A little bit glamour, a little bit structure, and a whole lot of charm—this Retro 14K yellow gold jade brooch is the kind of vintage piece that knows how to make an entrance.
At the center is a beautifully carved bar of natural green jadeite, glowing with that rich, lively color jade lovers can never quite resist. Surrounding it are fluted gold details with a softly architectural feel—like sunbursts dressed up for cocktails—giving this brooch that irresistible 1940s balance of strength and femininity.
And here is where it gets especially exciting: the jadeite is certified Type A, meaning it is natural and untreated, with no dye or impregnation detected. That is a big deal in the jade world. Untreated jadeite is increasingly rare, which gives this brooch not only beauty, but real collector appeal.
There is something effortlessly elegant about the long, sculptural shape. Pin it to a lapel, a black dress, a cashmere sweater, or a silk scarf and suddenly everything looks a little more polished, a little more interesting, and a lot more fabulous.
For lovers of vintage style, estate jewelry, and rare untreated jadeite, this is a brooch with personality—confident, feminine, and just architectural enough to keep things chic.
Details
Item: Retro jade brooch
Era: Circa mid 1940s
Metal: 14K yellow gold
Marks: 14K
Jade: Natural green jadeite jade bar
Jade Type: Type A jadeite
Treatment: Untreated; no dye or impregnation detected
Certification: Mason Kay Jade Lab Services
Report Number: 260331-1526
Jade Measurements: 6.55 mm round x 60 mm long
Brooch Measurements: 73.65 x 24.74 mm
Gross Weight: 9.8 dwt.
Design Notes: Carved jadeite bar with fluted Retro architectural sunburst motifs