Carlo and Arthur Giuliano Antique Diamond Wing Brooch circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond wing brooch, attributed to Carlo and Arthur Giuliano, circa 1900. A gold and silver
Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Style 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Winged Heart Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K Gold Winged Heart Brooch. It depicts a gold green enamel heart decorated with gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,750
H 1.19 in W 1.19 in
VictorianVictorian 14K Gold Rose Cut Diamond Winged “En Tremblant” Insect Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold diamond winged insect brooch incorporates “en tremblant”—a Victorian jewelry design
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Rose-Cut Diamond and Emerald Double Wing Brooch with Enamel Accent
Located in New York, NY
An antique late Victorian diamond, emerald, and enamel brooch designed as a pair of outstretched
Diamond, Emerald, Enamel
Masriera 18 KT YG Winged Nymph Brooch with Dia 1.94CT, Enamel and Pearls
By Masriera
Located in New York, NY
Masriera 18-karat yellow gold winged nymph brooch/pendant is designed with shades of green and burgundy
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Butterfly Pin w/ Moving Wing
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamonds, featuring articulated top wings that allow them to gently flutter with movement. There are about
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Biedermeir 5.00 Ct Diamond Winged Cherub Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
, probably Austria, large Brooch pendant of Museum Beauty Masterfully and substantially hand crafted of solid
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 1.80 CT Diamond Natural Pearls Winged Heart Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Angelic Love This outstanding Victorian period brooch pendant is 1880 ca Exquisitely hand crafted
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver
Late Victorian Yellow Gold and Diamond Caduceus Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond Caduceus brooch, the winged staff white claw-set
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Early Victorian Winged Man-in-the-Moonstone Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An incredibly rare early Victorian winged man-in-the-moonstone brooch. The wings are set with rose
White Diamond, Moonstone, 15k Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. Angela Cummings Diamond Gold Wing Pins
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Two matte-finish yellow gold wing pins, worn together to great effect, one with diamond feather
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Wing Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco diamond clip brooch in the form of a wing, in platinum. Atw. 5.17 cts. old European cut
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond Wing Brooch Pin Set
Located in Miami, FL
Embark on a flight of fantasy with this stunning brooch pin set crafted in Platinum featuring 120
Diamond, Platinum
1960s Diamond Platinum Flower Wing Ribbon Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous vintage diamond Brooch Pin was inspired by a floral motif with winged movement and a
Diamond, Platinum
Ruser Pearl Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Winged Fairy Brooch
By William Ruser
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s 18K yellow Gold Winged fairy Brooch by William Ruser, set with Mississippi fresh water
Sapphire, Ruby, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond
1885 Victorian Enamel Rose Diamond Gold Winged Cherub Brooch
Located in London, GB
Beautiful brooch designed as the face of a cherub in polychrome enamel in between a pair of wings
Diamond
Masriera 18KYG Sapphire Diamond Winged Love Nymph Enamel Pendant Brooch
By Masriera
Located in Troy, MI
delicate wings set off by 0.93 Cttw blue sapphires and 0.47 Cttw diamonds. Can be worn as a brooch or on a
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 2.00 Total Carat Diamond Wing Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning diamond wing pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This spectacular piece is
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond 10 Karat Gold Winged Devil Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a winged devil with an oxidized finish Open mouth accented by an old mine cut diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.62 in L 1.74 in
Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Diamonds Ruby Sapphire Turquoise 18 Karat Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Diamonds Ruby Sapphire Turquoise 18k Yellow Gold. This beautiful
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Wing Earrings of Platinum and 15k Gold with Citrine
Located in Lewisburg, PA
These striking earrings were created from an antique diamond wing brooch (circa 1930), thoughtfully
Citrine, Diamond, 15k Gold, Platinum
Sold
W 0.44 in L 0.87 in
Antique Early Victorian Winged Diamond And Turquoise Cherub Brooch Circa 1850/60
Located in NEW TOWN, AU
Dating to the early Victorian era circa 1850-60’s an incredibly rare and exquisite diamond winged
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Silver
Sold
W 0.71 in D 0.16 in L 1.86 in
French Antique 18K Gold & Silver Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Wing Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique ruby, sapphire, emerald, diamond, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising ten cushion
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Long Spitzer & Furman Diamond Yellow Gold Wing Feather Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elongated 18k wing brooch by Spitzer & Furman accented by 30 diamonds set in 18k white gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1940s Patriotic Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Winged Shield Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro patriotic multi-gemstone brooch with pavé diamond wings framing a sapphire, ruby, and
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Palladium
Whimsical Green Enamel Gold Winged Cherub Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming 18kt Yellow Gold Brooch of Winged Cherub riding an enameled Dolphin. Adorned with
Diamond, Peridot
Art Nouveau 14K Enamel Old Mine Diamond Winged Turquoise Scarab Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
natural carved turquoise scarab and a .15ct old mine cut diamond being I in color and Vs2 clarity and the
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 18K Gold and Platinum 0.7ct Sapphire and Diamond Openwork Winged Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
fifty-six rose cut diamonds, set in an openwork winged design of platinum atop 18k yellow gold. This
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sold
W 0.6 in D 0.2 in L 2.17 in
Victorian Diamond Ruby and Pearl Silver and Yellow Gold Winged Heart Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond, ruby, silver and yellow gold winged heart brooch. This charming brooch is
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Opal and Multi Gemstone Antique Style Wing Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An exceptional well crafted Art Deco inspired white gold brooch. Centered with an approx. 4.51
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Nouveau Plique-à-Jour and Diamond Moveable Winged Insect Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
! This stunning brooch is particularly large in size and crafted in sterling silver and 14kt yellow gold
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Stylized Articulated Wing Feather Diamond Gold Brooch / Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Articulated feather brooch with hand etched feathers accented with diamonds (approximately 2.5
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
H 72.05 in W 55.52 in D 2.37 in
Portrait of a Young Lady in an Interior with a Pet Dog, Antique Oil Painting
By (Circle of) Jan Weesop
Located in London, GB
. The largest jewel is the diamond brooch and it was almost always pinned on the front of bodice, as we
Canvas, Oil
Victorian 2.25ct Diamond Wings Brooch Antique, Circa 1880
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
An impressive Diamond Wing Brooch . It most likely would have been a love token given in the late
Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Wing Clip or Brooch
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum diamond Edwardian clip wing brooches circa 1915 Consisting of approximately 195 antique
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Unusual Diamond and Garnet Felix Despres Winged Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Extra-ordinary winged broochs by Felix Despres, who was the grand father of the famed Art Deco
Diamond, Garnet, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Enamel Winged Cherub Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This cool mid Victorian brooch dates to c.1860, and features a winged cherub - with enamelled face
Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An incredible Victorian Egyptian Revival winged scarab brooch dating from the 1880s. It's expertly
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Silver
Victorian Era 14k Gold Pearl Diamond Pink /Blue Sapphire Emerald Wing Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale an antique brooch made during the late 19th century, the Victorian era. It features a pair
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
A Delightful Victorian Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Spread Winged Owl Brooch
Located in London, GB
Pave set with Natural Half Pearls and with Cabochon Ruby Eyes and Rose Diamond "Eyebrows". Unmarked
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Diamond Pearl Ruby Enamel Gold Brooch by Carlo Giuliano
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in London, GB
Highly Important Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Portrait Brooch by Carlo Giuliano recognized to be arguably the most significant 19th century Egyptian Revival jewel. An important Egyptian...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6
By Jacques Fath
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6. This stunning Jacques Fath top is in excellent condition, it shows minimal sign of use. It is made of ivory silk organza throughout and has lac...
Regency Aquamarine Necklace with Old Mine Diamonds, circa 1815–1820
Located in Northampton, MA
This ravishing antique aquamarine necklace, dating to the Regency period (circa 1815–1820), is a crowning jewel of the era and a tour de force of early 19th-century jewelry design. A...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon with a pussy bow tie, sheer bishop sleeves and delicate ruching at shoulders. Jet blac...
Faberge Bi-Color Ribbed Gold Cigarette Case
By Fabergé
Located in Capri, IT
1896 - 1908 Circa Yellow and Rose Gold Faberge Cigarette Case. Workmaster August Hollming, ST Petersburg with scratched inventory number 5695. Of rectangular shape.
18K Gold & Sterling Silver Beetle Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds Onyx & Ruby
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the Edwardian era, this large and impressive Rhinoceros beetle brooch is encrusted with Rose Cut diamonds on an 18k gold and sterling silver body. The insect’s head and antenna...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Bridal Tiara, Diamond & Sapphire, New
Located in Northampton, MA
This diamond and white sapphire bridal tiara was hand-crafted by a skilled artisan in India from gold-over-silver (vermeil). This gorgeous, elegant tiara is perfectly proportioned an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver
$5,861
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black silk spandex and leather lace up dress, ss 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
$38,465Sale Price|30% Off
W 2.64 in L 3.75 in
Rene Boivin Paris Gem Set Brooch 18kt Gold with 14.09ctw in Diamonds and Pearls
By René Boivin
Located in Miami, FL
Gem set brooch designed by Rene Boivin. Gorgeous piece of jewelry, created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Rene Boivin. This fabulous gem set brooch is a one of a kin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Rare Cartier Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Retractable Pencil Watch, 1920's
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier rare and unusual Art Deco period 14K yellow gold retractable pencil watch 1920's Sleek and elegant, rectangular ribbed gold case, watch set in the upper part, tapered arrow s...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Rare Vivienne Westwood red wool beret with gold leaf 'PAGAN KISS' and signature Orb logo. Made for the 'Choice' tour with Sara Stockbridge in 1988. Pagan I, Spring-Summer 1988
Impressive Early Victorian Blue Enamel Snake Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An impressive early Victorian blue enamel, diamond and gold snake bracelet, the realistically carved head with open mouth, the eyebrows and top of head with rose and old mine-cut dia...
Diamond, Enamel
Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...
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.