1960 18 K white Gold cluster Vintage Ruby Diamonds Brooch
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A stunning, fine and impressive 18 K white Gold cluster brooch from the 1960 set with 10 Rubies weighing approximately 2.50 ct and Diamonds (Marquise cut, baguette cut and brilliant ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 K Gold Filigree and Milgrain Art Deco Style Ruby Diamonds Brooch/Pendant
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very attractive new 18 K white Gold brooch/pendant inspired by the glamorous Art Deco era featuring 53 rubies weighing 8.30 ct and 374 brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 1.05 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18 K Gold Bar Pin Brooch with Baguette Diamonds and Sapphire and Ruby Cabochon
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Elegant 18 K yellow and white Gold bar pin brooch set with a heart shaped Sapphire Cabochon and and pear shaped Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$19,500
Diamond & Ruby brooch in 18k
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & ruby brooch in 18k yellow gold. The pin is set with approx. 2.7 carat of round brilliant, baguette and marquise cut diamonds, color G-I, clarity VS, square and pear sha...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin 18k Yellow gold flower basket brooch, adorned with vivid sapphires Emeralds and rubies, as well as 2...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
18K Diamond, Ruby and Pink Sapphire Pendant and Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18K Diamond, Ruby and Pink Sapphire Pendant and Brooch 18K Diamond, Ruby and Pink Sapphire Pendant and Brooch Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Elegant Vintage 18 K Yellow Gold Brooch Meister Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very elegant floral stlye brooch in 18 K yellow Gold made by internationally well-known swiss jeweller Meister Zurich.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
$18,000
Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Brooch A white gold floral motif brooch composed of pear-shaped and oval rubies, accented with round cut and baguette cut diamonds Accompanied by an AGL certifica...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Suzanne Belperron Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Brooch, 18k
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in New York, NY
A Suzanne Belperron Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Brooch made in 18k Yellow Gold accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Spray Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking mid-century brooch crafted in 18K white gold, showcasing a dramatic spray design centered with three vivid oval-cut rubies totaling approximately 2.20 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Moiseikin 18K Gold 9ct Ruby and Diamond Brooch
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The hand-painting-like twig filigree coated with black rhodium enhances the vivid rubies and flawless diamonds. 18K Gold Ruby Plum Brooch Weight 20.46g 16 Diamond 0.3 ct 83 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 K yellow Gold bee brooch golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Emerald Ruby
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
For all bee lovers- you are staring at a exquisite pin brooch! Beautiful Bumble Bee brooch, set with 22 white brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 0.30 ct , G color, vs clarity, 25 black ...
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Brooch/Pin
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite vintage brooch is crafted in 18 karat white gold and features a stunning interplay of rubies and diamonds. It showcases 24 vibrant rubies totaling approximately 3.00 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Introducing our Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Arrow Brooch—a symbol of striking elegance and precision.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire Mantis Brooch in 18 K
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite 0.60 carat, Diamond 0.97 carat, Cabuchon Ruby 0.74 carat with Cabuchon Blue Sapphire 0.12 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 3.9 cm L...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Whit...
Suzanne Belperron Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Brooch, 18k
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in New York, NY
A Suzanne Belperron Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Brooch made in 18k gold, circa 1955-1969.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby
TIFFANY & CO. 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The interplay between the warm gold, vivid rubies, and sparkling diamonds creates a balanced yet eye-catching aesthetic.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Diamond, Tsavorite & Ruby Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This high quality, gorgeous dragonfly pin will be the highlight of any outfit! Beautiful detail! 18 karat gold. 87 rough and single cut round diamonds, bead set, approximately 1.74 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
American Flag Brooch Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
American flag brooch featuring Ruby, Sapphire and Diamonds crafted in 18 Karat White gold. Larger version available.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 18K YG Emerald Ruby and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous mid 20th century French dragonfly brooch expertly crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold, designed with sculptural rope-twist detailing and vibrant gemstone accents.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mauboussin Paris Leaves Brooch 18k Gold , Ruby and Diamonds
By Mauboussin
Located in istanbul, TR
The Mauboussin brooch is a fine jewelry piece crafted from 18k rose gold, featuring 10 round diamonds and a ruby as the secondary stone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$16,750
Diamond and Ruby Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and ruby bow brooch in 18k yellow gold. Center of the brooch set with 0.40 - 0.50 carat trillion cut diamond, Bow set with sixty five round brilliant cut diamonds and forty...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage ruby diamond 18k yellow gold brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful vintage ruby and diamond brooch from the 1990’s is a striking jewel with rich color, elegant sparkle, and a refined golden presence.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bulldog Brooch
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
Handcrafted with careful attention to detail, this piece reflects the bold gold styling and refined diamond workmanship popular in the 1990s. Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Arrow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Arrow Brooch A white gold brooch shaped as a arrow and hexagon Approximate Diamond Weight: 1.60 carats Approximate Length: 2.37 inches Metal Type: 18 karat gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Serpent Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking and sculptural vintage brooch crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold, designed as a coiled serpent with a lion-like head motif.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Clown Pendant Brooch of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This playful vintage clown (circa 1950) is crafted in 18k gold with natural ruby and diamond accents, its articulated body designed for movement and charm.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian diamond ruby 18k yellow gold brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in warm 18k yellow gold, the design features thirty five shimmering rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.30 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Bouquet Brooch, 18k
Located in New York, NY
An Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Floral Bouquet Brooch made in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
Floral Diamond and Ruby Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Floral Diamond and Ruby Brooch in Platinum This platinum floral brooch showcases an exquisite arrangement of dazzling diamonds and rich red rubies. The blossoms, formed by clusters ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold, 6.75 ct. Ruby, and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Gold, Ruby, and Diamond Brooch is a testament to luxury and craftsmanship. This captivating piece is designed as a resplendent flowerhead, exuding timeless elegance and grac...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Starfish Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking brooch meticulously crafted in the shape of a starfish, adorned with cabochon-cut red rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Cartier Ruby and Diamond Cartier Nautial Club Flag Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier’s fascination with symbolism and aristocratic leisure is distilled here into a composition that feels both graphic and deeply sophisticated. Crafted in 18K yellow gold and p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Dragonfly Brooch with Tsavorite and Diamonds and Rubies 18k White Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Large dragonfly brooch with Tsavorite and Diamond encrusted body and ruby eyes.
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Diamond Panther Brooch with Sapphires and Rubies
Located in Macau, MO
This is a magnificant panther diamond brooch in 18K yellow gold, set with 354 pieces of white diamond totalling 6.97 carats in weight, 112 pieces of blue sapphire weighing 5.95 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 2.65ct Diamond and Ruby Brooch MF36-020326
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Set in 18K Yellow Gold, Diamonds with a total weight of 2.65 carats provide dazzling sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming brooch taken from the Victorian period. This antique piece showcases an graceful swirling design adorned with a striking deep red ruby at the centre. Surround...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold 18K Brooch 1960S
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond and Ruby on Yellow Gold 18K Brooch. Marked EM.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Elephant Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Fashioned in 18K yellow gold with French assay marks, the stylized form is adorned with a ruby cabochon on the forehead, a bright emerald eye, and a saddle of channel-set rubies fram...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby, and Citrine Dragon Head Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and exquisitely detailed 18K yellow gold dragon head brooch, showcasing masterful sculptural artistry and a dramatic sense of movement.
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond & Ruby Brooch in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
GW=20.51gm NW=18.36gm Diamond Round =0.70cts Diamond Rosecut =0.30cts Ruby oval=3.00cts Ruby pears=1.23cts Emerald round =4.92cts Diamond polki=0.62cts An exquisite elephant-shaped ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Matador Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.15 carat sapphire and 0.22 carat ruby, 0.51 carat diamond and 18k gold 'matador' brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite antique brooch depicting a royal butterfly features approximately 20 carats of rubies and diamonds. The rubies all have a bright and intense vivid-red color that is so m...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Enamel Brooch with Diamond & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Estate 18k Gold Enamel Turtle Brooch Featuring Round White Diamond Approx. 0.28ct, Round Red Ruby Approx. 0.14ct Total Weight 16.93g Measurements 1.45in x 1.03cm x 0.46cm Very unique...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
GIA Certified Natural 50 Ct Ceylon NH Ruby & 8 Ct Diamond Apple 18 K Pin/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Natural NO HEAT 50 Ct Ceylon Ruby & 5 Ct Diamond Big Apple 18 K Pin/Brooch GIA Report # 6224519627 Natural Corundum Natural Ruby Origin Sri Lanka /Ceylon Ceylon Ruby a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby 18k Gold Platinum Bouquet Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k gold and platinum, the design is further embellished with 1.70 carats of round diamonds, adding a brilliant white contrast.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Brooch/Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.69 carats and Diamond 1.37 carats Brooch/Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 5.3 cm Length: 3.5 cm Total Weight: 18.65 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Butterfly Diamond and Ruby Brooch
Located in beverly hills, CA
A stunning vintage butterfly brooch with exceptional quality and grand dimensions, the wings are decorated with round diamonds set in 18K white gold and bordered with square cut rubi...
Diamond, Ruby
18K Yellow Gold and Silver 6.25ct Diamond and Ruby Brooch MF41-020526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
On the reverse, the open setting exposes the gemstone's pavilions, laying bare the brooch's raw structural beauty and exceptional craftsmanship.In estate condition, this 18K Yellow G...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Vintage Brooch with Ruby and Diamond in 18K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Vintage Brooch with Ruby & Diamond Material 18K Yellow Gold Ruby: 0.36 ct Diamond: .06 ct Diamond Clarity: VVS Color Grade: E Brooch Dimension: 57.6mm X 36.2mm Brooch Wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Brooch with Marquise-Cut Center Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Crafted in luminous 18K white gold, this bold and elegant brooch features a striking Art Deco-inspired design centered around a 0.52-carat marquise-cut diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,059Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Brooch In very goodd condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Bunny Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Bunny Brooch Details: Main Material: 18k yellow gold, and enamel Stones: Approx. 1.5 ct diamond, and approx. 0.25 ct ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$20,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Ruby Diamond Pearl Brooch 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant vintage Cartier brooch, finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and set with a beautiful combination of rubies, diamonds, and a central pearl.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gübelin 18k Bicolor Gold Brooch with Ruby and Diamond, Circa 1990
By Gubelin
Located in The Hague, ZH
Gübelin - 18k bicolor gold brooch with ruby and single-cut diamond, 0.05 ct, F/G - VS/SI Detailed description: The brooch is approximately 4.4 cm by 3.4 cm Weight: 8.9 grams Set ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Ruby Bow Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The surface shimmers with pavé-set diamonds and accents of rubies, artfully arranged in floral and star-like motifs.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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.