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“Orient” Pink Tourmaline & Multi Gem Brooch Set in 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Tourmaline & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline, Zircon, 18k...

Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphires & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Italian Multi Sapphires & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Pla...

Bochic “Orient” Blue Topaz & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Blue Topaz & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Topaz, Oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Go...

Grassi ‘En Tremblant’ Gold and Multi-Gem Brooch
Located in New York, NY
‘En Tremblant’ brooch in yellow gold with rubies, sapphires, and turquoise by Grassi. Made in Italy
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Italian Rose Quartz & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Italian Rose Quartz & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rose
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Pink Sapphire, Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

The Bochic "Capri" Opal, Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Brooch In 22K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Gem, Ruby Fancy Sapphires Brooch Set in 22K Gold & Silver Multi
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Topaz, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Peridot, Opal, Amethyst, Silver, G...

Bochic “Orient” Sapphire & Multi Gem Brooch / Pendent Set In 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Sapphire& Multi Gem Brooch / Pendent Set In 18K & Silver Center Oval Shape Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Blue Sapphire & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Blue Sapphire & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby, Oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Multi Gem Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gem Floral Brooch An 18-karat yellow gold brooch set with 33 round cut diamonds, 9 round cut
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

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

Multi Gem Floral Brooch
Multi Gem Floral Brooch
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W 1.38 in L 1.88 in
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

Multi Gem Art Deco Brooch
Multi Gem Art Deco Brooch
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Gorgeous Multi-Gem Flower Spray Brooch
Located in Banbury, GB
This gorgeous flower spray vintage brooch set throughout with graduated floral clusters of
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Vintage 1950s British Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1930s era butterfly brooch is set with a whimsical combination of diamonds, green
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Multi Gem Bird of Paradise Brooch by Trio
By Trio
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gem Bird of Paradise Brooch made by Trio Seth with a baroque pearl, carved emeralds and
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage Multi Gem Gold Parrot Brooch Stick Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Whimsical Vintage Multi-Gem Parrot Stick Pin. Securely Hand set
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Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Antique Banded Agate, Enamel and Multi-Gem Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Agate & Multi Gem Gold Brooch with black & white enamel Renaissance Revival 2 diamonds 5
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Agate, Gold, Enamel

Multi Gem and Diamond Brooch/ Pendant, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Intricately crafted gemstone and diamond parrot bird brooch. The detail and craftsmanship used in
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Edwardian Multi Gem Harlequin Bar Brooch, Circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
costume of the Harlequin in the Italian Commedia del’Arte hence the term we now use for multi-gem pieces
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 9k Gold, Yel...

Large Size Retro Multi Gem and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Mutli Gem and Diamond Flower Brooch: Set with: Ruby Citrine peridot Amethyst and Diamond
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold

Jardiniére Multi-Gem and Diamond Platinum Brooch, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
A Jardiniére brooch, mounted in platinum, with a diamond bowl set with round brilliant and baguette
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Mid-20th Century British Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

1980s Multi-Gem Gold Flower Basket Lapel Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
basket is set with genuine carved mother of pearl, and embellished with black onyx, this stunning brooch
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, South Sea Pear...

Mauboussin Paris Basket of Flowers Multi Gem Stone Brooch
By Mauboussin
Located in Miami, FL
Style: Brooch Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Non-Metal Material: Enamel Stones: 1 Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Topaz, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

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 vase, set with a shield-shaped yellow diamond flanked by two triangular-shaped buf...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Exquisite FRED Paris Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch - 18kt Solid Gold
By Fred Paris
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite FRED Paris Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch - 18kt Solid Gold, Estate. Indulge in the beauty
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Vintage 1970s French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Mexican Fire Opal Diamond Multi-Color Gem Gold Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds, which add brilliance and sparkle, along with 1.02 carats of multi
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1960's High quality Multi Gem Diamond Gold Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This vivacious vintage floral brooch with diamonds and multi-gem beads is crafted in solid 18K
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Nubian Prince Multi Gem Diamante Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Multi Gems and and enhanced with Diamante Crystals with a Pearl in
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Orient” Multi Gem & Blue Topaz Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Gem & Blue Topaz Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Topaz , pear
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, Tsavorite, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Birds Perched on a Branch Multi Gem Stones Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Adorable Birds on Branch bezel set with Peridot, Pink Tourmaline and Blue Topaz, Ruby set eyes; approx. 2.5” long. Finely hand crafted by Coach House in 18K Yellow Gold. Approx. weig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Vintage Multi Gem Diamond Parrot of Splendor Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Vintage Collection Multi Gem Diamond Parrot of Splendor Brooch Van Cleef
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Brooches

Diamond Sapphire Topaz Citrine Multi-Gem 14 Karat Gold Vintage Fish Brooch
By Kabana
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stripes comprised of channel set round cut multi-gems Transparent blue, purple, violet, orange, green and
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1990s Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Multi Natural Sapphire Fancy Candy Gem Butterfly Brooch or Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bochic fancy color sapphire Brooch Or Ring Amethyst / Natural Round brilliant Blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Amethyst, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Multi Gem and Diamond Toucan Gold Vintage Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Multi Gemstone and Diamond Wonderful Gold Toucan Brooch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Agate, Malachite, Jasper, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nubian Prince Multi Gem Diamante Vintage Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Emeralds and Rubies, enhanced with Diamante Crystals and a faceted
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nubian Prince Multi Gem Diamante Vintage Designer Gilt 925 Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Prince Brooch. Securely Hand set with Rubies and Emeralds, enhanced with Diamante Crystals and a faceted
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georgian Pinchbeck and Multi-Gem "Regard" Brooch Designed as a Petite Lyre
Located in New York, NY
An antique Georgian period "REGARD" brooch in the form of a petite half-pearl lyre set with rubies
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Antique 1820s Georgian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Pinchbeck

Bochic Multi Color Natural Sapphire and Mix Gem Candy “Beetle” Brooch or Pendent
Located in New York, NY
Multi Color Natural Sapphire Candy Brooch or Pendent Choose your colors… Natural Sri Lankan
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphir...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade Multi Gem & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade Multi Gem & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Coral, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Jean Vitau 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Multi-Gem and Diamond Angel Fish Brooch
By Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
Designed as an angelfish, the body is set with stripes of circular-cut yellow sapphires, pink garnets, and tsavorites. The head with pavé-set diamonds, black onyx stripe and circular...
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1990s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Gem Set 18 Karat Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This impressive and unique butterfly brooch has been masterfully handcrafted and designed with over
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Rhodolite, Mandarin Garnet, Tsavorite, Spinel, Sapphire...

Jean Schlumberger Bright Enamel Gem Parrot Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
AN ENAMEL AND MULTI-GEM PARROT BROOCH, BY JEAN SCHLUMBERGER, TIFFANY & CO. Embark on a journey of
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Enamel

Multi-Gemstone Peacock Brooch with Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds and Sapphires
Located in London, GB
A wonderful 18k yellow gold multi gem set Peacock brooch. The brooch comprises of a peacock open
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.6 Carat Lizard Diamond and Multi-Gem Pin 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Lizard Pin, a captivating and meticulously crafted piece that embodies the perfect blend of elegance and whimsy. This charming lizard pin is adorned with st...
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Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Brooch / Pin, Demantoid Garnet, Pearl and Enamel, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful 14k yellow gold Art Nouveau inspired pin features a very rare demantoid garnet, the rarest of all garnets. Displaying its characteristic green hue and brilliant fire, ...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Multi-gemstone, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace
Located in New York, NY
- 18 Carats The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fancy Gems Necklace is Set in 18K Gold & Silver is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, 18k...

18k Gold Multi-Colored Sapphire Brooch with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18k Gold Multi-Colored Sapphire Brooch with Pearls and Diamonds This stunning brooch features a
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Multi-color Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pin in 14K Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
look. A true work of art, this brooch features superb gems totaling 5.5 carats, carefully set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Multi-color Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pin in 14K Gold
Multi-color Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pin in 14K Gold
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H 2.17 in W 1.33 in D 0.32 in
18 Karat Gold Pearl Diamond Multi-Gemstone Clown Brooch and Pendant
Located in Banbury, GB
Featuring a Unique Vintage Multi-gem Clown Pin Pendant, handcrafted in 18k Yellow Gold; the clown
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Early 2000s Italian Brooches

Materials

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

Beautiful Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Sapphire Brooch Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Bochic Multi Color Sapphire Brooch Set in 22K Gold & Silver From the “Orient
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

12Beautiful Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Sapphire Brooch Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Bochic Multi Color Sapphire Brooch Set in 22K Gold & Silver Set of 12 From the “Orient
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Fancy Color Sapphire Brooch Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Color Fancy Sapphire Brooch Set In 22K Gold & Silver Natural Multi Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver

Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Sapphire, Ruby Yellow Gold Vase Pendant
Located in London, GB
An alluring 18k yellow gold diamond and multi-gem pendant. The openwork vase shape pendant consists
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch Mexican Blood stone and Malachite
Located in Wallkill, NY
Vintage Sterling Silver Mexican Bird Pendant / Pin with Inlaid Lapis with mix gems of Bloodstone
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Malachite, Sterling Silver

Jean Vitau 3 Brooch Pins Flower Humingbird Bird Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold
By Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
This is a trio of three signed Jean Vitau Brooch Pins with a Flower and two Birds, Hummingbird, set
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite,...

Retro Diamond Enamel Flower Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
white and rose gold. Three dimensional multi petals adorned by Turquoise and Aubergine colour enamelling
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Vintage 1940s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

“Orient” Pink Sapphire & Pearl Brooch Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Sapphire & Pearl Brooch Set in 22K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem Brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

English Ruby Sapphire Turquoise Diamond Yellow Gold Bird Brooch, 1971
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collections. This fine and impressive multi-gem vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k
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20th Century English Brooches

Materials

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

1.84 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Silver Gold Victorian Brooch Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
multi function gem can be worn as a brooch or a pendant. 1 old mine cut diamond, approx. total weight
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Antique Mid-19th Century Brooches

Materials

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

Large 41.63carats Kunzite w/ Multigems & Diamond Pin / Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Kunzite and Multi-gems Diamond Pin / Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold Kunzite and Multi-gems Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

“Orient” Brooch, Ruby, Fancy Sapphires & Jade Set in 22 Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Fantastical one of a kind Bochic “Orient” Brooch, Ruby, Fancy Sapphires & Jade set in 22 Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Pink Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gree...

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Multi Gem Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact multi gem brooch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. 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. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a multi gem brooch 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic multi gem brooch over the years, but those made by Cartier, Cellini and David Webb are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A multi gem brooch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 46, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and oval cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a multi gem 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 Multi Gem Brooch?

On average, a multi gem brooch at 1stDibs sells for $5,900, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $130,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.