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Diamond Star Brooch
Diamond Star Brooch

Diamond Star Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Diamond Star Brooch A star shaped brooch featuring round cut diamonds set in 18 karat yellow gold.

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Diamond Star Brooch
Late Victorian Diamond Star Brooch

Late Victorian Diamond Star Brooch

Located in London, GB

Late Victorian silver and old cut diamond star brooch Estimated total diamond weight 1.85 cts H-J colour VS2 -P1 clarity Length 3 cm Weight 5.7 g

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Diamond Star Brooch Pendant Sterling Silver on Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Diamond Star Brooch Pendant Sterling Silver on Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

Diamond Star Brooch Pendant Sterling Silver on Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautiful Antique Heirloom Diamond Star Brooch Pendant. Beautifully hand crafted in Silver on Gold.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Diamond Star Brooch
Victorian Diamond Star Brooch

Victorian Diamond Star Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a wonderful diamond brooch dating back to the Victorian era. This antique piece has been crafted from 15ct gold and silver into the shape of a 12 pointed star.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Antique Diamond Star Brooch Pendant
Antique Diamond Star Brooch Pendant

Antique Diamond Star Brooch Pendant

Located in London, GB

A beautiful diamond star pendant dating back to the Victorian era.

Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Victorian Diamond Star Brooch Pendant
Victorian Diamond Star Brooch Pendant

Victorian Diamond Star Brooch Pendant

Located in London, GB

Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 7.7 grams Brooch Dimensions: 36mm x 32mm Bail Dimensions: 1.5mm (inside) Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 1.44ct Diamond Details: Approx.

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Gothic Revival Diamond Star Brooch
Gothic Revival Diamond Star Brooch

Gothic Revival Diamond Star Brooch

Located in Litchfield, CT

This dazzling antique brooch features 2.40 carats of brilliant white diamonds in an unusual Gothic Revival star motif.

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

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

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Star Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a fabulous diamond brooch dating back to the Victorian era. This antique piece has been crafted from 15ct gold and silver into the shape of a 12 pointed star.

Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Victorian 0.20ct Diamond Star Brooch, c.1880s
Victorian 0.20ct Diamond Star Brooch, c.1880s

Victorian 0.20ct Diamond Star Brooch, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

A beautiful old cushion cut diamond is the centre of this Victorian star brooch.

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Cherub Diamond Star Brooch, 6.3g
14k Yellow Gold Cherub Diamond Star Brooch, 6.3g

14k Yellow Gold Cherub Diamond Star Brooch, 6.3g

Located in Providence, RI

This enchanting 14k brooch features a beautifully detailed cherub in mid-flight, crafted in warm yellow gold. The cherub holds three white gold stars, each adorned with a sparkling d...

Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 10 Karat Gold & Diamond Star Brooch or Pin
Victorian 10 Karat Gold & Diamond Star Brooch or Pin

Victorian 10 Karat Gold & Diamond Star Brooch or Pin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Victorian brooch. With interlocking gold circles that create a star or snowflake like shape.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Star Brooch, 0.85ct, Late 20th Century
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Star Brooch, 0.85ct, Late 20th Century

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Star Brooch, 0.85ct, Late 20th Century

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Houston, TX

Tiffany & Co. platinum brooch with round diamonds in the shape of an open star.

Category

Late 20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Diamond Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 0.38 Carat
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Diamond Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 0.38 Carat

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Diamond Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 0.38 Carat

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This antique Victorian star brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Star Brooch Gold Pendant
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Star Brooch Gold Pendant

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Star Brooch Gold Pendant

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique russian 14k gold large star pendant and brooch with rose cut diamonds 5cm width 6cm lenght total gold weight 12.50 grams hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard

Category

Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

Victorian 12.50 Carats Total Old European Cut Diamond Eight Point Star Brooch
Victorian 12.50 Carats Total Old European Cut Diamond Eight Point Star Brooch

Victorian 12.50 Carats Total Old European Cut Diamond Eight Point Star Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A diamond star brooch of 49 old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 12.50 carats total, set on an antique-style prong setting.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Diamond Star Antique Brooch Pendant, Circa 1910-1925
Diamond Star Antique Brooch Pendant, Circa 1910-1925

Diamond Star Antique Brooch Pendant, Circa 1910-1925

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

Edwardian Diamond Star Brooch / Pendant Details • Period: Edwardian / Early Art Deco, circa 1910–1925 • Diamonds: Old European / transitional cuts, approx. 3.4–3.6 carats total (E...

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Victorian Antique Diamond Astral Star Brooch in Gold
Victorian Antique Diamond Astral Star Brooch in Gold

Victorian Antique Diamond Astral Star Brooch in Gold

Located in Roma, RM

A captivating Antique Astral Diamond Star Brooch, embodying the celestial elegance and symbolic romanticism that defined the finest 19th century jewelry.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond, Silver, Gold Twelve Point Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 11.26 Carats
Antique Diamond, Silver, Gold Twelve Point Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 11.26 Carats

Antique Diamond, Silver, Gold Twelve Point Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 11.26 Carats

Located in London, GB

A Victorian diamond star brooch, with twelve points, set with old-cut diamonds, with an estimated total weight of 11.26 carats, with a cushion shaped old-cut diamond, in the centre, ...

Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique 5.88 Carat Diamond and Silver Star Brooch Circa 1910
Antique 5.88 Carat Diamond and Silver Star Brooch Circa 1910

Antique 5.88 Carat Diamond and Silver Star Brooch Circa 1910

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This Edwardian diamond star brooch is an elegant gift for milestone birthdays and anniversaries.

Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb
Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb

Leitão & Irmão Antique 19th Century Diamond Star Tortoise Shell Brooch Hair Comb

Located in Lisbon, PT

Leitão & Irmão Portuguese crown jewelers antique late 19th century diamond star brooch and convertible tortoise shell hair piece in silver and yellow gold, Portugal, circa 1880.

Category

Antique 1880s Portuguese Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Rose Cut Diamond and Star Sapphire Star Brooch
Rose Cut Diamond and Star Sapphire Star Brooch

Rose Cut Diamond and Star Sapphire Star Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Rose Cut Diamond and Star Sapphire Star Brooch Description: This modernist brooch is crafted in 14K white gold and designed as a six-pointed star.

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Garnet & Diamond Star Cabochon Brooch/Pendant 14K Gold c.1870
Antique Victorian Garnet & Diamond Star Cabochon Brooch/Pendant 14K Gold c.1870

Antique Victorian Garnet & Diamond Star Cabochon Brooch/Pendant 14K Gold c.1870

Located in London, GB

We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian 14ct gold garnet and diamond star brooch/pendant made c.1870. This piece features such a sweet, intricate yet sophisticated...

Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

18k Yellow Gold 55.83ct Star Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
18k Yellow Gold 55.83ct Star Sapphire and Diamond Brooch

18k Yellow Gold 55.83ct Star Sapphire and Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Yves brooch is an exceptionally bold and highly collectible statement piece, centered by a remarkable 55.83ct star sapphire accented by 1.46ctw of diamonds in rich 18k y...

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.60Ct Emerald, 4.22Ct Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Antique 1.60Ct Emerald, 4.22Ct Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant

Antique 1.60Ct Emerald, 4.22Ct Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.60 carat emerald, 4.22 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set star brooch/pendant; part of our diverse antique Victorian brooche...

Category

Antique 1890s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver

18K Yellow Gold Star Sapphire Brooch with Antique Diamonds, 1970
18K Yellow Gold Star Sapphire Brooch with Antique Diamonds, 1970

18K Yellow Gold Star Sapphire Brooch with Antique Diamonds, 1970

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This elegant brooch is crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold and showcases a captivating star sapphire at its center.

Category

Vintage 1970s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1960s Diamond and Gold Star Brooch
1960s Diamond and Gold Star Brooch

1960s Diamond and Gold Star Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch in 18 carat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This delightful antique brooch features a motif formed of golden strands in the form of a leafy branch with modern brilliant cut...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Victorian Diamond Gold Star Pin Brooch
Victorian Diamond Gold Star Pin Brooch

Victorian Diamond Gold Star Pin Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A classic Victorian piece from the 1890’s, this star brooch features 7 bright and full of life white diamonds.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jack Gutschneider 14k White Gold Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch
Vintage Jack Gutschneider 14k White Gold Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch

Vintage Jack Gutschneider 14k White Gold Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch

By Jack Gutschneider

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (5) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon - Prong Set -Grayish Blue Color - 20ctw (approx.) (40) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Round & Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, White Gold

14K Gold Star Etched Diamond Brooch Pin
14K Gold Star Etched Diamond Brooch Pin

14K Gold Star Etched Diamond Brooch Pin

Located in Flushing, NY

14K Gold Star Etched Diamond Brooch Pin Approximate Dimensions: 4.9 cm (Length) 3.3 cm (Width) Approx. 0.5 carat (Diamond) 18.2 grams in weight. ** All dimensions listed above ar...

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique French 5.00 Carat Diamond Star Cross Brooch
Antique French 5.00 Carat Diamond Star Cross Brooch

Antique French 5.00 Carat Diamond Star Cross Brooch

Located in London, GB

The centre piece has been crafted into the shape of a star and consists of a single row of rose cut diamonds circulating an oval cushion shaped diamond.

Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

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

The brooch takes on a shooting star design with a prominent round faceted old mine cut diamond taking centre stage.

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold "Star" Brooch, with Diamonds
18 Karat Yellow Gold "Star" Brooch, with Diamonds

18 Karat Yellow Gold "Star" Brooch, with Diamonds

Located in Berlin, DE

18 Karat Gold Brooch with Diamonds. Enchanting gold brooch, set with many old cut diamonds. The five large, central diamonds each have a size of approx.: 0.23 carat 0.33 carat 0.35...

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 brilliant-cut diamonds, thirteen princess-cut diamonds, and thirteen baguettes, set i...

Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum plaque Brooch with Star Sapphire and Diamonds, Circa 1920
Art Deco Platinum plaque Brooch with Star Sapphire and Diamonds, Circa 1920

Art Deco Platinum plaque Brooch with Star Sapphire and Diamonds, Circa 1920

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

The platinum openwork Art Déco plaque brooch is set with numbers diamonds, the centre is embellished with a natural Cabochon Star Sapphire.

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Diamond Crescent Moon and Star Brooch
Victorian 15 Karat Gold Diamond Crescent Moon and Star Brooch

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Diamond Crescent Moon and Star Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

A beautifully preserved Victorian celestial brooch crafted in rich 15 karat yellow gold, designed as a crescent moon adorned with intricate granulation and beadwork, accented by a sp...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Star Locket Brooch – Diamonds, Pearls, Turquoise
Antique Victorian Enamel Star Locket Brooch – Diamonds, Pearls, Turquoise

Antique Victorian Enamel Star Locket Brooch – Diamonds, Pearls, Turquoise

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Victorian blue enamel brooch-pendant from the antique jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers, featuring an old mine cut studded starburst design on the front, turquoise-pearl-rose cu...

Category

Antique 1860s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold, Enamel

.12 Carat Diamond Pearl Rose Gold Star Brooch Pendant
.12 Carat Diamond Pearl Rose Gold Star Brooch Pendant

.12 Carat Diamond Pearl Rose Gold Star Brooch Pendant

Located in Stamford, CT

Turn of the century, Antique cushion cut diamond natural pearl brooch pendant. 1 old mine cut center diamond set in 14k rose gold with 66 white and gray accent pearls. circa 1900's ...

Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

19.2kt White Gold Star Brooch with Pavé Diamonds from Portugal
19.2kt White Gold Star Brooch with Pavé Diamonds from Portugal

19.2kt White Gold Star Brooch with Pavé Diamonds from Portugal

Located in Lisboa, PT

19.2kt – 800‰ white gold star-shaped brooch, set with pavé diamonds in brilliant-cut.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Star Set Diamond Navette Brooch
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Star Set Diamond Navette Brooch

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Star Set Diamond Navette Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

A gold and diamond brooch, set with three old cut diamonds, set in 15 karat yellow gold, with pin and fittings in yellow gold.

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch Convertible 14k Gold 1.35 Carat Victorian
Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch Convertible 14k Gold 1.35 Carat Victorian

Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch Convertible 14k Gold 1.35 Carat Victorian

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning Convertible Diamond star Pendant / Brooch Set in 14K gold. Approximate 1.35 Carats of Old Mine cut diamonds.

Category

Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Old Mine-cut Diamond Star and Crescent New Moon Brooch
Old Mine-cut Diamond Star and Crescent New Moon Brooch

Old Mine-cut Diamond Star and Crescent New Moon Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Created in the last years of the 19th century, this crescent and star brooch iin 18K gold s set with almost 2.50 carats of diamonds.

Category

Late 20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage GIA Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Star Flower Brooch Pin
Vintage GIA Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Star Flower Brooch Pin

Vintage GIA Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Star Flower Brooch Pin

Located in Miami, FL

This sparkly GIA Blue Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Star Flower Brooch Pin is the perfect enhancement for a scarf or blouse.

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18k White Gold Brooch with Star Motif and European Cut Diamonds
18k White Gold Brooch with Star Motif and European Cut Diamonds

18k White Gold Brooch with Star Motif and European Cut Diamonds

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This brooch features a central star motif adorned with old European cut diamonds, surrounded by intricate scrollwork.

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Natural Diamond Decorated Moon And Star Brooch
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Natural Diamond Decorated Moon And Star Brooch

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Natural Diamond Decorated Moon And Star Brooch

Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34

In very good condition. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 1.40 ct. Totally is old cut diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has generally H-I-J-K color and s1-s2 clari...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Star-Shaped 18K White Gold Brooch with Tsavorites and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
Star-Shaped 18K White Gold Brooch with Tsavorites and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds

Star-Shaped 18K White Gold Brooch with Tsavorites and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds

Located in Hamburg, DE

Adorn yourself with this captivating star-shaped brooch, meticulously crafted from 18K white gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold

1.12 Ct Natural Diamond Star Moon Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
1.12 Ct Natural Diamond Star Moon Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry

1.12 Ct Natural Diamond Star Moon Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry

Located in Deira, AE

Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Star Shaped Gold and Silver Brooch with 5.00 Diamonds, XIX cent.
Antique Star Shaped Gold and Silver Brooch with 5.00 Diamonds, XIX cent.

Antique Star Shaped Gold and Silver Brooch with 5.00 Diamonds, XIX cent.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Impressive, star shaped openwork gold and silver brooch set with numerous diamonds in old brilliant cuts.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

1.12Ct Natural Diamond Star Moon Brooch  18K Yellow Gold  HRD Certified
1.12Ct Natural Diamond Star Moon Brooch  18K Yellow Gold  HRD Certified

1.12Ct Natural Diamond Star Moon Brooch 18K Yellow Gold HRD Certified

Located in Deira, AE

Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Vintage Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Silver Large Star Pin Brooch
Antique Vintage Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Silver Large Star Pin Brooch

Antique Vintage Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Gold Silver Large Star Pin Brooch

Located in Southampton, PA

Antique Vintage Estate 18k Gold And Silver Rose Cut Diamond Large Star Pin Brooch. Authentic antique vintage from Georgian time period 18k Gold and Silver Pin Brooch.

Category

Antique Early 1800s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, Silver

Vintage 9ct Gold Diamond & Seed Pearl Star Brooch/Pendant Hallmarked London 1965
Vintage 9ct Gold Diamond & Seed Pearl Star Brooch/Pendant Hallmarked London 1965

Vintage 9ct Gold Diamond & Seed Pearl Star Brooch/Pendant Hallmarked London 1965

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Star Brooch 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1965 Makers Mark DHJ This exquisite vintage 9ct yellow gold brooch showcases an enchanting 8-pointed star design, radiating ...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Gold Star-Set Diamond Brooch, c. 1860, Locket-Back, 13.9 g
Antique 18K Gold Star-Set Diamond Brooch, c. 1860, Locket-Back, 13.9 g

Antique 18K Gold Star-Set Diamond Brooch, c. 1860, Locket-Back, 13.9 g

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

Elegant and intimate, this piece reflects both craftsmanship and personal history. Object: Brooch Period / Era: Victorian, circa 1860 Metal / Materials: 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds: Ol...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 15K Gold Pearl and Diamond Floral Star Brooch and Pendant
Antique Edwardian 15K Gold Pearl and Diamond Floral Star Brooch and Pendant

Antique Edwardian 15K Gold Pearl and Diamond Floral Star Brooch and Pendant

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

An Edwardian pearl, diamond, and yellow gold brooch and pendant, comprising one old European cut diamond, and seventy-four half seed pearl, set in 15 karat yellow gold, with 15 karat...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Black Star Sapphire Diamond Stick Lapel Pin
White Gold Black Star Sapphire Diamond Stick Lapel Pin

White Gold Black Star Sapphire Diamond Stick Lapel Pin

Located in New York, NY

This stick/lapel pin is an extraordinary piece of jewelry that showcases a rare and magnificent black star sapphire and sparkling diamond set in lustrous 18k white gold. The black st...

Category

2010s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Star Brooch and Hair Pin, Circa 1905
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Star Brooch and Hair Pin, Circa 1905

Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Star Brooch and Hair Pin, Circa 1905

Located in London, GB

An antique diamond six point star brooch and hair pin, with rays, with an old-cut diamond, in a cut down setting, in the centre, with an air gap surrounded by a flower, grain set wi...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin
Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin

Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin

By Trio

Located in Miami, FL

With an exquisite textured design by TRIO, these enchanting vintage pink Carved coral & diamond piece is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. Centered by a genuine cabochon oval channel...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond & Ruby brooch in 18k
Diamond & Ruby brooch in 18k

Diamond & Ruby brooch in 18k

Located in New York, NY

Diamond & ruby brooch in 18k yellow gold. The pin is set with approx. 2.7 carat of round brilliant, baguette and marquise cut diamonds, color G-I, clarity VS, square and pear sha...

Category

Mid-20th Century European Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Ruby, Ruby, 18k Gold

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Early 1990s Diamond Star Brooch
Early 1990s Diamond Star Brooch

Early 1990s Diamond Star Brooch

Unavailable

H 1.19 in W 1.58 in

Early 1990s Diamond Star Brooch

Located in Auckland, New Zealand

An incredibly ornate oval shaped vintage brooch crafted in rolled gold with a single diamond at centre. Wear this conversation starting beauty on a blazer lapel, attached to a scarf...

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Antique Early 1900s New Zealand Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Gemolithos a Victorian Gold, Silver and Diamond Star Brooch/Pendant
Gemolithos a Victorian Gold, Silver and Diamond Star Brooch/Pendant

Gemolithos a Victorian Gold, Silver and Diamond Star Brooch/Pendant

Located in Munich, DE

A Victorian gold, silver & diamond Star brooch/pendant. Width 5,3cm. Weight 15,95gr. 67 Diamonds.

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Opal, Old Cut Diamond and Rose Cut Diamond Star Brooch
Victorian Opal, Old Cut Diamond and Rose Cut Diamond Star Brooch

Victorian Opal, Old Cut Diamond and Rose Cut Diamond Star Brooch

Located in Essex, GB

Incredible workmanship and detail on this exceptional Victorian star brooch. The six rayed star features a round cabochon opal at the centre displaying a lively play of colour, with ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

Materials

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

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

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

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

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

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

French Diamond Yellow Gold Star Brooch
French Diamond Yellow Gold Star Brooch

French Diamond Yellow Gold Star Brooch

Unavailable

W 2.13 in D 0.32 in L 2.13 in

French Diamond Yellow Gold Star Brooch

Located in Barcelona, ES

Yellow gold and diamond star brooch. French gold marks Central diamond is an antique cushion cut 0.75ct approx.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Platinum Tiffany Star Brooch
Platinum Tiffany Star Brooch

Platinum Tiffany Star Brooch

Unavailable

W 2.5 in L 2.5 in

Platinum Tiffany Star Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Lake Forest, IL

Tiffany & Co. platinum and diamond star brooch from Tiffany Seas collection, bead set with one hundred and eighteen round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.93 carats to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Brooches
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Brooches

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Brooches

Located in New York City, NY

A pair of diamond star brooches By Van Cleef and Arpels. Set on 18 karat gold and diamonds.

Category

American Brooches

Victorian 2.13 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Star Brooch Pendant - GIA Cert
Victorian 2.13 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Star Brooch Pendant - GIA Cert

Victorian 2.13 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Platinum Star Brooch Pendant - GIA Cert

Located in San Francisco, CA

This late-19th century diamond star brooch/pendant is undoubtedly one of the most glorious and impressive examples of this motif we have ever had in our collection.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Natural Pearl Star Ruby Diamond Brooch
Natural Pearl Star Ruby Diamond Brooch

Natural Pearl Star Ruby Diamond Brooch

Unavailable

W 1.25 in L 2.25 in

Natural Pearl Star Ruby Diamond Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Composed of beautifully shaped natural pearl weighing 9.40 carats suspended from a cross and wreath pin centered around a star ruby, this pin also includes elongated cabochon rubies ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Gold Star Burst Brooch
Victorian Diamond Gold Star Burst Brooch

Victorian Diamond Gold Star Burst Brooch

Unavailable

W 2.76 in D 0.67 in L 1.58 in

Victorian Diamond Gold Star Burst Brooch

Located in Brisbane, AU

A handmade 14k yellow gold and silver 107 stone diamond star burst brooch. Old European cut diamond silver dome cut down claw set surrounded by 10 old european cut diamond silver top...

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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant Star Brooch
Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant Star Brooch

Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant Star Brooch

Located in Milano, IT

A late victorian convertible cross-pendant hanging from a star brooch.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Diamond Gold Twelve-Rayed Star Brooch Pendant
Diamond Gold Twelve-Rayed Star Brooch Pendant

Diamond Gold Twelve-Rayed Star Brooch Pendant

Unavailable

W 1.38 in L 1.69 in

Diamond Gold Twelve-Rayed Star Brooch Pendant

Located in Berlin, DE

The twelve-rayed star design. 1880's set with 49 old-mine-cut diamonds weighing circa 3,97 ct. Mounted in 18 K yellow gold. Total weight: 8,57 grams. Dimensions: 1.38 x 1.69 in ( 3,...

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Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marcus & Co Art Deco Diamond Pink Lavender Star Sapphire Platinum Brooch/Pendant
Marcus & Co Art Deco Diamond Pink Lavender Star Sapphire Platinum Brooch/Pendant

Marcus & Co Art Deco Diamond Pink Lavender Star Sapphire Platinum Brooch/Pendant

By Marcus & Co.

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Lyrical and romantic bar pin/pendant featuring a large and rare pink star sapphire with a stunning frame of diamonds and signed Marcus & Co. brooch consisting of approx. a 12.0 mm ro...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Silver Gold Crescent and Star Brooch

Victorian Diamond Silver Gold Crescent and Star Brooch

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Elegant 18ct yellow gold and silver crescent and star brooch. The crescent moon is set with forty six old cut diamonds and is complemented by an eight point star set with twenty one...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Victorian 4.90 Carat Diamond Celestial Star Brooch Pendant
Victorian 4.90 Carat Diamond Celestial Star Brooch Pendant

Victorian 4.90 Carat Diamond Celestial Star Brooch Pendant

Located in Napoli, IT

The Timeless Celestial Star One of the most beloved Celestial motif in the Victorian period: Stars were widely made in many versions and worn to adorn hats to corsets or Tiaras or d...

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Antique 1860s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

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

Old European Cut Diamond Gold Star Pendant/Brooch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver Gold Star Brooch

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Silver Gold Star Brooch

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

Silver and yellow gold diamond pin brooch with old cut diamonds in a grain setting. Principle diamond colour has been classified as est. H/I with the diamond clarity being est. VS &a...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

18k & 14k Gold Bird Brooch w/ Cultured Abalone, Star Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond
18k & 14k Gold Bird Brooch w/ Cultured Abalone, Star Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond

18k & 14k Gold Bird Brooch w/ Cultured Abalone, Star Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Designed as a bird with a Cultured Abalone Pearl beak, a single Oval Star Sapphire set eye, a body of Round Rubies set in Palladium and a plumage of Round Emeralds and Diamonds weigh...

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20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Star Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Twelve-Rayed Star Sunburst Gold Diamond Brooch Pendant
Victorian Twelve-Rayed Star Sunburst Gold Diamond Brooch Pendant

Victorian Twelve-Rayed Star Sunburst Gold Diamond Brooch Pendant

Located in Munich, DE

The Victorian star or sunburst brooch has a fold down attachement.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Fine French Antique Star Sapphire and Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch, 1860
Fine French Antique Star Sapphire and Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch, 1860

Fine French Antique Star Sapphire and Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch, 1860

Located in Antwerp, BE

Antique jewelry object group: brooch Condition: excellent condition Do you wish for a 360° view of this unique jewel?

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Star Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Star or Pinwheel Diamond, Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pin
Star or Pinwheel Diamond, Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pin

Star or Pinwheel Diamond, Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

This one of a kind Brooch designed as a pinwheel is set with numerous round diamonds weighing approximately 34 Carats.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian silver set, old cut diamond star burst brooch
Antique Victorian silver set, old cut diamond star burst brooch

Antique Victorian silver set, old cut diamond star burst brooch

Located in Kenley surrey, GB

Antique Brooch, silver set, old cut diamond star burst brooch with a small yellow gold pin to a hook fitting and small gold brooch safety chain fitted.

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Early 20th Century Brooches

19th Century French Diamond Black Enamel Silver Gold Star Pendant Brooch
19th Century French Diamond Black Enamel Silver Gold Star Pendant Brooch

19th Century French Diamond Black Enamel Silver Gold Star Pendant Brooch

Located in Madrid, ES

Gold in the form of a six pointed Star Brooch. It showcases an important cushion cut diamond weighing 0´65 carats aprox., at its center.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond Crescent Moon and Star Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
Victorian Pearl Diamond Crescent Moon and Star Brooch in 18 Carat Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond Crescent Moon and Star Brooch in 18 Carat Gold

Located in Kendal, GB

A beautiful antique Victorian celestial brooch depicting a crescent moon and star. It’s fashioned in 18ct gold and lined with glowing, natural seed pearls, simulating moonlight and a...

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold & 3.86 Carat Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch with Box
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold & 3.86 Carat Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch with Box

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold & 3.86 Carat Diamond Star Pendant / Brooch with Box

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

For the star in your life The star pendant-brooch features full-cut diamonds weighing a total of 3.86 carats Marked Van Cleef & Arpels, 750, M37730, D 3.86ct, OR 18kt, and has French...

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20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Moonstone 18k Gold Platinum SHY STAR Brooch by John Landrum Bryant
Diamond and Moonstone 18k Gold Platinum SHY STAR Brooch by John Landrum Bryant

Diamond and Moonstone 18k Gold Platinum SHY STAR Brooch by John Landrum Bryant

By H.H. Prince John Landrum Bryant

Located in New York, NY

18k. Platinum. Diamonds. Moonstones. This piece was made in Manhattan entirely by hand, and was cast, one at a time, using the lost wax process. Prince John Landrum Bryant Created an...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Three circa 1890 Diamond Star Pins
Three circa 1890 Diamond Star Pins

Three circa 1890 Diamond Star Pins

Located in Houston, TX

Victorian Jewelry is full of meaning and symbolism, the star is no different. Another powerful motif to collect, representing guidance, leading you in the direction you were meant t...

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

10 Carat Diamond Edwardian Star Burst Pin
10 Carat Diamond Edwardian Star Burst Pin

10 Carat Diamond Edwardian Star Burst Pin

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Edwardian platinum and 18 karat yellow gold star burst pin/brooch with approximately 10 carats of Old European cut diamonds, including a 1.10 carat diamond in the center, finished wi...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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Diamond Star Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the diamond star brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 337 antique edition and 25 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a diamond star brooch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic diamond star brooch over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Five Star Jewelry and Black, Starr & Frost are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old mine cut and old european cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a diamond star brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Diamond Star Brooch?

The price for a diamond star brooch starts at $164 and tops out at $660,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $5,416.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

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.