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Pierre Sterlé Diamond and South Sea Pearl Brooch
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular brooch, set with round brilliant-cut diamonds and South Sea pearls, demonstrates
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Silver Shamrock Clover Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k gold and silver shamrock brooch, set with three 11.2 - 11.8mm South Sea pearls and approx
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Silver

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bar Brooch Pin in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bar Brooch Pin in Platinum Triple Pearl and Diamond Pin features three
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20th Century North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Vintage South Sea Pearl and 4.16ct Diamond Platinum Brooch Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning, fine and impressive South Sea pearl brooch with diamonds has been crafted in platinum. The
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Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond spider brooch features a voluminous Australian pearl of 18.2mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Spider Brooch Pin
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W 1.5 in D 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Antique Victorian Silver Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Large Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian silver and gold back large brooch, adorned with one South Sea Baroque pearl
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Silver

Diamonds and South Sea Pearl Gold Floral Brooch Made in Italy
By Gilberto Cassola
Located in Valenza, AL
Gilberto Cassola 18Kt Gold Floral Brooch with Diamonds and South Sea Pearl. South Sea Pearl with a
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2010s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Diamonds and South Sea Pearl Gold Floral Brooch Made in Italy
Diamonds and South Sea Pearl Gold Floral Brooch Made in Italy
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H 0.52 in W 0.6 in L 2.76 in
GIT Certified 15mm South Sea Pearl Diamonds 4.37 Ct 18k Gold Brooch
Located in Massafra, IT
of style. Brooch come in 18K gold with a natural South Sea pearl of about 15 mm , so luxurious
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearls GIA certified Diamond 18K Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Massafra, IT
. Pendant/Brooch come in 18k gold with 5 pieces of natural untreated South Sea Pearls of about 12mm, extra
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearls GIA certified Diamond 18K Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Massafra, IT
. Pendant/Brooch come in 18k gold with 5 pieces of natural untreated South Sea Pearls of about 12mm, extra
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Arthur King South Sea Baroque Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch 1970s
By Arthur King
Located in New York, NY
A baroque south sea pearl, white and colored diamonds, and 18 karat gold brooch/pendant, by Arthur
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Vintage 1970s British Baroque Brooches

Materials

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

18k White Gold South Sea Black Pearl & Diamond Flower Brooch, High Luster
Located in Hong Kong, HK
down. The brooch is about 8cm x 3cm. This brooch is 18k white gold set with one south sea black pearl
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2010s Hong Kong Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k G...

Mikimoto Diamond South Sea Golden Pearl Gold Brooch
By Mikimoto
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An original piece by the “king of pearls” Mikimoto. It features a 11mm golden South Sea pearl which
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Tahitian South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bumble Bee Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Wings and Body and featuring a Tahitian South Sea Pearl. Hand crafted in 14K White gold. Measures approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Tahitian Pearl Diamond Gold Sunflower Large Brooch
Located in New York, NY
white South Sea pearl, surrounded with a total of approx. 8-9 carats in SI/H-I diamonds. Brooch measures
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl 6.80 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Art Deco Brooch
Located in Massafra, IT
Spectacular Art Deco design for this collectible brooch in 18k gold with a untreated South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Frog Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
14K White Gold Frog Pin Brooch. Hand set with a Sensational Large South Sea Pearl in Belly. Body
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

South Sea Pearl with Diamond Pendant / Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Diamond 0.13 carat Pendant/ Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not
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2010s Thai Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl, Yellow Diamond and Diamond Brooch/Pendant set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Diamond 2.44 carats and Diamond 0.40 carat Brooch/Pendant set in 18K White
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2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Brooch set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A gracious convertible brooch/ pendant South Sea drop pearl with diamond accent set in 18k yellow
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Modern Brooches

Materials

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

Tahitian South Sea Pearl and Diamond Gold Spider Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Spider Brooch securely set with a 15mm Black Tahitian Pearl body, enhanced a band of
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2010s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Gold

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat
Located in Bangkok, TH
For all Bee lovers, you are staring at a South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire 10.96 carats, Diamond 3.44
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2010s Thai Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Bumble Bee Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
body, a 15mm White South Sea Pearl and two Ruby eyes; 18k white gold; pin measures approx. 40.5mm x
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2010s Modern Brooches

Materials

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

18k White Gold South Sea Pearl w/ 2.48ct White & Black Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
flower design that is neatly pave set with white and fancy black diamonds and an incredible south sea
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Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

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

South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire Mantis Brooch in 18 K
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite 0.60 carat, Diamond 0.97 carat, Cabuchon Ruby 0.74 carat with Cabuchon
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2010s Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Whit...

South Sea Tahitian Pearl Diamond Family of Birds on a Branch Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
, Gold and Tahitian South Sea Pearls; Diamond set wings and tails, further accented with ruby eyes, all
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

18 K yellow Gold bee brooch golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Emerald Ruby
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
of a ca 15mm golden South SeaPearl. The brooch is made in 18 K yellow Gold and measures approx. 32 mm
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 K white Gold bee brooch South Sea Pearl Diamond Rubyfancy Sapphire Tsavorite
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Tsavorites. The body consists of a ca 16mm white South SeaPearl. The brooch is made in 18 K white Gold and
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl with Grey and Brown Diamond Swan Brooch 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Gray Diamond 5.48 carats and Brown Diamond 0.07 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat
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2010s Thai Brooches

Materials

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

K. Brunini 18K Gold Orchid Brooch in Carved Bone, Diamonds and South Sea Pearl
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
pillow of diamonds is a lustrous South Sea pearl, the jewel of the South Pacific.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Beautiful Pair South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Frog Brooch Pins Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Whimsical pair of Frog Brooches; each set with a South Sea Pearl enhanced with
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Vintage 1980s Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Pair South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Bumble Bee Brooch Pins Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
/VS diamonds, enhancing the wings and body, a 14.2mm Gold South Sea Pearl and two Ruby eyes; 18 Karat
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1990s Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bee Brooch with Ruby, Diamond, Amethyst and South Sea Pearl
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
South Sea pearl. The brooch measures 1 5/8" x 1 1/2".
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1990s Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl, Diamond and Emerald Fish Brooch Set in 18k White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Diamond 0.83 carat and Emerald 0.11 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold
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2010s Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Swan Brooch with South Sea Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphires diamond18 K
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
: 14,9 gram Additional information This brooch adorns a large South Sea cultured pearl. It is also set
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cellini 18 Karat Gold Bee Brooch with Diamonds, Gem Stones and South Sea Pearl
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
brilliant diamonds and cabochon rubies. The body is set with a 12 x 8.5 mm South Sea Pearl . The head and
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow...

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Ruby Diamond Stick Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond stick pin features an 17.5mm pearl atop a corolla set with custom cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

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

18KT Gold Bee Brooch with Diamond .94 Carat Ruby 1.67 Carat and South Sea Pearl
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
invisibly set rubies and a South Sea pearl. The wings and head are composed of round brilliant diamonds. Two
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl, Muti Color Sapphire Scorpionfish Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Rainbow Color Sapphire 0.61 carat, Brown Diamond 0.71 carat, Black Diamond 0.05
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2010s Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brooch with South Sea Cultural Pearl & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
, a luminescent South Sea Cultural Pearl reigns, cradled within a delicate dance of diamonds. A swirl
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20th Century European Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum and 2.29 Carat Diamond Butterfly Brooch with South Sea Pearl Center
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. The center of the brooch is a 11.3 mm South Sea Pearl. The butterfly measures 1.25" across and 1
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Early 2000s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Adorable 18K White Gold Diamond and South Sea Pearl Monkey Pin
By Cassis Jewelry Inc.
Located in Chicago, IL
Adorable 18K white gold diamond and South Sea pearl monkey pin, set with 78 full cut round diamonds
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1990s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Swan Brooch with South Sea Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphires 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
Additional information This brooch adorns a large South Sea cultured pearl. It is also set with 52 pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Cultured P...

18 Karat White Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Flower Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 8.90cttw Color: F
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21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Coral Diamond And South Sea Pearls Cameo Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
diamonds with an estimate weight of 0.75 carats and 5 large South sea pearls and 3 coral drops Dimensions
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Vintage 1970s Greek Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

18K White Gold 3/5ct Diamond & Cultured South Sea Black & White Pearl Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
, is a pristine white cultured South Sea round pearl, exuding timeless elegance. The second pearl, with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

8.57 Carat Sea of Cortez Pearl, 39.62 Carat Rock Crystal, Diamond, Gold Brooch
Located in Woodstock, GA
8.57 Carat Sea of Cortez Pearl, 39.62 Carat Rock Crystal, Diamond, White Gold Brooch, In Stock
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Bow Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This diamond and South Sea Pearl bow brooch features a symmetrical geometric yellow gold design set
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Ye...

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Bow Brooch
Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Bow Brooch
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W 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Vintage Carved South Sea Pearl Ruby Sapphire Emerald Penguin Pin 18kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Rare Handmade Peguin pin Very Well Made Carved South Sea Pearl 3ct Natural Ruby Sapphire
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2010s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Swan Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond swan brooch pin features an intricate play of mother-of-pearl and crystal
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Coral, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, South Sea Pea...

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
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
Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamonds Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This golden pearl and diamond bee brooch features a pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The flexible wings
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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 Art Déco Style Diamond Pearl Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Art Déco style diamond brooch features a symmetrical design with a 14mm South Sea pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Diamond Pearl Emerald Fish Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
with a faceted emerald. The fish suspends a voluminous Australian South Sea Pearl of 17mm diameter. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Go...

Ella Gafter Pearl Sapphire Diamond Turtle Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
circumscribed by a rim of oval-cut faceted pink sapphires. The turtle holds in its mouth a South Sea pearl of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire,...

Ella Gafter Ruby Pearl Diamond Bow Brooch Pin
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
bead which in turn suspends a 19mm South Sea pearl. All of our diamonds are of top quality (F-G/VVS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Swan Diamond 18mm Pearl Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond swan brooch pin features an intricate play of mother-of-pearl and crystal
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Coral, Crystal, White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, South Sea ...

Ella Gafter Bee Pearl Diamond Sapphire Pin Brooch
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond bee brooch features a South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The flexible wings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

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

Magnificent Pearl and Diamond Set Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
set with 25 carats of fine white diamonds (G color, VS clarity), its petals variegated for a
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

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

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South Sea Pearl Diamond Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact south sea pearl diamond brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and white gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 171 vintage or 167 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a south sea pearl diamond brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a south sea pearl diamond brooch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Ella Gafter, David Webb and Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA are consistently popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and mixed cut versions for sale. When shopping for a south sea pearl diamond brooch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a South Sea Pearl Diamond Brooch?

On average, a south sea pearl diamond brooch at 1stDibs sells for $12,000, while they’re typically $272 on the low end and $1,800,000 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.