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Onyx Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Fine Art Deco style. Made in onyx with a geometric decoration of 94 diamonds in brilliant-cut
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Onyx Diamond Gold Brooch
Onyx Diamond Gold Brooch
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Dm 1.34 in
Diamond Onyx Emerald Gold Leopard Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold leopard brooch, set with approx. 1.20ctw H/VS-Si diamonds, emerald eyes and onyx
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold

Black Onyx Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black onyx and yellow gold bow brooch circa 1970. SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONE: carved black onyx
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Horse and Rider Onyx Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Set with 14 K yellow gold image of horse and rider on onyx board. Onyx frame in prong setting
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Horse and Rider Onyx Brooch
Gold Horse and Rider Onyx Brooch
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H 0.2 in W 1.18 in L 0.91 in
1980s Onyx Emerald Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
total weight of ca. 1.66 ct. and 38 onyx. Mounted in 18 K gold. It is hallmarked on the reverse with the
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold

1980s Onyx Emerald Diamond Gold Brooch
1980s Onyx Emerald Diamond Gold Brooch
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W 0.71 in L 3.15 in
Onyx Diamond White Ribbon Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant ribbon shaped brooch in 14Kt white gold with
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Onyx Diamond White Ribbon Gold Brooch
Onyx Diamond White Ribbon Gold Brooch
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H 0.48 in W 0.79 in L 2.17 in
Tiffany & Co. Onyx Pristine Gold Brooch Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co 18k yellow gold black Onyx white Pristine brooch pin pendant. Secure pristine and
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Scale Gold and Onyx Modernist Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
and black onyx. Measures 3 inches by 2 5/8 inches. Marked 585 (for 14k gold. Can be worn as a brooch
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold

Large Scale Gold and Onyx Modernist Brooch
Large Scale Gold and Onyx Modernist Brooch
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W 2.63 in D 0.25 in L 3 in
Onyx & Diamond Penguins Brooch - 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate the beauty of nature and elegance with this Onyx & Diamond Penguins Brooch, featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Onyx & Diamond Penguins Brooch - 14K White Gold
Onyx & Diamond Penguins Brooch - 14K White Gold
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W 0.52 in L 1.11 in
Diamond Onyx Emerald Gold Ladybug Pendant Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
onyx and 18k white gold spots. Its body is studded with 0.50 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

CARTIER PANTHERE Emerald Onyx Gold Prowling Panther Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Unleash the Enchantress: A Cartier Panthère Emerald Onyx Gold Prowling Panther Brooch Embrace the
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
. This exquisite brooch is made of 18K yellow gold and features a lifelike dog design that is both
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch
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W 0.63 in L 0.75 in
Onyx Flower Brooch Pendant Pearls 14K Gold, 1930
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Onyx Flower Brooch Pendant Pearls 14K Gold, 1930 Onyx flower with two detachable Pearl and Onyx
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Vintage 1930s Israeli Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Brooch Ruby, Onyx and diamond 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt yellow gold brooch set with ruby ​​tot. 0.80ct, onyx and single cut diamond to. 0.90 ct - F/G
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2010s Dutch Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch Ruby, Onyx and diamond 18k yellow gold
Brooch Ruby, Onyx and diamond 18k yellow gold
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W 1.62 in L 0.48 in
Georgian Memorial Onyx Hair Brooch
Located in Wheaton, IL
gold, visible on the back of the brooch, where the C-clasp and tube hinge are located. The combination
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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Memorial Onyx Hair Brooch
Georgian Memorial Onyx Hair Brooch
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H 0.875 in W 1 in
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 Onyx Gold & Platinum Sea-Turtle Pendant Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
polished black onyx which is webbed with stands of 18k yellow gold making the shell's pattern. Adding to
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18K Gold Black Enamel and Onyx Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique 18 karat gold and enamel round brooch is created with black onyx and set with a seed
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Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 18K Gold Black Enamel and Onyx Brooch
Antique 18K Gold Black Enamel and Onyx Brooch
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W 1.07 in L 1.07 in
Onyx and Diamond White Gold Oval Brooch, 1920s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very pretty Art Deco brooch with onyx and diamonds, ca. 1920s. The diamonds weigh circa 2 carats.
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Onyx and Diamond White Gold Oval Brooch, 1920s
Onyx and Diamond White Gold Oval Brooch, 1920s
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H 0.79 in W 1.38 in
1930s Art Deco Diamond Black Onyx Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Art Deco style black onyx brooch in 15 karat yellow gold, platinum
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold

1930s Art Deco Diamond Black Onyx Gold Brooch
1930s Art Deco Diamond Black Onyx Gold Brooch
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H 0.3 in W 0.85 in L 1.68 in
Coral, Onyx, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful brooch in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Onyx Gold & Ruby Sea-Turtle Brooch in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and sweet Diamond Onyx Gold & Ruby Sea-Turtle Brooch, the shell made of a single piece
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Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14Y Natural Onyx Mourning Brooch
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautifully carved natural Onyx mourning brooch. These pin were typically used to secure scarves
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Base Metal

14Y Natural Onyx Mourning Brooch
14Y Natural Onyx Mourning Brooch
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W 0.36 in D 0.32 in L 2.37 in
Art Deco Aqua and Onyx Brooch - 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Art Deco Aqua and Onyx Brooch, a vintage
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Aqua and Onyx Brooch - 14K White Gold
Art Deco Aqua and Onyx Brooch - 14K White Gold
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W 1.5 in L 0.56 in
Iconic Art Deco 1920s Onyx Diamond Platinum Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Art Deco design platinum top and gold back brooch, featuring onyx top, adorned with approx
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum

Victorian Onyx and Pearl mourning brooch, 9k yellow gold
Located in Joelton, TN
This is a well-preserved, oversized Victorian mourning brooch with split pearl and gold inlay
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Onyx and Rose Cut Diamond Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian rose cut diamond and onyx oval pin brooch. The onyx gradually slopes towards
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18k Gold Swan Brooch with Ruby, Chalcedony and Onyx - Vintage Animal Pin Brooch
Located in Magenta, IT
An onyx, white chalcedony, ruby and 18k gold swan clip brooch. Stamped 750. Very good condition
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20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Hand Carved Onyx 10 Karat Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fit for a queen, the fine detail of this romantic antique cameo brooch displays the portrait of a
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold

Akoya Pearl Diamond Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Wreath Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carved piece of black onyx which adds contrast to the brooch. Made in 18k yellow gold and ready to be
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.10 Carat Ruby Turquoise Onyx Yellow Gold Cat Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's handmade mid-century cat brooch. Oval Persian turquoise with 2 oval onyx and one ruby key
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog with Newspaper Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Embrace the whimsical charm of this rare Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx 18k Gold Dog Brooch, of French
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Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enchanting Onyx "Cats Eye" Bee Brooch in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Unveil the unique charm of our Enchanting Onyx "Cats Eye" Bee Brooch, a masterfully crafted piece
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Enchanting Onyx "Cats Eye" Bee Brooch in 14K White Gold
Enchanting Onyx "Cats Eye" Bee Brooch in 14K White Gold
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H 0.42 in W 0.95 in L 0.77 in
Crystal Rock Onyx Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Beautiful brooch in 18 karat white gold created entirely by hand, the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, Diamond, Rock Crystal, White Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Inlay Mother of Pearl Onyx Gold Flower Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Large 18k gold flower brooch by Tiffany & Co, with onyx and mother of pearl inlay. Brooch measures
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20th Century North American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, Gold

18K White Gold Onyx, Blue Lapis and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pin from 1980's made in 18K White Gold with black onyx, blue lapis and round
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Boucheron Lapis and Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Boucheron Lapis and Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch. Featuring one piece of carved
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Onyx & Pearl Star Brooch, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stylish antique Victorian 18K gold brooch. The brooch features a
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

1920s 6.69 Carat Citrine Diamond and Onyx Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 6.69 carat citrine, 0.28 diamond and onyx, 14 karat yellow gold
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s 6.69 Carat Citrine Diamond and Onyx Yellow Gold Brooch
1920s 6.69 Carat Citrine Diamond and Onyx Yellow Gold Brooch
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H 0.19 in W 1.97 in L 0.47 in
1920s Ruby and Diamond Onyx and White Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.15 carat ruby and 0.96 carat diamond, black onyx and 18 karat white gold
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1920s Ruby and Diamond Onyx and White Gold Bar Brooch
1920s Ruby and Diamond Onyx and White Gold Bar Brooch
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H 0.07 in W 0.37 in L 2.64 in
Vintage 1970s Onyx, Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage onyx, 0.08 carat diamond and 14k yellow gold pendant/brooch; part of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s Onyx, Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Vintage 1970s Onyx, Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
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H 0.14 in W 1.57 in L 1.71 in
Antique Gold Onyx Bow Tie Brooch Pin with Pearl Accent
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
12K yellow gold. Artful black onyx inlay accents decorate this romantic piece and highlight its
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Early 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold

Art Deco Carved Crystal Onyx Diamond Gold Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco platinum top and 14k gold hardware bow brooch, adorned with carved frosted crystal, onyx
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum

Michael Bondanza Onyx Amethyst 18k Gold Bar Brooch, circa 1980
By Michael Bondanza
Located in Goettingen, DE
Michael Bondanza Onyx Amethyst 18K Gold Bar Brooch circa 1980 Extravagant Michael Bondanza
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A 14 Carat Gold Pansy Brooch with Onyx and Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A brooch in the shape of a pansy with a 14 carat gold mounting (and with a metal safety clasp), the
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Antique Early 1900s German Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

1970s Spritzer & Fuhrmann Coral Onyx Diamond Gold Stork Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, coral and onyx. Mounted on 18kt white and yellow gold. Circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold

Art Deco Brooch Vintage Pin Onyx & Diamond brooch pin 18KT white gold Old Europe
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare Art Deco brooch pin made with a large onyx and a single diamond in the center, the diamond is
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Antique Late 17th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Emeralds Onyx Green Agate Rose Gold and Silver Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Fashion flower brooch in 14K rose gold and silver structure
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Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Cartier Onyx Ruby Chalcedony Bird Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Black Onyx & Chalcedony Bird Pins Brooches by Cartier. With 12 round
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Yellow Gold

1970s Spritzer & Fuhrmann Coral Onyx Diamond Gold Stork Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, coral and onyx. Mounted on 18kt white and yellow gold. Circa 1970.
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Handcraft Vase 9 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Diamonds Onyx Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Handcraft coral vase 9 karat yellow gold mounted with diamonds,onyx,emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

NYC 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monkey Brooch with Onyx and Ruby
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
An adorable 18 karat yellow gold monkey with ruby eyes,hangs from a branch of black onyx. The
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Pearl and Black Onyx Yellow Gold Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
onyx antique brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The circular setting is ornamented with an
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Citrine, Onyx and Diamond Sailboat Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Weston, MA
diamonds One buff-top onyx plaque 18K yellow gold Signed Cartier
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Onyx and Diamond Vintage Gold Violin Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Mother of Pearl MOP, Onyx and Diamond Violin Gold Brooch Pin. Hand set
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Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Onyx Platinum Barrette Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Old mine cut Diamond and Onyx on Platinum and Gold Barrette Brooch. Circa 1930. Width
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum

Sabbadini 18KT Yellow Gold Ladybug Brooch, 6.02Ct. Yellow Sapphires & Black Onyx
By Sabbadini
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold and cabochon onyx for eyes. The brooch measures 1" x 3/4". Total Yellow Sapphires 6.02carats
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1990s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mid-18th Century 14 Karat Gold Onyx Stomacher Pendant Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful mid-18th century piece of jewellery has been executed in 14 carat gold and is set
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Antique 1650s George II Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Art Deco pendant-brooch in white gold with diamonds (central stone 2.5 cts, J/K, SI
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Diamond Emerald Onyx Art Deco Style Brooch in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
brooch, masterfully hand in 14k white gold. Frosted with shimmering diamonds, on each side features
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Gold Onyx Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact gold onyx brooch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 524 vintage or 95 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect gold onyx brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A gold onyx brooch from Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Ella Gafter — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a gold onyx brooch, 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 Gold Onyx Brooch?

On average, a gold onyx brooch at 1stDibs sells for $4,308, while they’re typically $103 on the low end and $165,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.