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22K Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch Pendant With Apollo
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 22K yellow gold brooch pendant. The rhombus-shaped piece is garnished with an embossed
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

22K Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch Pendant With Apollo
22K Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch Pendant With Apollo
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H 1.75 in W 1.75 in
Brooch Yellow Gold Ruby
Located in PARIS, FR
Ruby and diamond brooch. in yellow gold and white gold 750 milths (18 carats). featuring a basket
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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

Brooch Yellow Gold Ruby
Brooch Yellow Gold Ruby
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W 1.66 in L 1.88 in
Brooch Yellow Gold Ruby
Located in PARIS, FR
Flower brooch. golden yellow 750 mils (18 carats). stem pink gold. yellow gold matt and shiny. a
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20th Century French Brooches

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Yellow Gold

Brooch Yellow Gold Ruby
Brooch Yellow Gold Ruby
W 1.5 in L 1.58 in
Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond, ruby, and yellow gold turtle brooch circa 1960. Clear and concise information you want to
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Vintage 1960s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Introducing our Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Arrow Brooch—a symbol of striking elegance and
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Late 20th Century European Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sputnik Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Sputnik diamond ruby yellow gold brooch This brooch's design was inspired by Sputnik, the very
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Mid-20th Century European Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sputnik Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Brooch
Sputnik Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Brooch
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W 1.88 in L 1.88 in
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Gold, Ruby, and Diamond Brooch is a testament to luxury and craftsmanship. This
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Brooch
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Brooch
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W 1.97 in L 2.56 in
Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Mushroom Estate Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Mushroom Brooch is crafted with 18 karat yellow gold. 9
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2010s Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Length: 2 inches Metal Type: 18 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 13.1 grams Center
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Brooches

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

Ruby Bee Pin Brooch 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Natural ruby pin in 14KT yellow gold, stunning brooch with vivid rubies! METAL: 14KT yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Ladybird Brooch
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold Ladybird brooch. The brooch is set with 6 cabochon rubies throughout the body
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby Bee Fly Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Bee/Fly Brooch Pin. This super sweet little bug will add sparkle to any
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold 18K Brooch 1960S
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond and Ruby on Yellow Gold 18K Brooch. Marked EM. Circa 1960. Total length: approx. 5.20
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Vintage 1960s European Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Enamel Yellow Gold Elephant Clip Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby enamel ruby and yellow gold figural elephant clip brooch circa 1970. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P
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Vintage 1970s Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1980s Ruby and Yellow Gold Pelican Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1980s 0.03 carat ruby and 14 karat yellow gold 'pelican' brooch by Dankner
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Ruby and Yellow Gold Pelican Brooch
1980s Ruby and Yellow Gold Pelican Brooch
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H 0.39 in W 0.71 in L 1.34 in
Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Teddy Bear Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond and ruby gold Italian teddy bear brooch circa 1970. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ29A. Scroll
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Vintage 1970s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltman Yellow Gold and Ruby Watch Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A 14 karat yellow gold and ruby watch brooch. Waltham. Circa 1940. Designed as a polished gold disc
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Vintage 1940s American Brooches

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold, White Gold, Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow and white gold, lab grown ruby and diamond brooch, attributed to Marc Koven
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

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

Yellow Gold, Turquoise, Diamond, Ruby Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A petite textured gold turtle brooch with turquoise legs, a diamond head, and ruby eyes. Circa
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Vintage 1970s Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Squirrel Clip Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond and ruby yellow gold squirrel clip brooch circa 1970. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ310J
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this magnificent old brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, a truly exceptional jewel with a
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20th Century French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Flowers Brooch, 22k Yellow Gold, 2 Carat Natural Ruby Estate Ruby Brooch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Flowers Brooch- 22K Yellow gold, 2CT Natural Ruby, Vintage Brooch, Estate Brooch, Vintage
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20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches

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Ruby, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

18Karat Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby and 18ct Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An fine and impressive vintage 0.02 carat ruby and 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our
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20th Century European Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby and 18ct Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Vintage Ruby and 18ct Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
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H 0.54 in W 1.5 in L 2.01 in
Vintage Ruby and 14ct Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.01 carat ruby and 14 carat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby and 14ct Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Vintage Ruby and 14ct Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
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W 0.81 in L 1.02 in
Vintage Flowers Brooch, 22k Yellow Gold, 2 Carat Natural Ruby Estate Ruby Brooch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Vintage Flowers Brooch- 22K Yellow gold, 2CT Natural Ruby, Vintage Brooch, Estate Brooch, Vintage
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20th Century European Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage 23K Yellow Gold Ruby Eyed Lizard Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 23K Yellow Gold Length: 2.50 inches Width: 26.00 mm Weight: 16.19 grams Ruby eyed
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Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Moonstone Ruby Flower Estate Brooch
By Yard
Located in Miami, FL
Ruby Flower Estate Brooch is truly a masterpiece. Yellow Gold Diamond Moonstone Ruby Flower Estate
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

18KT Yellow Gold Octopus Brooch with Ruby Eyes
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold octopus brooch. The octopus is crafted in a matte finis with bezel set ruby
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Yellow Gold Panda Brooch with Ruby Eye
By MCM
Located in New York, NY
Adorable panda brooch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The panda is designed in a sandblasted
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1990s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Length: 1 Inch Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 4.7 grams Color Stone
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Mistigri Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Vintage Brooch
By Hermès
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Hermès Mistigri Cat Brooch, a remarkable creation from the 1960s, is an exquisite
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.30 carat ruby and 0.18 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold pin
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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Antique Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
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H 0.08 in W 0.67 in L 0.72 in
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold, Ruby Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Fashionable vintage 18K yellow gold, ruby and diamond dragonfly brooch. Colourful, embellished with
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Vintage 1980s European Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Tsarouchi Shoe Brooch
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat yellow gold brooch designed as a Greek tsarouchi shoe decorated with synthetic rubies to
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20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Tsarouchi Shoe Brooch
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Tsarouchi Shoe Brooch
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W 1.97 in D 0.4 in L 0.75 in
.2 Carat Ruby Yellow Gold Textured Duck Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1980's hand textured duck brooch in 18k yellow gold. Beautiful detailed texturing. Round
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Ladybird Brooch
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold Ladybird brooch. The brooch is set with 4 cabochon sapphires throughout the
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Ladybird Brooch
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold Ladybird brooch. The brooch is set with 4 cabochon rubies throughout the wings
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold peacock brooch; part of our diverse jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and
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Early 2000s Unknown Brooches

Materials

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

Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch
Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch
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H 0.48 in W 1.02 in L 4.02 in
1960s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Poodle Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 0.02 carat ruby and 0.07 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 carat white gold
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches

Materials

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

1960s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Poodle Brooch
1960s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Poodle Brooch
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H 0.17 in W 0.51 in L 1.26 in
Butterfly Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Butterfly 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver brooch. Butterfly Handmade by our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

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

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Crab Brooch 9.9G
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Crab Brooch 9.9G Specifications: · Pre-Owned (Great condition
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.7 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Giraffe Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage large Giraffe ruby and diamond textured brooch. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the brooch is
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

.6 Carat Emerald Ruby Yellow Gold Poodle Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Emerald and ruby yellow gold poodle brooch. 2 round emerald eyes approximately .6cts with a
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

.50 Carat Tota Weight Ruby Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14 karat Yellow Gold [Tested] Weight: 2.4 grams Stone Details: Type
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1990s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch Ruby, Onyx and diamond 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt yellow gold brooch set with ruby ​​tot. 0.80ct, onyx and single cut diamond to. 0.90 ct - F/G
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

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

Brooch Ruby, Onyx and diamond 18k yellow gold
Brooch Ruby, Onyx and diamond 18k yellow gold
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W 1.62 in L 0.48 in
Ruby Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Samovar Brooch
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Samovar Brooch Samovar in Russia is a synonym for a feast with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Ladybird Brooch
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold Ladybird brooch. The brooch is set with 4 cabochon rubies throughout the wings
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 0.32 carat ruby and 0.32 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold 'leaf
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Vintage 1950s British Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
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W 0.98 in L 3.19 in
Retro Carved Opal, Ruby, Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A mesmerizing 14 karat yellow gold brooch featuring a carved opal panel depicting a bird
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch circa 1950 Yellow Gold 18 Carat Rubies Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
Lapel clip brooch in 18 Kt yellow gold representing a 5-petalled flower adorned with 6 rubies and a
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cameo Pearl Enamel Ruby and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch with a cameo on agate in an oval decoration punctuated with rubies, white pearls and black
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches

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Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

.20 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 1900's horseshoe brooch set with 15 square cut rubies and 12 rose cut diamonds. Fold up
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Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

Antique 2.50 Ct Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique crescent moon ruby brooch has been crafted in 15k yellow gold with a silver setting. The
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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Sterling Ruby Emerald Matador Brooch/Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Two-Tone Ruby Emerald Matador Brooch/Pin. Absolutely fabulous multi-gemstone Matador pin featuring
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collections. This stunning vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

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
Ruby Enamel Gold Jester Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carats of round cut rubies which decorate its gown. The brooch is comprised of 14K yellow gold. A
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2010s Brooches

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Small Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Small Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch A small textured bird on a single branch with
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Brooch with Ruby
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary drop brooch showcases the elegance of 18 karat yellow gold, featuring a quartz
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

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Ruby, Quartz, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Brooch with Ruby
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Brooch with Ruby
W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
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Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact yellow gold ruby brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 2377 vintage editions and 309 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a yellow gold ruby brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic yellow gold ruby brooch over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and David Webb are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a yellow gold ruby brooch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Yellow Gold Ruby Brooch?

On average, a yellow gold ruby brooch at 1stDibs sells for $3,526, while they’re typically $119 on the low end and $985,000 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.