Price guide to antique Blackamoor brooches by Nardi. Below are some examples of Blackamoor brooches by Nardi including an emerald, diamond and ebony brooch and a diamond, sapphire and coral figural brooch.
An emerald, diamond, ebony and 18k gold Blackamoor brooch, Nardi signed G.Nardi; estimated total diamond weight: 1.05cts; gross weight approximately: 28 grams; length: 1 3/4in.
Sold for US$ 3,750 (£ 2,799) inc. premium at Bonhams in 2018
A DIAMOND, SAPPHIRE, CORAL AND GOLD FIGURAL BROOCH BY NARDI, VENEZIA, CIRCA 1980 stamped ‘750’, signed ‘G. Nardi’ 2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm.) high
Sold for USD 6,875 at Christie’s
Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Blackamoor Brooch – G. Nardi The carved ebony figure wearing an 18 kt. yellow gold turban and vestment, set throughout with assorted sapphires and rubies and twenty-nine round diamonds, total approximately 4.25 cts, signed G. Nardi, approximately 22.9 dwt. Length 2 3/4 inches.
Sold for $7,500 (includes buyer’s premium) at Doyle New York in 2000
NARDI – a diamond, black coral and gem-set blackamoor brooch. The carved black coral bust, with brilliant-cut diamond earrings, brilliant-cut diamond and circular turquoise cabochon, cultured pearl and circular-shape sapphire turban and regalia. Signed G. Nardi. Estimated total diamond weight 3 to 3.50cts. Length 5.5cms. Weight 21.8gms.
Sold for £2,200 at Fellows in 2018
Vintage Gioielleria Nardi Approx. 5.78 Carat Round Brilliant and Navette Cut Diamond, 18 Karat White Gold and Carved Ebony “Albero della Vita” Tree of Life Blackamoor Brooch. Fine quality white diamonds throughout. Signed Nardi 750. With original receipt dated 12.19.1998, Certificate N.: 381 dated 12/15/1998, Box suede pouch and black silk cord. Measures 6.2cm x 3.5cm x 1.6cm. Approx. weight: 23.9 grams.
Sold for $6,500 at Kodner Galleries Inc. in 2018
Amber, garnet, sapphire and diamond brooch, Nardi Designed as a ‘blackamoor’ figure carved in black amber, his turban and clothing decorated with a faceted garnet, brilliant-cut diamonds and circular sapphires, signed S. Nardi, case stamped S Nardi.
Sold For 2,500 GBP at Sotheby’s in 2018
