18K yellow gold brooch set with a natural ruby
Located in Berlin, DE
fine jewelry item is designed for women who value high-quality materials, precious gemstones, and
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20th Century Retro Brooches
Materials
Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Precious Gemstone Brooch
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise And 2.50cttw Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
gemstones and precious metals. The brooch is adorned with round cut diamonds, adding a brilliant sparkle
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20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Rose Tourmaline
$9,685
W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.97 in
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Rose Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
open to the light. The drop can be exchanged for another semi-precious or precious gemstone, making
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Modern Style Brooch with Diamonds and Pink Tourmaline
$9,685
W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.97 in
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Modern Style Brooch with Diamonds and Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
precious gemstone, making this brooch a versatile addition to your collection. Each piece is custom hand
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
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Green Semi Precious Gemstone, Diamonds and Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Majestic brooch with a semi-precious green gemstone, set in 10 karat yellow gold frame. Set on the
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Early 2000s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold
Vintage Gemstone Brooch 18 Karat Yellow White Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
there. A symphony of precious gemstones graces this brooch, including rubies, blue sapphires, and
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Vintage 1970s Brooches
Materials
White Gold
Victorian 1890s Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamond Natural Pearl Butterfly Brooch
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W 1.62 in L 1.78 in
Victorian 1890s Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamond Natural Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Located in Berlin, Berlin
lent themselves beautifully to a lavish use of precious coloured gemstones. This butterfly brooch dates
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Precious Gemstone Gold Owls Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
Featuring two gorgeously embellished owls standing on a branch, this fashionable brooch offers
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Precious Gemstone Yellow Gold Pelican Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
This dazzling gemstone-set brooch was intricately designed to perfection. The brooch is made of
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20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enamel Precious Gemstone Gold Peacock Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
The peacock's regal complexity is beautifully captured in this stunning brooch design. Complex
Category
20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Waltham Precious Gemstone Gold Whale Brooch
By Waltham
Located in Southampton, PA
The playful design of this brooch from Waltham is perfect for the lady who enjoys being bold with
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Precious Gemstone Lapis Diamond Gold Elephant Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
, this enchanting brooch in the shape of an elephant is made of 18K yellow gold and wonderful lapis
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multicolor Enamel Precious Gemstone Gold Owl Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
A radiant cascade of hues and texture creates stunning plumage for this owl brooch. Tropical colors
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20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Precious Gemstone Yellow Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Vibrant precious gemstones stud the decadent design of this brooch from Van Cleef & Arpels. The
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20th Century French Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Enamel and Precious Gemstone Hummingbird Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
design of this brooch. The 18K Yellow wings unfold with delicate detail. The precious metal extends
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20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graff Yellow Gold Precious Gemstone Teddy Bear Brooch
By Graff
Located in Southampton, PA
This adorable brooch from Graff Diamonds is a one-of-a-kind piece that is perfect for a serious
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Late 20th Century British Brooches
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Precious Gemstone and Pearl Owl Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
, this fabulous brooch boasts the wonderful and detailed form of an owl crafted expertly from enchanting
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20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Precious Gemstone and Mabe Pearl Owl Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
Boasting an angelic mabe pearl at the heart of the design, this majestic brooch in the shape of an
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20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond, Onyx and Gold ‘Taureau’ Clip Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
gemstones, the animated brooches made for great gifts and, because they were a bit more affordable than the
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage Amethyst Garnet Peridot Yellow Gold Donkey and Cart Brooch Circa 1970
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H 0.22 in W 0.74 in L 1.53 in
Vintage Amethyst Garnet Peridot Yellow Gold Donkey and Cart Brooch Circa 1970
By Alabaster and Wilson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
donkey brooch is very good quality set with seven precious gemstones. The brooch is a very good gauge of
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Vintage 1970s English Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Garnet, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Enamel "Lion" Brooch with Diamonds and Emeralds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
metal and gemstones, the animated brooches made for great gifts and, because they were a bit more
Category
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 1960s Diamond Emerald Enamel and Gold Lion Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
of precious metal and gemstones, the animated brooches made for great gifts and, because they were a
Category
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mid-20th Century Black Onyx and Gold Dog Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
detailed and made of precious metal and gemstones, the animated brooches made for great gifts and, because
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond, Ruby and Mother-of-Pearl Penguin Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
detailed and made of precious metal and gemstones, the animated brooches made for great gifts and, because
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Rare FRED PARIS Mystery Ruby & Diamond Set Leaf Pin Pendant, France 18kt
By Fred Paris
Located in Miami, FL
artistry that seamlessly marries precious metals and gemstones. This brooch is not just a piece of jewelry
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1990s French Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Petra Class 18 Karat Gold Onyx Contemporary Artisan Pendant Brooch
By Petra Class
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Contemporary 18k gold, onyx and semi precious gemstones pendant/brooch, by German born Petra Class
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1990s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Gold
Erwin Pearl Precious Gemstone Gold Platinum Mounting Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
yellow gold, this exuberant brooch from Erwin Pearl also features splendid platinum while embellished
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Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Giovane Italy Precious Peacock Diamond and Gemstone Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow
By Giovane
Located in Carmel, IN
beautiful diamonds and gemstones. Stamped 3224 AL Giovane Italy 18K. This Precious Peacock brooch features
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Stick Pin Collection Custom-Made Gold and Semi Precious Stone Brooch
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H 3.38 in D 0.63 in L 2.5 in
Victorian Stick Pin Collection Custom-Made Gold and Semi Precious Stone Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
" tall by 2.5" wide brooch. The brooch is 14k some of the stick pin might be 9k, 14k or 18k. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
2.00ct Diamond 4.00ct Multi Color Precious Gemstone Parrot Pin
Located in New York, NY
are accentuated by lovely square cut multi color gemstones which is blue and yellow sapphires, rubies
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cellini 18 Karat Gold Seahorse Brooch with Diamonds and Semi-Precious Stones
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
symbol of strength and power this seahorse brooch is the perfect example. Semi precious round stones in
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches
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Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Turquoise, Ruby, Diamond, Gold Squirrel Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
expressions and quirky compositions. Still highly detailed and made of precious metal and gemstones, the
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Turquoise, Diamond, Blue Sapphire and Gold Cat Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
expressions and quirky compositions. Still highly detailed and made of precious metal and gemstones, the
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond, Emerald, Coral, Enamel and Gold Tiger Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
detailed and made of precious metal and gemstones, the animated brooches made for great gifts and, because
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
Coral, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris 1960's Turquoise, Ruby and Gold Singing Bird
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
made of precious metal and gemstones, the animated brooches made for great gifts and, because they were
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage Flower Bouquet Brooch in Yellow and White Gold, Semi-Precious Gemstones
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
of semi-precious gemstones to include, period, garnet, amethyst, topaz and citrene. The gem-set
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20th Century Unknown Brooches
Materials
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Evald Nielsen Silver Brooch with Gemstones
By Evald Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An early Evald Nielsen silver brooch with gemstones. The brooch and stones are in good condition
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Silver
Precious Gemstones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enameled Peacock Bird Brooch, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A charming peacock bird enameled brooch in 18 karat yellow gold set with eight natural sapphires
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Early 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Precious Gemstone Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact precious gemstone brooch 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. You can easily find a 404 antique edition and 123 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect precious gemstone brooch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A precious gemstone brooch from Van Cleef & Arpels, Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a precious gemstone brooch featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a precious gemstone brooch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Precious Gemstone Brooch?
Prices for a precious gemstone brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $10 and can go as high as $810,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,115.
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.
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 Gucci, Versace, Dior 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.
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