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Most Expensive Brooches

1941 ChanelRelevant American Reinad ArtDecoStyle Silver PolkaDot LargeBow Brooch
By Reinad
Located in Chicago, IL
-alloy polkadot bow brooch imitates a pale polkadot-textured ribbon. Notably, while high-quality ribbon
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Base Metal

Antique Miniature Painting Pendant Brooch Seed Pearls Silver / 5.7 gr
Located in SE
Old European pendant/brooch dating from ca. late 19th century with miniature hand-painted
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Antique 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver

Antique Beetle Brooch Citrine Garnet Seed Pearls Gilt Silver / 2.1gr
Located in SE
Antique ca. early XX cent. Beetle Brooch modeled as an Insect that looks like a beetle, skillfully
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Antique Early 1900s European Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Citrine, Garnet, Gold, Silver

1910s Antique Brooch Pin 0.3ctw Daimond 18K Gold Platinum / 3.4 gr
Located in SE
An old 18K brooch dating from ca. early 20th century with an openwork crown decorated with eleven
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Vintage 1910s European Baroque Revival Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Convertible Pendant Brooch in 18Kt Certified 9.12 Ctw Zircon Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
jewelry, created in England during the late Victorian Period (1837-1901), circa 1880's. This brooch
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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Antique von Belfrage Brooch Intaglio Carnelian solid 18K Gold /10 gr
Located in SE
Antique brooch in 18K Orange Gold dating from ca. 18th - 19th century set with Carnelian stone
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Imperial Austrian-Hungarian Brooch Seed Pearl Blue Enamel 830 Gilt Silver /9.1gr
Located in SE
Ca. 1860 -1900s period brooch made on the territories of former Austrian - Hungarian Empire
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.
Located in SE
Old European Butterfly brooch dating from ca. 18th century with 2 natural Rubies and 29 sparkling
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Antique Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver

Georgian Early1800s Cannetille Filigree WiredPearl FloralSpray RedSilk PinBrooch
By Artistian Made
Located in Chicago, IL
texture to this brooch, which partly mask the less expensive alloy that may be Berlin Iron dating as early
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Antique Early 19th Century European Georgian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Berlin Iron

Vintage Shell Cameo Pope Pius XII, Catholic Historical Relic
Located in Chesterland, OH
as a brooch or pendant, making it an even more versatile piece of jewelry. Cameo dimensions: 65mm x
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

1909 Antique Intaglio Fob wax Seal Glass Crystal 18K Gold Seed Pearls/ 6.8gr
Located in SE
Fine early 20 century fob Crystal glass and 18K Gold brooch with suspended pendant of 3 cast seals
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Antique Early 1900s Swedish Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, 18k Gold

Schiaparelli Haute Couture Harlequin, 1939 by Jean Schlumberger
By House of Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Schiaparelli Haute Couture Harlequin Brooch, Spring 1939 Jean Schlumberger. The 12 Dictates
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Ring Set Vintage 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pre-owned jewelry retains its value. Over the time it gets rare and more expensive. Think purchasing a
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Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1820 Nordic Life Love Death Poison Pin Enamel 18K Gold / 1.36gr
Located in SE
expensive and takes time to complete. In case of Return or Cancellation any payments provided for custom
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Aesthetic Movement Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Imperial Austrian Pendant Brooch Rhodolite Pearls Enamels Silver/ 10.5gr
Located in SE
complement any Bohemian Necklace in a similar design if combined. It may also be used as a brooch, too. The
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rhodolite, Silver, Gold, Enamel

Antique Dionysus Carved Shell Cameo pendant brooch solid Gilt Silver/11.4gr
Located in SE
is expensive and takes time to complete. In case of Return or Cancellation any payments provided for
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Silver

Vintage Paul Flato Necklace Brooch Ring Set 14k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Paul Flato
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
turned into a gold choker necklace and a brooch. The gold is heavily textured which adds a lot
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Vintage 1980s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Trifari 1940s Philippe 4PieceParure CrystalFloraMotif GoldNecklaceEarringsBrooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Chicago, IL
serpentine-link necklace with sliding pendant, plus complimentary brooch and pair of French-clip earrings
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris Diamond "Panthère Griffe" Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
superb Art Deco jewels - watches, brooches, and bracelets - of the 1920s. When Toussaint took over as
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 1880 Antique Ring In 14Kt Gold With 8.95 Ctw In Opal And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
expensive diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. There are many types of opal found in deposits around
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique European Pendant Demeter Carved Shell Cameo solid 14K Rose Gold / 9.7gr
Located in SE
Antique pendant/brooch with hand carved Shell cameo depicting Demeter - Greek Goddess of the
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Couture 1930s ElsaSchiaparelliStyle Pink FauxRubyGoldGlassBeads Tassel Sautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
beginning in the late 1920s--when some of the most expensive jewels were fuchsia Burmese rubies. In this
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

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1980s Vintage Christian Dior Parfums Gold Tone Orange Shell Necklace Pin Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a large gold tone shell pin brooch/pendant with a chain. It is designed by Robert Goossens for Christian Dior in 1980’s. The piece is gold plated, paired with orange lucite...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant With Coat Of Arms
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and guilloche enamel egg. The body of the egg is enameled in a deep, beautiful red guilloche ena...
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Bochic "Orient" Ruby & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch in 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic "Orient" Ruby, & Multi Fancy Sapphires Brooch in 18K Gold & Silver Blue Natural Oval Shape Ruby - 4 carat Multi Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 18 carats Green Garnets - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Kunzite, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Locket Pendant With Imperial Wreath
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning locket-pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and guilloche enamel egg. The body of the egg is enameled in a deep, beautiful red guillo...
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Locket Pendant Diamond Mesh
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial 88 gilt silver and enamel egg. This exquisite piece showcases a relief image of the cobalt mesh with a diamo...
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Lily Of The Valley Enamel Egg Pendant Necklace With Pearl Accents By Joan Rivers
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - 30" chain - 2" pendant drop - Gold plated - Peach and sage green pearlized enamel - Lily pad motif - Faux p...
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1990s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant With Lizards
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and enamel egg with lizards. The body of the egg is enameled in a beautiful deep purple guilloch...
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique art Nouveau Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitare Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique astro hungarian solitair ring in artnovo style centeted with 1 old mine cut diamond with estimate weight of 0.50 ct in white prongs ring was made in vienna city during the as...
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Antique Early 1900s Solitaire Rings

Vintage Whiting & Davis Hematite Clamper Cuffs, Necklace & Earrings Set, Signed
By Whiting & Davis
Located in McKinney, TX
- Parure includes two hinged clamper cuff bracelets, pendant necklace and clip on earrings - Silver tone - Faux hematite - Clamper bracelets measures 2.5" across, 2.75" tall and open...
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Silver Plated Filigree Turquoise Glass Enamel Miniature Perfume Bottle Brooch
Located in London, GB
Wonderful silver plated filigree miniature perfume bottle brooch, with turquoise glass and cream enamel decoration. This is a working bottle, the top unscrews and there is a glass da...
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Early 20th Century Brooches

18kt yellow Gold Hand Painted Retro Brooch Pendant Portrait of Young Lady
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt yellow gold elegant hand painted portrait brooch / pendant made in the 1950 s. This brooch / pendant is a hand painted miniature portrait, depicting a young lady in period dres...
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Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Emerald Cabochon Kilt Pin Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel synthesizes her love of rare tumbled precious stones, with the Kilt Pin (her visits to the Scottish Highlands) into one large signature brooch. This large gilt bronze br...
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal, Brass, Bronze

Old gold pendant with pearl and diamonds 0.50 ct, Austria-Hungary, circa 1920.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old pendant in the form of a carnation with a pearl and nine diamonds in the former brilliant cut, the so-called "old" The pendant is made of yellow and white gold (0.585). Orig...
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Byzatine Knot Link Bracelet
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel Byzantine knot bracelet composed of seven twisted multiwire links bound with gem set pate de verre faux emerald and ruby bullet cabochons. Marked Chanel. 1960's France...
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Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Link Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Byzatine Knot Link Bracelet
Chanel Byzatine Knot Link Bracelet
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Chanel Multicolor Cabochon Gripoix Vintage Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Multi Color Cabochon Gripoix Brooch is in excellent vintage condition from the mid to late 1980’s. Hammered gold Maltese cross is adorned with Gripoix glass je...
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Vintage 1980s French Baroque Brooches

Chanel Vintage 1988 Gold Toned Braided Pearl Wide Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone braided design wide cuff bracelet embellished with faux pearls of various sizes. Collection year n°23 (1988). Embossed CHANEL 2 3 Made in France. Indicati...
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20th Century French Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

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GIA 6 Carat About Burma Jadeite Jade Type A 18k White Gold Brooch
Located in LA, CA
/ GIA #6203604595 ** Burma Jadeite Jade is the most expensive Jade. This level of quality jadeite is
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2010s Brooches

Materials

Jade, White Gold

Outstanding Multi-Gem Pendant Brooch by Frederic Boucheron, circa 1890
Located in Warrington, PA
Outstanding Multi-Gem Pendant Brooch by Frederic Boucheron featuring an old mine cut and rose-cut
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Antique 1890s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Judith Leiber Honey Amber Enamel on Gold Flower Brooch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully made honey gold amber color enamel petal flower brooch by famous fashion designer
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Judith Lieber Gold with White & Blue Enamel Flower / Bouquet Brooch
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully made white with blue enamel domed bouquet of flowers brooch by famous fashion
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Antique Early 1900s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1880-1900 Enamel Red Orchid Brooch 18Kt Gold Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled Art Nouveau Red orchid brooch attributed to Tiffany & Co. Fabulous and gorgeous piece
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Judith Leiber Dark Plum Purple Enamel on Gold Flower Pin
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully made dark purple plum enamel on gold flower brooch by famous fashion designer Judith
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1990s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Portrait of a Lady Holding a Lemon with Landscape Beyond c.1640 Antique Painting
Located in London, GB
- diamond earrings, multiple huge black uncut diamond and gold brooches, and pearls in her necklace and hair
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Sixteen Stone Ring 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
porcelain flower brooches were spotted by Elsa Schiaparelli. She hired Schlumberger to design costume
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1990s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Sixteen Stone Ring 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
porcelain flower brooches were spotted by Elsa Schiaparelli. She hired Schlumberger to design costume
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1990s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Dutch School Portrait of Brigitta de Groot (1659-1686), Lady Antique Painting
By attributed to Abraham Liedts
Located in London, GB
highest quality, and these elements, along with the large diamond brooch, is indicative of her wealth and
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Incredible Vendome 1950s Heart Brooch And Earrings
Located in Wilmslow, GB
One of the best Vendome brooch sets around comprising the most spectacular Vendome heart brooch
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20th Century Brooches

Cartier Ladybug Pin Gold Enamel
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the 1990s. Can be worn as a tie pin brooch. In excellent condition, with intact enamel. Fully stamped
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1990s Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Cartier Ladybug Pin Gold Enamel
Cartier Ladybug Pin Gold Enamel
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Lunch At The Ritz Enamel Owl Hoot Dangle Clip-on Earrings and Pendant Brooch
By Lunch at the Ritz
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Gorgeous hoot couture owl earrings and brooch featuring an owl's hand painted head accented with
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Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Enamel

Modern Faberge Filigree Butterfly Vermeil Sterling Egg 750 Edition
By Modern Fabergé
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Brooch - This piece is missing), Numbered 23, Only 750 Made Amazing craftsmanship and beauty! This large
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Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Portrait of a Young Lady in an Interior with a Pet Dog, Antique Oil Painting
By (Circle of) Jan Weesop
Located in London, GB
extraordinary textiles on display – the expensive lace, the dress with its gold and silver detail, and the
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American 1895 Art Nouveau Ring In 14Kt Yellow Gold With 3.42 Cts Black Opal
Located in Miami, FL
. The best opals command prices per carat that rival expensive diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Dome Rings

Materials

Black Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Early 1800s Cut Steel Dress Clip
Located in Wigan, GB
like diamonds, but was less expensive. However, it catered for a middle class of jewel enthusiast being
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Antique Early 19th Century French Brooches

Materials

Cut Steel

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Most Expensive Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of most expensive brooches. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and 18k gold. Our selection of items includes 12 vintage examples as well as 1 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of most expensive brooches includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Alfred Philippe for Trifari, Artistian Made and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of bead, cabochon and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our most expensive brooches for sale are for women, but there are 6 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Most Expensive Brooches?

Prices for most expensive brooches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,000 and can go as high as $27,369, while most expensive brooches, on average, fetch $4,463.
Questions About Most Expensive Brooches
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, emeralds are expensive due to their rarity. These stones are known to be rarer and more expensive than diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Opal can be expensive. Black Opals in particular are quite valuable and may earn prices of up to $10,000 a carat. White opals are the least expensive of the opal family.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    For the most part, sapphires are expensive, though some are cheaper. Some can cost as much as $25 per carat and others can cost over $11,000 per carat. The price is usually dependent on the stone's quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, jade can be expensive, especially if it's jadeite. There are two mineral species that fall under the jade umbrella: jadeite and nephrite. Nephrite tends to be more common and therefore less valuable than jadeite.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Garnets can be expensive depending on the variety. For instance, tsavorite and demantoid, the rarest varieties, can sell for thousands of dollars per carat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, rubies can be quite expensive. Rubies of exceptional quality have recorded prices of over $1,000,000 per carat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Panerai is so expensive because it is a revered luxury brand. Panerai timepieces are created from quality materials and the company’s offerings are also associated with reputable production methods. The brand’s innovative watch designs have rendered Panerai a celebrated brand. Shop Panerai watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Tiffany pieces are so expensive because the brand is one of the first luxury jewelry houses in America. The pieces are made with extremely high quality metals and gemstones. Plus, since the brand's inception in 1837, Tiffany has created an image associated with sophistication and exclusivity, which is part of the reason the celebrity following is so big.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Goyard is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the French fashion house uses costly materials, including its signature Goyardine canvas made of natural hemp, linen and cotton fibers. Also, artisans perform much of the crafting process by hand, making manufacturing expenses considerable. Finally, Goyard produces only a limited number of bags each year. Since demand often outweighs supply, Goyard is able to sell its pieces at aspirational price points. Explore a selection of Goyard bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive wood in the world is agarwood. This dark resinous wood is used in incense, perfume, and to make small carvings.In 2010, this wood sold for as high as $100,000/kg.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive Rolex ever sold is the Paul Newman Daytona. This Rolex was purchased for $17.8 million in 2017. On 1stDibs, there are expensive Rolex watches but there is a wide variety available, so it should be easy to find a good fit for your tastes as well as your budget.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Balenciaga is so expensive because it's one of the world's top fashion houses. Its cult status among celebrities in addition to its handmade production are two factors that contribute to Balenciaga pieces being so expensive.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Since its inception in 1856, Burberry has become one of the world's most premiere fashion houses. Known for the classic trench coats with a plaid lining, Burberry pieces are made with high quality materials and attention to detail.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Gucci is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Gucci a highly coveted brand.
    Couture ClosetsMarch 23, 2021
    The craftmanship, quality of materials and time spent on every item is extensive. Simply watch a video on YouTube of a Gucci handbag being handsewn and you will see what goes into every item. Gucci items last for generations and are often passed down, for this reason. A good quality, well made item, lasts for decades...That is sustainable, and better for all.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Swiss luxury brand Akris is so expensive due to the quality of the apparel and accessories produced by the brand. Artisans do much of the manufacturing by hand, and only high-end fabrics and materials go into Akris designs. Find a selection of Akris on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because shearling comes from the hide of a lamb, it is more limited. The most important factor in determining price is the softness of the wool and how thin the leather is. The higher quality jackets are warm but lighter weight.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Blancpain is so expensive for a few reasons. One is due to innovation, which the Swiss luxury watchmaker has a long history of, having created the first-ever automatic wristwatch in 1926. Blancpain is known for being on the cutting edge of design, and many collectors are willing to pay high prices to own both its vintage and contemporary timepieces as a result. The watchmaker is also known for using exceptionally fine materials and employing time-honored crafting techniques that make the quality of its timepieces exceptional. In addition, Blancpain makes about half as many watches per year as some of its biggest competitors, so supply is often low compared to demand. Find a diverse assortment of Blancpain watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Hublot is so expensive for a few reasons. First, the Swiss luxury watchmaker uses premium materials, some of which are produced by the company itself, adding to costs. Hublot also handcrafts timepieces through a painstaking process, so its labor costs are high. Plus, Hublot has been cited as only manufacturing around 50,000 watches per year, which makes supply low relative to demand. Shop a collection of Hublot watches on 1stDibs.