Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Greenstone Brooch

A beautiful expression of New Zealand heritage, this vintage 9ct yellow gold and greenstone brooch dates from the 1920s. At its centre, a richly coloured nephrite greenstone bar provides a striking natural backdrop for an intricately detailed yellow gold fern motif—a timeless emblem of Aotearoa.

The sculptural fern is finely engraved to reveal the delicate texture and movement of its unfurling fronds, creating a lovely contrast against the smooth, deep green nephrite. Textured gold bands sit at intervals across the stone, adding warmth, dimension and a distinctly Art Deco-inspired sense of structure to the design.

Measuring approximately 50mm in length, this estate brooch has a confident horizontal profile that makes it an elegant statement on a lapel, collar, scarf or knitwear. Its blend of natural New Zealand greenstone, warm yellow gold and enduring fern symbolism gives it a meaningful quality beyond its decorative appeal.

A distinctive addition to a vintage jewellery collection, this brooch is a wearable piece of New Zealand history—ideal for someone drawn to provenance, considered craftsmanship and jewellery with a story to tell.

Length: 50mm

This is an estate item and comes with a one year guarantee.