Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Bow Brooch Pin
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Bow Brooch Pin Styled in the form of a textured ribbon bow mounted with approximately 0.88 (+/-) Carats of Diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Onyx, Rock Crystal and Diamond Bow Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning rock crystal and diamond bow brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, Silver
Citrine & Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Citrine & Diamond Bow Brooch A brooch featuring a large center emerald cut citrine with two rows of round cut diamonds Measurements: 2.25" long Gram Weight: 32.7 grams Metal T...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,000
Emerald & Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Emerald & Diamond Bow Brooch A bow brooch featuring a center round bezel set emerald, a large cabochoon emerald drop, set with square cut emeralds & diamonds. Measurements: 1.5" l...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,000
Diamond & Pearl Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Pearl Bow Brooch This captivating brooch is a masterpiece of elegance, featuring two lustrous pearls gracefully set in radiant white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Ruby Diamond Brooch Bow Ribbon 14K Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Vintage authentic Tiffany & Co diamond brooch, bow brooch, ruby brooch, ribbon brooch.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Diamond & Gold Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large Diamond & Gold Bow Brooch, Round cut diamonds set in 14k yellow gold Measurements: 3.5" long
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in London, GB
Crafted from 14ct white gold, this refined piece features a classic bow motif encrusted with bright white round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Old Cut Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A large diamond brooch in the popular and versatile design of a bow, depicting various line and floral shaped patterns.
Diamond, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Style Diamond & Red Enamel Ribbon Bow 14K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage style diamond and red enamel in yellow gold bow ribbon pin or brooch.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage Style Diamond & Blue Enamel Ribbon Bow 14K White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage style diamond and blue enamel in white gold bow ribbon pin or brooch.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Retro 14K Bicolor Gold Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This whimsical retro brooch by Tiffany and Co. in the swirling bow design is tied nicely together with two rows of baguette cut sapphires, diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany and Co. Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Love Knot Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Emblem of Elegance and Grace Indulge in the enduring beauty of this Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond Bow Love Knot Brooch, crafted in 14K yellow gold and set with three spark...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,760Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Bow Brooch in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Art Deco-style bow brooch adorned with dazzling rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch
Located in Tucson, AZ
Expertly crafted in 9.3 grams of 14k white gold set with an estimated 2 carats of diamonds and 1 carat of fine blue sapphire, this striking bow brooch gleams with vibrant blue sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Victorian Carved Emerald and Diamond Bow Brooch in 14K Gold and Silver
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A romantic jewel from the Victorian era, this exquisite brooch is crafted in 14K gold and silver, designed in a charming bow motif.
14k Gold, Silver
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Bow Crown 14K White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A truly beautiful white gold bow brooch set with diamonds and French cut sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro Tiffany & Co. 14k Gold Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Ruby - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Pinkish Red Color (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set Material: 14k Solid Rose, Yel...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$15,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Filigree Bow 1.43 Carat Oval-cut Diamond Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Elegant and timeless, this Vintage Filigree Bow Diamond Brooch is a stunning display of intricate craftsmanship and classic sophistication.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$679Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold Diamond Filigree Circle Wreath w/ Bow Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous antique brooch was crafted from solid 14k white gold during the art deco period and features a circular wreath with a bow design that is neatly set with fine quality di...
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.00Ct Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch / Pendant Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1920s antique 1.00 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and white gold set bow brooch / pendant; part of our diverse antique collection of bow brooches.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Onyx Diamond and Ruby Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Onyx Diamond and Ruby Bow Brooch from the late 19th Century.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold
1.50 Carat Diamond Retro Gold Bow Brooch Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro 1940's 14k yellow gold bow brooch pendant. 53 full cut round diamonds in a bow design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
$3,380Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Retro 14k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Clear Purplish Red Color - 2.50ctw (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info *...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage Pearl Wreath and Diamond Bow White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive cultured pearl and diamond brooch has been crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Austro-Hungarian Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive diamond brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond Wreath with Bow Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond Wreath with Bow Brooch - There are 53 round full cut diamonds that weigh approximately 3.00ct with a quality of H - I color and VS1 - VS2 clarity. There ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Antique Bow Brooch Ref: 548750
Located in Chicago, IL
Austria, Vienna, 1922-1925 This finely modeled bow shape brooch is crafted in platinum and set with old cut diamonds and calibre cut sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Retro Circa 1935 Diamond Yellow Gold Stylized Bow Brooch
Located in Wheaton, IL
Charming Retro circa 1935 diamond yellow gold stylized bow brooch very pretty neat tailored look - 14kt yellow gold (quality mark reverse) and diamond set with small single cut and f...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Diamond Bow Spray White Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
18k white gold brooch with 5.57 carats of H-I color diamonds Vs- SI2 clarity. On a 14k white gold chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Filigree Sapphire & Diamond Bow Brooch #20073
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Filigree Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch- This stunning brooch features three faceted sapphires and one round single cut diamond set in beautifully detailed 14K white...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Bow Brooch with Fancy Briolette and Bead Diamonds
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A romantic and rare antique brooch from the late 19th to early 20th century, crafted in 14k gold and topped in platinum.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Crescent Moon with Bow Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
The pin’s silver front has accrued a romantic patina that highlights the diamonds with darkened contrast. The diamonds are prong set with sweeping carriage work along the outer edge ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pavé Diamond Bow Motif Brooch / Pendant in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstone: Diamonds Diamond Count: 93 Diamond Cut: Round Diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bow Brooch with Blue Topaz and Diamond Accents
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow gold Bow Brooch with Blue Topaz and Diamond Accents 0.12 total diamond weight 8.40 grams total weight.
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Pink Red Ruby & Diamond Antique Style Bow 18K White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A truly beautiful white gold bow brooch set with diamonds and French cut rubies. The milgraining of the metal edges allow the diamonds and gemstones to sparkle without competing with...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co Carved Amethyst and Diamond Bow Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co Carved Amethyst and Diamond Bow Pin Brooch. This incredible Tiffany and Co pin brooch is crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium
14 Karat Two-Tone Yellow and White Gold Bow Brooch with Diamond Accents
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Two Tone Yellow and White Gold Bow Brooch with Diamond Accents 0.04 total diamond weight. 4.89 grams total weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Solid White Gold Spiral Grooved Pink Tourmaline Diamond & Pearl Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (35) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Round Shape - White Color w/ Nice Luster - 5mm to 2.5mm (approx.) (Numerous) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant - Bezel Set - Nice Whi...
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond Ruby Two Tone 14k Yellow and Pink Gold Bow Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant expression of Parisian refinement, this exquisite bow pin by Cartier is a beautifully composed design that blends romantic form with timeless sophistication. Crafted in a ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Circle with Ribbon Bow Halo Blue Sapphire & Diamond Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Vintage Art Deco design brooch pin set with round cut diamonds and French cut sapphires. Designed with a ribbon circle motif, hinged pin brooch and catch. Information Width: 28 mm. L...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro Rose Gold & Platinum 3.84ct Diamond and Ruby Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Cut - Pave Set - I Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.84ct (approx.) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Pave Set - White Color - 0.6...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Carre Mine Cut Diamond Bow Pin Brooch 3ctw G Vs
Located in Winter Springs, FL
This fabulously original Art Deco bow pin is crafted in platinum (pin is 14K white gold) and set with both all original old European cut as well as carre cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
2.30 Carat Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat White Gold Bow Open Circle Art Deco Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and sapphire bow open circle brooch. Platinum circle with 14k white gold stem and catch.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 14KYG Franklin Mint by Givenchy Diamond Bow 1.35Cts
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 14KYG Franklin Mint by Givency Diamond Bow 1.35Cts Discover the iconic jewelry from maison Givenchy, Elevate your look! Comes with original box and papers Diamonds Roun...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Platinum on 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Diamond Bow Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This stunning antique diamond bow pin is crafted in platinum-topped 14 karat yellow gold, featuring a delicate and flowing ribbon design entirely set with diamonds. Center old europ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Black Onyx, Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Gold Bow Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful black onyx ribbon bow pin centered by a ribbed pink tourmaline, accented with twelve brilliant-cut diamonds (including one each end), mounted in 14k white gold; handmade; a...
Diamond, Onyx, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$6,875
Ruby Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An exuberant bow brooch featuring rubies and diamonds, most notably a marquise diamond weighing an estimated 0.75 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$2,100
Platinum and Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic Platinum and Diamond Bow Brooch Featuring 1 Marquis Cut Diamond and 51 Round Brilliant Diamonds 0.91 Carat Total Weight, SI, H-I; 14 Karat White Gold Pin/Stem 4.6 DWT or 7.1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$1,495
Diamond Two Color Gold Bow Brooch
Located in McLean, VA
This amazing brooch has an outer ribbon of 14 Kt. yellow gold, an inner loop of 14 Kt. rose gold and is center set with a floral motif consisting of four round rubies and two round d...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$1,250
Sapphire And Diamond Gold Bow Knot Brooch
Located in New York, NY
14kt yellow gold high quality square cut sapphire and diamond bow knot brooch with very high quality full cut diamonds all handmade
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$2,550
Yellow Gold Onyx and Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Pikesville, MD
A beautiful 14 karat yellow gold Art Deco inspired bow brooch featuring polished, smooth black onyx and .97 carats of white diamonds. Diamond quality is approximately G color, VS2 cl...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$6,825
White Gold Diamond Vintage Bow Pendant or Brooch
Located in Pikesville, MD
Beautiful Edwardian inspired 14 karat white gold and diamond vintage bow brooch that is fixed with two stationary jump rings so it can also be worn as a pendant - composed of approxi...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$2,500
White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Circle Bow Brooch
Located in Pikesville, MD
An exquisite 14 karat white gold bow garland style circle brooch featuring high quality blue sapphires and diamonds. Brooch has an approximate diamond total weight of 2 carats at app...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$2,840
14 Carat Bow Brooch with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Germany, 1970s. Bow-shaped front with 17 oval-cut sapphires weighing total 9,50 ct. Surrounded by 56 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing total circa 1,50 carats SI, wesselton. In 14 ct. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$9,650
Tiffany & Co. Retro Aquamarine Ruby Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A stunning Retro bow brooch by Tiffany & Co. set with an emerald-cut aquamarine weighing approximately 9cts surrounded by six round brilliant-cut diamonds of approximate total we...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Rare Russian 22.0 Carat Cert Natural Sapphire 3.20 Ct Diamond Tsarist Bow Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Precious! This absolutely exquisite Tsarist ear brooch was made in St.Petersburg at the beginning of 1900, bearing all hallmarks of that period and area No words to express how beau...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.