1960s Vintage Diamond & Hand-Carved Natural Coral Sea 14K Gold Turtle Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A charming and beautifully crafted vintage sea turtle brooch, masterfully executed in solid 14-karat yellow gold and natural Mediterranean coral.
Diamond, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Florentine Finish Turtle Brooch 1970s
Located in Towson, MD
This 1970s 14 karat yellow gold turtle brooch is worked in a hand engraved florentine finish, its shell built from pierced, segmented panels that catch light along every textured rid...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Whimsical Enamel Turtle Brooch with Gemstone Eyes in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Whimsical Enamel Turtle Brooch with Gemstone Eyes in 14k Yellow Gold This charming brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold and depicts a whimsical turtle with a beautifully dimensional...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Diamond Opal Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Articulated Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Edwardian diamond, opal, ruby 14K yellow gold and silver topped gold fully articulated turtle brooch Early 20th Century Superb quality fully articulated, with moveable h...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Ballou & Co 14K Yellow Gold & Jade Cabochon Figural Turtle Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage American gold & jade figural brooch or pin. By Ballou & Co. of Providence, RI.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Ruby Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade 1940’s hand textured 3 dimensional jade and ruby turtle brooch. Well polished jade shell with a 14k yellow gold detailed outer edge accented by 2 rich red Ruby eyes.
Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 18K Gold Turtle Tortoise Reptile Tourmaline Brooch Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderfully chunky and excellently modelled 18K turtle has been mounted as a pendant / brooch by Munich master-goldsmith, Günther Hahn. The lovely animal is decorated with 40 di...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel Sea Turtle Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage stickpin. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the form of a sea turtle with a spotted shell. With brown, black and clear enamel to the shell and eyes and a later associated...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Turtle Tortoise Brooch Pin Ruby Pink Rhodochrosite 14 Karat Gold Mary Lou Daves
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Turtle or Tortoise Clip Brooch Pin with Ruby eyes and a fabulous heart shape Pink Rhodochrosite body in 14 Karat Yellow Gold in a gorgeous three dimension...
Ruby, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Vintage Sea Turtle Stickpin 14k Ocean Life Reptile Green Enamel
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Vintage Sea Turtle Stickpin 14k Ocean Life Reptile Green Enamel Additional Information: Materials: Metal 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel Color: Green Era: Vintage Theme: Sea Tur...
Yellow Gold
Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Designed as a turtle, its shell composed of (34) round turquoise cabochons, ranging from 5.0 mm to 2.0 mm, featuring (2) full-cut diamond eyes, 0.05 ct. tw., VS, J-K, prong, and flus...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Austrian Amethyst Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Gold 1980s Turtle Brooch
Located in Munich, DE
This charming turtle brooch was crafted in the 1980s in Vienna. It has several Austrian stamps like two horse heads, KN for the goldsmith and another stamp on the pin. 13 prong set o...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Unavailable
H 2.37 in W 2.37 in
14 Karat Gold and Sapphire Vintage Brooch of Enameled Pair of Turtle Dove Birds
Located in Overland Park, KS
14k Gold Vintage Enameled Pair of Turtle Dove Birds Brooch surrounded by branches with 14 Sapphires .70ctw weighing 34.5 grams.
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
14K Gold Diamond Carved Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Turtle brooch with 27 diamonds totals approx. 0.98 ct.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Estate Turtle Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful turtle brooch handmade in 14k yellow gold. Attention to detail and nicely made.
Yellow Gold
Antique Turtle Brooch of Demantoid Garnets and 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This exceptional piece is adorned with vivid ruby eyes, luminous demantoid garnets, old mine cut diamonds, and a delicate border of split pearls — all set in rich 14k gold. Measurin...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Diamond & Ruby Turtle Brooch Pin in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Diamond & Ruby Turtle Brooch Pin in 14K Yellow Gold Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (Au 54 - 58.3%) Weight: 11.1 Gr Main Stone: Diamonds 0.08ctw Side stones: Rubies
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Diamond, ruby, and yellow gold turtle brooch circa 1960. Clear and concise information you want to know is listed below. Contact us right away if you have additional questions. We...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Turtle Pendant Citrine 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed turtle pendant (or brooch), crafted in 14k yellow gold. 10 faceted round cut citrine is estimated at 0.10 carats each.
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Verdura Midcentury Gold and Shell Turtle Clip Brooch
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century engraved gold and cowrie shell brooch in the form of a turtle with ruby eyes, in 14k.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Sold
H 1.83 in W 2.66 in
Vintage 14k Gold Large Blue Lapis w/ Diamond Textured Turtle Tortoise Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent vintage brooch that was well-crafted from solid 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Coral Enamel Turtle Brooch, 14KT Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold Italian coral enamel turtle brooch. This small gold brooch features a turtle motif with a stippled exterior, red enamel detailing, marquise cabochon cu...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid 14K Gold Antique Turtle Brooch
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized and dimensional turtle with a textured head, legs and tail Featuring a domed shell bead set with demantoid garnets and pearls Demantoid garnets are round cut...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Whimsical Articulated Gem Set Turtle Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch with Articualted Head, Tail and Feet, set with Lapis, Rubies and a Cabachon Emerald.
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 14k Gold
Handcraft Turtle Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch with Single Cut Diamond Eyes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this is a beautiful vintage 14k yellow gold turtle brooch with single cut diamond eyes.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Sapphire Ruby Pearl Turtle Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Absolutely adorable, this vintage turtle brooch is hand crafted using diamonds, gemstones, and a pearl head. The pin is fashioned in 14 karat yellow gold and features mobile legs. T...
White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Turtle Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Turtle Pin Featuring Satin Finish Texture, 0.03 Carat Old European Cut Diamond, and 0.01 Carat Ruby Eyes. Finished Weight Is 7.0 Grams.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.38 in D 0.75 in L 2 in
Large Estate Diamond Turtle Brooch Tortoise Pin Diamondback Terrapin Anamalier
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most unusual and large turtle brooch bursting with a sparkling diamond encrusted shell. This extraordinary tortoise pin with 160 individually pave' set diamonds framed within highl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Dimensional Natural Lapis Emerald Diamond Gold Turtle Pin
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful 3-D 18k yellow gold Turtle pin with natural Lapis shell, white gold head and yellow gold body. Emerald eyes with diamond head and tail. 1 oval carved blue Lapis 26.92 x ...
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 14 Karat Gold and Sapphire Turtle Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This pin is just adorable!Made of 14K yellow gold and 16 gorgeous sapphires, this turtle will surely make you the talk of the town! The cage-like shell of this turtle makes a perfect...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold Turtle Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
14k Yellow Gold Turtle Diamond, Emerald, and Ruby Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Magnificent 14k Yellow Gold Sea Turtle Brooch with Enamel
Located in Bloomington, MN
Magnificent 14k Yellow Gold Sea Turtle Brooch with Enamel Introducing this magnificent 14k yellow gold Sea Turtle Brooch, a true work of art inspired by the beauty of marine life.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Adorable 14k Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch with Jade Cabochon
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 14K Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch with Jade Cabochon Add a touch of whimsy to your jewelry collection with this adorable 14K yellow gold turtle brooch.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Turtle Pin Brooch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Accompany your outfit with this adorable fourteen carat yellow gold turtle pin brooch. A positive omen of good fortune, the turtle signifies longevity and great patience.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Turtle Brooch, Pin
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This delightful Italian turtle brooch, pin is finely crafted in 14k yellow gold and would make a fantastic edition to any neckline.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Dan Frere 14K Yellow Gold Whimsical Turtle Diamond Ruby Enamel Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Dan Frere Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Length: 1.50 inches Width: 25.30 mm Weight: 11.81 grams Ladies 14K yellow gold animal, diamond and ruby mid-century brooch. Engra...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Turtle Pin
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this beautiful 14K yellow gold turtle pin weighing 6.57 grams, the perfect accessory for any occasion. Please note, when item is out of stock it takes 2-3 we...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Charming Articulated Opal Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Articulated Opal Turtle Brooch accented with tiny diamonds throughout.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Sold
H 1.2 in W 0.82 in
14k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Eyes Green Enamel Work Detailed Turtle Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set- Very Nice White Color Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold & Green Enamel Work Total Weight: 8.02 Grams Overa...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Blue Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Sea Turtle Brooch Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
1970s Vintage Blue Lapis Cabochon and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sea Turtle Brooch. Features a 4-prong set oval Lapis cabochon and hand etched carvings on the head, legs, tail and shell bo...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turtle Stickpin
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian turtle stickpin with fine detailing of 14 kt gold with focal demantoid garnet on the turtle's back. 1880's USA. 2.5" x .4". Excellent condition.
Garnet, 14k Gold
Victorian Spider And Turtle Brooch
Located in London, GB
A turn of the century novelty scatter pin consisting of a green enamel and pearl set turtle, and green enamel and pearl spider with cabochon cut ruby eyes, all in 18ct yellow gold an...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.50 Carat Diamond Turtle Brooch 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage turtle brooch Circa 1960s 10 round brilliant diamonds weigh 0.50 carats G-H VS-SI prong set on the turtle shell nice detail and textured gold finish 5.1 grams 14K stamped beh...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Exquisite Carved Coral Emerald Diamond Gold Turtle Brooch Pin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Imressive 14k brushed gold turtle brooch with movable appendages, set with 29mm x 24mm carved coral top, decorated with approximately 0.60ctw in diamonds and emerald eyes.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1960s Ruby Gold Turtle Pin
Located in San Francisco, CA
A turtle brooch set with rubies in 14kt gold and platinum. *white rose cut diamonds set into the eyes
Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold, Emerald and Diamond Turtle Pin
Located in Greenwich, CT
Vintage turtle pin, the openwork shell accented by round faceted emeralds and round brilliant-cut near-colorless diamonds, with small pink sapphire eyes, in 14k yellow gold. Fourteen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Enamel and Gold Turtle Pin Pendant
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, the turtle features green enamel shell and ruby eye accents. Measurements: 1 5/8 inch H (41.5 mm) x 1 inch W (25 mm) x 9/16 inch D (14.5 mm) Weight: 18 g...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress
By Betty Carol, Mamselle
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...
$3,145 / item
W 0.27 in L 17 in
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...
Jay Strongwater Owl Brooch with Turquoise & Enamel in Gold-Tone, Amber Eyes
By Jay Strongwater
Located in Milford, DE
Dimensions: 2.25 x 1.25 in Hallmarks/Marks: Signed "JAY STRONGWATER" and "JAY" on the back Era: Contemporary, from the exclusive HSN collection A whimsical and elegant owl brooch by...
Crystal, Gold Plate
$39,988Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER Paris Art Deco Enameled Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Gemstone
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring designed by Cartier. This is a magnificent art deco ring, created in Paris France and designed by the jewelry house of Cartier. This colorful cocktail ring is very ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
$944Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.85 in Dm 0.85 in L 0.85 in
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Pearl Enameled Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Refined Fusion of Color and Classic Elegance Indulge in the charm of a bygone era with this Antique 18K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch, beautifully accented by a 0.10-carat round diamond, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Vintage Signed Jewelry Style: Tubugas Yellow Gold Collar Necklace with Amber Cabochon Serial Number: 745623 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 14 Inches Dimensions: 14 - 15 ...
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
Chanel Lurex Linen Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Tote in lurex linen with gold leather lining. Linen is metallic gold with over quilting with signature chain handles. Charming miniature shopping bag size with logo clasp...
$650 / item
W 0.56 in L 0.99 in
Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Blue Chalcedony Cushion Shape Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel at the top to which are suspended 2 Cushion Shap...
Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
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.
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.