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10 Carat Diamond Brooch

Midcentury 10 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch
Midcentury 10 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch

Midcentury 10 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in New York, NY

and round - total approx. 10 carats, SI1/H-I. Brooch measures 1 5/8" x 1 5/8". Not hallmarked. Weight

Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum 10 Carat Diamond Bow Brooch
Platinum 10 Carat Diamond Bow Brooch

Platinum 10 Carat Diamond Bow Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This is a lovely and lustrous diamond bow brooch mounted with round cut diamonds and baguette-cuts

Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

10 Carat Natural Diamond Platinum Pin
10 Carat Natural Diamond Platinum Pin

10 Carat Natural Diamond Platinum Pin

$17,172Sale Price|20% Off

10 Carat Natural Diamond Platinum Pin

By EstatebyJR

Located in New York, NY

Discover the epitome of opulence with our 10 Carat Natural Diamond Pin, meticulously crafted in

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Vintage Platinum Double Clip Pin Brooch 10 Carat G-VS1 Diamonds
Oscar Heyman Vintage Platinum Double Clip Pin Brooch 10 Carat G-VS1 Diamonds

Oscar Heyman Vintage Platinum Double Clip Pin Brooch 10 Carat G-VS1 Diamonds

By Oscar Heyman

Located in New York, NY

double clip pin brooch, crafted in platinum. Featuring a stunning 10-carat diamond ensemble with 128

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

10 Carat Diamond Flower Pin 18K Gold
10 Carat Diamond Flower Pin 18K Gold

10 Carat Diamond Flower Pin 18K Gold

$15,600Sale Price|31% Off

10 Carat Diamond Flower Pin 18K Gold

By EstatebyJR

Located in New York, NY

approximately 10 carats, set in a luxurious 18K gold base weighing 22.36 grams. The floral design of this pin

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry 10 Carat Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Brooch
Emilio Jewelry 10 Carat Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Brooch

Emilio Jewelry 10 Carat Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Brooch

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

certificate, diamond weights, or appraisals. Can be worn as a brooch or necklace. All pieces are hand made in

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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby

Gianni Lazzaro Emerald 10, 12 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Brooch for Her for Him
Gianni Lazzaro Emerald 10, 12 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Brooch for Her for Him

Gianni Lazzaro Emerald 10, 12 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Brooch for Her for Him

By Natkina

Located in Genève, GE

Brooch White Gold 18 K Gianni Lazzaro Diamonds 129-.1,74ct.Gvs Diamond 2-0,40 ct Emerald 49

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Brooches

Materials

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

18 Karat Horse Pin .10 Carat Diamonds
18 Karat Horse Pin .10 Carat Diamonds

18 Karat Horse Pin .10 Carat Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

3D Bronco Brooch Pin .10ct natural diamonds, Rounds, Full Cuts. H-color Vs-2 clarity. 18kt

Category

2010s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Carat Diamond and Gold Bowtie Pin 18K Gold
10 Carat Diamond and Gold Bowtie Pin 18K Gold

10 Carat Diamond and Gold Bowtie Pin 18K Gold

By EstatebyJR

Located in New York, NY

sophistication and glamour. This exquisite pin features a dazzling array of diamonds totaling 10-12 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin #18363
10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin #18363

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin #18363

Located in Washington Depot, CT

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Head Stick Pin This elegant stick pin features one round

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Fancy 10 Carat Foliate Motif Diamond Brooch
Fancy 10 Carat Foliate Motif Diamond Brooch

Fancy 10 Carat Foliate Motif Diamond Brooch

Located in Bellevue, WA

stem is flush set with a round brilliant cut diamond. The brooch measures 2-1/3 inches in length

Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

10 Carat Diamond Edwardian Star Burst Pin
10 Carat Diamond Edwardian Star Burst Pin

10 Carat Diamond Edwardian Star Burst Pin

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Edwardian platinum and 18 karat yellow gold star burst pin/brooch with approximately 10 carats of

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

.10 Carats Diamonds Gold Flower Brooch
.10 Carats Diamonds Gold Flower Brooch

.10 Carats Diamonds Gold Flower Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

14k yellow gold brooch featuring 4 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing .10cts total, G color SI

Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Verdura Baguette and Round Diamonds Brooch / Pin 10 Carat TDW
Verdura Baguette and Round Diamonds Brooch / Pin 10 Carat TDW

Verdura Baguette and Round Diamonds Brooch / Pin 10 Carat TDW

By Verdura

Located in Manhasset, NY

A Spectacular Verdura Baguette and Round Diamond Brooch or Pin having 10 Carat TDW. A one of a

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

10 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Leaf Brooch Pin
10 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Leaf Brooch Pin

10 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Leaf Brooch Pin

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This fabulous estate pin features 10 carats of rose cut and round brilliant cut diamonds. The 318

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Belle Époque Sheaf of Wheat 10 Carat Pear Shape Brown Diamonds Brooch
Antique Belle Époque Sheaf of Wheat 10 Carat Pear Shape Brown Diamonds Brooch

Antique Belle Époque Sheaf of Wheat 10 Carat Pear Shape Brown Diamonds Brooch

Located in London, GB

: VS/SI - 46 Diamonds • Cut: Single • Total Carat Weight: 1.20ct approximately • Colour: H/I • Clarity

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Vintage 1920s French Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Pearl Brooch in 10 Karat White Gold and Silver Topped
Edwardian Diamond Pearl Brooch in 10 Karat White Gold and Silver Topped

Edwardian Diamond Pearl Brooch in 10 Karat White Gold and Silver Topped

Located in Fairfield, CT

Edwardian Diamond Pearl Brooch in 10 Karat White Gold and Silver Topped This Edwardian brooch is a

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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Platinum 10.50 Carat Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch Pin
Platinum 10.50 Carat Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch Pin

Platinum 10.50 Carat Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch Pin

Located in Baltimore, MD

Platinum 10 Carat Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch Pin Metal: Platinum Weight: 19.37 grams Diamonds

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro 18 Karat White Gold 10 Carat Diamond Double Convertible Fur Clip
Retro 18 Karat White Gold 10 Carat Diamond Double Convertible Fur Clip

Retro 18 Karat White Gold 10 Carat Diamond Double Convertible Fur Clip

Located in Cape May, NJ

Era: Retro c. 1940s Composition: 18K White Gold Main Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: Approximately

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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 10 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch
18K White Gold 10 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch

18K White Gold 10 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch

Located in New York, NY

same luster to it as it did 30 years ago. The brooch measures about 2.5 inches long. Diamond Carat

Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

.10 Carat Diamond Pearl Garnet Yellow Gold Octopus Brooch Pendant Necklace
.10 Carat Diamond Pearl Garnet Yellow Gold Octopus Brooch Pendant Necklace

.10 Carat Diamond Pearl Garnet Yellow Gold Octopus Brooch Pendant Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

Art Deco 1930's, Octopus brooch pendant circa 1935 with a GIA certified freshwater pearl, diamond

Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bee .75 Carat Ruby .10 Carat Diamond Brooch
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bee .75 Carat Ruby .10 Carat Diamond Brooch

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bee .75 Carat Ruby .10 Carat Diamond Brooch

Located in Dallas, TX

) lining his body and eyes, and 5 round brilliant cut diamonds (.10 ctw G color, VS internal clarity

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Natural VS 10 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Spray Brooch
Natural VS 10 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Spray Brooch

Natural VS 10 Carat Diamond and Platinum Floral Spray Brooch

Located in St Helens, GB

A stunning true vintage Platinum and Diamond brooch of floral spray design. Set with over 10

Category

20th Century British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

10 Carat Antique French Belle Époque Platinum and Diamonds Brooch
10 Carat Antique French Belle Époque Platinum and Diamonds Brooch

10 Carat Antique French Belle Époque Platinum and Diamonds Brooch

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

10 carats Antique French Belle Epoque Platinum and Diamonds Brooch Very Beautiful Brooch, French

Category

Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1950s French 10 Carats of Diamonds Platinum Large Flower Brooch
1950s French 10 Carats of Diamonds Platinum Large Flower Brooch

1950s French 10 Carats of Diamonds Platinum Large Flower Brooch

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

Amazing vintage French Platinum flower brooch covered with diamonds. Approximate total diamond

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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By Tiffany & Co.

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Located in OVIEDO, AS

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2010s Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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Vintage 1960s 12.80 Carat Ruby Flower Brooch with Diamonds

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Located in New York, NY

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Materials

Pearl, Ruby, White Gold

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By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

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Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

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By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

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Vintage 1960s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1960 18 K white Gold cluster Vintage Ruby Diamonds Brooch
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Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Brooch 1950S
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Located in Geneva, CH

Art Deco Diamond White Gold and Platinum Brooch. Circa 1950. Total weight: 15.69 grams. Dimensions: approx. 4.70 centimeters x 2.40 centimeters.

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Vintage 1950s European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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$19,500

W 1.5 in L 2 in

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By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

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By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

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Materials

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

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Materials

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$21,000 / set

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By Graff

Located in Weston, MA

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Located in Bernardsville, NJ

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By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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10 Carat Diamond Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 10 carat diamond brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect 10 carat diamond brooch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 10 carat diamond brooch over the years, but those made by Ambrosi, Cartier and Cellini are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and baguette cut versions for sale. Most of our 10 carat diamond brooch for sale are for women, but there are 54 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 10 Carat Diamond Brooch?

The price for a 10 carat diamond brooch starts at $375 and tops out at $125,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $9,275.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Brooches for You

Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.

While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like GucciVersaceDior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step. 

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. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.

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