Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Daffodil Flower Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Brooch features natural minty prasiolite in octagon cut, golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, which was mentio...
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Gold Modern Style Transformer Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch encrusted with an amethyst cabochon and five round diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Amethyst Moon and Star Watch Pin in 15K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
A Victorian watch pin in 15K yellow gold featuring a 40carat amethyst in the center. The moon and star is represented in split pearls. Stone is set in a crown mounting and the clas...
Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Flower Topaz Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch features natural topaz, golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, which was mentioned in a published issue o...
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Elephant Citrine Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch, named after Mesopotamia, features natural citrine, golden elephant and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, which was mentioned i...
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Floral Stickpin with Amethyst Center and Marquise Leaves
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your accessory collection with this exquisite antique flower-shaped stickpin, featuring a stunning rose crafted from 14k yellow gold. Weighing just 1.8 grams, this delicate p...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14KT Yellow Gold Bezel Set 26CT Oval Cut Purple Amethyst Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14KT Yellow Gold Bezel Set 26CT Oval Cut Purple Amethyst Pin. This stunning pin features a large 26 carat oval cut purple amethyst, beautifully bezel set in luxurious 14KT ye...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
Multi Gemstone Inlaid Butterfly Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ideal for elevating any ensemble, this brooch is a testament to fine jewelry artistry.
Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Tourmaline Aquamarine Citrine Amethyst Garnet Bundle Pin 18kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
5ct. Gem Bundle Design Pin Green Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Citrine, Amethyst & Garnet. Pin measures: 59 x 34mm 18kt. yellow gold 11 Grams.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Elephant Prasiolite Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch, named after Mesopotamia, features natural minty prasiolite in octagon cut, golden elephant and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collectio...
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Key to My Heart Rare Acrostic Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Love for Ever Magnificent little treasure as survivor of a past pledge of love will please the next keeper with its un discussed beauty and hidden secret tales of love Georgian perio...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Modern Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom brooch is made with 18 karat rose gold, encrusted with 5 round diamonds and a removable cabochon amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Pearl Snake Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique amethyst, pearl, and yellow gold stick pin, comprising one round, faceted amethyst, and one half seed pearl, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with a 18 karat yellow gold pin. ...
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Regard Locket Brooch 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby, Diamond - each stone is encased in a closed back setting The oblong shaped brooch features beautiful carved detail to its gold front, and open...
Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Flower Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural minty prasiolite in octagon cut, sculptural golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belo...
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Elephant Prasiolite Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch, named after Mesopotamia, is made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural minty prasiolite in octagon cut, golden sculptural elephant detail on a side and large...
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Sapphire Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Brooch features natural dark blue sapphire, golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, which was in a published issu...
Amethyst, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,898
H 0.14 in W 1.1 in L 1.96 in
Antique 1920s 1.28 Carat Multi-Gemstone and Pearls Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive flower spray gemstone brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold. The four flower heads are each ornamented with a claw / prong set round cut blue zircon, a citrine, ...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Pearl, Zircon, Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold, Yello...
$6,800
H 0.5 in W 1 in D 0.5 in Dm 1.75 in L 1.75 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold, Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot Pin The The Style Of Rosenthal.
Located in Buchanan, MI
18 karat yellow gold turtle form brooch contains one oval prong set amethyst at center which is approximately 2.42 carats.
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold
White Gold Plum Blossom Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold Plum Blossom pendant necklace with a removable amethyst drop, encrusted with 3 round diamonds, is a contemporary jewellery piece that has been featured in Vogue U...
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
LaCloche Art Deco Multi Gem Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch
By LaCloche
Located in New York, NY
Of hexagonal outline, the openwork geometric plaque designed as a circular and baguette-cut diamond vase, set with a shield-shaped yellow diamond flanked by two triangular-shaped buf...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
$1,295
W 2 in Dm 2.5 in L 2.5 in
Scottish Agate Victorian Sterling Silver Garter Vintage Brooch Pin c1890
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Superb quality large Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate Garter Brooch. The agates have a highly polished mirror finish and all are separated with finely engra...
Agate, Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Emerald Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch is made with natural neon emerald, golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, which was featured in a publish...
Amethyst, Emerald, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Y...
Antique Victorian Era 14KT Yellow Gold Pearls And Amethyst Portrait Pin Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Expertly crafted from 14KT yellow gold, this antique Victorian era pin pendant is a stunning piece of jewelry that will add a touch of elegance to any outfit. It features a beautiful...
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Wise Owl Diamond Ruby Lapis MOP Cabochon Amethyst Pin Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A whimsical “wise owl” brooch beautifully done in 18K yellow and white gold set with lapis, mother of pearl, .30cttw in G-I color Vs diamonds throughout as well as rubies for the eye...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.6 in W 1.7 in
Vintage Handmade Solid Yellow Gold Natural Colored Gemstones Wire Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (6) Natural Genuine Multi Colors Gemstones- Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Purple, Pink, Red Blue, Green & Orange- 8x6.1mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold -...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Vogue JLRY Gold Tone Fishing Rod Brooch with Jeweled Fish
Located in New York, NY
A rare and collectible 1940s signed Vogue JLRY fishing rod brooch. Crafted in gold-tone plated metal weighting 10.27gm.
Amethyst, Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold Plate
$5,176 / item
W 0.87 in L 2.37 in
Multicolour Rainbow Diamond Contemporary Pendant Necklace Brooch Yellow Gold
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Details: Crafted in 14K Yellow Gold with premium alloys Diamonds: VVS/VS clarity, G/H color Total Diamonds: 64 pcs, 0.67 cts Gemstones: 14 pcs natural multicolored gemstones (Citrine...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Tour...
$1,598Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.76 in W 0.69 in L 6 in
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Seed Pearls & Amethyst Enamel Work Hat Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst- Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Purple Color - 11x8.3mm (approx.) (16) Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls - Round Shape - White Color - 1.2mm to 2.2mm (...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$826Sale Price|30% Off
W 1.06 in L 1.13 in
14K Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Pin with Semi Baroque Pearls and Amethysts
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone Embellishments: Amethysts: Featuring round amethyst gemstones approximately 3.8 mm each, the pin showcases the rich, vibrant hues of amethyst, known for symbolizing peace, p...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Elephant Smoky Quartz Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Brooch is made of 18K rose gold with natural smoky quartz, golden sculptural elephant detail and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, whi...
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Flower Smoky Quartz Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch features natural smoky quartz, golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, which was featured in a published i...
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,695
H 0.19 in W 0.86 in L 1.71 in
Antique Multi-Gemstone Diamond and 18k White Gold Crown Brooch Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive rare antique 0.95 carat chrysoprase, 1.10 carat ruby, 2.40 carat sapphire, 0.80 carat amethyst, 0.30 carat opal and 0.03 carat diamond crown brooch in...
Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, W...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Flower Citrine Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch is made of 18K yellow gold with natural citrine, golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. It belongs to the collection, which was feature...
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Style 18K Rose Gold Transformer Plum Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat rose gold Plum Blossom brooch, which can be adorned with a removable amethyst, is encrusted with 3 round diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
400 Carat Natural Agate, Amethyst, Ruby and Emerald Big Flower Pin 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
400 Carat Natural Agate, Amethyst, Ruby and Emerald Big Flower Pin 14K Gold, Estate yellow Gold This spectacular Pin consisting of a 5 leaves of agate In the center , there is a ro...
Emerald, Agate, Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold
$950
W 0.56 in D 0.32 in L 2.52 in
Antique Signed Art Nouveau Amethyst & 14k Gold Stick Pin by Brassler Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Art Nouveau amethyst and 14k gold stickpin. By Brassler Co. With a faceted oval prong set amethyst centered of 14k gold shield shaped frame. Simply a great st...
Amethyst, 14k Gold
$24,700
W 1.78 in L 2.17 in
David Webb 9.50 Carat Ruby 9.00 Carat Amethysts 6.54 Carat Diamond 18K YG Pin
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designer: DAVID WEBB Title: David Webb 9.50 Carat Ruby 9.00 Carat Pear Shape Amethysts 6.54 Carat Round Brilliant H SI1 Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Go...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Floral Citrine Brooch
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary brooch features natural citrine, golden daffodil flower and large detachable prasiolite drop. The piece will be custom made of 18 karat yellow gold. It was designed...
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Gem Set, Pearl and Gold Pendant Brooch, circa 1937
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
., gem set, diamond and pearl floral circle pendant-brooch, with four clusters of three pearls, and four gem set flowers or clover leaves, each flower set with an old-cut diamond, su...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Multi-Gem Flower Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Rubies, Italy
Located in La Jolla, CA
Multi-Gem Flower Pin with Diamonds and Amethyst in 18k Yellow Gold Italian made Flower Brooch features Blue and Yellow Sapphires, Red Rubies, Green Emeralds, and Purple Amethyst se...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...
David Webb Platinum/18K White Gold Diamond and Large Amethyst Set of Clips/Pins
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Both brooches are numbered and stamped with David Webb.
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Custom-Made Eighteen Karat White Gold Transformer Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold Plum Blossom brooch with a removable amethyst drop, encrusted with 3 round diamonds, is a contemporary jewellery piece that has been featured in Vogue UA reviews.
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,600 / item
W 2.75 in L 2.75 in
Cellini 18 Karat Yellow Gold Starfish Brooch with Semi-Precious Stones
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold starfish brooch is beautifully set with round semi precious stones of peridot, amethyst, citrine and chrome tourmaline.
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chanel Amethyst Tweed Camellia 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A beautiful rendition of the Vintage Chanel Tweed Camellia Brooch. Crafted in luxurious amethyst, black and gold woven wool to create the tweed.
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Topaz, and Diamond Pansy Pin, Signed Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
Purple Amethyst, Pink Topaz, Purplish Magenta Tourmaline, and sparkling white diamonds come together in a beautiful display of color to form a unique rendition of Oscar Heyman Brothe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
Cellini 18 Karat Gold Moon Pendant/Brooch, Diamonds and Multicolored Gems
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
The brooch measures 2 1/4 " long and 7/8" wide. It has a double pin back for added support.
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,980Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.3 in L 1.38 in
Vintage Hand-Carved Multi-Gemstone Flower Basket Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This enchanting flower basket brooch captures the whimsy of a garden in full bloom through hand-carved gemstone flowers set in warm 14K yellow gold.
Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Dankner Gold and Gem set Whimsical Wheel Barrow Flower Cart Brooch
By Henry Dankner & Sons
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Henry Dankner & Sons New York Dankner 14k Yellow Gold Wheel Barrow Brooch, measuring 1 3/8 inches in length X 3/4 inch, very detailed and set with numerous Gemstones.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Sapphire and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural reddish sapphire (oval cut), cabochon amethyst and round diamond.
Amethyst, Beryl, Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Green Be...
$4,250 / item
W 0.87 in L 2.37 in
14 Karat Gold Multicolour Rainbow Diamond Contemporary Pendant Necklace Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
One strand is paved with Diamonds and the other uses calibre-cut baguette amethysts precisely set in the channel. This jewel is truly a showstopper, and creates that perfect contempo...
Amethyst, Diamond, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Tour...
$1,898
H 0.19 in W 1.25 in L 1.18 in
Vintage Multi-Gemstone and Yellow Gold 'Cart' Brooch by Alabaster and Wilson
By Alabaster and Wilson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This vintage cart brooch is fine quality set with citrine, amethyst, tourmaline and ruby.
Amethyst, Citrine, Ruby, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold, Rose Gold,...
$5,250
W 1.25 in L 2.75 in
Multi-Gemstone Sandblasted Finish Brooch with Polished Ridged Trim in 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds, Citrines, Amethysts, Natural Rubies, Natural Emeralds Diamond Count: 16 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.36 CTW Diamond Clarity: VS-1 t...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gol...
$1,685
W 1 in L 1.5 in
Vintage Las Vegas Showgirl Gemstone Pendant 10k Yellow Gold Brooch Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Particulars: Weight: 7.6 grams Stones: Amethyst, citrine, and blue topaz measure approx. 2mm.
Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,998
H 2.09 in W 2.05 in
14k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Baroque Pearl Artist Painters Pallet Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent, handmade, vintage brooch or pendant is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, ...
$3,150
W 0.15 in Dm 1.41 in
Baguette Cut Multi-Gemstone Rainbow Open Circle Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone Variety: Topaz, garnet, tourmaline, peridot, amethyst, iolite, citrine Gemstone Shape: Baguette cut Gemstone Colors: Green, blue, purple, pink, o...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Multi-gem...
Vintage 18 Carat Rose Gold Emerald Cut Multi-Gemstone Banner Style Drop Brooch
Located in London, GB
At the top sits a 16.6 × 12.9 mm rich purple amethyst, followed by a 14.4 × 12.3 mm warm golden citrine.
Multi-gemstone, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine 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.