18 carat rose gold sapphire and diamond brooch from the Retro era
Jewellery of the Retro period of the 1940's and 1950's is usually easily identifiable by the large bold designs and use of rose gold, and here is a fantastic Retro era sapphire and diamond brooch that will always be admired every time that it is worn. Hand made in 18 carat rose gold in the 1950's, the brooch measures an impressive 26mm across by 55mm. The colour of the rose gold is just amazing and really accentuates the smooth flowing design of the brooch with along with the high polish will certainly make this brooch get the attention that it rightly deserves day or night. Set with two clusters of diamonds that total 1.22 carats, there are also a band of five blue sapphires with three more on the side to add some more colour to the brooch, and these sapphires come together to total 0.24 carats. This is such an attractive and elegant brooch that has al the charm and character of the wonderful and exciting 1950's, and will always look perfect on any outfit. Stock# ES9402 Circa: 1950 $3,900
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Vintage brooch set with a massive 135 carat citrine
Here is a truly incredible vintage brooch that will always be noticed from near or far and is one of the most amazing brooches that could ever be found. Handmade in 14 carat yellow and white gold in the 1960's, sitting proudly in the centre is a massive citrine that measures an astonishing 135 carats. Not only is it massive in size, but it also displays such a perfect golden-yellow colour that is consistent throughout the stone. The colour of this citrine is as good as it ever gets, and combine this with its size, and you have a gemstone that is just gorgeous. Then to highlight the brooch even further, it is set with diamonds in such a flowing design. These diamonds accentuate not only the citrine, but the design as well and in total there are ninety two diamonds that come together to total 1.46 carats. Measuring 8.2cm across by 6.7cm, this is without a doubt one of the most incredible and outstanding brooches that you will ever see, and one that will always capture the eyes of all who see it. Stock# ES9122 Circa: 1960 $9,250
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Vintage sapphire and diamond brooch made in 18 carat white gold
Here is a very elegant and stylish vintage sapphire and diamond brooch that was hand made in 18 carat white gold and will beautifully compliment any outfit and is perfect for any occasion. Measuring 57.9mm in length by 24.1mm, in the centre is a round brilliant cut diamond that is surrounded by six natural sapphires. And then to complete the floral design, there are twelve "petal" that are each set with two diamonds in each. The sapphires come together to total 0.72 carats, and these internal diamonds total 1.42 carats, and then there are the forty nine more diamonds set into the brooch that total an additional 1.22 carats, bringing the total diamond weight to an impressive 2.64 carats. Destined to always be admired no matter the time of day or night, this brooch is as beautiful as it is elegant. Stock# ES9093 Circa: 1950 $6,200
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18 carat and platinum ruby and diamond brooch from the Retro era
Now this is one brooch that is sure to always be admired every time that it is worn and no doubt get the admiration that it rightly deserves. Hand made in 18 carat yellow gold and platinum in the 1950's, this ruby and diamond brooch Retro era is absolutely stunning and will capture the eye from near or far. In the gold section is a diamond surround by thirty six more diamonds in a wonderful spiral design that adds to the character of the brooch. With this cluster design carried on the other side, there are twenty one diamonds in the cluster followed by that wonderful border of rubies and then fifty two more diamonds to make up the "petals". The rubies total 1.68 carats and the diamonds a dazzling 2.48 carats in weight. Measuring 52.7mm in length by 39m, this has the perfect dimensions to complete any outfit as well as always get noticed no matter the time of day or night when it is being worn. A truly amazing brooch from near of far. Stock# ES8858cc Circa: 1950 $22,000
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Vintage Cartier sapphire and diamond brooch made in gold and platinum
Cartier is one of the worlds most regarded jewellery and watch company and we are so proud to be able to offer an original Cartier brooch dating from the 1950’s. Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier and has become a name that is synonymous with quality and craftsmanship, and when you look at the attention to detail in this Cartier brooch, it is so easily seen with not only the style and design but fine quality of both the sapphire and diamonds and the quality of the setting. Retro jewellery of this period of the 1940’s and 1950’s is so uniquely characterised by such a distinct somewhat flamboyant style and here in this Cartier brooch you can see that the brooch was designed not simply with a floral design in mind typical of the Victorian era of the 1800’s, rather it goes so much further with the angular asymmetrical design at the bottom. Hand made in 18ct white gold and platinum, the brooch measures 40mm by 29.4mm and will stand out on any outfit and always be admired and appreciated for its fine quality and design that Cartier is so famous for. Set with a total of 72 diamonds, the diamonds total 1.44 carats and combined with the 17 sapphires looks amazing and adds so much sparkle.
The sapphires are cabochon cut which adds such a unique appeal and character and these sapphires total 2.68 carats. The reverse side shows the quality that was produced by Cartier with the simple yet ingenious design of having two pins to prevent the brooch from rolling over to one side.
It is this small attention to detail that shows just how high the standard and quality was for jewellery that is produced by Cartier
Worldwide original Cartier jewellery is so highly regarded and sought after, and this Cartier brooch is just spectacular and a true pleasure to own and wear. Stock# ES8600 Maker: Cartier Circa: 1940 $18,850
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