Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14k Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Cat Brooch Diamond Pearl Enamel Pin 14K Gold This stunning vintage brooch / pin is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed) in the shape of a lovely...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian 14K gold brooch. This brooch presents an impressive and endearing design with a crossed centre portion with 12 turquoise st...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Retro 14K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold expression of mid-century glamour, this Retro-era brooch is crafted in 14K yellow and white gold, featuring a striking 23.51-carat amethyst in a rich, saturated purple hue.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K YG/WG Diamond Ruby Emerald Lion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A charming and highly expressive diamond, emerald, and ruby loin brooch, masterfully sculpted in textured 14K yellow gold and white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Antique Brooch with Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stone Information - Primary Stone(s): Sapphire - Cut: Round - Color: Blue - # of Stones: 5 - Carat Weight (ea): ~0.164ct/ea - Total Carat Weight: ~0.82cttw Secondary Stone(s): Diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,192Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Filigree & Milgrain Diamond Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Victorian Filigree & Milgrain Diamond Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold This Victorian-era brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a prong-set mine-cut diamond at its center.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 14K White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Brooch - VHK#393A
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 14K White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Brooch - VHK#393A Item Details: Year: 2000s Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 9.8 grams .50ct diamonds, natura...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Fly Brooch with Diamonds
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.8 grams Diamond Details: Natural, Round Brilliant, G-H, VS Clarity. .25ct total weight. Pin Measureme...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant #22985
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile adorned with floral details.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 2.55 Ct Diamond Solitaire Diamond 0.90 Ct Pendant in 14 K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A Solitaire 0.90 brilliant round diamond Pendant crafted in 14 Karat white gold and densely set with sparkling bright white (G-H color) baguette and round cut diamonds. Estimated ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Retro 14.00 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Platinum 14K Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning brooch showcasing a mesmerizing emerald-cut aquamarine, weighing 14.00 carats, in a vivid blue hue.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch Pendant #23615
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch Pendant- This elegant vintage cameo features a finely carved profile of a lovely lady adorned with beautifully detailed flowers.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
art deco brooch with diamond in 14k gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold a dreamlike masterpiece of timeless elegance – a resplendent brooch that encapsulates the essence of sophistication and grace. At its heart lies a captivating diamond, its bri...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Brooch with Diamonds in 14k Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
A sophisticated 14k Art Deco brooch crafted from yellow and white gold, adorned with seven brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Brooch Floral Pendant 14K Gold 2.47 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
The total diamond weight for this piece is 2.47 carats. It can be worn as a necklace (the chain is not included, for display only) or as a pin or brooch.
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Brooch Tourmaline, Diamond
Located in Berlin, BE
14K Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Brooch with Tourmaline, Diamond, Apatite, and Citrine – Floral Bouquet Design An exquisite Art Nouveau brooch crafted from 14K yellow gold, shaped into a...
Citrine, Diamond, Tourmaline, Apatite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro pearl diamond 14k yellow gold platinum crown brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro pearl diamond 14k yellow gold platinum crown brooch is a regal and beautifully crafted vintage jewel showcasing the bold glamour and refined elegance of the 1940s.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant #22811
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This exquisite cameo features a lovely lady in profile set in beautifully detailed 14K white gold filigree.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid Century baguette cut diamond 14k white gold brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in luminous 14k white gold, the brooch offers a cool, polished backdrop that enhances the diamonds’ clarity while maintaining a lightweight, graceful profile.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Pearl Brooch/Watch Holder
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous Art Nouveau watch holder pin was made in 14k yellow gold with both seed pearls and diamond. The pin features a lovely enamel woman, dressed to the nines, with flowing h...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
William Ruser Cupid Harp 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in Westport, CT
An original William Ruser 14K yellow gold diamond and enamel Cupid harp brooch.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Penguin Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A charming and finely crafted vintage penguin brooch, beautifully executed in solid 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,193Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1910s Handcrafted 14k Gold Natural Diamond Diamond Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.7 grams. Totally is old cut diamond 0.40 ct. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has generally G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant #23321
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant vintage cameo features a finely carved profile of a lovely lady with flowers in her hair.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$21,600Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Sapphire Diamond Starburst Brooch Pendant 14K Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking vintage Tiffany & Co brooch pendant is a captivating example of the iconic starburst design, crafted in 14K yellow gold with exceptional attention to detail.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Platinum & 14k Gold 0.36tcw Diamond Filigree Bar Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An elegant antique bar brooch featuring delicate filigree metalwork in platinum overlaid on 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14k Gold, Pearl, & Diamond Convertible Brooch / Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold, pearl, and diamond convertible brooch or pendant. In 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Seed Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This elegant antique brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and adorned with delicate seed pearls arranged in a graceful, floral-inspired design.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ammolite and Diamond Pave 14K Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
A large natural ammolite brooch and pendant in 14K yellow gold, featuring a spectacular freeform iridescent ammolite cabochon bezel-set within a polished gold frame, accented by a di...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Natural 7.0ctw Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage 14k White Gold Natural 7.0ctw Diamond Brooch Pin This stunning Vintage 7.0ctw Diamond Pin Brooch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k 1960's Diamond and Pear Shaped Ruby Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in luxury with our 14k Estate Diamond and Ruby Brooch. This exquisite piece from the 1960's features 2.50 carats of sparkling diamonds and 3.50 carats of vibrant rubies set i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Biwa Pearl, Lapis & Diamond Floral Spray Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A beautifullA beautifully sculptural vintage brooch crafted in 14K white and yellow gold (stamped 585), designed as a stylized floral bouquet.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Pendant Brooch in 14k Gold, circa 1880–1900 A refined example of late 19th-century craftsmanship, this antique convertible pendant brooch (circa 1880–...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Swirl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your accessory collection with this exquisite antique moon-shaped stickpin, crafted from luxurious 14k yellow gold. Weighing a delicate 2 grams, this stunning brooch features...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Abstract Spray Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
An eye-catching abstract spray brooch from the 1970s crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. This dynamic piece features 15 oval-cut blue sapphires totaling approximately 13.47 carats, comp...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking flower-form brooch crafted in 14K white gold, showcasing five vivid blue lapis lazuli petals.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cat Brooch Pin Diamond Ruby Pearl 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This stunning vintage brooch/ pin is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow and White Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed) in the shape of lovely cat. 4 single cut diamonds (two for e...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Starburst Brooch Pendant
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This striking mid-century floral starburst brooch and pendant is crafted in 14K yellow gold and showcases a dynamic radial design.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Gold & Silver Branch Brooch with 2.00ct Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver branch brooch with rose cut diamond up to 2.00 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 6.8 cm long and 3.4 cm wide Weight: 21....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Estate 14K White Gold Diamond Brooch and Pendant - VHK#543a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 14K White Gold Diamond Brooch and Pendant - VHK#543a Item Details: Year: 1990s Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.5 grams Diamond Details: .50ct tot...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Opal, and Diamond Floral Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold, opal, and diamond brooch. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the form of a flower with bezel-set white and heart-shaped opal cabochons with prong-set diamond accents.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Platinum and 14K White Gold Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
An exquisite wreath-shaped brooch crafted in platinum and 14K white gold, featuring a dazzling arrangement of 32 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 3.88 carats, 25 marquis...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$1,650Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Art Deco Style 14k White Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Art Deco Style 14k White Gold Diamond Brooch ANTIQUE 14K WHITE GOLD BROOCH WITH DIAMONDS Specifications: main stone: DIAMONDS diamonds: 3 PC carat total weig...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14k gold bar brooch with diamonds and pearl
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold this exquisite antique 14k gold bar brooch, a masterpiece of timeless elegance and intricate craftsmanship.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
$7,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Asymmetric 3.36TCW Emerald Diamond Cluster 14K White Gold Brooch
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Asymmetric 3.36TCW Emerald Diamond Cluster 14K White Gold Brooch features two emerald cut emeralds, five pear cut diamonds and two emerald cut diamonds set in an asymmetrical pattern...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Brooch 14k European Floral Garland Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .06ct Cut: European Color: I Clarity: VS2 Theme: Floral Garland Features: Etched & Milg...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,064Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Diamond Brooch in 14k White Gold with Frosted Glass
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Diamond Brooch in 14k White Gold with Frosted Glass Crafted in 14k white gold, this antique brooch features an elongated openwork filigree design centered by a frosted glass...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER 14K Rose Gold Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Cartier flower brooch from the 1940s, crafted in warm 14k rose gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K Rose Gold & Silver 3.0ct Diamond & Pearl Brooch
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This antique Edwardian brooch exudes old fashioned elegance. Intricate metalwork shines to life thanks to sparkling Diamonds with a total weight of approximately 3.0 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Retro Brooch MF01-021926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A striking, architectural design makes this retro brooch a dramatic addition to any ensemble. Crafted from lustrous 14K Yellow Gold, the unique arrangement of Diamond and Ruby gemsto...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vivacious Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This brooch features a show-stopping oval cats eye chrysoberyl cabochon, encircled within a sea of single-cut diamonds estimated to weigh around 2.00 carats.
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 2.0ct Diamond and Citrine Brooch MF14-021926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury brooch will add a touch of sparkle to any ensemble.
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose Gold Diamond and Multi Gemstone Beetle Brooch #25486
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Rose Gold Diamond and Gemstone Beetle Brooch JAGi Certified- Celebrate nature with this captivating 14K rose gold beetle brooch, exquisitely crafted with vibrant gemstones and d...
Diamond, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Diamond Pearl Butterfly 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold diamond and pearl butterfly brooch pendant.
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Branch Brooch with Pearls & Rose Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold branch brooch with stone pearls and rose diamond up to 0.20 ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 4.7 cm long and 2.6 cm wide Weight: 8...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch with 0.75ct Diamonds & Gemstones
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with approximately 0.75 carats total weight of sparkling diamonds, the brooch radiates brilliance, while vibrant accents of ruby, sapphire, and emerald add a refined burst of...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Ruby Diamond Brooch Bow Ribbon 14K Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Vintage authentic Tiffany & Co diamond brooch, bow brooch, ruby brooch, ribbon brooch.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.