Vintage 1990s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.43 carat ruby and 0.04 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold 'insect' brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 12.00 Carat Zambian Emerald Rubies Sapphires Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
At its heart lies a breathtaking 12,00 carat Natural Zambian Emerald, surrounded by exquisite dazzling Diamonds, radiant blue sapphires, and vivid rubies, each meticulously set in sp...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
RETRO Brooch with ruby verneuille and old mine cut diamond up to 0.08ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
RETRO 18k bicolour brooch set with ruby and old mine cut diamond up to 0.08ct – G/H – SI detailed description: the size of the brooch is 3.0 cm long by 2.5 cm wide weight 11.0 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mystery Set Ruby, Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
MYSTERY set ruby, diamond and crystal brooch in 18k yellow gold.
Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
18k gold brooch, with rubies and approx. 0.25ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Diamond Ruby Gold Mistletoe Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Enjoy this gold mistletoe brooch during a festive evening dinner. It features 5.80 carats of vivid red rubies used as the berries.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian old European cut diamond ruby 18k rose gold crescent brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Romantic, colorful, and exceptionally distinctive, this brooch is perfect for someone who appreciates important antique diamonds, rich ruby accents, and statement pieces with remarka...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Contemporary Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Parrot 18K Gold Convertible Brooch Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An absolute masterclass in haute joaillerie and lapidary precision, this breathtaking contemporary convertible statement brooch/pendant. Masterfully engineered in solid 18k gold with...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ruby Blue Sapphire 18K Two-Tone Gold Donkey Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A delightful and highly detailed donkey pin brooch crafted in 18K two-tone gold. The body is richly paved with approximately 0.30 carats of sparkling round brilliant diamonds set in ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1980's Hammerman Brothers Diamond Ruby 18K Gold Frog Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This textured 1980's frog motif brooch pin is excellent for nature lovers, Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold by Hammerman Brothers, topped by (11) round cut diamonds, pave set, wei...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ghiso Paris Retro 18K Yellow Gold Brooch with 2.00ct Ruby & Diamonds
By Ghiso Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Surrounding the rubies are twenty four sparkling round brilliant and single cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.40 carat, adding delicate brilliance that enhances the brooch’s dime...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow White Gold Ruby Diamond Articulated Wasp Brooch Certified #24360
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow and White Gold Ruby and Diamond Articulated Wasp Brooch/Pin JAGi Certified- This spectacular wasp brooch features 61 round brilliant cut diamonds in white gold and 38 nat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier American Flag Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18K Gold Pin Brooch Circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Austin, TX
Maker: Cartier Design: American flag brooch Metal: 18 K gold Diamonds: 97 round brilliant cut, approximately 1.68 carats total weight Rubies: 920.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$7,998Sale Price|20% Off
18k Gold & Platinum Ruby & Diamond Hammered Textured Large Flower Pendant Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
The finish on the gold is a hammered matte like finish - giving a great contrast to the beautiful diamonds and rubies! The brooch comes with a custom made box signed by by Primavesi ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k white and yellow gold pendant brooch, set with two rubies and apron. 0.90ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18k Two-Tone Gold Ruby and Diamond Turtle Brooch Unique!
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Brooch by Tiffany & Co. Features Pave-Set Rubies and Diamonds Turtle Appx 1" long and 1/2" Wide Total Mass = 16.8 grams Gorgeous, Unique Treasure by Tiffany & Co.!
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Butterfly Brooch With Sapphire Ruby Emerald and Diamonds Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage 18K Butterfly Brooch With Sapphire Ruby Emerald and Diamonds Yellow Gold This butterfly brooch is fashioned in 18K yellow gold and features a gorgeous iridescent satin-like ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Platinum & 18K Gold Floral Brooch with Diamonds, Jade, Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Product Specifications Metal: Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Baguette Diamonds: Cut: Baguette Total Carat Weight: Approx. 0.80 carats Green Flawless Jade: Cut: Pear-shaped Setti...
Sapphire, Ruby, Jade, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Estate 18K Multicolored Sapphire Ruby Fancy Shape Diamond Brooch Wreath Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Specifications: Metal: 18K yellow gold Gemstones: Approximately 27.00 carats total weight natural sapphires (various shapes, pastel and vivid colors) Accent Stones: Natural rubie...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s 18k Gold Wicker Basket Brooch with Diamonds, Emeralds, Sapphires & Rubies
Located in London, GB
This impressively large 1960s Italian brooch is made of 18k yellow gold in the shape of a wicker basket full of flowers.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Heraldic Green Emerald Ruby and Diamond Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Brooches and pins experienced a strong comeback in 2020 and 2021 bringing a touch of vintage and sophistication to almost every ensemble. Both men and women appeared wearing brooches...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Jade, Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Siamese Fighting Fish Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Jade 17.0 carats with Blue Sapphire 0.80 carat, Ruby 2.99 carats and Diamond 3.32 carats Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 6.5 cm Length: 6.3 cm Total Weight: 47.4...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Jade, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Flower Shaped Multicolor Diamond and Ruby Brooch Pendent
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from 18K white and yellow gold, this brooch pendant features a center seed made from red marquise-shaped ruby, surrounded by petals of brown and yellow diamond melees.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, R...
$10,320Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Cut Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Vintage Brooch
Located in Aspen, CO
Fancy cut white diamonds are border with fine natural sapphires and rubies. A spectacular long brooch with fine well matched and well cut stones. The 34 diamonds weigh an estimated...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Diamond, Ruby, and Yellow Gold Elephant Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond, Ruby, and Yellow Gold Elephant Brooch This brooch has 52 round diamonds weighing approximately 4 carats and a single ruby all set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian brooch with ruby and rose cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 18k gold 13.8 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold branch brooch set with ruby and diamonds totaling 0.60ct - H/I - SI - dimensions 5.5 cm x 3.0 cm detailed description: the dimensions of the brooch are 5.5 cm by ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby and Pearl Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Surrounding it, 11.68 cts of fiery rubies, 6.79 cts of lush emeralds, and shimmering sapphires sparkle alongside 6.2 cts of brilliant diamonds.
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire And White Diamond Bouquet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Journey back in time to the opulent 20th century with this exquisite Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, and White Diamond Bouquet Brooch. A harmonious medley of gemstones adorns this vintage m...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Cabochon Ruby Pearl and Diamond Fly Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully crafted bar brooch taken from the Late Victorian period. The bar has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and plays host to an intricate insect design...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Pin Brooch with 1.25ct Round H VS Diamonds and 17 Carat Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Radiating elegance and a touch of vintage charm, this 18 Karat White Gold Pin Brooch features a stunning floral design. The center showcases 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Horse Pin Brooch with 1.95ct Diamonds 0.66ct Ruby 0.3ct Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: This antique horse brooch, crafted from 18K two-tone gold, showcases exquisite artisan craftsmanship.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Contemporary 18k Gold Enamel Diamond Ruby Donkey Brooch, USA 2010
Located in New York, NY
Figural donkey decorated with rubies and micro pave diamonds. Overall weight approx. 23.34 grams, made of 18k gold and enamel; circa 2010.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch with 1.3ct Round F VS Diamonds and 7ct Ruby
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Detailed Description: Elevate your style with this vintage Cartier pin brooch, crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold. Featuring 43 round brilliant diamonds totaling 1.3 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Treblant Bird Brooch and Heart Locket
Located in London, GB
Here we have a remarkable drop brooch taken from the Victorian period. This eye-catching piece features a striking design of a mid flight bird with outstretched wings, adorned with v...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
Retro 1950s Diamond Ruby Large Bouquet Brooch in 18K Gold & Platinum
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant retro brooch modelled in the form of an enchanting flower bouquet of shimmering gold leaves, glowing ruby flower buds, and glittering diamond accents. The central part of the...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
CARTIER American Indian Hunter Turquoise Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18k Gold Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Blue Sapphire: Representing wisdom and nobility, adorning the headdress. Diamonds: Adding a touch of brilliance and light. Rubies: Symbolizing courage and passion, used for the hunte...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Italian 18K Gold Bee Brooch with Baroque Pearl, Diamonds (0.28 Ct) and Ruby Eyes
Located in Miami, FL
Origin: Italy Period: Late 20th Century, circa 1970s–1980s Style: Naturalistic / Figural Jewelry Metal: 18K Yellow Gold (hallmarked 750) Gemstones: Baroque Pearl body 28 Diamonds, ap...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 1ctw Diamond & Ruby Kookaburra Bird Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, diamond, ruby, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising fifty round cut diamonds, and one ruby cabochon, set in silver and 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow go...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ruby & Diamond Hat Motif 18K Yellow Gold Convertible Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Ruby and diamond brooch in 18K yellow gold featuring mystery-set ruby hat design with diamond accents and figural bow detail.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow White Gold Diamond Ruby Green Jadeite Brooch Pin Antique Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Exquisite 18K yellow and white gold antique brooch pin featuring brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.2 carats, vibrant round rubies totaling 0.2 carats, and a beautifully carved dyed...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,398Sale Price|20% Off
Estate 18k Gold Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Hippo Hippopotamus Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super adorable hippopotamus brooch is crafted in solid 18k white gold with black rhodium throughout.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby Grain Setting Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
An original and sophisticated guitar-shaped brooch, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and adorned with a remarkable selection of precious gemstones that enhance its exclusivity and dis...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Pearl Brooch Pin Butterfly Ruby Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold 7.3g
By Mikimoto
Located in Northbrook, IL
This brooch is a refined addition to any ensemble. More details: Total Weight: 7.3 grams Measures: ~1.25" across Weight: 7.3g Stones: 7.6mm Akoya pearl, small rubies, sapphires, and...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.08 Carat Ruby American Flag Patriotic Brooch Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
2.08 Carat Ruby American Flag Patriotic Brooch Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Ruby Weight: 2.08 Carat Sapphire Weight: 0.49 Carat Diamond Weight: 0.50 Carat Crafted in luxurious 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire American Flag Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful, Vintage Van Cleef American Flag Brooch Total Length = 33 mm Total Width = 23 mm Total Mass = 6.5 grams Features Pave-Set White Diamonds, Sapphires, and Rubies in American ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rhino Fancy Diamond Ruby & Tiger Eye 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.50x2.20x0.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "132 Fancy Diamonds 0.91 CT 1 Ruby 0.03 CT 4 Tiger Eye Stone 3.52 CT 18KR 7.83 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & ...
Diamond, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage French Ruby and Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch has been realistically modelled in the form of a bird perched on a branch.
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Majestic 18k Yellow Gold Italian Enameled Ruby & Diamond OWL Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this large outstanding majestic owl brooch crafted from 18k yellow gold and adorned with Italian enamel, rubies, and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$3,369Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.5 grams. Totally is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.50 ct. Totally is emerald 0.40 ct. T...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Rose Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Rubies & Pink Sapphires
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Rubies & Pink Sapphires 32 Diamonds - 0.78 CT 56 Green Garnets - 1.16 CT 1 Tourmaline - 7.48 CT 535 Rubies/Pink Sapphires - 9.97 C...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
Brooch-Victorian 1870 Antique Burma Rubies, Emeralds & Diamonds in 18K Gold.
Located in Miami, FL
Hand-wrought in a solid 12.3-gram frame of 18K yellow gold, the brooch centers a finely sculpted peacock—a historic symbol of royalty, immortality, and beauty.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Diamond and Ruby 18-Karat Gold Flower Brooch
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Featuring two exquisitely engraved emerald leaves and a dainty flower on a branch, this brooch exemplifies the stunning beauty of nature. The intricate design is complemented by the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Very Large Brooch with Diamonds, Opals & Ruby Eyes
Located in Broomall, PA
18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Very Large Brooch with Diamonds, Opals & Ruby Eyes A finely crafted butterfly brooch in 18K yellow gold, featuring opal-inlaid wings accented with rubies f...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Glamorous 0.72ct Natural Diamond, Lapis & Ruby Bead Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Condition: Pre-owned Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Main stone: 1 piece Flower Lapis Lazuli and Ruby beads Main stone: 2 pieces Ivory Main stone size: 12.84mm Shape: Round Color grade...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Edward Wolfe 18K & Enamel Diamond Ruby Humming Bird Brooch
By E. Wolfe & Company
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An incredibly detailed piece by Edward Wolfe & Co. done in 18K white and yellow gold as well as incredibly detailed black enamel and set with approximately 1.32cttw in G-H color Vs1-...
Diamond, Ruby, Enamel
Brooch with pearl, ruby and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 18k gold/ silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 18k yellow gold and silver brooch/pendant with pearls, ruby, and old mine-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.80 ct – N/O, G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch/pen...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Cartier Paris Flower Brooch 18K Yellow Gold Ruby & European Cut Diamonds ~4.5ctw
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier Paris Flower Brooch 18K Yellow Gold Ruby & European Cut Diamonds ~4.5ctw This vintage Cartier Paris brooch is designed as a sculptural floral spray in 18k yellow and ros...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Gold Penguin Brooch with Diamonds and a Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.40 carats and a Round cut Ruby for the eye. Circa 1970s 2 inches x 1 inch
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
David Webb Carved Jade Diamond and Ruby Seahorse Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Carved Jade Diamond and Ruby Seahorse Brooch Description: A whimsical and bold creation by David Webb, this brooch features a carved jade seahorse adorned with a diamond-...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Enamel Pearl Ruby Diamond Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Victorian 18K yellow gold and enamel brooch set with rubies, diamonds and pearls will be a dramatic vision on your shoulder or lapel.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 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.