Diamond Brooches

Brooches take many forms – designed to suit both men and women. Often, brooches are designed around a single, large stone. When the gemstone in question is a diamond, the brooch is something special indeed. Perhaps the most famous diamond brooch is one worn by the Queen – comprised of two large stones: the Cullinan VII and Cullinan VIII diamonds, with a total carat weight of 15.6. The stones are mounted in such a manner that the brooch can be separated and worn individually or together in a variety of combinations.

Perhaps your budget doesn’t quite stretch to the Crown Jewels – never fear, diamond brooches are still available to suit most tastes and price ranges. This is because brooches made from other, simple materials are often augmented with tiny diamonds. For example, enamel brooches often have diamond accents; gemstone brooches often include diamonds as part of an alternating colour pattern; and a good number of brooches are made up of an intricate pattern of tiny diamonds that add up to a carat or more.

Often, brooches made of tiny diamonds set in gold or another precious metal, are quite affordable – the key is keeping tabs on the total carat weight of the piece. A few mid-sized diamonds can cost as much as one single stone, depending on the quality and carat weight of the entire piece. When you’re considering a diamond brooch online, ask the jeweller about the quality of the stones in the piece – and be sure they provide some sort of guarantee that you’re getting what you’ve paid for.

Also, ask the online jeweller for some alternative pictures of the piece in question – often, the way diamonds are set may mean the brooch is more likely to snag on the wearer’s clothing, potentially damaging the setting or forcing stones to come loose. Ask about a warranty, as well as a clearly-worded return policy for any items of jewellery you plan to purchase online.