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Twisted Gold Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Twisted Gold Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Twisted Gold Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Twisted gold diamond ribbon brooch Round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.30 carat, 18 karat yellow

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Pearl and Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Antique Pearl and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Antique Pearl and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Antique Pearl and Diamond Ribbon Brooch A graceful antique pearl and diamond brooch, evoking the

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

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

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Round and Baguette Diamond Ribbon Brooch in Platinum
Round and Baguette Diamond Ribbon Brooch in Platinum

Round and Baguette Diamond Ribbon Brooch in Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Round and Baguette Diamond Ribbon Brooch in Platinum Evoking the elegance of a flowing ribbon

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Ruby and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Ruby and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

total. Diamonds weigh 0.18 carats total. Ribbon Dimensions: 3.20 cm (W) x 2.0 cm (L)

Category

Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Deco Platinum and Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Estate Deco Platinum and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Estate Deco Platinum and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A true Deco era statement in platinum, designed as a sweeping ribbon with crisp diamond lines and

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ribbon Brooch
18K Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ribbon Brooch

18K Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A dramatic, couture-quality brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold, styled as an elegant ribbon-tied

Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s David Webb Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Vintage 1960s David Webb Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Vintage 1960s David Webb Diamond Ribbon Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total

Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 2.02tcw Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 2.02tcw Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 2.02tcw Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This vintage brooch is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and shaped into an elegant ribbon motif

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

【Lustre Arc】Aurora Akoya Pearl & Diamond Ribbon Brooch
【Lustre Arc】Aurora Akoya Pearl & Diamond Ribbon Brooch

【Lustre Arc】Aurora Akoya Pearl & Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A graceful ribbon-like form embraces cascading Akoya pearls, creating a brooch of flowing elegance

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Sophia D. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Sophia D. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Sophia D. Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbon Brooch

By Sophia D

Located in New York, NY

Crafted in platinum, this brooch features a 5.95-carat blue sapphire set within a ribbon design

Category

2010s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

15.75 Carat 1920's Elegant Platinum Diamond Ribbon Brooch
15.75 Carat 1920's Elegant Platinum Diamond Ribbon Brooch

15.75 Carat 1920's Elegant Platinum Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Striking ribbon-style brooch finely crafted in Platinum 900 and set with approximately 15.75 carats

Category

Vintage 1920s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Australian Crystal Opal  Emerald Diamond Ribbon Brooch Clip Pin
Australian Crystal Opal  Emerald Diamond Ribbon Brooch Clip Pin

Australian Crystal Opal Emerald Diamond Ribbon Brooch Clip Pin

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Beautiful custom made platinum brooch. Featuring a 22c Crystal Opal in an emerald and diamond

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Platinum

Platinum 1940s Gia Pear Shape & Round Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Platinum 1940s Gia Pear Shape & Round Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Platinum 1940s Gia Pear Shape & Round Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

Center Diamond Details: GIA Report# : 6224754265 Weight: .78ct Cut: Vintage Pear Cut Color: G Clarity

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1960's Carl Bucherer 18k gold and diamond ribbon brooch
1960's Carl Bucherer 18k gold and diamond ribbon brooch

1960's Carl Bucherer 18k gold and diamond ribbon brooch

By Carl F. Bucherer

Located in London, GB

This delightful 1960s Carl Bucherer brooch is made of 18k gold and is adorned with approximately 4

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb 10.67ct Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 18K Gold & Platinum, USA
David Webb 10.67ct Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 18K Gold & Platinum, USA

David Webb 10.67ct Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 18K Gold & Platinum, USA

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Elegant ribbon brooch, created by David Webb, featuring approximately 10.67 carats of brilliant-cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb 14.74ct Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 18K Gold & Platinum, USA
David Webb 14.74ct Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 18K Gold & Platinum, USA

David Webb 14.74ct Diamond Ribbon Brooch, 18K Gold & Platinum, USA

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Elegant ribbon brooch created by David Webb featuring approximately 14.74 carats of brilliant-cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1940s Retro Gold and 2.50 Carat Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Vintage 1940s Retro Gold and 2.50 Carat Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Vintage 1940s Retro Gold and 2.50 Carat Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k rose gold with Round Brilliant and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco 1930s 70.00 Carat Baguette Cut Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Antique Art Deco 1930s 70.00 Carat Baguette Cut Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Antique Art Deco 1930s 70.00 Carat Baguette Cut Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum with approximately 70.00 carats of Baguette Diamonds, cut to align with

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18KT White Gold 4.88Ct Ruby 6.18 Ct Round & Baguette Diamond Ribbon Brooch
18KT White Gold 4.88Ct Ruby 6.18 Ct Round & Baguette Diamond Ribbon Brooch

18KT White Gold 4.88Ct Ruby 6.18 Ct Round & Baguette Diamond Ribbon Brooch

By Cellini

Located in New York, NY

with diamond baguettes are set like a flowing ribbon in this elegant classic brooch. The brooch

Category

2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Georgian Silver and Yellow Gold 3.45ctw Old Cut Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Antique Georgian Silver and Yellow Gold 3.45ctw Old Cut Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Antique Georgian Silver and Yellow Gold 3.45ctw Old Cut Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

. This beautiful brooch is designed as an elegant ribbon, looping around a large pear cut diamond. An

Category

Antique 1830s British Georgian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold
Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold

Victorian French old miner cut diamond ribbon brooch in Silver & solid 18K gold

Located in Antwerp, BE

We are delighted to introduce you to this French mid 19th century beauty. This bow shaped brooch is

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Retro Cartier Diamond & 14 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Ribbon Brooch
Retro Cartier Diamond & 14 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Ribbon Brooch

Retro Cartier Diamond & 14 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Ribbon Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine gold & diamond ribbon brooch. By Cartier. With 5 pave set round brilliant diamonds set in

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch
18K Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch

18K Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

A beautiful Diamond Ribbon Bow Brooch with ca. 7 carats of diamonds (D-F/IF-VVS).

Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Platinum and Diamond Ribbon Clip-Brooch
Platinum and Diamond Ribbon Clip-Brooch

Platinum and Diamond Ribbon Clip-Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Platinum and Diamond Ribbon Clip-Brooch Details: 41 round and 83 baguette and tapered baguette

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Ribbon Floral Brooch in Platinum
Diamond Ribbon Floral Brooch in Platinum

Diamond Ribbon Floral Brooch in Platinum

Located in New York, NY

Diamond Ribbon Floral Brooch in Platinum A beautiful example of mid-century design, this diamond

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Beautiful Antique Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch
Beautiful Antique Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch

Beautiful Antique Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch

Located in Lucerne, CH

baguette-cut diamonds set in a ribbon design. À jour worked - made in platinum. A very charming piece

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

13.1 Carat Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch
13.1 Carat Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch

13.1 Carat Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful brooch / pin features 11.56 carats of brilliant round diamonds set in a ribbon

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Ribbon Brooch
Platinum Diamond Art Deco Ribbon Brooch

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Ribbon Brooch

Located in Delray Beach, FL

This exquisite Art Deco brooch features a diamond encrusted frame adorned with a diamond and

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Onyx Diamond White Ribbon Gold Brooch
Onyx Diamond White Ribbon Gold Brooch

Onyx Diamond White Ribbon Gold Brooch

Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)

Elegant ribbon shaped brooch in 14Kt white gold with diamonds stripes and onyx that surround a

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Buccellati Diamond 18K Gold Ribbon-Bow Brooch
Buccellati Diamond 18K Gold Ribbon-Bow Brooch

Buccellati Diamond 18K Gold Ribbon-Bow Brooch

By Gianmaria Buccellati

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

center is adorned with round brilliant-cut white diamonds, weighing approximately 2.00 carats, adding a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Akoya Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch
Akoya Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch

Akoya Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This beautiful brooch consist of very fine white Akoya pearls measuring 6mm to 8mm in diameter

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ART DECO DIAMONDS & SAPPHIRE Ribbon Brooch c1920’s
ART DECO DIAMONDS & SAPPHIRE Ribbon Brooch c1920’s

ART DECO DIAMONDS & SAPPHIRE Ribbon Brooch c1920’s

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

Art Deco 18ct White Gold Diamond & Sapphire Ribbon Bow Brooch — Original 1920s A beautifully

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940s Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch
1940s Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch

1940s Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

brooch; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbons Bow Platinum Brooch
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbons Bow Platinum Brooch

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ribbons Bow Platinum Brooch

Located in Greenwich, CT

This whimsical 'ribbon swirl' platinum brooch is set with a multitude of white diamonds and blue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Multi Color Sapphire Diamond Gold Ribbon Brooch Pin
Multi Color Sapphire Diamond Gold Ribbon Brooch Pin

Multi Color Sapphire Diamond Gold Ribbon Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

) and approx. 1.00ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 2.75" x 2". Weight of the piece - 22.6 grams.

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Estate 18K White Gold Long Ribbon Diamond Brooch
Estate 18K White Gold Long Ribbon Diamond Brooch

Estate 18K White Gold Long Ribbon Diamond Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Details: Metal Type: 18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 14.4 grams Diamond

Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Vintage Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch, Circa 1950's
French Vintage Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch, Circa 1950's

French Vintage Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch, Circa 1950's

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous vintage brooch is beautifully pavé set with a mix of round brilliant cut diamonds and

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sapphire & Diamond Bow Ribbon Brooch in 18K White Gold
Sapphire & Diamond Bow Ribbon Brooch in 18K White Gold

Sapphire & Diamond Bow Ribbon Brooch in 18K White Gold

Located in New York, NY

Antique motif sapphire and diamond bow ribbon brooch in 18k white gold. Brooch contains sapphire

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Ribbon Brooch with Old Cut Diamond in White Gold
Ribbon Brooch with Old Cut Diamond in White Gold

Ribbon Brooch with Old Cut Diamond in White Gold

Located in Lucerne, CH

Lovely Ribbon Brooch in White Gold 750. Prong set with one fine old cut Diamond of 2.03 ct and J

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co Ruby Diamond Brooch Bow Ribbon 14K Gold
Tiffany & Co Ruby Diamond Brooch Bow Ribbon 14K 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. This gold

Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1940’s Platinum Openwork Ribbon Motif Diamond Brooch 3.90ctw
Vintage 1940’s Platinum Openwork Ribbon Motif Diamond Brooch 3.90ctw

Vintage 1940’s Platinum Openwork Ribbon Motif Diamond Brooch 3.90ctw

Located in Winter Springs, FL

A finely crafted diamond brooch dating to the 1940s, executed in platinum and designed in an

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s Retro Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knotted Ribbon Brooch
1950s Retro Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knotted Ribbon Brooch

1950s Retro Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knotted Ribbon Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

, this retro diamond brooch bears witness to an era when every elegant woman wore a quality antique

Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage
Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage

Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl

Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Natural Diamond Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Natural Diamond Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Natural Diamond Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Baltimore, MD

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Natural Diamond Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch Metal: Platinum Weight: 6.51

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century Diamond Ribbon Swirl Plaque Brooch Platinum 1950s–1960s
Mid-Century Diamond Ribbon Swirl Plaque Brooch Platinum 1950s–1960s

Mid-Century Diamond Ribbon Swirl Plaque Brooch Platinum 1950s–1960s

Located in Lisbon, PT

Mid-Century Diamond Swirl Plaque Brooch in Platinum 1950s–1960s. A dazzling expression of Mid

Category

Mid-20th Century European Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ribbon Platinum Brooch. Circa 1930
3 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ribbon Platinum Brooch. Circa 1930

3 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ribbon Platinum Brooch. Circa 1930

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

This Diamond and Sapphire Ribbon Brooch, dating to the 1930s, is an elegant example of Art Deco–era

Category

Vintage 1930s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Retro Diamond and Two Tone Gold Ribbon Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Retro Diamond and Two Tone Gold Ribbon Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Retro Diamond and Two Tone Gold Ribbon Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co Retro Old Mine Diamond and Two Tone Gold Ribbon Brooch Round cut diamond set in the

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Retro Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Ribbon Double Clips Brooch
Retro Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Ribbon Double Clips Brooch

Retro Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Ribbon Double Clips Brooch

Located in Miami Beach, FL

diamond and gold ribbon swirl in accented with prong set rubies. The brooch and fitting are 18k rose

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 1.70ct Diamond & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Retro Ribbon Pin Brooch
Vintage 1.70ct Diamond & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Retro Ribbon Pin Brooch

Vintage 1.70ct Diamond & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Retro Ribbon Pin Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Title: This vintage 18K rose gold ribbon-style brooch showcases the elegance of retro design with

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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Diamond Ribbon Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact diamond ribbon brooch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect diamond ribbon 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 4.5 Carat and 5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A diamond ribbon brooch from Tiffany & Co., Cartier and David Webb — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. 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 brilliant cut and old european cut alternatives. Finding a diamond ribbon brooch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 45 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Diamond Ribbon Brooch?

Prices for a diamond ribbon brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $493 and can go as high as $65,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,500.

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.