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Vintage 1990 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby and Yellow Gold Brooch
Vintage 1990 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby and Yellow Gold Brooch

Vintage 1990 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby and Yellow Gold Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

import date mark for 1990 (Q). This impressive Burmese ruby and gold brooch is supplied with an

Category

1990s Burmese Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Colombian emeralds, Burmese rubies antique brooch
Diamonds, Colombian emeralds, Burmese rubies antique brooch

Diamonds, Colombian emeralds, Burmese rubies antique brooch

Located in PARIS, FR

of Burmese rubies. Work from the end of the 19th century. This jewel, now mounted as a brooch, was

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Burmese Ruby & Diamond Heart Brooch Circa 1910
Antique Burmese Ruby & Diamond Heart Brooch Circa 1910

Antique Burmese Ruby & Diamond Heart Brooch Circa 1910

Located in London, GB

Summary: Antique Burmese Ruby & Diamond Heart Brooch Description: A Burmese ruby and old cut

Category

Early 20th Century British Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Shooting Star Brooch
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Shooting Star Brooch

Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Shooting Star Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a sensational Victorian brooch featuring a radiant combination of rubies and diamonds

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian Ballerina GIA Burma No-Heat Brooch
Antique Edwardian Ballerina GIA Burma No-Heat Brooch

Antique Edwardian Ballerina GIA Burma No-Heat Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exquisite Antique Edwardian ballerina brooch is a breathtaking work of art. It is masterfully

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Burmese No Heat Star Ruby and Diamond Brooch

Burmese No Heat Star Ruby and Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

An impressive brooch, set with with five burmese, no heat, star ruby cabochons and seventy round

Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Burmese Ruby and Multi Gemstone Flower Brooch Set
Antique Burmese Ruby and Multi Gemstone Flower Brooch Set

Antique Burmese Ruby and Multi Gemstone Flower Brooch Set

Located in London, GB

Here we have an exquisite pair of antique brooches crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold into

Category

Antique 1810s Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Art Deco No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Brooch

Art Deco No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

This exquisite Art Deco brooch features an AGL-certified natural no-heat ruby center stone

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Burma Ruby & Diamond Bouquet Brooch, Circa 1950
Tiffany & Co Burma Ruby & Diamond Bouquet Brooch, Circa 1950

Tiffany & Co Burma Ruby & Diamond Bouquet Brooch, Circa 1950

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

of Tiffany & Co., circa 1950s—an exquisite brooch that epitomizes the brand’s legacy of refinement

Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Burmese Spinel Brooch
Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Burmese Spinel Brooch

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Diamond Burmese Spinel Brooch

By MOISEIKIN

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Beauty. The brooch consisted of 3 lively blossoms are embedded with opposite set diamonds. Each blossom

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Art Deco Burmese No Enhancement Carved Ruby Diamond Brooch
Art Deco Burmese No Enhancement Carved Ruby Diamond Brooch

Art Deco Burmese No Enhancement Carved Ruby Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Impressive, Burmese ( Myanmar) carved ruby & diamond brooch. The brooch is designed as a pave-set

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oscar Heyman "Burmese No Heat"  Ruby and Diamond Brooch.
Oscar Heyman "Burmese No Heat"  Ruby and Diamond Brooch.

Oscar Heyman "Burmese No Heat" Ruby and Diamond Brooch.

By Oscar Heyman

Located in New York, NY

Oscar Heyman Ruby and diamond pansy design. brooch. Center isset with oval ruby weighing 3.17

Category

Late 20th Century American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Myanmar Jadeite Jade Crane Brooch, Symbol of Longevity
Natural Myanmar Jadeite Jade Crane Brooch, Symbol of Longevity

Natural Myanmar Jadeite Jade Crane Brooch, Symbol of Longevity

Located in Kowloon, HK

natural jadeite crane brooch. ◆ GEMSTONE: Type A Natural Jadeite ◆ ORIGIN: Myanmar. 100% handmade carving

Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Brooches

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Antique Horse Shoe Diamond Burma Ruby Platinum Brooch
Antique Horse Shoe Diamond Burma Ruby Platinum Brooch

Antique Horse Shoe Diamond Burma Ruby Platinum Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Material: Platinum Year of Manufacture: Circa 1900s Condition: Excellent Gemstone: Diamond, Ruby Ruby Weight: 3CT Diamond Weight: 1.5CT Total Weight: 27.3 grams Length: 1.6 inches Pl...

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Mauboussin 50ct Diamond 14ct Burma Ruby Flower Brooch, 18k Gold
Mauboussin 50ct Diamond 14ct Burma Ruby Flower Brooch, 18k Gold

Mauboussin 50ct Diamond 14ct Burma Ruby Flower Brooch, 18k Gold

By Mauboussin

Located in New York, NY

The Diamond Ruby Flower Brooch, signed by Mauboussin, is an exquisite piece of jewelry that

Category

Mid-20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby & Diamond Vintage Flower Brooch
18 Karat Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby & Diamond Vintage Flower Brooch

18 Karat Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby & Diamond Vintage Flower Brooch

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Code: COM2123 Description: 18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby & Diamond Vintage Flower Brooch Accompanied

Category

Antique 1830s British Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Ruby Diamond and Pearl Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Burma Ruby Diamond and Pearl Brooch in 14 Karat Gold

Burma Ruby Diamond and Pearl Brooch in 14 Karat Gold

Located in Miami, FL

A late Victorian brooch circa 1900, featuring a cushion cut shape Burmese ruby with a strong

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Myanmar Green Jadeite Butterfly Brooch and Pendant with Diamond
Natural Myanmar Green Jadeite Butterfly Brooch and Pendant with Diamond

Natural Myanmar Green Jadeite Butterfly Brooch and Pendant with Diamond

Located in Kowloon, HK

Indulge in something truly extraordinary with this exquisite butterfly pendant/brooch. Handcrafted

Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Crescent Brooch, circa 1885
Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Crescent Brooch, circa 1885

Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Crescent Brooch, circa 1885

Located in London, GB

Victorian Burmese ruby and diamond crescent brooch. Set with eleven cushion shape old cut natural

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Emilio Jewelry 10 Carat Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Brooch
Emilio Jewelry 10 Carat Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Brooch

Emilio Jewelry 10 Carat Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Brooch

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

Showcasing a very special certified Unheated Burmese Ruby center stone weighing just over 10.00

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby

Mauboussin No Heat Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Floral Burst Brooch
Mauboussin No Heat Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Floral Burst Brooch

Mauboussin No Heat Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Floral Burst Brooch

By Mauboussin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

set pear cut ruby weighing 2.80 carats - transparent red Natural Burmese in origin and displaying no

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Burmese Spinel Emerald Diamond 18K White Yellow Gold Flamingo Brooch, GIA Cert
Burmese Spinel Emerald Diamond 18K White Yellow Gold Flamingo Brooch, GIA Cert

Burmese Spinel Emerald Diamond 18K White Yellow Gold Flamingo Brooch, GIA Cert

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A striking contemporary flamingo brooch embodying modern elegance. The design features two vibrant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mauboussin 1950 Burma Ruby Multi-Gem Platinum Vintage Tutti-Frutti Basket Brooch
Mauboussin 1950 Burma Ruby Multi-Gem Platinum Vintage Tutti-Frutti Basket Brooch

Mauboussin 1950 Burma Ruby Multi-Gem Platinum Vintage Tutti-Frutti Basket Brooch

By Mauboussin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

shaped ruby weighing 4.00 carats total - red in color Natural Burmese (Myanmar) in origin and displaying

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Austrian Burma Ruby, Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Brooch, Circa 1890
Antique Austrian Burma Ruby, Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Brooch, Circa 1890

Antique Austrian Burma Ruby, Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Brooch, Circa 1890

Located in London, GB

An antique, Austrian, Burma ruby and diamond chequerboard brooch, with French-cut rubies, in claw

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Antique 3.00 Carat Burma Ruby and 1.02 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Antique 3.00 Carat Burma Ruby and 1.02 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch

Antique 3.00 Carat Burma Ruby and 1.02 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.00 carat Burmese ruby and 1.02 carat diamond, 15 karat

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Diamond Brooch
GIA Certified 3.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Diamond Brooch

GIA Certified 3.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Diamond Brooch

By Rewa Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

This unique masterpiece made in ruby and diamond brooch featured by Rewa jewels, in 18 karat white

Category

2010s Thai Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fly Brooch c.1900 – Old Mine & Rose Cut Diamonds, Burmese Rubies, Turquoise
Fly Brooch c.1900 – Old Mine & Rose Cut Diamonds, Burmese Rubies, Turquoise

Fly Brooch c.1900 – Old Mine & Rose Cut Diamonds, Burmese Rubies, Turquoise

Located in Santa Monica, CA

This antique fly brooch finely demonstrates the fashion of the Victorian and Art Nouveau eras which

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18K Yellow Gold French Flower Brooch with Diamonds Burma Rubies and Emeralds
18K Yellow Gold French Flower Brooch with Diamonds Burma Rubies and Emeralds

18K Yellow Gold French Flower Brooch with Diamonds Burma Rubies and Emeralds

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A beautifully crafted flower brooch with intricate openwork and embellished with rare Burma rubies

Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Alex Jona Burmese Moonstone White Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Starfish Brooch
Alex Jona Burmese Moonstone White Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Starfish Brooch

Alex Jona Burmese Moonstone White Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Starfish Brooch

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona one-of-a-kind, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold starfish brooch, showcasing

Category

2010s Italian Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

6.5 Carat Diamond and 3.7 Carat Burmese Ruby Platinum Ribbon Design Brooch
6.5 Carat Diamond and 3.7 Carat Burmese Ruby Platinum Ribbon Design Brooch

6.5 Carat Diamond and 3.7 Carat Burmese Ruby Platinum Ribbon Design Brooch

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Mid Century Open Ribbon design brooch featuring 2 Burmese rubies, one oval and one cushion shaped

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certifed Pigeon Blood 6.13 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Brooch
GIA Certifed Pigeon Blood 6.13 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Brooch

GIA Certifed Pigeon Blood 6.13 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Brooch

By Rewa Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

extraordinary brooch has 6 pieces of untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximately 6.13 karat total. 4 stones

Category

2010s Thai Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Palladium Gold GIA 7.60ct Burma Ruby Diamond Enamel Floral Pin Brooch
Vintage Palladium Gold GIA 7.60ct Burma Ruby Diamond Enamel Floral Pin Brooch

Vintage Palladium Gold GIA 7.60ct Burma Ruby Diamond Enamel Floral Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Variety: Two (2) Natural Rubies Geographic Origin: Burma (Myanmar) Treatment: No Indications of Heating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Palladium, Enamel

Oscar Heyman 1940 Diamond Burma Ruby Platinum 18K Gold Vintage Brooch Clips GIA
Oscar Heyman 1940 Diamond Burma Ruby Platinum 18K Gold Vintage Brooch Clips GIA

Oscar Heyman 1940 Diamond Burma Ruby Platinum 18K Gold Vintage Brooch Clips GIA

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a set of matching spray motif brooch clips set with rubes and diamonds throughout

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

1.53 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Brooch in 18k Gold
1.53 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Brooch in 18k Gold

1.53 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Brooch in 18k Gold

By Rewa Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

A brand new ruby and diamond brooch designed by Rewa jewels made in 18 karat white gold. - At the

Category

2010s Thai Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

20.91 Carat Burma No Heat Drop Shape Ruby and Diamond Brooch and Pendant
20.91 Carat Burma No Heat Drop Shape Ruby and Diamond Brooch and Pendant

20.91 Carat Burma No Heat Drop Shape Ruby and Diamond Brooch and Pendant

Located in New York, NY

country-of-origin for the ruby as Burma (Myanmar) with no indications of heating. This ruby originated

Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Retro 14k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Vintage Retro 14k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch

Vintage Retro 14k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Species: Natural Corundum Variety: Three (3) Natural Rubies Geographic Origin: Burma (Myanmar) Treatment

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

David Webb Burma Ruby Colombian Emerald Pendant Necklace
David Webb Burma Ruby Colombian Emerald Pendant Necklace

David Webb Burma Ruby Colombian Emerald Pendant Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

. This Signed David Webb Burmese Ruby Colombian Emerald Convertible Brooch Pendant, made in the 21st

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Imperial Jadeite Jade Lily Flower and Diamond Brooch, Certified Untreated
Imperial Jadeite Jade Lily Flower and Diamond Brooch, Certified Untreated

Imperial Jadeite Jade Lily Flower and Diamond Brooch, Certified Untreated

By Luxe Pieces

Located in San Francisco, CA

This all natural, untreated Imperial green jadeite jade carved into three lilies flowers with one flying bumblebee. It is set in an 18K white gold diamond setting with round brillian...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

No Heat 1.31ct Burma Blue Sapphire Unheated & Diamond Pendant & Cert
No Heat 1.31ct Burma Blue Sapphire Unheated & Diamond Pendant & Cert

No Heat 1.31ct Burma Blue Sapphire Unheated & Diamond Pendant & Cert

Located in bangkok, TH

Unheated Blue Sapphire from Mogok in Burma weighing an impressive 1.31ct. The beautifully made pendant

Category

1990s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Diamond and AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Pin
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Pin

18k Yellow Gold Diamond and AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Pin

Located in Plantation, FL

ruby, accompanied by an AGL gemstone report identifying the stone as Burmese (Myanmar) origin with

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Monkeys Diamond Natural Pearl Ruby Sapphire Brooch Silver Gold French
Antique Monkeys Diamond Natural Pearl Ruby Sapphire Brooch Silver Gold French

Antique Monkeys Diamond Natural Pearl Ruby Sapphire Brooch Silver Gold French

Located in Lisbon, PT

Antique Circus Monkeys Diamond, Natural Pearl, Burmese Ruby and Sapphire Brooch in Silver and Gold

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co Certified Jade, Burma Rubies & Diamond Brooch Pendant. 1950's
Tiffany & Co Certified Jade, Burma Rubies & Diamond Brooch Pendant. 1950's

Tiffany & Co Certified Jade, Burma Rubies & Diamond Brooch Pendant. 1950's

Located in Hong Kong, HK

been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. This brooch / pendant is

Category

Vintage 1950s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lacloche Frères Important Art Deco Burma Ruby Diamond Earrings and Clip Brooches
Lacloche Frères Important Art Deco Burma Ruby Diamond Earrings and Clip Brooches

Lacloche Frères Important Art Deco Burma Ruby Diamond Earrings and Clip Brooches

By Lacloche Freres

Located in Dallas, TX

Burma no-heat rubies, all set in platinum and 18 karat white gold. These clip brooches are also equipped

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

AIG Certified 47.00  Ct Burmese Ruby  8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant
AIG Certified 47.00  Ct Burmese Ruby  8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant

AIG Certified 47.00 Ct Burmese Ruby 8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

elegance to any outfit . Magnificent brooch/pendant come in 18k gold with a Natural Burmese Ruby, in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

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Burma Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact burma brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect burma brooch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 3.5 Carat and 4 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic burma brooch over the years, but those made by Cartier, Emilio! and Ghiso are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A burma brooch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 42 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and pear cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a burma brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Burma Brooch?

Prices for a burma brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,645 and can go as high as $382,223, while this accessory, on average, fetches $20,000.

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 ringsvintage 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 GucciVersaceDior 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.