond fox brooch. Set with two oval cabochon natural emeralds in open back
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum

Retro 18k Gold Ruby and Diamond Carriage Clip Brooch, circa 1940
Located in Goettingen, DE
Retro 18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Carriage Clip Brooch, circa 1940 Decorative gold brooch in the
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Vintage 1940s Austrian Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Vintage Diamond, Ruby and Pearl Yellow Gold Bird Brooch, circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
verified as 18 karat gold. This impressive brooch is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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

Brooch circa 1940 in 18 Kt gold, rubies diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Lapel brooch around 1940 in 18 Kt yellow gold, 18 Kt white gold, synthetic red stones and diamonds
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Vintage 1940s European Art Nouveau Brooches

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

Brooch circa 1940 in 18 Kt gold, rubies diamonds
Brooch circa 1940 in 18 Kt gold, rubies diamonds
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H 0.99 in W 1.58 in
Brooch 1940 in 18 Karat White Gold and 7 Carat of Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional Brooch Knot around 1940-1950 in 18 kt white Gold and Diamonds. Vibrant Knot shape with
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1940'S Dress Clips Rubies and Diamonds Convertable to Brooch 14K Rose Gold
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
1940'S Dress Clips Rubies and Diamonds Convertible to Brooch 14K Rose Gold 31.58 Pennyweight 16
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Deco Retro 1940 Brooch Wristwatch 14kt Gold Platinum 5.54ctw Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
details in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with parts accented in platinum for the setting of the diamonds
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Brooches

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

1940s Retro Diamond and Rose Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Retro 15 karat rose gold and diamond brooch, circa 1940, designed as an ornate bow supporting two
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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

1940s Retro Diamond and Rose Gold Bow Brooch
1940s Retro Diamond and Rose Gold Bow Brooch
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W 1.75 in L 2.63 in
1940s Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage diamond brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings. The asymmetric
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch
1940s Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch
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H 0.35 in W 0.62 in L 1.73 in
RETRO 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sun Flower Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this superb floral brooch circa 1940's. A true stunner this brooch is
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

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

Butterfly Diamonds Brooch Ruby Color Enamel 18 Karat Gold Floral Unisex, 1940
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Diamonds Ruby Color Enamel Butterfly 18 Karat Gold Floral Pin Brooch. The butterfly body set with
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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

1940s Turquoise and Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.75 carat turquoise and 0.33 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold bar brooch
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Turquoise and Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
1940s Turquoise and Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
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H 0.12 in W 0.74 in L 1.3 in
Diamonds, 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Enamel Gold, Retro Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Retro brooch realized in 14k yellow gold and enamel gold
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Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14k White Gold Diamond Pendant and Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.1 grams Measurement: 1.5 inch long
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

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White Gold

Garnet and Diamond Dog Brooch
Located in New York, NY
wear on a chain if desired. In 14K gold, circa 1940’s.
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold

Garnet and Diamond Dog Brooch
Garnet and Diamond Dog Brooch
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W 1.5 in L 1.5 in
18 Karat Gold and Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage horseshoe brooch with 18 karat yellow gold and brilliant diamonds, Italy 1940-1950s
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Early 20th Century Italian Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Heavy Elegant 18k bow Brooch - 1940's collar pin - solid gold rose cut diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
18k yellow gold. We love this wonderful example of a mid-century brooch crafted during the late 1940
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Period 18 Karat Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An 18 karat gold 'Retro' period twirling ribbon brooch set with diamonds and aquamarines. The
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 1940s Enamel and Diamond Parrot Bird Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
cut diamonds and natural ruby eyes with a total gold weight 34 grams and brooch lenght 10cm made in
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

18 Karat Rose Gold Brooch with Diamonds and Rubies, circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Retro brooch circa 1940's . Classically designed with round brilliant Diamonds and Rubies set in 18
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rene Boivin Iconic Diamond Gold Starfish Brooch
By Rene Bovin
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Rene Boivin Starfish Brooch Set in 18 karat gold with diamonds With Maker's Mark and
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Vintage 1940s French Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Retro Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A regal 1940's Tiffany & Co. Sapphire and Diamond brooch made in 18K yellow gold. The brooch
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Revival Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Pearls, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Retro Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Original antique brooch realized in 18k yellow gold and
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Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Style Diamond and White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco style 0.27 Carat diamond and 18 karat white gold brooch; part of our
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Style Diamond and White Gold Brooch
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Style Diamond and White Gold Brooch
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H 0.2 in W 0.55 in L 0.15 in
1940s Sapphire Diamond Gold Poodle Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
The 23 diamonds weighing approximately 0,74 ct. The fine chiseling in the gold symbolizes the
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1940s Sapphire Diamond Gold Poodle Brooch
1940s Sapphire Diamond Gold Poodle Brooch
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H 2.09 in W 1.34 in
Oscar Heyman Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Retro Oscar Heyman Brothers gold, platinum, sapphire and diamond brooch. 18 kt., the polished
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Retro Diamond and Two Tone Gold Ribbon Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Retro Old Mine Diamond and Two Tone Gold Ribbon Brooch Round cut diamond set in the
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

1940's Cartier Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fanned Retro Unisex Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Clip style brooch is designed as a yellow gold form with fanned rose gold extensions Featuring a
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Retro Blue and Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York, 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

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

Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch A 14-karat gold brooch set with 21 round cut diamonds
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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

Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch
Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch
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W 2 in L 2.25 in
Brooch 1940s in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamonds and Rubies Platinum
Located in Paris, FR
Lapel clip brooch in the shape of an eventful knot in 18K yellow gold and platinum, adorned with
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

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

Diamond 18k Gold Spray Brooch
Located in Summerland, CA
Lovely spray of diamonds. 18k white gold with 22 full cut diamonds and 19 single cut diamonds
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond 18k Gold Spray Brooch
Diamond 18k Gold Spray Brooch
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W 1 in D 0.5 in L 3 in
Retro Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro Diamond Brooch A 14-karat yellow and white gold brooch set with round cut diamonds Stamped
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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

Retro Diamond Brooch
Retro Diamond Brooch
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W 1.5 in L 2.25 in
Vintage Pin Brooch in Yellow and White Gold with Sapphire and White Diamonds
Located in Bilbao, ES
Delicate vintage pin brooch in the shape of a bird pearched on a twig. Chiseled in yellow gold
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Artisan Brooches

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Sapphire, White Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 3.60 Carat Garnet 0.78 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 3.60 carat garnet, 0.78 carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold and
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver

1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and 18k white gold set flag brooch; part of our diverse diamond jewellery and estate jewelry
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch
1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch
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H 0.14 in W 1.34 in L 1.18 in
Sasportas, France Retro Gold, Ruby and Diamond Stylized Flower Brooch/Pendant
By Sasportas
Located in New York, NY
A Retro ruby, diamond, and gold clip brooch in the form of a stylized flower, with pendant loop, in
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

1940s Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch, 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
A 1940s Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The size is two
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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

Retro Diamond Gold Scroll Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Gracefully curved scroll brooch with diamonds. The diamonds are graduated in size with a total
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Vintage 1930s Retro Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Diamond Gold Scroll Brooch
Retro Diamond Gold Scroll Brooch
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W 1.38 in L 1.5 in
Vintage Pink Sapphire Tourmaline Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, 18 carat yellow and rose gold, platinum set brooch; part of our diverse vintage brooch
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...

Vintage Pink Sapphire Tourmaline Diamond Gold Brooch
Vintage Pink Sapphire Tourmaline Diamond Gold Brooch
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H 0.34 in W 1.79 in L 2.52 in
Retro Gold, Cabochon Citrine, and Diamond Stylized Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold brooch of stylized bow design with a crescent of cabochon citrines and diamonds, in
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1940s 1.16 Carat Diamond and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine color and brilliance. This large ruby and diamond bird brooch is an exceptional gauge of gold and
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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

Seaman Schepps Gold, Diamond and Emerald Leaf Clip-Brooch
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Seaman Schepps Gold, Diamond and Emerald Leaf Clip-Brooch 7 old European and transitional-cut
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Gold

14 Karat Gold, Platinum and Three Old-Mine Diamond Domed Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
14 kt., 3 old-mine cut diamonds ap. .65 ct., 20 old-mine cut diamonds ap. 1.80 cts., c. 1945, ap
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Retro Cartier Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Cartier Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Double Clip Brooch. Featuring six round brilliant cut
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

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

Diamonds, Orange Coral Button, Rose Gold Retrò Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Classic brooch/pendant necklace in 14kt Rose Gold with ct
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Vintage 1940s Italian Brooches

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold

French Gold Brooch with Turquoise, Diamond and Ruby by Janca
Located in New York, NY
A French 18 karat gold brooch with turquoise, diamonds and rubies by Janca. The semicircular brooch
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Vintage 1940s French Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Buccellati Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Buccellati 18t patinated Yellow Gold & Silver Brooch with a Large Pearl with Rose
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Vintage 1940s Italian Romantic Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Retro Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Ribbon Double Clips Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
diamond and gold ribbon swirl in accented with prong set rubies. The brooch and fitting are 18k rose
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Cartier Bow Brooch, ca. 1940s. The bow is studded with old-cut diamonds of circa 2.5
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
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W 1.19 in L 2.96 in
1940s Gold, Diamond, and Multicolored Hardstone Vine Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and diamond brooch designed as a vine leaf with a tapering line of cabochon amethyst
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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Carnelian, Chalcedony, Diamond, Moonstone, Turquoise, Amethyst, Gold, 18...

Mikimoto Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in New York, NY
This adorable pearl and diamond brooch from Mikimoto is the epitome of stylish charm. Set in 18k
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.05 Carat Diamonds, 3.5 G Carved Cameo, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing retrò brooch in 14K rose gold and silver structure
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Old Art Deco gold brooch with diamonds, circa 1940s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Elegant gold brooch with diamonds from the early 20th century. Made of 18 carat white gold with
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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1940s 18k Gold Retro Sapphire and Diamond Clip Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very sleek and elegant Sapphire and Diamond Clip Brooch made in the 1940s, depicting the typical
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940s 18k Gold Retro Sapphire and Diamond Clip Brooch
1940s 18k Gold Retro Sapphire and Diamond Clip Brooch
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H 0.4 in W 0.87 in L 1.74 in
Ruby Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Set with 14 rubies weighing circa 7,0 ct. and 56 diamonds partly in old-mine-cut weighing
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

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

Ruby Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
Ruby Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
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W 2.36 in L 2.36 in
Retro Color Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1940's. Antique yellow and white diamond Diamond Clip-Brooch. This brooch features scrolled
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Vintage 1940s British Artist Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Color Diamond Brooch
Retro Color Diamond Brooch
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H 2.76 in W 1.58 in
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Diamond And Gold Brooches 1940 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the diamond and gold brooches 1940 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 Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 336 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a diamond and gold brooches 1940 may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. 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. Finding an appealing diamond and gold brooches 1940 — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 old european cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Finding a diamond and gold brooches 1940 for sale for women should be easy, but there are 86 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Diamond And Gold Brooches 1940?

The price for a diamond and gold brooches 1940 starts at $545 and tops out at $120,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $5,868.

Finding the Right brooches for You

Antique and vintage brooches, which are decorative jewels traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

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.

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 on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.