Pair Of Vintage Organic Yellow Gold And Diamond Brooches – Circa 1970

A pair of vintage brooches in 750/°° yellow gold (18 KT, owl hallmarks), set with brilliant-cut diamonds.

Highly representative of the organic aesthetic that characterized 1970s jewelry, these two brooches feature free-flowing, asymmetrical botanical designs. Somewhere between stylized branches, tendrils, seaweed, and coral, their structures seem to unfold naturally from a central stem into a multitude of sinuous, undulating lines.

The yellow gold is shaped into supple, irregular curves, alternating between delicate branches and more substantial forms. The variations in thickness, the inflections, and the undulations of the metal create multiple surfaces that catch the light, giving both pieces a particularly lively and sculptural appearance.

While the two brooches form a true duo in terms of their inspiration, materials, and jewelry design, they are not identical. Each has its own design: the arrangement of the branches, their curves, and the placement of the diamonds differ significantly from one piece to the next. These variations and the absence of perfect symmetry fully contribute to the organic character of their composition and reflect a creative approach that prioritizes freedom of expression and the individuality of forms.

Scattered irregularly along the branches, the brilliant-cut diamonds—particularly white and vivid—dot the compositions with flashes of light. Their brilliance contrasts with the warm tone of the yellow gold, while emphasizing the fluidity of the design.

Despite their striking presence, the two brooches retain a remarkable visual lightness thanks to their largely openwork construction. Worn vertically, at an angle, or styled in a more contemporary way, they offer multiple ways to wear them—on a lapel, a jacket, a dress, a belt, or even at the neckline…

These two brooches are available as two separate items and can be purchased individually. When worn together, however, they form a remarkable pair, as their differing designs create a sense of complementarity rather than a strictly repetitive effect.

Gross weight: HS23315: 11.21 g, HS23316: 11.08 g

Individual prices: HS23315:  3,400 €, HS23316: 3,300 €

Length: HS23315: 5.85 cm, HS23316:  5.77 cm

Width: HS23315: 2.90 cm, HS23316:   2.97 cm

Thickness: approximately 5 mm

Condition: very good condition, imperceptible micro-scratches, natural inclusions in the diamonds not visible to the naked eye.

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Our reference: HS23315 / HS23316