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Erwin Pearl 8.00 Carat Natural Diamonds and Red Spinel Brooch Pin 18 Karat
By Erwin Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Erwin Pearl Handmade raised Brooch 6.00ct. diamonds & 2.00ct. natural red spinels Diamonds: H-I
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Natural Pearl Eagle Talon Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
This is a high quality 9ct yellow gold pearl talon stick pin. The pin is from the Vintage era and
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Eagle Talon Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
and features a single natural pearl. Condition: Used (Good) Weight: 2.9 grams Head Dimensions: 17.5mm
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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

1800's Natural Pearl and Diamond Pin
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Natural pearl and old mine cut diamond brooch set in silver topped gold.
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate

1800's Natural Pearl and Diamond Pin
1800's Natural Pearl and Diamond Pin
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W 1.13 in L 2 in
Antique 19th Cent Gold Natural Pearl Diamond Pin
Located in New York, NY
embellished with natural pearls and a central diamond. The item comes in a display box. Collectible Antique
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Bar Pin
Located in Lucerne, CH
Very cute bar pin in platinum and yellow gold 750. Set with one button shaped Natural Pearl of 4.5
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Natural Pearl Gold Ribbon Filigree Pin Pendant Locket Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade natural pearl rose gold pin and locket necklace with original handmade chain. Bail and
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Antique 1870s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian natural pearl and 9 karat yellow gold, 18
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Antique Natural Pearl, Platinum and Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
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H 0.37 in W 0.62 in L 0.77 in
Cartier Art Deco Natural Pearl and Diamond Pin in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Sweet and delicate early Art Deco Cartier pin featuring 5 natural pearls and 26 old mine single cut
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Platinum Pin of Diamonds & Natural Pearl, c. 1907
Located in Aspen, CO
Edwardian pin with diamonds and a natural pearl, c 1907. With a frame of platinum and yellow gold
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Antique Early 1900s North American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Natural Pearl Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Natural Pearl Stick Pin. This classic stick pin is
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and Rose Diamond Stick Pin, circa 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Natural pearls accented by rose diamonds set in silver and topped with gold, this is an early
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Crescent Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Crescent Pin. This gorgeous piece is
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Natural Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
sides with antique- cut diamonds and ends at each end with a natural pearl. The hanging system is a pin
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Pin 2. 10 Carats Natural Clam Pearl Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Préverenges, VD
fantastic Natural Saltwater Pearl "Clam" 2, 10cts with beautiful flame patterns. Total 26 diamonds antique
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Stick Pin with Natural Pearl - Late 19th Century Elegance
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Platinum Stick Pin with Natural Pearl - Late 19th Century Elegance Description: Overview
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Natural Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pin - GIA. This
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Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Natural Pearl Diamond Stick Pin. This
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 14kt Yellow Solid Gold Cameo Pin/Pendant, White Natural Pearls 12.7 gr
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 14kt Yellow Solid Gold Cameo Pin/Pendant, 3.5mm Small White Natural Pearls, 37mm X 31mm
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Marcus & Co. circa 1915 Natural Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Goose Pin in Gold
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Marcus & Co circa 1915, natural pearl and diamond pin is beautifully hand crafted. Measurements
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold

14K Gold Navette Ring Vintage Pin Conversion with Natural Pearl and Enamel R6647
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 14K Gold Navette Ring Vintage Pin Conversion with Natural Pearl and Enamel R6647 ♥ The item
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

5.00 Carat Natural Pearl and Old European Cut Diamond Tie Pin 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Natural Pearl and Old European Cut Diamond Tie Pin, a distinguished accessory that
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Antique 1890s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch Metal: 10.46 grams Pearls: 2.5
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

19th Century Natural Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
sides of antique-cut diamonds and finishes at each end with a natural pearl. The hanging system is a pin
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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

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

1915 Art Deco Natural Pearl and Montana Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bar Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This Art Deco bar pin is from 1915 and brings together rich 14k yellow gold, soft white natural
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Brooch Pin 18KT Yellow Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful pearl pin made in 18Kt yellow gold, Victorian. GRAM WEIGHT: 3.51gr GOLD: 18KT yellow
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Antique 16th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearls and Rose Cut Diamonds on a Silver Over Gold Painted Portrait Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
Silver over gold painted portrait pin This charming Victorian pin features a silver over gold
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Antique 1850s French Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Tie Pin in Silver and 14k Yellow Gold GIA Report
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fabulous antique tie pin featuring nine natural white button and semi-baroque pearls and old mine
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Autumn/Maple Leaf Stick/Tie Pin with Natural Pearls in 14/15 Carat Gold
Located in London, GB
, the center of the leaf is scattered with small glowing lustrous natural pearls. This versatile pin can
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold

Tiffany & Company Natural Saltwater Pearl Edwardian Stick Pin in 14K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
A rare natural pearl stick pin by Tiffany & Company. Set with a single natural saltwater pearl of
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Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Ring of Pearls Pin
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring of Pearls Pin. Delicate and dainty 3mm pearls set in a circle
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

J.E. Caldwell Enamel Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Swan Brooch Pin
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
natural freshwater pearl that eventually inspired the designer to make this brooch. The piece is made of
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

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

Kurt Gaum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Pearl Tennis Racket Pin
Located in Baltimore, MD
Kurt Gaum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Pearl Tennis Racket Pin Metal: 18k gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Erwin Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Peacock Plume Brooch with Round Diamonds 3.44
By Erwin Pearl
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stamped: E. PEARL 18K Closure: Hinged stick pin Estate Condition: Very good, professionally cleaned and
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Natural Turquoise and Seed Pearl Open Gilt Etching Patterned Pin 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Bohemian Steampunk Pearl Turquoise Pin Seed pearls 3.5-2.5mm 2mm Natural Turquoise 14kt yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Summerland, CA
Platinum and gold Edwardian lavalier with Old Mine cut diamonds and a semi Baroque pearl. No karat
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Antique Early 1900s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Gold Pendant & Brooche .65 Carat Natural Old Euro Diamond & Pearl Pin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian 14k Gold Pendant & Brooche, 0.65 Carat Natural Old European Diamond & Pearl Pin. The
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Dragonfly Important Art Deco Style 18 Karat Natural Pearls Blackstar Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Insects. 10.00ct Black Star Gems, Cabochon Cuts Natural Cultured Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Other, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Suite, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Victorian natural pearl suite. A natural pearl suite comprising a pendant/brooch and earrings, the
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Agate Cameo Pearl Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in 14k (tested) yellow gold and accented with four pearls. The cameo measures 1-1/8" x 3/4", the pin
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique natural pearl and 15 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our
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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Brooch
Antique Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Brooch
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Chinese Pearl Fish Pin 18kt Vintage
Located in New York, NY
Rare Handmade Chinese Fish pin Very Well Made Dangling Cultured Pearls .05ct natural diamonds H
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chinese Pearl Fish Pin 18kt Vintage
Chinese Pearl Fish Pin 18kt Vintage
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W 1.8 in L 1.8 in
Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This bee brooch features a splendid Tahitian pearl of 15.5mm diameter. The wings are set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gol...

Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Pin Brooch
Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Pin Brooch
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W 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Edwardian Diamond and Natural Pearl Bow Brooch - GIA
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Feminine and lovely, this enchanting Edwardian brooch centers on lustrous natural pearl
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Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Entwined Snake on Natural Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Victorian Snake on naturally formed tooth pearl brooch. Highly unusual, lovely design and
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Antique 1870s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Entwined Snake on Natural Pearl
Victorian Entwined Snake on Natural Pearl
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W 0.3 in L 1.3 in
Edwardian Sapphire and Pearl Bar Pin
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Edwardian Sapphire and natural pearl bar pin brooch of bezel set blue sapphires with pegged
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Pearl Bar Pin
Edwardian Sapphire and Pearl Bar Pin
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W 0.4 in L 3 in
Baroque Pearl Diamonds Pin 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Blossom Lily Pearl Pendant Brooch 8.7mm Natural Baroque Pearl Mounted on spring to allow wiggle
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
cabochon cut rubies. The fish suspends a voluminous South Sea Pearl of 18mm diameter. The pearl is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Fish Brooch Pin
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W 3.5 in L 2.5 in
Lapis Lazuli Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Clip European
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fabulous Victorian pin, created in Europe on the turn of the 19th century. Well proportioned and
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis Lazuli Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Clip European
Lapis Lazuli Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Clip European
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H 0.63 in Dm 1.5 in L 2.25 in
Gold Cameo Antique Brooch with Natural Pearls
By Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
bezel setting. Circa 1830-1860. Surrounded by a 9 Karat rose gold bezel with wired natural pearls. The
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Antique 1830s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Gold Cameo Antique Brooch with Natural Pearls
Gold Cameo Antique Brooch with Natural Pearls
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W 1.25 in L 1.13 in
Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamonds Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
pearls are untreated: their natural color and luster have not been enhanced in any way. All of our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphir...

Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamonds Pin Brooch
Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamonds Pin Brooch
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W 1.75 in L 1.75 in
Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The spider brooch features a large South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The pearl is untreated. It
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold,...

Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Spider Pearl Diamond Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 5.75 mm M181 This elegant Authentic
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Early 2000s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mother of Pearl Diamonds Crescent Pin 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Mod-Deco Crescent form pin Natural Diamonds: .50ct. Round, G-color Vs-2 clarity
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Diamonds Crescent Pin 18kt
Mother of Pearl Diamonds Crescent Pin 18kt
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W 2 in L 1.25 in
Cosmopolitan 14kt Gold Sapphire Pearl Pin 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Cosmopolitan Deco Pin Very Well Made .70ct natural sapphires 7 Cultured Pearls 3-4 mm 37 x
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cosmopolitan 14kt Gold Sapphire Pearl Pin 14kt
Cosmopolitan 14kt Gold Sapphire Pearl Pin 14kt
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W 1.46 in L 1.34 in
19th Century Natural Pearl Cameo Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
on two-tone glass surrounded by chiseled arrowhead motifs and bordered by small pearls. The hanging
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Sapphire Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
). The eyes are accented with ruby cabochons. All of our pearls are untreated: their natural color and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sap...

Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Sapphire Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter Pearl Bee Sapphire Brooch Pin
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W 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Ella Gafterl Diamond Pearl Emerald Stick Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl and diamond stick pin features an 18 x 15.5mm pearl atop a corolla set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Montana Sapphire & Pearl Bar Pin GIA Report
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold Victorian bar pin with pearls and round Montana blue sapphires. The sapphires
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rare Bandit Jackrabbit Pearl Pin 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Rare Handmade Pearl sapphire pin Very Well Made 13.1mm Natural South Sea Pearl .20ct natural
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Natural Pearl Pin For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact natural pearl pin you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a natural pearl pin from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 2 Carat and 2.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing natural pearl pin — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tiffany & Co., J.E. Caldwell & Co. and William Ruser each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 old european cut and rose cut alternatives. When shopping for a natural pearl pin, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Natural Pearl Pin?

On average, a natural pearl pin at 1stDibs sells for $2,850, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $180,000 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.

Questions About Natural Pearl Pin
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, there are natural pearls left. However, most have been harvested so they are extremely rare. Cultured pearls are still authentic pearls but more readily available. You’ll find a variety of pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the size and quality, a natural pearl can be worth up to $1,500. In most cases, natural pearls are worth more than cultured pearls.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Paspaley pearls are cultured — that is, the pearl-growing process is initiated by pearl farmers. Paspaley is known today as one of the finest suppliers of cultured pearls in the world. Shop a collection of genuine Paspaley pearl jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.