Vintage Ruby Enamel Ladies Face Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage gold brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a stylized ladies profile.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Hammerman Brothers Diamond and Onyx Turtle Brooch, 18K Gold and Platinum
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Chicago, IL
This whimsical turtle brooch by Hammerman Brothers consists of an onyx body with twisted rope detail set with round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.50 carats total an...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 18K Gold Brooch/Pendant with 6ct Ruby & 4.60ct Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Brooch/pendant come with a natural Ruby of 6 carats, fine grade , and dazzling natural diamonds of 4,60 carats, F color and VS clarity.
18k Gold
20.91 Carat Burma No Heat Drop Shape Ruby and Diamond Brooch and Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 20.91 carat drop shape Ruby measuring 22.56 x 14.26 x 7.13 mm sprayed with mixed cut diamonds. The assortment of diamonds are aesthetically placed with alternating elevati...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Natural Diamond Ruby Emerald 18K-9K Silver Brooch Bezel Setting
Located in Marcianise, IT
This captivating vintage brooch is a fusion of artistic craftsmanship and precious materials. Made of 18-carat and 9-carat yellow gold, combined with 800 thousandths silver, the broo...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum Gold Diamond Pearl Ruby Bird Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bird Brooch Pin From the Retro and Art Deco eras Beautiful detail workmanship Platinum & 18k Gold Mother of Pearl /Shell, Diamonds, Ruby, and Enamel Approx weight: 12 grams...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Spouting Whale Brooch with Ruby and Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Ruby (Round) / Diamond (Round Brilliant) Brooch Dimensions: 26.5mm x 19.5mm Item Weight: 5.9 Grams Stamped: 18K Estate Condition: Very Goo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond White Gold Safety Pin Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous safety pin brooch features a flower design crafted in 18k white gold and set with about 58 round brilliant F-G VS1-VS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 0.75 carats and a ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond Riding Crop Brooch Circa 1900-10
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A beautiful pre 1917, Russian made riding crop brooch set with rose cut diamonds and synthetic rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Oscar Heyman Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
A 1941 yellow sapphire, ruby, and diamond brooch designed as a naturalist floral spray, the central flower enhanced by calf's-head-cut yellow sapphire petals, accented by square-cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$4,364Sale Price|20% Off
18k Two Tone Gold Detailed Mosaic Green Enamel W/ Diamond & Ruby Frog Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning vintage brooch features a large frog design crafted in solid 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Ruby Pearl Heart Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Ruby Pearl Heart Brooch Pin Approximate Dimensions: 3.4 cm (Length) 3.3 cm (Width) 3.85 - 4.45 mm (Pearl) Approx. 0.3 carat (Ruby) 7.5 grams in weight...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18k Gold Butterfly Brooch - Unheated Ceylon Sapphire, Ruby, Garnet
Located in Berlin, BE
Detailed antique butterfly brooch finely crafted in gold. Set with a natural unheated Ceylon sapphire, rubies, garnet, natural pearl, and rose-cut diamonds. Type: Antique Butterfly ...
Diamond, Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Victorian 6.00 Carat Diamond, Pearl and Ruby Oyster Shell Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
A fascinating oyster shell brooch featuring an assortment of diamonds, rubies and a single large natural pearl in the centre. The diamonds are a combination of old cuts and rose cuts...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Lion Doorknocker Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold brooch/pendant, depicting a lion's head, adorned with ruby cabochon eyes and approx. 1.50ctw in H/Si1 diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$5,809Sale Price|20% Off
Claris-A 18K Gold Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond Statement Pin
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This exquisite dual tone 18K gold Claris-A pin combines elegance with intricate craftsmanship, designed to make a statement while offering functional security. The central motif show...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D, Enamel and Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch with Diamond and Ruby
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Set Brooch with Diamonds weighing 0.71ct and Ruby eyes that weigh 0.11ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Brooch with Rubies and Diamonds by Polya Medvedeva
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This stunning 7 cm long brooch is an exquisite jewellery art object designed by Berlin-based oil painter and jewellery designer Polya Medvedeva. The brooch is made of 18 karat yellow...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Diamond And Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Cosmos Pendant Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Cosmos Brooch Pendant is a stunning piece, crafted from 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Diamond, Cabochon Ruby, Cabochon Blue Sapphire Bird Brooch 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 18.46 carats, Diamond 2.08 carats, Cabochon Ruby 0.46 carat with Cabochon Blue Sapphire 0.29 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Setting Width: 3.7 cm Length: 7.0 cm "Since w...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold larger butterfly brooch pin, set with rose cut diamonds, pearls, emeralds and rubies.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany and Co's 1970s 18 Carat Gold, Diamond and Ruby Feather Brooch with Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
The allure of vintage jewelry lies in its ability to transcend time, capturing the essence of bygone eras. One such enchanting piece is this 18-carat gold vintage 1970's Tiffany & Co...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Marquise Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Abstract Open Work Brooch
Located in London, GB
This wonderful one of a kind brooch is beautifully inlaid with a mix of 29 marquise shaped rubies and 36 high quality round brilliant cut diamonds spread throughout it among the vibr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage French Made Brooch Invisible Ruby Setting Flower Pin 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French made Exquisite Rose flower Brooch Pin Circa 1970's 18k White Gold Approx 30 grams Natural Diamonds Round and Baguettes G-VS Natural Square Ruby approx 6-7 carat AAA Un...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18Karat Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: F-G...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Brooch in Yellow Gold 18 Carats Circa 1960 diamonds and ruby
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Stylized foliage brooch in 18 carats yellow gold decorated with 6 rubies and two diamonds circa 1960. Diamonds are 0.05 carat, that is a total of approximately 0.1 carat. Hei...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond, Ruby and Onyx Perched Lovebirds Brooch in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite brooch is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, featuring a dazzling combination of diamonds, rubies, and onyx set in 18 karat white gold. The charming design showcases two ...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Ruby Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Pearl Bird Pin
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Two pearl birds perch in a golden tree, whispering elegance with every glint of gemstone. This enchanting 65 x 45 mm pin is crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and adorned with 11.79 ct...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Frog Brooch with Invisibly Set Tsavorites, Diamonds, and Rubies
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold frog brooch beautifully set with 0.81 carats of invisibly set square cut tsavorites and 0.80 carats of round diamonds. The eyes are cabochon rubies. The frog mea...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brooch in Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold with Natural Ruby and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary 18 karat yellow gold brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and detachable natural ruby, 0,7 carats, 6,7x4 mm. This jewellery collection was featured in Vogue UA...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...
Vintage Blue Sapphire Bee Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold deep intense blue sapphire bee pin. The body of the bee has 39 invisibly set square cut blue sapphires with an approximate total weight of 4...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers Diamond Ruby Emerald Gold Lion Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic whimsical brooch by Hammerman. The brooch is hand sculpted in 18k yellow gold in the form of a mighty yet sweet lion.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Invisible Set Ruby Diamond Gold Pansy Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold pansy flower brooch, with invisible set rubies and approx. 1.40ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vintage 1.15 Carat Ruby 0.80 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Heart Bar Brooch 1968
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1960s 1.15 carat ruby and 0.80 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold heart bar brooch; part of our diverse collection of vintage ruby brooches.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Natural Turquoise Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Bee Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
This luxurious brooch is adorned with turquoise matrix, sapphire eyes and round rubies and sapphires on each wing along with a band of round single cut diamonds, creating a captivati...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Pin
Located in Plantation, FL
This is an original mid-20th century turban clip, dating to the 1950s, finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and designed specifically to be worn at the front or side of a turban or...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Invisible Set Ruby Flower Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with invisible set Rubies weighing approximately a total of 22.00 carats, as well as Round Brilliant and Square cut Diamonds weighing approximately a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Diamond and Tiger Eye Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Turtle Mixed Diamond and Tiger Eye Brooch 10 Diamonds - 0.05 CT 17 Mixed Colored Diamonds - 0.07 CT 2 Rubies - 0.01 CT 7 Tiger Eyes - 0.67 CT 18K Rose Gold - 3.16 GM ...
Diamond, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Ruby Enamel 18k Yellow and White Gold Bird Pin
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully rendered expression of fine jewelry artistry, this elegant bird pin is crafted in a harmonious combination of 18k yellow and white gold, showcasing exquisite detailing ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$3,540Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unisex Fine Ruby Sapphire Long Brooch Pin with Diamonds in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Fine Ruby Sapphire Long Brooch Pin with Diamonds in 18K White Gold which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certifed Pigeon Blood 6.13 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Brooch
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond brooch made by Rewa Jewels crafted in 18 karat white gold. This extraordinary brooch has 6 pieces of untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximately 6.1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pearl Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 18k gold brooch , set with three 8mm pearls, square cut rubies and approx. 1.50ctw in old mine cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Large Parrot Pin/Brooch with Diamonds and Gemstones in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Parrot Pin / Brooch with Diamonds and Gemstones in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Parrot Pin features pave set Round Brilliant Diamonds on the body of parrot with feathers of Rubies,...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Emerald and Diamond Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.79 carats with Emerald 0.31 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 3.2 cm Length: 2.8 cm "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store wa...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold 1.32 Carat Diamond, Pearl & Ruby Winged Insect Brooch
Located in Flushing, NY
A whimsical winged insect brooch crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, featuring a pointed head, sculptural legs, openwork diamond-set wings, and two bezel-set red gemstone eyes. A large ...
Ruby with Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Brooch/ Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.88 carats with Cabochon Emerald 0.12 carat and Diamond 0.11 carat Brooch/ Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.5 cm Length: 3.3 cm Total Weig...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Fantasy Dragon Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose White Gold Animal Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 5.80x5.20x2.40cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "52 White Diamonds 0.27 CT 326 Fancy Diamonds 3.00 CT 2 Ruby 0.11 CT 18KR 32.32 GM (WOIT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond &...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bird Cage Pin
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted with exquisite detail, its body glows with the soft luster of a free-form pearl. The bird’s eyes sparkle with 0.08 carat rubies, adding a fiery flash of color, while 0.32 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1970s Large Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
It measures: 67mm ) long, 46mm Wide Weight: 32.4 Grams Excellent condition This Diamond Brooch comes with professionally appraised document.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Fantasy Dragon Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose White Gold Animal Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.40x2.00x0.90cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "1 White Diamonds 0.04 CT 2 Ruby 0.02 CT 18KR 8.55 GM (WNTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Je...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s 12.80 Carat Ruby Flower Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with Round cut Rubies weighing approximately a total of 12.80 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1....
Blue Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Cowboy with Lasso Ruby Diamond Sapphire Brooch -
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Cowboy with Lasso Ruby Diamond Sapphire Brooch - VHK#756a Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 28.2 grams Pin M...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Playful Pirate Brooch with Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Rubies, Sapphires, and Diamonds Ruby Count: 35 Ruby Cut: Round Ruby Total Carat Weight: 3.5 carats Ruby Color: Purple/Red Sapphire Count: 2 Sap...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Amethyst Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond Ruby Gold Owl Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Its feathers are multiple cats eye chrysoberyl weighing a total of 11.97 carats. Two rubies are used for its eyes and 0.31 carats of diamonds are spread across the piece.
Amethyst, Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1.50 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Dancing Bear Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This is a beautifully detailed 1.50 carat round brilliant Diamond and Ruby eyes 18 karat yellow gold dancing bear brooch.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Unicorn Black Enamel, Ruby, Diamonds Vintage Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Unicorn Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Unicorn Black Enamel, Ruby, Diamonds Brooch.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
18K Rose Gold & Sterling Silver 4.20ct Diamond, Opal, and Conch Pearl Brooch
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This whimsical brooch is crafted in 18K rose gold and sterling silver, depicting a pair of lovebirds pave-set with white and fancy pink and yellow diamonds totaling approximately 4.2...
Diamond, Coral, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Large 18 Karat White Gold Brooch Pendant Set with Countless Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful, large and heavy 18k white gold brooch, set with countless rubies, brilliant baguettes and brilliant solitaire. Also wearable as a pendant.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Circle Ribbon Brooch in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite Art Deco-style brooch features a stunning circle design with a flowing ribbon motif, set in luxurious 14K white gold. The brooch is adorned with radiant diamonds that ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Dolphin Diamond Brooch 18KT White Gold Natural Rubies
Located in Jupiter, FL
Astonishgly beautiful dolphin made with natural rubies and diamonds in 18KT white gold. GRAM WEIGHT: 11.70gr GOLD: 18KT white gold SIZE: 1.72" long by 1.30" wide NATURAL DIAMOND(S) C...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Tsavorite, 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.