Modern Turquoise, Blue Enamel Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
Period: 21st Century / Contemporary Style: Modernist / Talismanic Geometric Design Item Type: Bar Brooch / Pin Metal: 14k Yellow Gold (585/1000) Total Brooch Weight: 9.80 grams ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 35.00 Carat Amethyst Diamond Platinum & 14k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking brooch featuring a captivating shield-cut amethyst, weighing approximately 35 carats, in a deep royal purple color.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum, 14K White Gold 3.50ct Diamond Art Deco Brooch MF15-102025
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This dazzling Art Deco brooch exudes glamour and old fashioned elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Victorian Onyx Diamond Seed Pearl Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This stunning Victorian-era pendant showcases an elegant combination of natural onyx, a brilliant diamond, and delicate seed pearls, all set in rich 14K yellow gold. A true vintage t...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Spider Brooch with 27.80ct Ruby, 5.50ct Sapphire, & Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
Gemstone and diamond brooch composed of 14K yellow gold. The body is a 27.80 carat cabochon ruby and a 5.50 carat cabochon sapphire.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 14k Rose Gold 73.86ct Smoky Quartz & Diamond Leaf Motif Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 33.5 Grams Stone: 73.86ct Smoky Quartz, 0.20tcw Diamond Measurements: 40.25 x 32.25 x 19mm Metal: 14k Rose Gold Item #: BR-1754-111825-15
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Seed Pearl Sunburst Cyclical Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features 0.30 carat total weight of diamonds accented by seed pearls in a sunburst cyclical design.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Brooch Pendant with Diamond, 1900s
Located in Wallkill, NY
lovely 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Pin and Pendant. Depicting a lovely lady with a wonderful diamond necklace.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$958Sale Price|20% Off
14k White Gold Diamond Detailed Matte Finish Lily Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Single Cut - Prong & Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.12ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weig...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Coral and Diamond Flower Shape Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Unbranded Antique Brooch 1920 Coral Brooch Material 14K Yellow Gold Coral and Diamonds Brooch weight 28.7gr Condition New, never worn Retail Price $4900
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Floral Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum and designed in a graceful floral motif.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Pansy Brooch and Earring Set
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and richly decorative, this is a charming antique enamel and diamond set with strong period appeal. Weight: 19.2 Grams Stone: 0.08ctw Diamond Measurements: Earrings - 17.3 x...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Massive Jade Diamond Brooch Pendant 14K White Gold, 1975
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Massive Jade Diamond Brooch Pendant 14K White Gold, 1975 A striking and sculptural brooch-pendant centered around a substantial circular Jade plaque of rich, natural green hue, displ...
Diamond, Jade, White Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Floral Brooch with Ruby & Old Mine Cut Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
An embodiment of timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship, this exceptional vintage brooch is meticulously fashioned in solid 14K yellow gold, weighing 5.3 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$10,000
Lace Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lace Diamond Brooch A lace motif brooch adorned with round-cut diamonds. Approximate Length: 1.75" Approximate Diamond Weight: 3.86 carats Metal Type: 14 karat gold
Diamond, 14k Gold
$792Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 14K Gold Flower Brooch with Pearls & Diamonds, Circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
It is finely crafted in 14K gold The openwork petals are set with sparkling old European and old mine cut diamonds (F-G-H color, SI clarity) Width is 1 inch and length is 1.5 inches...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Wonderland Bee Oval Red Ruby & Diamond 14K White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This brooch is bejeweled in vibrant tone of ruby and brilliant diamond in an white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Rhodium Finish Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Filigree Brooch #21774
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Rhodium Finish Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Brooch JAGi Certified- This exquisite brooch features a unique square shaped filigree design crafted in 14K yellow gold with rhod...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald & Natural Diamond 14K Gold & Silver Convertible Brooch Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Technical Details Period: Vintage Late Victorian / Belle Époque Revival Design: Royal Heraldic Cartouche & Scrolling Wave Dual Functionality: Convertible Brooch / Pendant Metal: 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
1970s European 14k Gold Brooch with Round Diamonds and Jade Accent
Located in London, GB
This stylish 14k gold 1970s brooch is adorned with round cut diamonds and a barrel shaped jade.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Victorian Revival 0.73tcw Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Starburst Brooch/Pendant 1960s
Located in Towson, MD
The brooch measures approximately 1.25 inches in diameter, weighs 13.36 grams, and is stamped 14K.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Botanical Brooch with Rose-Cut Center
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking mid-20th century brooch crafted in 14K yellow gold, showcasing a lush botanical motif of textured leaves and vines.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 14k Gold Brooch with 0.15ct Diamonds - Vintage USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage brooch, crafted in 14k yellow and white gold, showcases timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.17 TCW Certified Diamond Zambian Emerald Pin Brooch 14k White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code :- SEBC-12020 (14k) Gross Wt. :- 2.97 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.54 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.98 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 1.19 Ct.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,855Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Natural Diamond Decorated Moon And Star Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 1.40 ct. Totally is old cut diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has generally H-I-J-K color and s1-s2 clari...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Turquoise Wasp Pin Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Turquoise Wasp Pin Brooch.
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.60 CTTW Antique Diamond Pin Brooch In 14K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This pin is made of 14K white gold and weighs 5.70 DWT (approx. 8.86 grams). It contains 10 European cut H-I color, SI clarity diamonds weighing 1.35 CTTW, 42 single cut H-I color an...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Brooch with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds up to 3.60ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold brooch with emerald and brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 3.60ct – F/G – VS/SI detailed description: brooch dimensions are 3.9 cm long by 3.7 cm wide weight 8.1 grams...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Antique 14k White Gold Cameo Brooch with Diamond Necklace, Circa 1900s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Brooch Depicting a lovely lady with a wonderful diamond necklace.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,650Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.8 grams. Totally is diamond 1.70 carat. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is emerald 0.33 carat. Please contact f...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond, Emerald, and Garnet Frog Brooch/Pendant
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Whimsical and refined, this vintage 14K yellow gold frog brooch/pendant is a masterful blend of charm and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 14k Gold
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 14K Gold Enamel Snake Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds, 1900
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The head and eyes are set with Rose cut Diamonds very slight enamel loss. 14K yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
14K White Gold Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
The brooch is hallmarked 14K in the clasp.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.15ctw Diamond & Pearl Bow Brooch, 14k White Gold, Length 1 in
Located in McLeansville, NC
Length: 1 in Width: .5 inches Weight: 1.9 dwts. / 2.9 grams Stamps: "14k" 1950s SKU: BR1068 A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a vintage item and may show signs of wear. It h...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Round Diamond & Synthetic Blue Sapphire Butterfly Brooch 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage butterfly brooch is crafted in 14k white gold. It features prong and pave set sparkling round cut diamonds with prong set oval cut synthetic blue sapphire encru...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 31 CT Blue Aquamarine Diamond 14K White Gold Brooch
Located in Westport, CT
An extraordinary handmade 14K white gold natural aquamarine and diamond designer brooch/pendant, IGI certified.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,358Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14k Gold 2.4ctw Diamond Sapphire Moonstone Oval Wreath Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a truly gorgeous, fine quality and well crafted diamond, sapphires, and moonstone wreath pin brooch mounted in solid 14k yellow gold.
White Diamond, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Ed Wiener NYC Modernist 14K Gold & Diamond Brooch or Pin
By Ed Wiener
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Maker: Ed Wiener Marks: Marked with Ed Wiener's maker's mark / 14K. Fineness: Marked 14k for gold fineness. Gemstone Measurements: 1 diamond: ca. 4.4 mm diameter Measurements: H...
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.12 Ct Natural Diamond Star Moon Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pin - 14k Round Brilliant .26ctw Spring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .26ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: VS2 - SI1 Total Carats: .26ctw Style: Brooch Fasteni...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 14k Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond Ruby Floral Ribbon Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your accessory collection with this exquisite Floral Ribbon Shape Brooch, crafted from a luxurious blend of 14k yellow gold and platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14k White Gold Brooch with VVS2/F Diamonds in Wave Pattern
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This circular brooch features a series of brilliant-cut diamonds set in a white gold frame. The diamonds are arranged in a flowing, wave-like pattern, creating a dynamic visual effec...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fine brooch with tourmaline and diamonds in 14k yellow gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Presenting an exquisite piece of jewelry, a breathtakingly beautiful 14k yellow and white gold brooch. At its center rests a stunning green tourmaline, approximately 0.70 carats, exp...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
13 - 14K Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Brooch/Pin JAGi Certified #25029
Located in Washington Depot, CT
13 - 14K Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Brooch/Pin JAGi Certified- This lovely brooch features a richly colored citrine gemstone framed by a halo of 30 round brilliant cut diamond ...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K & 14K Yellow Gold Natural 20CTW Diamond Handmade Butterfly Brooch
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
This vintage butterfly brooch is a beautifully handmade custom piece, crafted in a combination of 14K and 18K yellow gold with subtle white gold accents.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brooch-Mid-Century 14K Gold Wild Animalier Multi-Carat Diamond Cluster
Located in Miami, FL
This magnificent vintage estate statement brooch features a fiercely stylized roaring lion motif, exceptionally encrusted with approximately 5.80 carats of fine diamonds and a striki...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Roman Head Diamond Brooch, Art Deco, 1980s, 2.2g
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This finely crafted Roman Head pin is rendered in 14K yellow gold and features a classical profile accented by three round diamonds measuring approximately 1.4mm each. The sculptural...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 14k Gold Brooch with Old-Cut Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Berlin, BE
Art Deco Brooch in 14k Yellow and White Gold Set with old-cut diamonds and a pearl, featuring a beautiful period design.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum and 14K Yellow Gold 0.60ct Diamond and Pearl Brooch MF13-070126
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A sleek, sophisticated design makes this luxury brooch an effortless addition to any ensemble. Crafted from a combination of Platinum and 14K Yellow Gold, the detailed setting recall...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$1,820Sale Price / item|30% Off
Ruby Emerald Diamond Floral Bouquet Brooch in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by a blooming garden, this Ruby Floral Brooch showcases vibrant rubies, emerald leaves, and sparkling diamonds in solid 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,874Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turquoise Diamond Tourmaline & Sapphire 14k Gold & Silver Owl Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Period: Vintage / Mid-Century Style Style: Figural / Animalier (Owl) Metal: 14k Yellow Gold and Silver Total Brooch Weight: 30.00 grams Center Stone: Natural Turquoise Cabochon (...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Emerald Natural Diamond 14K Yellow Gold & Silver Stickpin Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
An elegant and finely crafted antique Victorian to Edwardian period stickpin (tie/lapel pin). Masterfully handmade with a 14k yellow gold structural frame and pin stem, topped with a...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Retro 14k Pink Gold Brooch with Rubies and Rose Cut Diamonds, 1950
Located in The Hague, ZH
-10 x 1.3 mm rose cut diamonds tot. approx. 0.03 carats color F/G clarity SI/P brooch is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed 14k gold B14266
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
14K Rose Gold 0.07 ct Diamond Seed Pearl Starburst Brooch MF15-062926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A charming starburst brooch in 14K rose gold, adorned with delicate seed pearls lining each radiating ray and a sparkling old cut diamond of approximately 0.07 carats set at the cent...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Elephant Brooch with Diamond Eye, Circa 1980s
Located in Towson, MD
This beautifully crafted vintage elephant pin dates to circa 1980s and is made in solid 14 karat yellow gold, weighing 11.53 grams. The elephant is rendered with exceptional detail, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold diamonds Hummingbird Brooch 14k Single & Round Brilliant Nature Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural diamonds Carat(s): .05ctw Cut: Single & Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Theme: Hummingbir...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Style Diamond & Red Enamel Ribbon Bow 14K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage style diamond and red enamel in yellow gold bow ribbon pin or brooch.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
$2,808Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco Circa 1920s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.2 grams. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 1.30 ct. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.10 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Acid...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Brooch with diamonds in rose cut 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
The rose-cut diamonds add an enchanting touch of old-world glamour to this already stunning brooch.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14.00 carat aquamarine diamond sapphire 14k yellow gold silver brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A close-set halo of round brilliant diamonds outlines the stone, and beyond it a foliate frame of 14k and 18k yellow gold blooms into flowerheads, each centered with a round sapphire...
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k 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.