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Gemstone Brooch 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
Introducing our exquisite Elegant Brooch, meticulously crafted in 18k yellow gold and adorned with
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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

Materials

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
Antique French 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Large Brooch
Located in Jacksonville, FL
brooch is a testament to the rich diversity of gemstones. Material: Crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold
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Antique 19th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

18K Gold Multi Gemstones Diamonds Lilies of the Valley Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 18K yellow gold multi gemstones diamonds brooch. It depicts a long branch of Lilies of
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Multi-gemstone Coin Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Ancient, authentic Greek silver coin center inset Decorate with multi-gemstone
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2010s Brooches

18K Yellow Gold Antique Brooch with Diamonds and Gemstones
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique brooch with diamonds and colored gemstones. The setting is 18k yellow gold, tests 18k and
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

Ambrosi Diamond Gemstone Flower Stem Brooch
By Ambrosi
Located in New York, NY
This lovely De Ambrosi Diamond Gemstone Flower Stem Brooch, made in Italy in the Contemporary Era
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold

Ambrosi Diamond Gemstone Flower Stem Brooch
Ambrosi Diamond Gemstone Flower Stem Brooch
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W 1.75 in L 3.5 in
1960 18 K white Gold cluster Vintage Ruby Diamonds Brooch
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A stunning, fine and impressive 18 K white Gold cluster brooch from the 1960 set with 10 Rubies
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

ILTON NY Designer Pendant, Brooch / 26.35 CT Gemstone / 18K
Located in Rancho Mirage, CA
Brooch (it has a pin) or as a pendant NEW with tags, Tag Price $14500 18K solid Yellow Gold, VERY
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Topaz, 18k Gold

Gemstone and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone and Diamond brooch. This brooch has diamonds, rubies, emerald, sapphire and black enamel
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Mid-20th Century French Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Gemstone and Diamond  Brooch
Gemstone and Diamond  Brooch
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H 1 in L 2.88 in
Vintage Sapphire & Turquoise Gemstone Rooster Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch depicts a rooster with fine details seen
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold 1970's Multicolor Gemstone Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular brooch crafted in 1970's by David Webb. This is a multicolor gemstone brooch set with
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Oscar Heyman Gemstone and Diamond Flower Brooch in 18K Gold
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Houston, TX
Oscar Heyman large flower brooch in 18K yellow gold with sapphires, emeralds and diamonds. There
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 18k Gold Butterfly Brooch with Gemstones: Sapphire Diamonds Emerald
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage: Yes Diamond Clarity Grade: SI1-I1 Brand: Unbranded Type: Brooch Metal Purity: 18K (AU 72.91-75
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Brooches

Materials

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

18K Gold Rainbow Gemstones Baguette Diamond Circular Pendant Necklace Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold channel set rainbow gemstones baguette diamond circular pendant necklace brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmali...

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Gemstone Floral Motif Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
complimented as a stand out piece whenever worn. The brooch is highlighted with ruby gemstones in the pistil
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ambrosi Diamond Gemstone Brooch in 18kt White Gold
By Ambrosi
Located in New York, NY
Behold the epitome of sophistication and artistry in the Ambrosi Carved Blue Gemstone Brooch - a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Paula Crevoshay 18k Yellow Gold and Gemstone Pendant / Brooch
By Paula Crevoshay
Located in Perry, FL
Adorned with opal, tsavorite garnet, blue zircon, peridot and diamond; marked '18k' on back; with
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Peridot, Tsavorite, Blue Zircon, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Gold Multicolor Cabochon Gemstone and Diamond Maltese Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A substantial 18k yellow gold eight pointed combination brooch/pendant with a large center cabochon
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone Diamond Flower and Gold Trellis Brooch
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Flowers illustrated in jewels erupt from this brooch. Hand-carved colored gemstones are textured
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Early 2000s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Gold and Gemstone Sputnik Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Sputnik brooch emblematic of the 1950's done in 18 karat gold with a variety of gemstones that
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Modernist Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Gold and Gemstone Sputnik Brooch
Gold and Gemstone Sputnik Brooch
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W 1.32 in
Giovani Gemstone and Diamond Brooch
By Giovane
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone, Diamond, and 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pin. This pin has 11ct of diamonds, 3ct of rubies
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Late 20th Century Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches

Materials

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

J.E. Caldwell & Co. Citrine Gemstone Shield Brooch Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in MIAMI, FL
One geometric shaped shield brooch by famed jewelry house J.E. Caldwell & Co. The brooch is set
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Emerald Gemstone Brooch Peacock Pendant 18k White Gold Diamond Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Item Code:- SEPD-3247 Gross Wt :- 8.11 gm 18k White Gold Wt :- 7.020 gm Diamond Wt :- 3.400 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Spring Multi Gemstone 18k Rose Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
vibrant gemstones set in 18k rose gold. The design exudes elegance and charm, making it a timeless and
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2010s French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Rose Gold

Multicolored Gemstones and Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Multi-Coloured Gemstones And Diamond Gold Brooch : A beautifully crafted "fruit-cart" brooch, it
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

18k Gold and Sterling Silver Angel Brooch and Earring Jackets with Gemstones
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
An 18k yellow, rose, white gold, and sterling silver, "Venus" Angel brooch and sculpture with
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Multi-Gemstone and Mabe' Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
!8 karat gold unique handmade brooch featuring 2 Amethyst's measuring approximately 27.0 x 22.0 mm
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold

Multi-Gemstone and Mabe' Pearl Brooch
Multi-Gemstone and Mabe' Pearl Brooch
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W 2.13 in L 3.25 in
Retro Gemstone Wheat Foliate Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful retro clip brooch of wheat design, in 18 karat yellow gold with diamonds, rubies, and
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Multi-Gemstone Peacock Brooch with Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds and Sapphires
Located in London, GB
A wonderful 18k yellow gold multi gem set Peacock brooch. The brooch comprises of a peacock open
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Multi Gemstone Byzantine Cross Pendant Brooch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
brooch/pendant has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a Byzantine cross and
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

1980s Genuine Multicolor Gemstone Gold Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This stunning floral branch brooch is made in 18k yellow gold and prong-set with genuine faceted
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Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Coral & Gemstone Flower Brooch-Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A chic David Webb brooch-pendant of floral design, centering round sapphires, the petals composed
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Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Retro Train Ride Multi Gemstone Brooch 18 Karat Gold 31.8 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Adorable Retro brooch featuring a series of trains with accents of Sapphires, Emeralds and Rubies
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Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio Retro Gold and Multi-Gemstone Brooch of Figure with Flower Cart
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical Retro gold and multi-gemstone clip brooch in the form of a figure pushing a flower cart
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Suzanne Belperron Art Moderne Gold and Multi Gemstone "Tonneau" Clip Brooches
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Moderne gold "Tonneau" clip brooches of bombé, barrel-shaped design set with rubies
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Vintage 1930s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling S...

Diamond Onyx Multicolor Gemstone Gold Toucan Pendant Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
beak and a single ruby cabochon makes its eye. Made in 18k yellow gold and ready to be worn as a brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond And Gemstones Heraldic Brooch from 1970's
Located in New York, NY
An impressive diamond and gemstone Heraldic Brooch from 1970's. Can also be worn as a pendant
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mid-Century Modern 18 Karat Gold & Multi-Gemstone Flower Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century flower brooch or lapel pin. In 18k gold. With multiple prong-set faceted
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Mid-20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold

18k Gold Opal Diamond Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
18k yellow gold , opal gemstone and 15 genuine diamond brooch. Unmarked, tested 18k, 40mm long x
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

18k Gold Opal Diamond Brooch
18k Gold Opal Diamond Brooch
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W 1.3 in L 1.58 in
Floral Vase Brooch in Yellow Gold and Gemstones
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Floral vase brooch in yellow gold and and gemstones total weight of gold 18 kt gold gr 14.80 total
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Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Floral Vase Brooch in Yellow Gold and Gemstones
Floral Vase Brooch in Yellow Gold and Gemstones
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W 1.19 in D 0.48 in L 1.58 in
18k Gold Bird Brooch Pin - Vintage Animal Gold Brooch
Located in Magenta, IT
An 18 carat yellow gold brooch depicting a bird. Beautiful chiseled decorations all over the body
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Mid-20th Century European Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Mother of Pearl and Multi-Gemstone Hermit Crab 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
brooch features a small hermit crab made of polished 18 karat yellow gold. The delightful sea creature is
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Multi-Gemstone Crescent Moon Celestial Brooch 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous diamond and multi-gemstone moon brooch is simply out of this world! Bursting with
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow G...

Iconic Tiffany & Co Multi Gemstone and Diamond Flower Basket Vintage Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montreal, QC
Brooch Pin. Hand set, securely nestled, Articulating Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Gemstones
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 1...

Vintage Deco Diamond Gemstone Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
: 18K White Gold Pin Measurements: 27mm x 25mm Diamonds Weight Approx. 1.24 carats Color Grade Range: G
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Vintage 1980s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Deco Diamond Gemstone Gold Flower Brooch
Vintage Deco Diamond Gemstone Gold Flower Brooch
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W 1.07 in L 0.99 in
Antique 1820s Gemstone and Pearl Yellow Gold Pansy Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
citrine, 18 karat and 12 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a pansy; part of our diverse antique
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Antique 1820s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1820s Gemstone and Pearl Yellow Gold Pansy Brooch
Antique 1820s Gemstone and Pearl Yellow Gold Pansy Brooch
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H 0.27 in W 1.12 in L 1.77 in
Brooch with cameo 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold cameo – size 4.9 cm x 3.8 cm Detailed description the size of the brooch is 4.9
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch with cameo 18k yellow gold
Brooch with cameo 18k yellow gold
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W 1.5 in L 1.93 in
Oscar Heyman Well-Dressed Gemstone Snowman Brooch (Special Order)
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold and platinum "well-dressed snowman" brooch contains pearls, diamonds
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Onyx, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch
By Birks
Located in Huntington Woods, MI
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Statement Brooch created by Birks Jewelry of Canada. The brooch was
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Vintage 1960s Canadian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Brooch
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W 1.9 in D 0.75 in L 1.5 in
Vintage Turquoise Floral Brooch 18K Gold
Located in Addison, TX
Elevate your style with this alluring 18K Vintage Turquoise Floral Brooch, hallmarked with the
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20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemstone Fruit Basket Woven Yellow Gold Brooch with Bow Handle
Located in Miami Beach, FL
. The woven basket is 18k yellow with a bow handle. The gemstones are chalcedony, quartz, lapis lazuli
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle Epoque Pearl & Gemstone Bouquet Brooch Circa 1900 - French Hallmarked
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
French Belle Epoque ‘Bouquet’ brooch featuring rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and rose-cut diamonds
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

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

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

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Brooch
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Brooch
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W 1.97 in L 2.56 in
French Vintage 18k Gold Brooch Amethyst Turquoise
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous French brooch made of 18k gold, features amethyst and turquoise. 
Designed as an
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Late 20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Tahitian Pearl Mixed Gemstone Diamond Hercules Beetle Brooch
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A very baroque Tahitian pearl was the inspiration for this dynamic Hercules Beetle brooch. Baroque
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Black Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman Yellow Gold Diamond Gemstone Flower Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
leaves, set in 18k yellow gold. With Oscar Heyman 'HB' hallmark. CONDITION: Pre-owned DESIGNER
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Brooch with emerald and diamond, 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold brooch set with emerald and old mine cut diamond up to 0.05ct - 2.6 cm diameter detailed
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20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Brooch with emerald and diamond, 18k gold
Brooch with emerald and diamond, 18k gold
No Reserve
W 1.03 in Dm 1.03 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal and Gemstone Moth Brooch and Necklace Clasp
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
An 18k yellow gold brooch and "Modullyn" clasp bezel set with a 5.5 carat Australian Lightning
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Alexandrite, Aquamarine, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gem...

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Gemstone Brooch 18k For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact gemstone brooch 18k you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a gemstone brooch 18k 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 21st Century. Creating a gemstone brooch 18k has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and SeidenGang are consistently popular. A gemstone brooch 18k can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 146 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a gemstone brooch 18k, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Gemstone Brooch 18k?

Prices for a gemstone brooch 18k can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $519 and can go as high as $350,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,900.

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.

Questions About Gemstone Brooch 18k
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.