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18 Karat Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18 karat gold designed in a unique contemporary design. Dimensions L 2 1/2" x W 1 3/4
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Palermo, IT
brooch in the shape of "unfurled sails" in 18 kt yellow gold and 0.12 ct natural diamond G -Vvs2.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diamond 18 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Belle Époque style. Mounted in 18 carat white- and yellow gold. With 27 brilliant-cut diamonds with
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 18 Carat Gold Brooch
Diamond 18 Carat Gold Brooch
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L 2.71 in
18 Karat Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
By Sarah Pulvertaft
Located in Tuxedo Park, NY
This elegant, striking brooch in 18K gold is designed and made by UK jeweler Sarah Pulvertaft
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2010s British Contemporary Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

18 Karat Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
18 Karat Gold "Glimmering" Brooch
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W 0.8 in L 0.8 in
18 Karat Diamond Enamel Birds Brooch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This beautiful two bird brooch is sure to be a conversation starter! 18 karat yellow gold birds on
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Late 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This stunning three-dimensional bow brooch has been masterfully handcrafted in 18-karat yellow gold
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bow Brooch
Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bow Brooch
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H 1.97 in W 2.56 in
18 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold Bee brooch with cathedral enamels / Italy 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch
18 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch
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W 2.37 in L 1.97 in
18 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold Butterfly brooch - pendant, with different colored enamels / Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch
18 Karat Gold and Enamel Brooch
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W 2.17 in L 1.97 in
18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin. Superb eight-petal flower brooch pin with highly texturized
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin
18 Karat Flower Diamond Brooch Pin
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H 0.18 in Dm 1.11 in
Soldier Brooch 18 Karat White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Soldier form ancient times brooch. 18-karat white gold. Accommodated with an up-to-date digital
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

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White Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold bow brooch, with round and tapered brilliant diamonds for a total of
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Early 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
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L 1.93 in
18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pearl Brooch Pin. Lovely flower brooch pin with the center of each
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
18 Karat Flower Pearl Brooch Pin
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W 1.04 in L 1.89 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 Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

White 18 Karat Diamonds Bow Brooch
Located in Milano, Lombardia
White 18kt bow brooch with white diamonds Can be worn as a pendent if used on a chain Total weight
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Brooches

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

White 18 Karat Diamonds Bow Brooch
White 18 Karat Diamonds Bow Brooch
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W 1.97 in D 0.6 in L 1.97 in
18 Karat Gold Floral Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Designer Floral Brooch Pin 11.4 grams 18Kt. Yellow gold. Overall: 48 x 25mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Floral Brooch Pin
18 Karat Gold Floral Brooch Pin
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W 1.89 in L 0.99 in
Cameo Brooch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Authentic 19° century Brooch in 18k yellow gold structure
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Antique 1850s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Diamond 18k Gold Brooch. bulbous ropy design is a one of a kind piece. Total weight 56.80
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20th Century French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Brooch
Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Brooch
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H 2 in L 4.25 in
Flower Brooch Diamond Enamel 18 K
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k yellow gold front tip in Silver enamel ca. 1 ct diamond 1 yellow sapphire 16,88 gram ca. 6 cm
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20th Century European Brooches

Flower Brooch Diamond Enamel 18 K
Flower Brooch Diamond Enamel 18 K
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W 1.58 in L 2.37 in
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

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Yellow Gold Fan Brooch 1940s
Located in Bari, IT
Parure 18 Kt gold brooch and earrings, Italian manufacture, 1940s.Beautiful bouquet design
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Antique 19th Century Italian Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch Mousson Atelier represent with prouds! 18 Carat Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Brooches

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

Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
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W 0.61 in L 2.36 in
18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this very cute colourful bird brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with a lovely
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Late 20th Century Belgian Retro Brooches

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

18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
18k Heavy bird Brooch - solid 18 K yellow gold animal brooch
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H 0.99 in W 1.78 in D 0.4 in
18 Karat Yellow Cameo Brooch/Pendant #12682
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This brooch, depicting two leaves held by a branch, entirely crafted in 18-karat white gold, is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jade Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Jade Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
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W 2.43 in L 1.46 in
1900s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold. This charming antique brooch of round shape is openwork and
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Turquoise White Gold 18 Karat Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Splendid brooch designed first and then handcrafted by expert artisans in the sector, made of 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Turquoise White Gold 18 Karat Brooch
Diamonds Turquoise White Gold 18 Karat Brooch
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W 2.28 in L 2.41 in
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Splendid Brooch designed and made by Neapolitan goldsmiths in 18 Karat
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
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W 2.05 in L 1.03 in
1970s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. This original retro brooch is formed from a
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat white brooch.Handmade by artisans assembled with diamonds Brooch
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Handcraft Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
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H 0.16 in W 2.17 in L 1.46 in
Opal Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This exquisite vintage opal brooch in 18 Karat yellow gold enchants with elegance. At the center
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20th Century European Artist Brooches

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Opal Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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W 1.1 in L 1 in
18 Karat Gold Owl Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Stunning artistic creation. A testament to the imagination,talents,and creativity of the jewelers of yesteryear. Combining precious gemstones; sapphires diamonds emeralds and pearls...
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful Brooch umbrella of 18 Karat white gold and studded with natural white brilliants with one
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

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Coral, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
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W 1.21 in L 2.25 in
1970s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karats white gold. Brooch with contemporary lines, it represents 2 interlaced loops
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Brooches

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

Vintage Cherub Chariot 18 KT Gold Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This lovely vintage solid 18 Kt gold hand created brooch is much of a little piece of art made by
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Cherub Chariot 18 KT Gold Brooch
Vintage Cherub Chariot 18 KT Gold Brooch
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H 1.03 in W 1.42 in
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Brooch / Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat white gold brooch/pendant in flowers motif, with brilliant diamonds in various
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Late 20th Century Italian Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Brooch / Pendant
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Brooch / Pendant
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H 1.82 in W 1.23 in
Cross Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Cross brooch of two barrels shaped with drops in 18 kt yellow gold Total grams of gold gr 7.40
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Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Cross Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Cross Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in D 0.48 in L 2.37 in
18 Karat Gold and Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage horseshoe brooch with 18 karat yellow gold and brilliant diamonds, Italy 1940-1950s
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Early 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Carat Gold Diamond Lioness Brooch
Located in Glasgow, GB
brooch is unhallmarked and has been tested and confirmed to be 18 carat gold. Period: - Circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Gold Silver and Diamond Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage round photo holder brooch with miniatures of angels, and 18 karat gold and silver
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Early 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Silver

Romantic Enamel Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
At the centre of this romantic brooch in 18 karat rose gold is a wonderfully composed scene painted
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Romantic Enamel Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
Romantic Enamel Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
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H 1.61 in W 1.77 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch/Pendant
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W 1.5 in L 1.86 in
1950s Floral Brooch Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this magnificent floral brooch from the '50s, a true vintage treasure. Crafted from mother
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearls, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Beautiful brooch in 18 karat rose gold structure mounted
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pearls, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Brooch
Pearls, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Brooch
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W 1.62 in L 1.42 in
18 Karat Gold Silver and Diamond Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage knot brooch with 18 karat yellow gold and silver, and 40 small brilliant diamonds with 2
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Early 20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Silver and Diamond Brooch
18 Karat Gold Silver and Diamond Brooch
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W 1.19 in L 2.37 in
18 Karat Gold Pearl and Chrysoprase Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Venetian 18 karat gold birds and leaves brooch, with pearls, Chrysoprase stones and garnets
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Pearl and Chrysoprase Brooch
18 Karat Gold Pearl and Chrysoprase Brooch
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H 1.78 in W 2.76 in
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

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Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Ruby Pearl Brooch Yellow Gold 18 Karat
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W 0.394 in L 2.756 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Sailing Yacht Brooch
Located in London, GB
A beautifully detailed yellow gold sailing boat/yacht brooch made of solid 18k yellow gold. The
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2010s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chiselled Brooch in Yellow Gold 18 Karat
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Gorgeous double chiselled knot brooch of the Roserosse collection The chiselling is an ancient art
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Chiselled Brooch in Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Chiselled Brooch in Yellow Gold 18 Karat
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W 0.95 in D 0.6 in L 4.14 in
18 Karat Green Gold Ivy Vine Brooch
Located in Troy, MI
, scarf or anything you want. Brooches are coming back with fervor, be at the front of the fashion trends
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Green Gold Ivy Vine Brooch
18 Karat Green Gold Ivy Vine Brooch
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H 30 in W 54 in
Fabulous Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Located in Lucerne, CH
This beautifully handcrafted floral brooch in 18 karat white gold is set with 10 old cut diamonds
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1950s
Located in Wailea, HI
18k Diamond Bow Brooch circa 1950's in yellow and white gold Fourteen round brilliant cut diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1950s
18 Karat Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1950s
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W 1.38 in D 0.5 in L 1.75 in
Retro Diamond Enamel Flower Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
/VVS. 1940 ca Fine condition throughout Metal: 18 Kt yellow and white gold Hallmarks: assay Gems: 1
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Vintage 1940s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Antique 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The sweet image on this delicately carved cameo brooch is of a lovely lady with gorgeous detail
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches

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Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This 18K White Gold and Diamond Brooch was created in the U.S.A and weights 15.7 Grams and measures
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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

American Bald Eagle 18 Karat Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
American eagle brooch, finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold, featuring approximately a total
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Vintage 1980s American Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Giancarlo Montebello 18 K Yellow Gold Monkey Brooch
By Giancarlo Montebello
Located in Bari, IT
Beautiful Giancarlo Montebello. 18 K Gold monkey brooch, perfect for everyday wear.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond Tulip Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18K gold, a stunning brooch hand set in 1.57 carats ruby and 3.29 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in Webster, NY
Vintage Diamond butterfly brooch crafted in 18k white gold. Total Diamond Carat Weight
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold Butterfly Jade Diamond Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18K gold, this stunning brooch is hand set in 13.81 carats Jade and 2.47 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Gold

Carved Coral 18 Karat Gold Diamond Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18K gold, a stunning brooch hand set in 9.39 carats carved coral and 1.73 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

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18 Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 18 brooches for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 9679 vintage editions and 2149 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 18 brooches made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and Van Cleef & Arpels are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 5549 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of 18 brooches, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 18 Brooches?

Prices for 18 brooches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $10 and can go as high as $475,000, while 18 brooches, on average, fetch $4,214.

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.