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Victorian Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful diamond brooch from the Victorian era. The brooch is set with multiple old cut diamonds in a star shaped setting crafted in 15ct yellow gold.

Category

19th Century Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Bar Brooch
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Bar Brooch

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Bar Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a refined brooch crafted in platinum and adorned with a series of old European cut diamonds.

Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Star Brooch
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Star Brooch

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Star Brooch

Located in London, GB

Each point has been expertly silver set with a graduating row of old cut diamonds whilst the principal old cut stone sits proud at the centre of the ensemble. 

Category

19th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Star Pendant Brooch
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Star Pendant Brooch

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Star Pendant Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a fabulous brooch come pendant taken from the Victorian period.

Category

1870s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Old Mine-cut Diamond Cross Brooch
Old Mine-cut Diamond Cross Brooch

Old Mine-cut Diamond Cross Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This stylized antique cross brooch set with approximately 14.30 carats of old diamonds dates from circa 1870.

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian 7.50 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch
Victorian 7.50 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch

Victorian 7.50 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have an exquisite brooch featuring a graceful crescent design. Meticulously crafted from a harmonious blend of gold and silver, this antique piece is adorned with a stunning ...

Category

1870s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Discover the elegance of the Roaring Twenties with this exquisite antique Art Deco brooch, meticulously crafted in platinum and complemented by a 14k white gold pin.

Category

1920s Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

1.80 Old European Cut Diamond & Platinum Bar Brooch
1.80 Old European Cut Diamond & Platinum Bar Brooch

1.80 Old European Cut Diamond & Platinum Bar Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This bar brooch features one centering old European-cut diamond, weighing approximately 1.80 carats, alongside 20 smaller old European-cut diamonds, weighing approximately 1.65 carat...

Category

Early 20th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Art Deco Onyx & 7.00ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch Brooch
Platinum Art Deco Onyx & 7.00ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch Brooch

Platinum Art Deco Onyx & 7.00ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1920s Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 16.5 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA Report# : 52229844958 Weight: 1.74 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Colo...

Category

1920s Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1920s Antique Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch
1920s Antique Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch

1920s Antique Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Three Old European cut diamonds total approximately 0.61 carats.

Category

1920s Unknown Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold

Brooch, Edwardian Platinum Old Cut Diamond Bar, 2.40 ct
Brooch, Edwardian Platinum Old Cut Diamond Bar, 2.40 ct

Brooch, Edwardian Platinum Old Cut Diamond Bar, 2.40 ct

Located in Braintree, GB

Edwardian platinum and diamond bar brooch, a 1.00 ct old cut diamond at the centre of a long openwork bar set with further old cut diamonds, 2.40 ct in total.

Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch
Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Brooch

Located in Seattle, WA

An antique original Art Deco brooch with a classic look and elegant details. Eleven graduated diamonds with a total carat weight of approximately 4.26ctw shine bright in gleaming pla...

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Old Cut Diamond and Enamel Crown Brooch
Victorian Old Cut Diamond and Enamel Crown Brooch

Victorian Old Cut Diamond and Enamel Crown Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have an exquisite brooch taken from the Victorian era showcasing a regal crown design.

Category

1860s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Old Mine Diamond Brooch
Georgian Old Mine Diamond Brooch

Georgian Old Mine Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Georgian Old Mine Diamond Brooch Circa 1830 4.25 ct. of Diamonds, including an Old Mine Cushion cut Diamond in the center weighing approximately half a carat Set in gold and Silv...

Category

1830s Unknown Georgian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond

Antique Cabochon Emerald and Old Mine Diamond Bar Brooch
Antique Cabochon Emerald and Old Mine Diamond Bar Brooch

Antique Cabochon Emerald and Old Mine Diamond Bar Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Antique Cabochon Emerald and Old Mine Diamond Bar Brooch A long antique bar brooch featuring one center cabochon emerald with old mine cut diamonds.

Category

Early 1900s Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Platinum Bow Brooch with 4.45ct Old European Diamonds
1920s Platinum Bow Brooch with 4.45ct Old European Diamonds

1920s Platinum Bow Brooch with 4.45ct Old European Diamonds

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive 4.45 carat diamond and platinum bow brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impressive antique dia...

Category

1920s Unknown Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Natural Pearl and Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch
Victorian Natural Pearl and Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch

Victorian Natural Pearl and Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Details Maker: Not specified Period: Victorian, circa 1880s Metal: Silver-topped Gold Stones & Carat Weight: Natural Pearl; 58 Old Mine Cut Diamonds totaling approximately 6.75 carat...

Category

1880s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver

Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Pin Brooch Old Mine Diamond, 1920
Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Pin Brooch Old Mine Diamond, 1920

Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Pin Brooch Old Mine Diamond, 1920

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Pin Brooch with Old Mine Diamond, Boxed, circa 1920 Overview A finely crafted Egyptian Revival pin brooch from the 1920s, depicting a detailed Pharaoh’s hea...

Category

1920s Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond

Edwardian Platinum Tiffany & Co. Old European Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Edwardian Platinum Tiffany & Co. Old European Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Edwardian Platinum Tiffany & Co. Old European Diamond Ribbon Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Hicksville, NY

Edwardian Platinum Tiffany & Co. Old European Diamond Ribbon Brooch Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.6 grams Diamond Details: Old European Bril...

Category

Late 19th Century Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian old cut diamond sapphire iron silver peacock brooch
Victorian old cut diamond sapphire iron silver peacock brooch

Victorian old cut diamond sapphire iron silver peacock brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An extraordinary and highly detailed Victorian brooch depicting a majestic peacock, a symbol of beauty, pride, and immortality.

Category

19th Century Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Silver

Antique Art-Deco Diamond Old-cut Platinum Bow Brooch
Antique Art-Deco Diamond Old-cut Platinum Bow Brooch

Antique Art-Deco Diamond Old-cut Platinum Bow Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An exquisite brooch meticulously crafted in the form of a bow, adorned with 7.00 carats of old European cut white diamonds.

Category

1920s American Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch A horseshoe shaped brooch set with old mine cut diamonds Approximate Diamond Weight: 2.15 carats Approximate Height: .875 inches Metal ...

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

A Belle Époque Platinum And Old Cut Diamond Brooch
A Belle Époque Platinum And Old Cut Diamond Brooch

A Belle Époque Platinum And Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in Firenze, IT

Platinum brooch in the shape of an openwork rose cut diamond edged with foliage set with old-cut diamonds in a closed setting.

Category

1910s Italian Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Old European, Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamond Mixed Metal Swirl Brooch
Antique Old European, Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamond Mixed Metal Swirl Brooch

Antique Old European, Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamond Mixed Metal Swirl Brooch

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Showcasing a stunning array of Old Mine, Old European, and Rose cut diamonds set within 10 karat yellow gold, silver, and copper, each element is carefully selected and set to captur...

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal

Beautiful Belle Époque brooch with old-cut diamonds, approximately 2.50ct
Beautiful Belle Époque brooch with old-cut diamonds, approximately 2.50ct

Beautiful Belle Époque brooch with old-cut diamonds, approximately 2.50ct

Located in Chorzów, PL

Beautiful Belle Époque brooch with old-cut diamonds, approximately 2.50ct This beautiful old Art Nouveau brooch is set with "old" brilliant-cut diamonds.

Category

1910s Belle Époque Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 2.85 Carat Old European Diamond Brooch Pin
Art Deco 2.85 Carat Old European Diamond Brooch Pin

Art Deco 2.85 Carat Old European Diamond Brooch Pin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Add a timeless elegance to your collection with this exquisite Art Deco diamond brooch pin. Featuring a total carat weight of 2.85 carats, this piece showcases large, sparkling old E...

Category

1920s Unknown Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

French Antique 18K Gold Platinum Old-Cut Diamond Bar Brooch
French Antique 18K Gold Platinum Old-Cut Diamond Bar Brooch

French Antique 18K Gold Platinum Old-Cut Diamond Bar Brooch

Located in MONTMORENCY, FR

Elegant antique French bar brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold and platinum and set with a graduated line of old-cut diamonds.

Category

Early 1900s French Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1920s Platinum Art Deco Geometric Old European Diamond Brooch
1920s Platinum Art Deco Geometric Old European Diamond Brooch

1920s Platinum Art Deco Geometric Old European Diamond Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

An exceptional and authentic Art Deco brooch. Featuring the quintessential vintage European cuts.

Category

1920s Unknown Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver-Upon-Gold Flower Brooch, Circa 1880
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver-Upon-Gold Flower Brooch, Circa 1880

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver-Upon-Gold Flower Brooch, Circa 1880

Located in London, GB

An antique diamond flower brooch, with a central old-cut diamond, in a cut down setting, with the petals and sepals pavé set with old mine-cut diamonds, with cut down edges, mounted ...

Category

1880s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian Silver-Topped Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Antique Edwardian Silver-Topped Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Antique Edwardian Silver-Topped Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A border of smaller rose cut diamonds completes the design, creating the soft, romantic brilliance associated with antique hand-cut stones. The brooch contains approximately 1.70 car...

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique French 18K Gold Old-Cut Diamond Bar Brooch, 19th Century
Antique French 18K Gold Old-Cut Diamond Bar Brooch, 19th Century

Antique French 18K Gold Old-Cut Diamond Bar Brooch, 19th Century

Located in MONTMORENCY, FR

Elegant French antique bar brooch dating from the 19th century, crafted in 18-karat gold and set with a graduated line of old-cut diamonds.

Category

1850s French Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Platinum Orchid Brooch, 5.0 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Italy
Edwardian Platinum Orchid Brooch, 5.0 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Italy

Edwardian Platinum Orchid Brooch, 5.0 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Italy

Located in Napoli, IT

The flower is totally highlighted by loads of old mine cut Diamonds set throughout covering completely the whole brooch.

Category

Early 1900s Italian Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Silver 4.93ctw Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch
Antique Victorian Silver 4.93ctw Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch

Antique Victorian Silver 4.93ctw Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A Victorian, diamond, and silver brooch, comprising twenty-three old cut diamonds, graduating in size, set in silver, with a silver pin and fittings.

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch
Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch

Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch

Located in Baltimore, MD

Platinum Pearl & Old Mine Cut Natural Diamond Bar Pin Brooch Metal: 10.46 grams Pearls: 2.5 - 3.7mm Length: 80mm Width: 8.5mm Diamonds: Approx. .75 CTW H-I SI old mine cut natural d...

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

2.48 Carat Old European Diamond Art Deco Domed Platinum  Brooch
2.48 Carat Old European Diamond Art Deco Domed Platinum  Brooch

2.48 Carat Old European Diamond Art Deco Domed Platinum Brooch

Located in Stamford, CT

1920's Exquisite Old European Diamond Art Deco Domed Platinum Brooch.

Category

Early 20th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Gold Old-Cut Diamond En Tremblant Floral Brooch, Circa 1880
Victorian Gold Old-Cut Diamond En Tremblant Floral Brooch, Circa 1880

Victorian Gold Old-Cut Diamond En Tremblant Floral Brooch, Circa 1880

Located in Roma, RM

An exquisite late 19th century en tremblant floral brooch, crafted in gold and richly set with sparkling old-cut diamonds.

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Art Deco Platinum & Old European Cut Diamond Brooch - Circa 1920's
Art Deco Platinum & Old European Cut Diamond Brooch - Circa 1920's

Art Deco Platinum & Old European Cut Diamond Brooch - Circa 1920's

Located in Tampa, FL

Magnificent Art Deco platinum brooch featuring old European-cut diamonds in an intricate openwork geometric design.

Category

1920s Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Carré & Old European Cut Natural Diamond Filigree Pin Brooch
Art Deco Platinum Carré & Old European Cut Natural Diamond Filigree Pin Brooch

Art Deco Platinum Carré & Old European Cut Natural Diamond Filigree Pin Brooch

Located in Baltimore, MD

Art Deco Platinum Carré & Old European Cut Natural Diamond Filigree Pin Brooch Metal: Platinum Weight: 7.28 grams Diamonds: 1 carré cut natural diamond approx. 0.50 F VS and approx. ...

Category

Early 20th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Edwardian 1910s 2.80 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch
Antique Edwardian 1910s 2.80 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch

Antique Edwardian 1910s 2.80 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.80 carats. Circa 1910s 1 x 2 3/8 inches

Category

1910s Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 0.92ct Old European Diamond Bar Brooch, 18k Gold, Circa 1910
Antique 0.92ct Old European Diamond Bar Brooch, 18k Gold, Circa 1910

Antique 0.92ct Old European Diamond Bar Brooch, 18k Gold, Circa 1910

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Condition This impressive brooch is fine quality and set with very high color graded old cut diamonds.

Category

1910s Unknown Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Gold Wishbone & Four Leaf Clover Brooch, Old European Cut Diamond
Antique Gold Wishbone & Four Leaf Clover Brooch, Old European Cut Diamond

Antique Gold Wishbone & Four Leaf Clover Brooch, Old European Cut Diamond

Located in Upland, CA

About This Pin: This stunning antique wishbone and clover brooch features an old European diamond set in the center, surrounded by a beautiful patina that transitions from a greenish...

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Early 20th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian 3.10 Ct Old Mine Diamond Symbolic Crescent Moon Brooch
Victorian 3.10 Ct Old Mine Diamond Symbolic Crescent Moon Brooch

Victorian 3.10 Ct Old Mine Diamond Symbolic Crescent Moon Brooch

Located in Napoli, IT

Moon also symbolizes change, for cycles through phases, so does life This very pretty Crescent Moon brooch is Victorian period, beautifully adorned by a rich selection of Old Mine cu...

Category

1870s European Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold

Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold

Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Wishbone Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Gold This gorgeous Edwardian circa 1890-1910s Brooch Pin is crafted in Platinum for the top, and 14K Yellow gold for the p...

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Early 20th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Platinum & 18K Gold Brooch with 9.75ct Old-Mine Diamonds
Edwardian Platinum & 18K Gold Brooch with 9.75ct Old-Mine Diamonds

Edwardian Platinum & 18K Gold Brooch with 9.75ct Old-Mine Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Circa 1900-1905. Old-mine diamonds total approx. 9.75ct, rose-cut diamonds. With original box. Diamond: 9.75ct Measurement: 5.1x3.8cm Weight: 14.0grams

Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Multi Tone Gold and Old Mine Diamond Floral Brooch Pin
Multi Tone Gold and Old Mine Diamond Floral Brooch Pin

Multi Tone Gold and Old Mine Diamond Floral Brooch Pin

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.3 grams Diamond Details: Natural diamond, old mine brilliant, Pin Measurements: Length: 1.75 inches ...

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Brooch
Antique 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Brooch

Antique 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This elegant antique brooch showcases the refined craftsmanship of the early 20th century, featuring a striking old European cut diamond at its center.

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Cobalt Enamel Old Mine Cut Diamond Tourmaline Brooch
Antique Victorian Cobalt Enamel Old Mine Cut Diamond Tourmaline Brooch

Antique Victorian Cobalt Enamel Old Mine Cut Diamond Tourmaline Brooch

Located in Winter Springs, FL

An original Victorian brooch finely handcrafted in 18K yellow gold and richly finished in cobalt blue and white enamel.

Category

Mid-19th Century Late Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver and Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch
Antique Silver and Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch

Antique Silver and Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

This silver and gold bow brooch showcases old cut diamonds in a classic 19th-century design, typical of the late Victorian period.

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Brooch Pin
Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Brooch Pin

Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond and Pearl Floral Brooch Pin

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1910 Item Details: Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.3 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #:5222730420 Weight: 1.03ct Cut: Old European b...

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1910s Unknown Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Massive 17 Ct Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch Headpiece Gold, 1890
Massive 17 Ct Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch Headpiece Gold, 1890

Massive 17 Ct Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch Headpiece Gold, 1890

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

17 Carats Old-Cut Diamond Floral Brooch in Original Box, circa 1890 An exceptional antique diamond brooch of remarkable scale and beauty, masterfully crafted in the late 19th century.

Category

Late 19th Century Early Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique French Platinum & Gold 2.20ctw Old Diamond Mosaic Pin Brooch
Antique French Platinum & Gold 2.20ctw Old Diamond Mosaic Pin Brooch

Antique French Platinum & Gold 2.20ctw Old Diamond Mosaic Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & Old Rose Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 2.20ctw (approx.) Material: Solid .900 Pla...

Category

19th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1.56 Old European Diamond Art Deco Platinum Filigree Bar Brooch
1.56 Old European Diamond Art Deco Platinum Filigree Bar Brooch

1.56 Old European Diamond Art Deco Platinum Filigree Bar Brooch

Located in Stamford, CT

1925 Art Deco Platinum filigree bar brooch. Set with an old European cut center diamond and old European cut accent diamonds. 1 center cut diamond old European cut diamond .70cts.

Category

1920s Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch

Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch

Located in Venice, CA

The brooch contains 56 natural antique Old Mine Cut diamonds.

Category

Early 1900s French Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Brooch – Silver Topped 18K Gold – Old European & Rose Diamonds
Victorian Diamond Brooch – Silver Topped 18K Gold – Old European & Rose Diamonds

Victorian Diamond Brooch – Silver Topped 18K Gold – Old European & Rose Diamonds

Located in Victoria, BC

Diamond Composition: Center Stone: Approx. 0.41 carat Old European Cut diamond Measurements: approx. 4.50mm x 3.20mm Clarity: SI-1 Colour: I–J Cut Characteristics: Fair polish,...

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1890s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

French Victorian old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold crescent brooch
French Victorian old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold crescent brooch

French Victorian old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold crescent brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

There is something quietly poetic about the crescent moon as a jewelry motif, and this French Victorian brooch, circa 1890, renders it beautifully in warm 18k yellow gold.

Category

1890s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Pearl Brooch, 1900s
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Pearl Brooch, 1900s

Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Pearl Brooch, 1900s

Located in Miami, FL

14k Yellow Gold Weight 1.25g Antique Old Mine Diamond Approx. 0.10ct Pearl Pin Length 2.48in Ideal for Ties, Hats, Scarves.

Category

Early 1900s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Antique Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sugarloaf Sapphire Flower Brooch
Antique Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sugarloaf Sapphire Flower Brooch

Antique Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sugarloaf Sapphire Flower Brooch

Located in Winter Springs, FL

At the heart of the piece sits a striking, high-domed sugarloaf cabochon sapphire of approximately 1.00 carat, adding deep royal blue contrast. The rest of the brooch is bead-set wit...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

“Antique 14k Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch, Russian, Circa 1870”
“Antique 14k Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch, Russian, Circa 1870”

“Antique 14k Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch, Russian, Circa 1870”

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique Russian old mine cut diamond brooch with an estimate diamond weight of 2.5 carats H color white excellent spark 4 cm length 14k gold finest hall marked 56 imperial Russian go...

Category

1880s Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Edwardian 1910s 3.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Brooch
Antique Edwardian 1910s 3.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Brooch

Antique Edwardian 1910s 3.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.00 carats. Circa 1910s 7/8 x 1 7/8 inches

Category

1910s Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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Antique 9ct Yellow Gold 'Australia' Brooch Studded with Tourmalines
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold 'Australia' Brooch Studded with Tourmalines

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold 'Australia' Brooch Studded with Tourmalines

Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW

Yes, the green & yellow colours depicting Australia is what this lovely old Brooch is fashioned in. Created in 9ct Yellow Gold it is in fact the AUSTRALIAN SOUTHERN CROSS pin.

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1910s Australian Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old XIXth BROOCH, Enamels, Silver, Vermeil, Antik BROOCH, Burgundy France
Old XIXth BROOCH, Enamels, Silver, Vermeil, Antik BROOCH, Burgundy France

Old XIXth BROOCH, Enamels, Silver, Vermeil, Antik BROOCH, Burgundy France

Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR

OLD BROOCH early 19th century, antique brooch, in Georgian French enamel and vermeil silver.

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Early 19th Century French Georgian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Race Horse Brooch with Jockey 1.35 Carat Diamonds
Antique Victorian Diamond Race Horse Brooch with Jockey 1.35 Carat Diamonds

Antique Victorian Diamond Race Horse Brooch with Jockey 1.35 Carat Diamonds

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

There is a little bit of wear on the bottom of the jockey, where the red paint has worn, other wise in excellent condition. This is an old brooch not a copy or in the style of, genu...

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Early 1900s British Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Old European Cut Diamond Gold Star Pendant/Brooch
Old European Cut Diamond Gold Star Pendant/Brooch

Old European Cut Diamond Gold Star Pendant/Brooch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

14K yellow gold Victorian pendant/brooch circa late 1800's. The center old European cut diamond weighs 0.77cts and is SI clarity and H color.

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19th Century Unknown Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Platinum Natural Old Cut Diamond Art Deco Brooch
Platinum Natural Old Cut Diamond Art Deco Brooch

Platinum Natural Old Cut Diamond Art Deco Brooch

Located in Oxted, Surrey

Naturally Mined Old Cut Diamond Art Deco Brooch set in Platinum.

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1920s Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

2.00 Carat Old European Filigree Art Deco brooch
2.00 Carat Old European Filigree Art Deco brooch

2.00 Carat Old European Filigree Art Deco brooch

Located in New York, NY

Intricate filigree brooch featuring 2.00 carats of Old European diamonds.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

A Victorian 10.16 Old Mine & Old European Art Deco Silver & Gold Double Brooch
A Victorian 10.16 Old Mine & Old European Art Deco Silver & Gold Double Brooch

A Victorian 10.16 Old Mine & Old European Art Deco Silver & Gold Double Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A classic Victorian double brooch featuring 10.16 Carats of Old Mine and Old European white diamonds that swim across the piece.

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Late 18th Century American Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver

Gorgeous Gold 0.75 Carat Old Miner's Cut Diamond Brooch
Gorgeous Gold 0.75 Carat Old Miner's Cut Diamond Brooch

Gorgeous Gold 0.75 Carat Old Miner's Cut Diamond Brooch

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Gorgeous Gold Brooch Features Three Bezel-Set Old Miner's Cut Diamonds Total Diamond Weight = 0.75 ct Total Length of Brooch = 48 mm Total Mass = 2.9 grams Gorgeous, Elegant Brooch!

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Early 20th Century North American Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

A 4.80 Platinum Carat Filigree Old European & Old Miner Art Deco Sapphire Brooch
A 4.80 Platinum Carat Filigree Old European & Old Miner Art Deco Sapphire Brooch

A 4.80 Platinum Carat Filigree Old European & Old Miner Art Deco Sapphire Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Art Deco pin featuring a 1.90 Carat old-euro centerpiece radiating with triangular sapphires and old-miner diamonds. An excellent embodiment of the era and the sense of l...

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1920s American Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Antique Old Cut Diamond Pendant Brooch Circa 1880
Victorian Antique Old Cut Diamond Pendant Brooch Circa 1880

Victorian Antique Old Cut Diamond Pendant Brooch Circa 1880

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Victorian antique 7carats diamond brooch from circa the 1880s. The central old mine cut diamond, weighing 1.56 carats (D/E, VS/SI), is surrounded by nine old mine cut d...

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1890s British Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Georgian Old Cut Diamond Set Spray Brooch
Georgian Old Cut Diamond Set Spray Brooch

Georgian Old Cut Diamond Set Spray Brooch

Unavailable

W 1.38 in L 1.19 in

Georgian Old Cut Diamond Set Spray Brooch

Located in Farnham, GB

The spray brooch consists of three central old cut diamonds, within an old cut diamond spray surround, mounted in silver on gold, measures 3.5 x 3cm.

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver

1900s Antique Old Cut Diamond gold Brooch
1900s Antique Old Cut Diamond gold Brooch

1900s Antique Old Cut Diamond gold Brooch

Unavailable

H 1.19 in W 1.46 in

1900s Antique Old Cut Diamond gold Brooch

Located in Bellevue, WA

This brooch is over 100 years old and does show some overall wear but is still in good condition.

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Early 20th Century Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 2.90 Carat Old Mine Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pendant
Victorian 2.90 Carat Old Mine Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pendant

Victorian 2.90 Carat Old Mine Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch Pendant

Located in Napoli, IT

Epitome of Elegance Antique Victorian period, elegant circle designed brooch or pendant can be worn both ways 1880 ca – hand crafted of the most exquisite workmanship of solid 18 Kt...

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1880s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

antique Victorian old cut diamond crescent brooch

antique Victorian old cut diamond crescent brooch

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Silver and 18ct yellow gold diamond crescent pin brooch featuring seventeen old cut diamonds.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sapphire Brooch Estate 2.5ct Statement
Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sapphire Brooch Estate 2.5ct Statement

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sapphire Brooch Estate 2.5ct Statement

By Estate Jewelry

Located in Brambleton, US

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sapphire Brooch Estate 2.5ct Statement Jewelry This is a terrific ART DECO antique brooch crafted in luxurious and expensive platinum (tested...

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique French Silver Gold Brooch Enamel Plaque Garnet
Antique French Silver Gold Brooch Enamel Plaque Garnet

Antique French Silver Gold Brooch Enamel Plaque Garnet

Located in San Marcos, CA

In total, a superb piece, nice and large. I'm not a brooch person, but I do love the look of these old brooches clamped over a strand of Mikimoto pearls, or in this case a Victorian ...

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Early 19th Century French Georgian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

A 4.80 Carat Victorian Old European/Rose Cut Platinum Drop Brooch
A 4.80 Carat Victorian Old European/Rose Cut Platinum Drop Brooch

A 4.80 Carat Victorian Old European/Rose Cut Platinum Drop Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A classic Victorian drop-brooch featuring centerpieces of Old European diamonds enveloped by concaving and curving rose-cuts patterns, especially floral patterns that burst all acros...

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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate Fine 2.1ct
Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate Fine 2.1ct

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate Fine 2.1ct

By Estate Jewelry

Located in Brambleton, US

Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond French Sapphire Brooch Estate 2.1ct This is a terrific ART DECO antique brooch crafted in luxurious and expensive platinum (tested and guaran...

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1920s Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Signed Marcus & Co. Natural Pearl & Old European Platinum Crown Brooch
Signed Marcus & Co. Natural Pearl & Old European Platinum Crown Brooch

Signed Marcus & Co. Natural Pearl & Old European Platinum Crown Brooch

By Marcus & Co.

Located in New York, NY

An early piece from the reign of the iconic luxury jewelry designer, William Marcus, and his company Marcus & Co. The piece features five natural pearls and 5.00 Carats of Old Europe...

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Late 19th Century American Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Brooch, Platinum, 4CT Old European cut Diamond, 1913-1929
Art Deco Diamond Brooch, Platinum, 4CT Old European cut Diamond, 1913-1929

Art Deco Diamond Brooch, Platinum, 4CT Old European cut Diamond, 1913-1929

Located in Ramat Gan, IL

Antique Art Deco Diamond Brooch, Platinum Brooch, 3.1CT Old European Diamond Vintage Brooch, Estate Jewelry, Antique Jewelry, 1913-1929 this amazing antique brooch has a bearded man...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Sloan & Co Diamond Ruby Old Mine Diamond 14K Gold Horseshoe Brooch
Edwardian Sloan & Co Diamond Ruby Old Mine Diamond 14K Gold Horseshoe Brooch

Edwardian Sloan & Co Diamond Ruby Old Mine Diamond 14K Gold Horseshoe Brooch

By Estate Jewelry

Located in Brambleton, US

Edwardian Sloan & Co Diamond Ruby Old Mine Diamond 14K Gold Horseshoe Riding Crop Brooch Hunting Equestrian This beautiful antique 14K yellow gold horseshoe and riding crop pin wi...

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1920s Unknown Edwardian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Late 19th Century Old Cut Diamonds and Natural Conch Pearl Brooch Pink
Late 19th Century Old Cut Diamonds and Natural Conch Pearl Brooch Pink

Late 19th Century Old Cut Diamonds and Natural Conch Pearl Brooch Pink

Located in Barcelona, ES

Antique natural conch pearl and old cut diamond brooch. Conch pearls measure 12.4x8.3 and 14.3x9.0 mm.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Old Cut Diamond and Carre Cut Ruby Brooch

Old Cut Diamond and Carre Cut Ruby Brooch

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Art Deco old cut diamond and carre cut ruby brooch set in platinum and 18ct yellow gold.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Original Art Nouveau, Platinum Thirty Six Old Cut Diamond Pendant or Brooch
Original Art Nouveau, Platinum Thirty Six Old Cut Diamond Pendant or Brooch

Original Art Nouveau, Platinum Thirty Six Old Cut Diamond Pendant or Brooch

Located in Melbourne, AU

Diamond Characteristics One old cut Diamond measuring: 4.65 x 4.60mm Estimated Diamond colour: H/I Estimated Diamond clarity: P1 Estimated Diamond weight: 0.45ct Four old ...

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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 1.50ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Star Brooch and Pendant, circa 1880
Victorian 1.50ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Star Brooch and Pendant, circa 1880

Victorian 1.50ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Star Brooch and Pendant, circa 1880

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

A wonderful Victorian diamond star or otherwise known as a ‘sunburst’ brooch dating from the late 19th century comprising of approx 1.50ct of Old Mine cut diamonds.

Category

1880s Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver Gold Star Brooch

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver Gold Star Brooch

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Silver and yellow gold diamond pin brooch with old cut diamonds in a grain setting. Principle diamond colour has been classified as est.

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

A 14.40 Carat Art Deco Platinum Old-Miner & Old European Double Filigree Brooch
A 14.40 Carat Art Deco Platinum Old-Miner & Old European Double Filigree Brooch

A 14.40 Carat Art Deco Platinum Old-Miner & Old European Double Filigree Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A surreal piece drenched in 14.40 carats of Old European and Old Miner Diamonds restricted to not just one brooch, but two.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum plaque Brooch with old-cut and huit-huit cut diamonds
Art Deco Platinum plaque Brooch with old-cut and huit-huit cut diamonds

Art Deco Platinum plaque Brooch with old-cut and huit-huit cut diamonds

Located in Milano, IT

The diamonds are mounted in milligranate settings. The central round old-cut diamond is approximately 0.95 ct. Each of the round lateral old-cut diamonds is about 0.50 ct.

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1920s Italian Art Deco Old Antique Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Old Antique Brooches For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of old antique brooches available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of old antique brooches bearing Victorian or Edwardian hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Black, Starr & Frost produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for old european cut old antique brooches and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and antique cushion cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of old antique brooches, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Old Antique Brooches?

Prices for old antique brooches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $238 and can go as high as $306,250, while old antique brooches, on average, fetch $4,889.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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.  

Finding the Right Brooches for You

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.

Questions About Old Antique Brooches

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old your brooch is, flip it over and examine the back, searching for markings. You can use these markings to learn more about your brooch and get a rough idea of its age. Depending on where and when the maker produced the piece, you may find metal purity, assay marks, serial numbers, date codes or maker's markings. When present, maker's markings are a great starting point for your research. By comparing the marking to reference guides available on trusted online resources, you can typically use it to identify the maker. From there, you can educate yourself on when the maker was in business and review guides on how to date its pieces using makings and other characteristics. Serial numbers, date codes, assay marks and purity marks may also be researched to uncover information about your brooch. If you don't find any marks at all, your brooch is possibly an antique, as most European countries have required marks for centuries, and the U.S. began mandating various marks in 1918. If you run into any difficulty while performing your research, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can assist you with the dating process. Shop a large collection of brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Old brooches may be made of a variety of materials. Silver and gold are the most commonly used, but some may be fashioned out of brass, nickel and other metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and modern brooches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell how old a cameo brooch is for certain, you usually need to consult a licensed jewelry appraiser. This is because many authentic pieces do not have marks, and there are many modern reproductions that resemble the antique jewelry. Find a selection of expertly vetted antique cameo brooches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.