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Multicolor Sapphire Brooch Centering Two Square-Cut Topazes
Located in New York, NY
A multicolor sapphire brooch centering two square-cut topazes, mounted in 18k rose gold. Circa 1990.
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1990s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, Topaz, Rose Gold

48.24 Certified Natural Sapphire Brooch by Ruser
By William Ruser
Located in New York, NY
48.24 Certified Natural Sapphire Brooch by Ruser 1 cabochon sapphire weighing 48.24 carats
Category

1980s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Baby Bird Diamond Sapphire Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch. This sweet little baby bird will capture your heart
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1970s American Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Retro 18 Karat Baby Bird Diamond Sapphire Brooch
18 Karat Baby Bird Diamond Sapphire Brooch
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H 1.3 in W 1.06 in L 1.5 in
Freeform Floral Sapphire Brooch in Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Freeform Floral 7 carat total weight Sapphire Brooch in Gold Introducing this whimsical vintage
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Mid-20th Century Modern Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Freeform Floral Sapphire Brooch in Gold
Freeform Floral Sapphire Brooch in Gold
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W 0.95 in L 2.05 in
Square Diamonds and Sapphire Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The brooch is finely crafted in platinum with diamonds weighing approximately 1.50 carat and
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1950s American Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Pointy Diamond Turquoise Sapphire Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Brooch, finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with diamonds weighting approximately a total of 2.00
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1960s Unknown Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Missiaglia Diamond and Sapphire Brooch
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Elegant brooch by Missiaglia a famous italian (venice) jeweler since 1846. It consists of a
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1960s Italian Modern Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Missiaglia Diamond and Sapphire  Brooch
Missiaglia Diamond and Sapphire  Brooch
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W 0.79 in L 2.33 in
Elizabeth Locke Labradorite Pearl Sapphire Brooch
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Cincinnati, OH
pearls, approximately 9.5-10.0mm Six round blue sapphires, approximately 2.5mm each Double pin hinged
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Late 20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Labradorite, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch
By Birks
Located in Huntington Woods, MI
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Statement Brooch created by Birks Jewelry of Canada. The brooch was
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1960s Canadian Contemporary Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch
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W 1.9 in D 0.75 in L 1.5 in
Vintage 18K Bucellati Flower Natural Sapphire Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Greenwich, CT
A delightful work of wearable Art by Buccellati. A pair of natural unheated Blue Sapphire and Soft
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Mid-20th Century Italian Romantic Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k ...

Vintage 18K Bucellati Flower Natural Sapphire Brooch
Vintage 18K Bucellati Flower Natural Sapphire Brooch
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W 1.86 in D 0.67 in L 2.17 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold, Moonstone Blue Sapphire Brooch
Located in Dallas, TX
The combination of moonstone and sapphires is striking - complimented by the warm yellow gold!
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Late 20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Yellow Gold Coral Sapphire Brooch Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, cabochon coral and sapphire. The bail and pin sticks have a releasing mechanism on the back of the brooch
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1970s French Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Coral, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

‘Fly and Spider’ Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Brooch, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This unique brooch dates back to the 1950s and is a collection of rose cut diamonds, deep red
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1950s Unknown Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Mid-Century Modern 18K Gold & Platinum Turquoise Diamond Sapphire Brooch
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning mid-century modern brooch combines rich 18k yellow gold, bright platinum, and a
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1960s Modernist Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Emerald And Sapphire Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
is has H color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1 clarity. Totally is emerald about 6 ct. Totally is sapphire about
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1960s European Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Synthetic Sapphire Brooch, 14k Yellow Gold & Platinum Vintage .18ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
tested Stone Information: Synthetic Sapphire - Color: Blue Cut: Step Cut Square Carat: 0.18ct
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Late 20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Kenneth Jay Lane Jaguar with Faux Diamonds and Faux Sapphires Brooch
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
detailed with faux diamonds and faux sapphires makes for a chic brooch. The brooch measures 2 3/4" in
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1980s American Sapphire Retro Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Brooch, circa 1960
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The brooch is 24mm wide, 2.25 inches in length, made of 18K yellow gold, and weighs 6.40 DWT
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1960s American Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Important Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An important diamond and natural (no heat/treat) Ceylon sapphire brooch, mounted on 18kt white gold
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1960s Italian Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Important Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An important diamond and natural (no heat/treat) Ceylon sapphire brooch, mounted on 18kt white gold
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1960s Italian Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Abstract Sapphire Gold Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Incredible 18kt Yellow Gold & Sapphire Brooch made in the U.K & signed. Marked Handmade in U.K. and
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1960s English Modernist Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Abstract Sapphire Gold Leaf Brooch
Abstract Sapphire Gold Leaf Brooch
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W 1 in L 2 in
1960's Diamond & Blue Sapphire Platinum Circle Pin Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1960's diamond and sapphire brooch handcrafted in platinum. The pin features 12 round brilliant cut
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1960s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Cameo Diamonds Sapphires 9 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
artisans assembled with cameo,diamonds and sapphires Brooch total Weight 27.50 Grams
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1950s Italian Artisan Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Buccellati Vintage No Heat Blue Sapphire 18k Gold Floral Square Brooch Pin
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
This Extraordinary rectangular Vintage  Buccellati Diamond and Sapphire Brooch. This piece was
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1960s Italian Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Art Nouveau Style Blue Sapphire Mixed Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage sapphire brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow and white gold. The curvilinear asymmetric, Art
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1960s Unknown Art Nouveau Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Art Nouveau Style Blue Sapphire Mixed Gold Brooch
Vintage Art Nouveau Style Blue Sapphire Mixed Gold Brooch
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 1 in L 1 in
GIA Certified .25 Carat Yogo Gulch Montana Sapphire Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1930's sapphire brooch. 4 round Yogo Gulch Montana blue sapphires set in 14k yellow gold
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Mid-20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Picchiotti Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold Large
By Picchiotti
Located in La Jolla, CA
Picchiotti Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Brooch by
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Late 20th Century Unknown Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum, Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Mid-Century French Brooch
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous diamond and royal blue sapphire brooch is an exquisite example of fine mid-century
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Mid-20th Century French Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

French 1960s Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bouquet Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work of the years 1960. Our opinion : Sober and easy to wear, this retro gold sapphire brooch will
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1960s French Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

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

Vintage 7.95 carat Sapphire and 4.75 carat Diamond Platinum Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
aforementioned sapphires, all extending outwards from the vacant centre. The brooch secures to the reverse with
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1960s Unknown Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Kutchinsky, 18k Turquoise and Sapphire Brooch and Earring 1962
By Kutchinsky
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
signed Kutchinsky, earrings with maker's mark , brooch 5.7cm, earring 2.4cm
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1960s Sapphire Retro Brooch

6 Carat Diamond Blue Sapphire Double Clip Deco Style 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Double Flower shape brooch featuring an oval blue sapphire on each in the centre flanked by various
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Late 20th Century British Art Deco Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

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

Multi Colored Sapphire Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Multi Colored Sapphire Flower Brooch An 18 karat white gold brooch with a floral motif set with
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1980s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

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

Multi Colored Sapphire Flower Brooch
Multi Colored Sapphire Flower Brooch
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W 2.25 in L 4 in
Sapphire Diamond Rose Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire diamond rose brooch 1950s very high quality French brooch, featuring invisible sapphire
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1950s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Rose Brooch
Sapphire Diamond Rose Brooch
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W 1.38 in L 3.56 in
Diamond & Sapphire Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Sapphire Cat Brooch An 18-karat yellow gold cat motif brooch featuring an articulated
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1980s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond & Sapphire Cat Brooch
Diamond & Sapphire Cat Brooch
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W 1 in L 2.75 in
Sapphire Diamond Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire diamond leaf brooch Invisible square-cut sapphires of 24.58 carats, emerald-cut diamonds
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Late 20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire Diamond Leaf Brooch
Sapphire Diamond Leaf Brooch
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W 1.75 in L 1.13 in
Impressive Multi-Color Sapphire Crab Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An impressive, large and articulated crab brooch. Made in 18kt yellow gold, enriched with 21 carats
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1980s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Impressive Multi-Color Sapphire Crab Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An impressive, large and articulated crab brooch. Made in 18kt yellow gold, enriched with 21 carats
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1980s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Signed Cartier Flower Brooch finely crafted in 18K yellow gold, accented with sapphires, natural
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1950s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Impressive Sapphire Ruby Emerald Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An impressive and large 18kt yellow gold brooch resembling a Butterfly, encrusted with multicolor
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1980s Italian Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

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

Diamond and Sapphire Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and sapphire flower brooch Designed as a camellia blossom, petals set with brilliant-cut
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Late 20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Sapphire Gold Flower Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co sapphire hand textured brooch. 7 blue round sapphires set in 18k yellow gold flowers
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Mid-20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Sapphire Diamond Gold Spider Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Pavè set with 11 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0,30 ct. and 22 sapphires. Two
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Late 20th Century Modern Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Diamond Gold Spider Brooch
Sapphire Diamond Gold Spider Brooch
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W 1.38 in L 1.26 in
Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum, Gold, Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch This brooch has a center oval
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Late 20th Century European Artist Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Bulgari Unique Multicolor Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A rare Bulgari brooch of geometrical design, with diamonds, hematite, a blue sapphire (3.22 cts), a
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1980s Italian Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 2.68 Carat Sapphire and 1.24 Carat Diamond White Gold Jewellery Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 2.68 carat sapphire and 1.24 carat diamond. 18 karat white gold brooch and
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1960s Unknown Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 2.68 Carat Sapphire and 1.24 Carat Diamond White Gold Jewellery Set
Vintage 2.68 Carat Sapphire and 1.24 Carat Diamond White Gold Jewellery Set
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H 0.16 in W 1.06 in D 1.06 in Dm 1.18 in L 1.18 in
Martine Enamel Sapphire and Ruby Clown Brooch
By Martine
Located in Summerland, CA
14k yellow Gold and enamel brooch signed Martine. Five blue sapphire stones. Four on the collar
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1980s Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel

Martine Enamel Sapphire and Ruby Clown Brooch
Martine Enamel Sapphire and Ruby Clown Brooch
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W 1 in D 0.5 in L 2 in
Butterfly Diamond Sapphire Gold 18k Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Butterfly Brooch 18K gold blacken set with diamonds and yellow and blue sapphires (treated). Height
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Late 20th Century Aesthetic Movement Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Cabochon Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 18k Cabochon Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond Brooch. Made in the USA, circa 1970. Set
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1970s American Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Carved Sapphire Ruby Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Carved Sapphire Ruby Diamond Flower Brooch in Platinum. This Carved Sapphire Ruby Diamond Flower
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1980s American Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
matched diamonds and impressive sapphires. The brooch is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent
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1990s British Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Brooch
Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Brooch
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H 0.24 in W 2.01 in L 3.15 in
Gold Diamond Sapphire Golf Bag Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An 18kt., golf bag brooch, set with approximately 0.75ct of pave' set diamonds, and 1.50ct of
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Late 20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Diamond Sapphire Golf Bag Brooch
Gold Diamond Sapphire Golf Bag Brooch
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W 0.5 in L 1.75 in
Sapphires Diamond Brooch 18 Karat White Gold Bow Design Brooch
Located in Jupiter, FL
Unique hand crafted sapphire and diamond brooch made in 18KT white gold with stunning royal blue
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Late 20th Century Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Butterfly Brooch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
wing. 2 total round sapphires- one on each wing. Hinged pin with safety.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Diamond and Sapphire Yellow Gold Retro Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning 14 karat yellow gold retro brooch adorned with sapphire and diamond accents. The
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1950s French Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

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

Rare Bulgari Sapphire Diamond Foliate Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A rare folate motif brooch iconic of the Roman house's style of the early 1960s, presenting light
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1960s Italian Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire Pearl Cherub/Angel Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Blue Sapphire Pearl Angel Brooch. The brooch features an cherub/angel with round blue
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1980s Unknown Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Pearl Cherub/Angel Brooch
Blue Sapphire Pearl Cherub/Angel Brooch
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H 1.9 in W 1.17 in
Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin. Six round diamonds are bead-set on the body, two round
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1980s Unknown Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

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

Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin
Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch/Pin
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H 0.11 in W 0.11 in
14 Karat Pearl Sapphire Golfer Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Pearl Sapphire Golfer Brooch/Pin. A palm tree and a lady golfer are set on a gold frame
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1970s Unknown Retro Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1960s Diamond Sapphire Gold Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1960s Cartier 18k gold bird brooch, adorned with sapphire cabochon eye and approx
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1960s French Sapphire Retro Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

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Sapphire Retro Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate sapphire retro brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 685 vintage or 3 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect sapphire retro brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic sapphire retro brooch over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Oscar Heyman are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a sapphire retro brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Sapphire Retro Brooch?

Prices for a sapphire retro brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $275 and can go as high as $485,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,910.

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.