{"title":"Brooches","description":"\u003cp class=\"mog-col-lead\"\u003eA brooch is a decorative pin worn on clothing, fastened with a hinged pin and catch, usually at the lapel, collar, shoulder or scarf. It is among the oldest forms of jewellery, and it carries a large stone in a way a ring worn daily cannot. At Ministry of Gems our brooches are built around Ceylon sapphires from our own family gem fields at Ratnapura, worked across three generations, alongside coloured stones hand-selected by our gemmologist, then graded and disclosed in Sydney by Anna, our FGAA gemmologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mog-col-auth\"\u003eBecause we hold the chain end to end — our own Ceylon sapphire mines, our cutting benches, our gemmological desk in Sydney — a brooch reaches you without intermediaries taking a margin. Every stone is described as it is, with treatment stated in writing, independent laboratory certification arranged on request, and free lifetime re-authentication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mog-col-faqh\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mog-faq-acc\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre brooches still in fashion?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrooches have returned to regular wear in recent seasons, worn on blazer lapels, coat collars, knitwear and bag straps rather than kept for formal occasions. They also suit buyers who want a large, characterful gemstone without the daily knocks a ring takes. Because a brooch needs no sizing, it passes between generations more easily than a ring does.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much does a gemstone brooch cost in Australia?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a guide, a silver or nine-carat gold brooch set with small coloured stones generally starts around AUD 600 to 2,000. Pieces built around a certified Ceylon sapphire or another fine centre stone usually sit between AUD 3,000 and 15,000, and rare unheated or larger stones go beyond that. The centre stone, not the metal, sets most of the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre the gemstones in brooches treated?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrequently, yes. Most rubies on the market are heated, nearly all emeralds are oiled or resin-filled to soften the look of their natural jardin inclusions, and a large share of sapphires are heat-treated. These are accepted trade practices only when disclosed. We state the treatment of every stone in a Ministry of Gems brooch in writing, and arrange independent laboratory reports on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do you wear a brooch without damaging the fabric?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003ePin through a structured or lined section, a lapel, coat front, collar or shoulder seam, where the cloth can carry the weight. On fine knits and silk, place a small backing disc or a folded scrap of ribbon behind the fabric to spread the load across more threads. Close the catch before letting go, and store the piece pinned to a soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mog-faq-acc details{border-bottom:1px solid #e7e1d4;padding:2px 0}\n.mog-faq-acc summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;padding:12px 0;list-style:none;position:relative;padding-right:28px}\n.mog-faq-acc summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.mog-faq-acc summary::after{content:\"+\";position:absolute;right:4px;top:8px;color:#B08D57;font-size:20px}\n.mog-faq-acc details[open] summary::after{content:\"\\2212\"}\n.mog-faq-acc p{margin:0 0 14px;color:#5b6270}\n.mog-col-lead{font-size:17px;line-height:1.6}\n.mog-col-auth{color:#5b6270}\n.mog-col-faqh{font-family:var(--font-heading--family,Georgia,serif);color:#27436B;margin-top:24px}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"green-flower-brooch","title":"Green Flower Brooch","description":"\u003cp class=\"mog-p-lead\"\u003ePinned to a lapel, a coat, a scarf or a bag, a brooch is the most forgiving mount in jewellery — the stones sit still and take almost no impact, so species that would be at risk on a hand are at ease here. This one takes a flower as its subject and green as its key. Drawn and made in our own workshop, with every gem assessed by our FGAA gemmologist and any treatment disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreen Flower\u003c\/em\u003e — an exclusive Ministry of Gems design, conceived, curated and handcrafted in-house by our artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order.\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 9K, 14K \u0026amp; 18K Yellow, White or Rose Gold, set with natural certified gemstones, and crafted individually for its owner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrooch size: 22-25 mm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral stone: 6 x6 mm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTailored to you.\u003c\/strong\u003e The price shown is our starting configuration — 9K gold with standard-grade natural gems. 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In-stock pieces ship immediately; made-to-order configurations are handcrafted in our workshop in 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthically sourced — from our earth to your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ministry of Gems","offers":[{"title":"9K Gold \/ Standard","offer_id":47631213396105,"sku":"MOG-1010","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9K Gold \/ Premium","offer_id":47631213428873,"sku":"MOG-1010-9KP","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Gold \/ Standard","offer_id":47631213461641,"sku":"MOG-1010-14K","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14K Gold \/ Premium","offer_id":47631213494409,"sku":"MOG-1010-14KP","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18K Gold \/ Standard","offer_id":47631213527177,"sku":"MOG-1010-18K","price":2100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18K Gold \/ Premium","offer_id":47631213559945,"sku":"MOG-1010-18KP","price":3150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"21K Gold \/ Standard","offer_id":47631213592713,"sku":"MOG-1010-21K","price":2475.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"21K Gold \/ Premium","offer_id":47631213625481,"sku":"MOG-1010-21KP","price":3712.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/4338\/3945\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_9f9ab72c-9786-43b6-80ec-ef7790e1be81.png?v=1784412187"},{"product_id":"sapphire-flower-brooch","title":"Sapphire Flower Brooch","description":"\u003cp class=\"mog-p-lead\"\u003eWorn on the outside of a coat or lapel, a brooch is read from across a room rather than up close — and sapphire holds saturated colour at that distance. At 9 on the Mohs scale the species also tolerates being pinned and unpinned through wool, tweed and silk without fretting. Sapphires are commonly heated, and we disclose it. Floral in character, designed in-house and handcrafted by our own jewellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSapphire Flower\u003c\/em\u003e — an exclusive Ministry of Gems design, conceived, curated and handcrafted in-house by our artisans. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 25 mm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower width: 16–20 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall width: 18–22 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order.\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 9K, 14K \u0026amp; 18K Yellow, White or Rose Gold, set with natural certified gemstones, and crafted individually for its owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTailored to you.\u003c\/strong\u003e The price shown is our starting configuration — 9K gold with standard-grade natural gems. 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Fancy yellow diamonds are graded on their own scale, where strength of colour matters more than the absence of it. At Mohs 10 the stone is untroubled by wear, which suits a brooch — pinned to a lapel, a coat, a collar. Designed by Ministry of Gems, handcrafted in our workshop, assessed by our FGAA gemmologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYellow Diamond Brooch\u003c\/em\u003e — an exclusive Ministry of Gems design, conceived, curated and handcrafted in-house by our artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order.\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 9K, 14K \u0026amp; 18K Yellow, White or Rose Gold, set with natural certified gemstones, and crafted individually for its owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTailored to you.\u003c\/strong\u003e The price shown is our starting configuration — 9K gold with standard-grade natural gems. 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