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Elegant Oval Brooch with French & Mixed-Cut Diamonds
Elegant Oval Brooch with French & Mixed-Cut Diamonds

Elegant Oval Brooch with French & Mixed-Cut Diamonds

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The central bar is set with French-cut diamonds, while the surrounding frame showcases mixed-cut diamonds.

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Antique Late 19th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage White Diamond Rose Cut French Bird Brooch
Vintage White Diamond Rose Cut French Bird Brooch

Vintage White Diamond Rose Cut French Bird Brooch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful French bird with good quality white diamond rose cut rounds.

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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

White Diamond

1950s French 7.5 Carats Baguette and Brilliant Cut Diamonds Gold Brooch
1950s French 7.5 Carats Baguette and Brilliant Cut Diamonds Gold Brooch

1950s French 7.5 Carats Baguette and Brilliant Cut Diamonds Gold Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

This splendid antique brooch features a flower and branch entirely set with round brilliant cut diamonds as well as lines of baguette cut diamonds.

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Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Snowflake diamond brooch in 18k gold, brilliant cut diamond
Snowflake diamond brooch in 18k gold, brilliant cut diamond

Snowflake diamond brooch in 18k gold, brilliant cut diamond

Located in PARIS, FR

Snowflake diamond brooch in 18 karats gold. Brooch featuring a snowflake centered with a 0.05 carat brilliant-cut diamond.

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Art Deco French diamond butterfly brooches
Art Deco French diamond butterfly brooches

Art Deco French diamond butterfly brooches

Located in New York, NY

France. Each brooch is pavé-set with diamonds and formed with outspread wings, the surfaces articulated with a mix of round and rose-cut stones that create texture and brilliance ac...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Wonderful French antique bar brooch - Victorian - rose cut diamonds & sapphire
Wonderful French antique bar brooch - Victorian - rose cut diamonds & sapphire

Wonderful French antique bar brooch - Victorian - rose cut diamonds & sapphire

Located in Antwerp, BE

On top of that, the whole bar is set with these lovely diamonds. A French eagle head is struck in the pin of the brooch, telling us that a part of this marvellous brooch was made ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

French Victorian old cut diamond gold and silver crescent brooch
French Victorian old cut diamond gold and silver crescent brooch

French Victorian old cut diamond gold and silver crescent brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This beautiful French Victorian crescent brooch is a romantic antique jewel from the 1880’s, featuring 8 old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carat in total.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

French Victorian rose cut diamond 18k yellow gold enamel brooch
French Victorian rose cut diamond 18k yellow gold enamel brooch

French Victorian rose cut diamond 18k yellow gold enamel brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This beautiful French Victorian brooch is a refined jewel from the 1900’s, centered by a rose cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carat.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique French Rose Gold Silver and Ol Cut Diamond Brooch
Antique French Rose Gold Silver and Ol Cut Diamond Brooch

Antique French Rose Gold Silver and Ol Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in Firenze, IT

Designed as oval plaque, set with fold European-cut diamond. Lenght: 6cm

Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver

A French 18K Gold & Silver Heart Brooch  Citrine & Rose-Cut Diamonds
A French 18K Gold & Silver Heart Brooch  Citrine & Rose-Cut Diamonds

A French 18K Gold & Silver Heart Brooch Citrine & Rose-Cut Diamonds

Located in London, GB

H. approximately 17 mm · 4.1 grams 18k gold, silver, citrine cabochon, rose-cut diamonds French work, second half of the 19th century An enchanting example of Victorian sentimentali...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

French Victorian Diamond and Pearl Brooch
French Victorian Diamond and Pearl Brooch

French Victorian Diamond and Pearl Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

The original early Victorian brooch originated in France circa 1870-80. It is made with silver applied on gold, like many pieces from that period.

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Antique 1890s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

French 1900s Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Round Brooch
French 1900s Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Round Brooch

French 1900s Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Round Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Charming antique rose gold brooch, it is round and decorated with a pattern composed of iris flowers and leaves moved, the heart of each flower is set with a small rose-cut diamond.

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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

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

Platinum Round Cut Diamond 17.00cttw Vintage Brooch
Platinum Round Cut Diamond 17.00cttw Vintage Brooch

Platinum Round Cut Diamond 17.00cttw Vintage Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A striking vintage brooch designed in the elegant shape of a flower, crafted in platinum and encrusted with approximately 17.00 carats of sparkling diamonds. The bloom is composed of...

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20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French 1960s Retro Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
French 1960s Retro Diamond Gold Floral Brooch

French 1960s Retro Diamond Gold Floral Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This yellow gold brooch depicts a fern leaf adorned with a cultured pearl with a pearly white luster. The clasp is a pin with a s...

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Antique crescent brooch crafted in silver on 14K rose gold, studded with 65 rose cut natural diamonds totaling approximately 2.60 carats.

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Antique 1880s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold
Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold

Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold

Located in Antwerp, BE

We are delighted to introduce you to this French mid 19th century beauty. This bow shaped brooch is set with antique old mine cut diamonds as well as with rose cut diamonds.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique French Old Mine Cut Diamond Shell 18k Gold Brooch
Antique French Old Mine Cut Diamond Shell 18k Gold Brooch

Antique French Old Mine Cut Diamond Shell 18k Gold Brooch

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique french 18k gold shell brooch centered with 1 large natural white south sea pearl size 8mm diameter flanked with old mine cut diamonds and colorful enamel hall marked with 19t...

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Antique 1890s European Brooches

French Art Deco 1920s Platinum 2.88tgw Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch
French Art Deco 1920s Platinum 2.88tgw Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch

French Art Deco 1920s Platinum 2.88tgw Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

An Art Deco, sapphire, diamond, and platinum brooch, comprising eight calibre step cut blue sapphires, one large old European cut diamond, and fifty-six smaller old European and sing...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

French Art Deco Rose-Cut Diamond and Natural Pearl Bar Brooch in Platinum
French Art Deco Rose-Cut Diamond and Natural Pearl Bar Brooch in Platinum

French Art Deco Rose-Cut Diamond and Natural Pearl Bar Brooch in Platinum

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco rose-cut diamond bar brooch set with five natural pearls, in 18k gold and platinum.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique Victorian French 18K Yellow Gold & Silver 1.4ctw Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Antique Victorian French 18K Yellow Gold & Silver 1.4ctw Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Antique Victorian French 18K Yellow Gold & Silver 1.4ctw Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

An antique diamond, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising seventy-eight old cut diamonds, and ten rose cut diamonds, in silver and 18 karat yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1950s Platinum Diamond Flower Brooch, 29.15ct, Retro Style, France
1950s Platinum Diamond Flower Brooch, 29.15ct, Retro Style, France

1950s Platinum Diamond Flower Brooch, 29.15ct, Retro Style, France

Located in New York, NY

Magnificent flower brooch embellished with diamonds and made in platinum. Designed as two flowers set "en tremblant" in the centers with 2 round diamonds weighing approximately 5.50 ...

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20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

French 18k Gold Platinum Diamond 'En Tremblant' Brooch
French 18k Gold Platinum Diamond 'En Tremblant' Brooch

French 18k Gold Platinum Diamond 'En Tremblant' Brooch

Located in New York, NY

French 18k Gold Platinum Diamond 'En Tremblant' Brooch This extraordinary circa 1970s French brooch features a flower design with moveable petals that will close into a bud or open ...

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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Large Rose Cut Diamond Quintuple Circle Brooch, Art Deco
Large Rose Cut Diamond Quintuple Circle Brooch, Art Deco

Large Rose Cut Diamond Quintuple Circle Brooch, Art Deco

Located in London, England

Somehow it is modern, yet traditional - grand yet fun with approx. 5 carats of rose cut diamonds adorn the five sections of the brooch.

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20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1970s French 18 Karat White Gold Spiral Diamonds Brooch
1970s French 18 Karat White Gold Spiral Diamonds Brooch

1970s French 18 Karat White Gold Spiral Diamonds Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Authentic vintage jewel - French work from the 1970s. Our opinion: This vintage white gold diamond brooch can be worn at different angles depending on the look you wish to give it.

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Vintage 1970s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage French 1.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Vintage French 1.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch

Vintage French 1.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine yellow gold diamond emerald brooch. Emerald Quality Cut Square/Rectangular/Cabochon Content 1.70 car...

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Vintage 1940s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Extreme Art Deco Diamond and French Cut Onyx Brooch, circa 1920s in Platinum
Extreme Art Deco Diamond and French Cut Onyx Brooch, circa 1920s in Platinum

Extreme Art Deco Diamond and French Cut Onyx Brooch, circa 1920s in Platinum

Located in Wailea, HI

Extreme Art Deco Diamond and French Cut Onyx Brooch c.1920's in Platinum One Old European Cut Diamond weighing .30 carats approximately Two Old European Cut Diamonds weighing .20 car...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, Platinum

Oak Diamond Brooch Mid-Victorian Gold Silver Old Mined Cut Diamonds Gift wedding
Oak Diamond Brooch Mid-Victorian Gold Silver Old Mined Cut Diamonds Gift wedding

Oak Diamond Brooch Mid-Victorian Gold Silver Old Mined Cut Diamonds Gift wedding

Located in Berlin, DE

A mid-Victorian diamond oak leaf brooch, circa 1860s. Set in yellow gold and silver, length 45 mm Designed as a cluster of two oak leaves, of graduated size and pave set with old cu...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1963 Georges Braque Cut Diamond Gold 'Scamander' Brooch
1963 Georges Braque Cut Diamond Gold 'Scamander' Brooch

1963 Georges Braque Cut Diamond Gold 'Scamander' Brooch

By Georges Braque

Located in Paris, FR

Express Shipping insured during the Lockdown Beautifull 18K Gold Brooch by Georges Braque (1882-1963), inventor of cubism. Signed "Bijoux de Braque" and numbered EA ( for artist pr...

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Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

French 1960s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Bow Brooch
French 1960s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Bow Brooch

French 1960s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Bow Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

A vintage jewel, this antique brooch features a slender motif of flat gold wires stylizing a knot and adorned at its center with a set of antique-cut diamonds held in place with claws.

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches

Materials

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

French GIA Certified No Oil Colombian Emerald Platinum Diamond Brooch
French GIA Certified No Oil Colombian Emerald Platinum Diamond Brooch

French GIA Certified No Oil Colombian Emerald Platinum Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Set with baguette cut diamonds, old European cut diamonds, French-cut diamonds and marquise cut diamonds Approximate Weight: 17.6 grams 73 Diamonds ~ 8.00 carats in F-G color VS-SI...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Set of Two Diamond Sapphire Ruby Flower Brooches, France
Set of Two Diamond Sapphire Ruby Flower Brooches, France

Set of Two Diamond Sapphire Ruby Flower Brooches, France

Located in New York, NY

A pair of two elegant brooches featuring mystery-set sapphires, rubies and round and baguette diamonds. Metal is platinum & 18k yellow gold, total gross weight is 67.66 gr. Sapp...

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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Wiese Spirit French Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch
Wiese Spirit French Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch

Wiese Spirit French Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Authentic antique jewel - French work of the 1900s, brooch Art Nouveau. Our opinion: Dull gold work is characteristic of this artistic style which lasted only about 20 years.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco Tiffany & Co 18k Gold and Plat Emerald & French Cut Diamond Bar Brooch
Art Deco Tiffany & Co 18k Gold and Plat Emerald & French Cut Diamond Bar Brooch

Art Deco Tiffany & Co 18k Gold and Plat Emerald & French Cut Diamond Bar Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This art deco brooch by Tiffany & Co. is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum and features a refined bar design set with vibrant emeralds and sparkling French cut diamonds.

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20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

1963 Georges Braque Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold  "Hermes" Brooch
1963 Georges Braque Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold  "Hermes" Brooch

1963 Georges Braque Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold "Hermes" Brooch

By Georges Braque

Located in Paris, FR

Express Shipping insured during the Lockdown Exceptional 18K gold and Brilliants Cut Diamonds Brooch by Georges Braque (1882-1963), inventor of cubism.

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Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

French Art Deco 6.00 carat aquamarine diamond platinum brooch
French Art Deco 6.00 carat aquamarine diamond platinum brooch

French Art Deco 6.00 carat aquamarine diamond platinum brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exquisite French Art Deco aquamarine and diamond brooch is a beautifully elegant 1920’s jewel, designed with graceful color, delicate sparkle, and refined period craftsmanship.

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Guilloche Enamel Portrait Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds
Antique Guilloche Enamel Portrait Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds

Antique Guilloche Enamel Portrait Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Two rose cut diamonds adorn the angelic image of her dressed in finery.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Deer Brooch, Circa 1850, Rose Cut Diamonds and Sapphire Eyes in Silver
Victorian Deer Brooch, Circa 1850, Rose Cut Diamonds and Sapphire Eyes in Silver

Victorian Deer Brooch, Circa 1850, Rose Cut Diamonds and Sapphire Eyes in Silver

Located in Firenze, FI

Rare and collectible Victorian deer brooch dating to about 1850, crafted in a refined combination of silver and 14K gold. The piece is set with 29 rose-cut diamonds totaling approxi...

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Antique 1850s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

18K Gold French Art Nouveau Gold Diamond Medallist Brooch
18K Gold French Art Nouveau Gold Diamond Medallist Brooch

18K Gold French Art Nouveau Gold Diamond Medallist Brooch

Located in Flushing, NY

18K Gold French Art Nouveau Gold Diamond Medallist Brooch Approximate Dimensions: 2.5 cm (Length) 2.7 cm (Width) 9.7 grams in weight.

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20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Double Clip Brooch Pin, French, 1930s
Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Double Clip Brooch Pin, French, 1930s

Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Double Clip Brooch Pin, French, 1930s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A pair of double clips created in France in the 1930s. Unusual and French chic, the pair is a great addition to your jewelry collection. Made of platinum (tested) and 18 karat (teste...

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Vintage 1930s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cartier France 18K Gold Diamond Rose Flowering Brooch and Earrings Set
Cartier France 18K Gold Diamond Rose Flowering Brooch and Earrings Set

Cartier France 18K Gold Diamond Rose Flowering Brooch and Earrings Set

By Cartier

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An 18 karat gold and diamond rose flowering brooch and matching earrings created by Cartier of France.

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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique 14k White Gold Brooch with 12 Brilliant-Cut Diamonds & 12 Sapphires
Antique 14k White Gold Brooch with 12 Brilliant-Cut Diamonds & 12 Sapphires

Antique 14k White Gold Brooch with 12 Brilliant-Cut Diamonds & 12 Sapphires

Located in Berlin, BE

This beautiful antique brooch, crafted in 14k white gold, showcases a classic elegance that transcends time. Set with a stunning array of 12 brilliant-cut diamonds and 12 brilliant-c...

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Antique 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch

Located in Venice, CA

The brooch contains 56 natural antique Old Mine Cut diamonds.

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Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co., France Retro coral heart brooch
Tiffany & Co., France Retro coral heart brooch

Tiffany & Co., France Retro coral heart brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A Retro pavé coral and collet-set diamond brooch designed as a heart, in 18k gold. Tiffany & Co., France. Total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carats. This charming brooch is...

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

1960's French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Spray Pin Brooch
1960's French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Spray Pin Brooch

1960's French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Spray Pin Brooch

Located in Boca Raton, FL

18K Yellow Gold French Diamond Spray Brooch featuring an elegant, nature-inspired design accented with thirteen round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.65 carat total w...

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Mid-20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 2 TCW Diamond 18K White Gold Dove Brooch, France
Van Cleef & Arpels 2 TCW Diamond 18K White Gold Dove Brooch, France

Van Cleef & Arpels 2 TCW Diamond 18K White Gold Dove Brooch, France

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Rare estate VCA diamond 18K white gold dove brooch 61 round brilliant cut F-G, VS diamonds, approximately 2 TCW 18K white gold Marks: VCA, 750, French assay mark, numbered Condition...

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20th Century French Romantic Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k gold owl brooch with diamond
18k gold owl brooch with diamond

18k gold owl brooch with diamond

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat gold brooch in the shape of an owl pavé set with brilliant cut yellow diamonds, the eyes are set with 2 brown diamonds and the feathers are accented with pear shaped whit...

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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique French Rose Cut Diamond Belt Buckle
Antique French Rose Cut Diamond Belt Buckle

Antique French Rose Cut Diamond Belt Buckle

Located in London, GB

Here we have an antique belt buckle crafted in France around the turn of the 20th century. This 22ct yellow gold art nouveau piece showcases a intertwining, twisted design which foll...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Briolette Diamond Bow Brooch
Victorian Briolette Diamond Bow Brooch

Victorian Briolette Diamond Bow Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Briolette Diamond Bow Brooch A Victorian bow brooch set with round cut diamonds and square cut rubies, adorned with three dangling briolette diamonds.

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Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique 14 Karat French Painted Enamel Diamond Portrait Brooch Pin or Pendant
Antique 14 Karat French Painted Enamel Diamond Portrait Brooch Pin or Pendant

Antique 14 Karat French Painted Enamel Diamond Portrait Brooch Pin or Pendant

Located in Baltimore, MD

Antique 14 Karat French Painted Enamel Natural Diamond Portrait Brooch/ Pendant Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 7.36 grams Diamonds: 4 single cut natural diamonds, approx. .12 CTW G...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

French Art Nouveau Natural Pearls Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
French Art Nouveau Natural Pearls Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch

French Art Nouveau Natural Pearls Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Made of satin-finished gold, this lovely antique brooch is set with a brilliant-cut diamond in the center, with 4x3 natural pearls at the four cardinal points, in a decoration made o...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Snowflake Brooch
French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Snowflake Brooch

French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Snowflake Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Delightful antique brooch, it forms a flake set in the center with an antique brilliant-cut diamond and rose-cut diamonds.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Si...

French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890

French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890

Located in London, GB

A French antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, with a graduating row of cushion-cut sapphires, spaced with tiny rose-cut diamonds either side, with a row of old mine-cut diam...

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Antique 1890s French Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier 18k Gold and Diamond Bird Brooch, Circa 1960-1970, France
Cartier 18k Gold and Diamond Bird Brooch, Circa 1960-1970, France

Cartier 18k Gold and Diamond Bird Brooch, Circa 1960-1970, France

By Cartier

Located in QUIMPER, FR

The finely chiselled plumage is rendered in textured yellow gold, enhanced with white gold elements set with brilliant-cut diamonds forming the wing and punctuating the composition.

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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

7.20 Ct. Vintage Platinum Old European, Baguette & Fancy Cut Diamond Pin Brooch
7.20 Ct. Vintage Platinum Old European, Baguette & Fancy Cut Diamond Pin Brooch

7.20 Ct. Vintage Platinum Old European, Baguette & Fancy Cut Diamond Pin Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

An impressive estate vintage diamond pin brooch, expertly crafted in platinum and showcasing a sophisticated composition of historic diamond cuts. At the center is a finely proporti...

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Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 14k Gold Brooch with Old-Cut Diamonds and Pearl
Art Deco 14k Gold Brooch with Old-Cut Diamonds and Pearl

Art Deco 14k Gold Brooch with Old-Cut Diamonds and Pearl

Located in Berlin, BE

Art Deco Brooch in 14k Yellow and White Gold Set with old-cut diamonds and a pearl, featuring a beautiful period design. Crafted in 14k yellow and white gold, with a total weight of ...

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20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French Vintage Yellow Gold Platinum 13ctw Fiery Diamond Large Floral Pin Brooch
French Vintage Yellow Gold Platinum 13ctw Fiery Diamond Large Floral Pin Brooch

French Vintage Yellow Gold Platinum 13ctw Fiery Diamond Large Floral Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- 176 Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Fiery Brilliant White Diamonds - Mostly VVS-VS with a few SI-I Clarity - 13ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Y...

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20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch
19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch

19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Numbered 539. Authentic antique brooch - French work of the second half of the 19th century.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapph...

4.70 Ct. Estate Vintage Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Milgrain Pin Brooch
4.70 Ct. Estate Vintage Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Milgrain Pin Brooch

4.70 Ct. Estate Vintage Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Milgrain Pin Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant estate vintage diamond pin brooch, finely handcrafted in platinum and showcasing classic early 20th-century diamond workmanship. At the center of the design is a beautifu...

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Mid-20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Mid-Century Diamonds Brooch, 18K Gold and Platinum, France Circa 1950’s
Vintage Mid-Century Diamonds Brooch, 18K Gold and Platinum, France Circa 1950’s

Vintage Mid-Century Diamonds Brooch, 18K Gold and Platinum, France Circa 1950’s

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

An elegant and beautifully crafted French mid-century diamond brooch, executed in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold as a sculptural cascade of finely twisted gold ribbons, gracefully...

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Vintage 1950s French Post-War Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

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French Griffin Rose Cut Diamond Gold Brooch Pin
French Griffin Rose Cut Diamond Gold Brooch Pin

French Griffin Rose Cut Diamond Gold Brooch Pin

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H 1.19 in W 2.56 in D 0.48 in

French Griffin Rose Cut Diamond Gold Brooch Pin

Located in Middleton, WI

It is done in all 18 karat gold and holds a silver set 2 mm rose cut diamond in it's talons. This piece bears the French assay marks of the eagles head and the owl.

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Antique 1890s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

7.50 Carat Mixed Cut Diamond Spray Pin Brooch
7.50 Carat Mixed Cut Diamond Spray Pin Brooch

7.50 Carat Mixed Cut Diamond Spray Pin Brooch

Unavailable

W 2.219 in L 1.625 in

7.50 Carat Mixed Cut Diamond Spray Pin Brooch

Located in QLD , AU

This glistening beauty features between 7.50 - 8.50cts of mixed cut diamonds - round, French, carre & baguettes.

Category

20th Century French Romantic Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Stunning French Diamond Platinum Brooch
1920s Stunning French Diamond Platinum Brooch

1920s Stunning French Diamond Platinum Brooch

Unavailable

W 0.98 in L 2.28 in

1920s Stunning French Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in Berlin, DE

French, around 1920. Art Déco typical design. Set with 53 old- cut and rose-cut diamonds with an overall weight of ca. 2.65 carat. Mounted in platinum. Hallmarked with the eagle’s he...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French Antique Old Mine Cushion Rose cut Diamond Lotus Brooch 18K Gold Estate
French Antique Old Mine Cushion Rose cut Diamond Lotus Brooch 18K Gold Estate

French Antique Old Mine Cushion Rose cut Diamond Lotus Brooch 18K Gold Estate

By Estate Jewelry

Located in Brambleton, US

French Antique Old Mine Rose cut Diamond Lotus Brooch 18K Gold Estate This beautiful floral spray brooch will make the most luxurious of gifts.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Double Heart Pendant-Brooch
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Double Heart Pendant-Brooch

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Double Heart Pendant-Brooch

Located in Miami Beach, FL

From THE PERSONAL COLLECTION OF FRED LEIGHTON. Designed as a pair of hearts beneath a crown motif, composed of two foil backed pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds, framed and topped with ...

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

1850's French 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Rose Cut Diamond Fleur-de-Lis Brooch
1850's French 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Rose Cut Diamond Fleur-de-Lis Brooch

1850's French 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Rose Cut Diamond Fleur-de-Lis Brooch

Located in QLD , AU

This 1850's original French Fleur-de-lis brooch is a true collectors piece - expertly crafted in 18k yellow gold it features a white gold ribbon across the center set with 5 old rose...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Brooch
Cartier Diamond Brooch

Cartier Diamond Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Magnificent One-Of-A-Kind Cartier Citrine and Diamond Brooch.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond

1880s Old Cut Diamonds Silver Sparkling Gold "Bow" Brooch
1880s Old Cut Diamonds Silver Sparkling Gold "Bow" Brooch

1880s Old Cut Diamonds Silver Sparkling Gold "Bow" Brooch

Located in Paris, FR

An antique bow-shaped brooch composed of gold, silver and old cut diamonds set in grains.

Category

Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond
Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Unavailable

W 1.38 in L 2.37 in

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Located in PARIS, FR

Retro brooch in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). set with 6 brilliant cut diamonds. about 0.03 ct each. Total weight of diamonds: 0.18 ct. length: 6 cm. width: 3.5 cm. Total ...

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond
Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Unavailable

W 2.12 in L 2.5 in

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Located in PARIS, FR

Brooch in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). peacock pattern. set with 164 diamonds. brilliant cut. total weight diamonds: about 1.476 ct. peacock eye set with an emerald. cut ...

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond
Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Unavailable

W 0.82 in L 1.63 in

Brooch Yellow Gold Diamond

Located in PARIS, FR

Brooch depicting a key. set with 26 diamonds. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). brilliant cut. with a total weight of about 0.39 ct. (each diamond weighing about 0.015 ct)....

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Brooch White Gold Diamond
Brooch White Gold Diamond

Brooch White Gold Diamond

Unavailable

W 1.57 in L 2.13 in

Brooch White Gold Diamond

Located in PARIS, FR

Brooch flower in white gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). openwork pattern. in the center 4 brilliant diamonds of about 0.12 ct each. and on some petals and stems. a paving of 40 bril...

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Brooch Rose Gold Diamond
Brooch Rose Gold Diamond

Brooch Rose Gold Diamond

Unavailable

W 1.04 in D 0.47 in L 2.64 in

Brooch Rose Gold Diamond

Located in PARIS, FR

Circular pattern brooch in rose gold 750 thousandths (18 carats) and platinum 950 thousandths. set with 9 diamonds. 8 set on platinum of about 0.11 ct each. and set with a central di...

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Brooch White Gold Diamond
Brooch White Gold Diamond

Brooch White Gold Diamond

Unavailable

W 2.19 in L 1.11 in

Brooch White Gold Diamond

Located in PARIS, FR

Art Deco brooch in white gold 750 thousandths (18 carats) and platinum 950 thousandths. stacked in the center of a brilliant diamond of about 1.49 ct. supported by 4 baguette diamond...

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1970s French  Diamond Green Plique à Jour Enamel Brooch Pendant
1970s French  Diamond Green Plique à Jour Enamel Brooch Pendant

1970s French Diamond Green Plique à Jour Enamel Brooch Pendant

Located in Valenza, IT

Stunning Art Nouveau style Brooch(it may be worn as a pendant as well): almost 2 Carat Top Quality White Diamond(1.98, D-E, IF) combined with beautiful green plique à jour enamel, in...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian French 12.20 Carat Diamond Double Crescent Moon 18 Karat Brooch
Victorian French 12.20 Carat Diamond Double Crescent Moon 18 Karat Brooch

Victorian French 12.20 Carat Diamond Double Crescent Moon 18 Karat Brooch

Located in Napoli, IT

Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold and silver, tested Hallmarks: French assay Gems: 2 cushion old mine cut diamond totalling approx 1.40 Ct (G-VVS/VS) – 57 old mine cut ...

Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Lorenz Bäumer 66 Carat Cushion Cut Rubellite Sapphires Diamonds Brooch

Lorenz Bäumer 66 Carat Cushion Cut Rubellite Sapphires Diamonds Brooch

By Lorenz Baumer

Located in Paris, FR

This exceptional piece of jewelry is composed of a beautiful 66.40 cts Cushion Cut Rubellite associated to multicolor sapphires, citrines, quartz, amethysts, pink tourmalines and dia...

Category

2010s French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rubelite, Sapphire, Pin...

Antique Cameo 18k yellow gold diamonds sardonyx brooch / pendant France, 1838
Antique Cameo 18k yellow gold diamonds sardonyx brooch / pendant France, 1838

Antique Cameo 18k yellow gold diamonds sardonyx brooch / pendant France, 1838

Located in Miami, FL

Antique hand carved Cameo on oval sardonyx plate brooch / pendant with 18k yellow gold frame surrounded by 3 from four sides old rose cut antique diamonds.

Category

Antique 1830s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Car Carriage Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds and Rubies, circa 1900
Car Carriage Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds and Rubies, circa 1900

Car Carriage Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds and Rubies, circa 1900

Located in Munich, DE

Detailed car carriage model ( e.g. Daimler or Aaglander) in silver on 18 KT yellow gold with rose cut diamonds and rubies cabochons. It has a french eagle head hallmark.

Category

Antique 1890s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Bow Dangle 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant Brooch
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Bow Dangle 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant Brooch

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Bow Dangle 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant Brooch

Located in Antwerp, BE

One hundred rose cut diamonds on foil are dispersed over this silver Victorian jewel with an 18K red gold back, which is wearable as a pendant as well as a brooch thanks to skilful c...

Category

Antique 1870s French High Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Colored Stones Natural Pearls Rose Cut Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Crown Brooch
Colored Stones Natural Pearls Rose Cut Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Crown Brooch

Colored Stones Natural Pearls Rose Cut Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Crown Brooch

Located in SEVILLA, ES

Magnificent 18 karats yellow gold crown brooch with two rubies, two emeralds, two saphires and sixty rose cut diamonds that have 0.55 carats estimated. Natural fine pearls give a spe...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fleur-de-Lis Blue Enamel, Pearls and Old Cut Diamonds Brooch Pin
Fleur-de-Lis Blue Enamel, Pearls and Old Cut Diamonds Brooch Pin

Fleur-de-Lis Blue Enamel, Pearls and Old Cut Diamonds Brooch Pin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold French hallmarked Blue Enamel, pearls and Old European cut diamonds to create this beautiful creation Pin Brooch. 4 old cushion-cut diamonds approx...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940s Tank 9.2 Carat Diamonds Platinum Clip Retro Brooch
1940s Tank 9.2 Carat Diamonds Platinum Clip Retro Brooch

1940s Tank 9.2 Carat Diamonds Platinum Clip Retro Brooch

Located in Pamplona, Navarra

Gorgeous diamonds platinum clip brooch. France. Retro or tank style.Circa 1940.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique French 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone  Large Brooch
Antique French 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone  Large Brooch

Antique French 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Large Brooch

Located in Jacksonville, FL

Transport yourself to the grandeur of French craftsmanship with our Antique French 18K Gold Multi-Gemstone Brooch. This exquisite piece features approximately 12 big citrines, 13 sap...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Édéenne White Diamond Brooch Transformable into an Illusion of a Blue Diamond
Édéenne White Diamond Brooch Transformable into an Illusion of a Blue Diamond

Édéenne White Diamond Brooch Transformable into an Illusion of a Blue Diamond

By Édéenne

Located in Paris, FR

Handcrafted in Paris in the Maison Édéenne High Jewelry workshop, this brooch represents a planet made in 18K white gold, set with rose-cut white diamonds totalling 4.39 carats and i...

Category

2010s French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Boucheron Retro Diamond Leaf 18K Gold Brooch circa 1945
Boucheron Retro Diamond Leaf 18K Gold Brooch circa 1945

Boucheron Retro Diamond Leaf 18K Gold Brooch circa 1945

By Boucheron

Located in Goettingen, DE

The center is adorned with a line of 27 brilliant cut diamonds set in white gold. The brooch with safety catch guarantees a secure hold.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fred Brooch Panthère Yellow GoldDiamond
Fred Brooch Panthère Yellow GoldDiamond

Fred Brooch Panthère Yellow GoldDiamond

Unavailable

W 1.53 in L 2.32 in

Fred Brooch Panthère Yellow GoldDiamond

By Fred

Located in PARIS, FR

Panther brooch signed by Fred. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). 4 diamonds of about 0.010 ct each. about G-VS; 2 diamonds of about 0.015 ct each. 2 emeralds of about 0.15 ...

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boucheron Starlight Brooch
Vintage Boucheron Starlight Brooch

Vintage Boucheron Starlight Brooch

Unavailable

W 2.17 in L 1.58 in

Vintage Boucheron Starlight Brooch

By Boucheron

Located in PARIS, FR

Boucheron. Vintage 18K gold and platinum star brooch. Made of brushed and engraved gold triangles and lines set with round modern brillant and 8/8 cut diamonds. Gorgeous creation...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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French Cut Diamond Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact french cut 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. If you’re looking for a french cut diamond 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. For this particular piece, 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a french cut diamond brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, Chaumet and Eugene Fontenay are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut and antique cushion cut alternatives. Finding a french cut diamond brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 27 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a French Cut Diamond Brooch?

On average, a french cut diamond brooch at 1stDibs sells for $6,950, while they’re typically $795 on the low end and $38,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.