1960s Ruby Gold Dog Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
1960s 18k gold dog brooch with ruby eyes. Brooch measures 35mm x 39mm. Marked: 18k Italy. Weight
1960s Italian Dog Gold Vintage Pin
Ruby, Gold
1960s Ruby Gold Dog Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
1960s 18k gold dog brooch with ruby eyes. Brooch measures 35mm x 39mm. Marked: 18k Italy. Weight
Ruby, Gold
TRIFARI crown signed gold tone dog figural pin brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION
Vintage Two Tone Gold Diamond Elegant Poodle Dog Textured Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 0.04ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Total Weight: 14.13 Grams Overall
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage H. Stern Diamond Ruby Basset Hound Dog Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By H. Stern
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Vintage Diamond and Ruby Basset Hound Dog Brooch Pin by H. Stern. Playful yet refined
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro St Bernard Dog Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Large Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Charming and unique, St. Bernard Dog-inspired brooch pin with rope-style fur accents, adding
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$9,000
H 0.84 in W 0.45 in L 1.12 in
Cartier Diamond and Onyx Gold Vintage Dog Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Stylish and finely detailed Mid Century Modern CARTIER Dog with revolving head
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Yellow and white gold, blue sapphire and diamond dog pin
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
The pin measures 28.25 x 30.75 mm and is of a high-relief dog design. The dog contains two round
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Poodle Dog Pin with Diamond Collar and Eyes
Located in Perth, AU
Cute doggie brooch in the form of a poodle with diamond eyes and collar. 18ct Gold. This item is
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Dog Pin in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Molina
Located in New York, NY
dog's eye. The stones are beautifully offset by the rich 18K yellow gold head and tail. This pin was
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Timeless Scottie Dog Diamond and Gemstone Gold Pin Looking For Forever Home
Located in Palm Beach, FL
yellow gold and accented with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and amethysts all cabochons, calibrated
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable
W 1.15 in L 1.26 in
Pin Dog with Grenade Nose, Emeralds and Jades Cabochon in Gold 18 Karats
Located in Milano, IT
Pin Dog in Yellow and detailed White Gold 18 karats and Grenade nose, Emeralds and eyes of Jades
Emerald, Jade, Gold
Playful Poodle Dog with Enamel Ball, Ruby Eyes and Diamond Collar Gold Pin
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This playful little 18k gold chubby cheeked poodle pin has round faceted ruby eyes and a white gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.88 in W 0.75 in
Pair of Gold Tone Googly Moving Eyes Figural Puppy Dog Brooch Pins W/ Red Mouth
Located in Sausalito, CA
x 3/4" wide. Weight: 19.8 Markings: Unmarked. Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor gold
Gold Plate, Enamel
Antique Gold Enamel Dog Lapel Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique Gold Enamel Dog Lapel Brooch Pin Consistent with age and use please see the photos for
Gold, Enamel
Adorable Schnauzer Dog Diamond Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Dog Brooch featuring a highly detailed Schnauzer with blue sapphire eyes and a diamond
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Spitzer & Furman Turquoise Ruby Gold Party Dog Pin
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful top quality party dog pin. Circa 1950. 5 Natural Persian Turquoise 2mm bright blue 2
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Gold Dog Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt yellow gold, ruby, onyx and diamond dog brooch. Signed and numbered. Circa
White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold German Shepard Dog Pin Brooch #19839
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold German Shepard Dog Pin This adorable German Shepard pin is a heartwarming
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K 750 Yellow Gold Vintage Golden Dog Brooch / Pin
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Golden Dog Brooch / Pin Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 6.1
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kieselstein Cord Loyal Dog Labrador Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Loyal Dog Labrador Pin Brooch by Barry Kieselstein Cord. Details: Measurements
18k Gold
15 Karat Yellow Gold Scottish Highland Terrier Dog Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
15 Karat Yellow Gold Scottish Highland Terrier Dog Brooch/Pin- This beautifully detailed 3D brooch
Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Terrier with Leash Dog Pin
Located in Henderson, NV
Crafted from 14k yellow and white gold, the pin features a terrier and leash with intricate
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chaumet Paris Amethyst Citrine Diamond Gold Poodle Dog Brooch Pin
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
Chaumet Paris 18k gold poodle brooch, adorned with amethyst, citrines and approx. 0.28cts in
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Gold
Black Enamel Scottish Terrier Dog Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
neck tie and holly; gold tone; roll over clasp; signed to the reverse. Approx. 2cmx2.5cm A Must Have
Gold Plate
Sold
W 1.46 in D 0.4 in L 0.83 in
18 karat dog Brooch - solid yellow gold animal - Italian pin - collar brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this very cute Italian made dog brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with two
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Whimsical Jeweled Smoking Lady Dachshund Dog Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
yellow and white gold. Sure to delight the Dog Lover in us all!
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sold
W 1.45 in L 2.25 in
Diamond and Emerald 1960s Frascarolo Happy Dog Diamond Gold Enamel Brooch Pin
By Frascarolo
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
textured gold and enamel. The dog’s ears and the nose are cumulatively adorned with 0.70 carats of pave
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.89 in W 1.42 in
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Graffiti 18k Yellow Gold Open Dog Ribbon Brooch Pin
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k yellow gold. The brooch features a simple and elegant dog's head design crafted from ribbon-like
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Rose Swarovski Topaz Crystal Dog Pin, Gold Finish, Black Enamel
By Swarovski
Located in Milford, DE
Unveil some vintage charm with this exquisite Swarovski topaz crystal dog pin. This pooch's glowing
Crystal, Enamel
Butler Wilson Signed Faux Diamond Dachshund Dog Brooch Pin
By Butler & Wilson
Located in Montreal, QC
Delightful signed Butler & Wilson Dachshund with drooping ears Brooch Pin encrusted from head to
Gold Plate
Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Dog Brooch, 14k Round Cut .24 Carat Pet Canine Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information: Genuine Rubies Treatment
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enamel Dachshund Dog and Mouse Sporting Hats Brooch Pin Duo C1950s
By Har Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
brim is 1.5" wide; The Dachshund is smoking a pipe and also accented with white rhinestones. Gold tone
Gold Plate
Fantastic 1960s Cartier New York Chinese Lion Dog Coral Gem Set Pin
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Modelled as a double headed lion dog know as Fo Dog , set with carved 'Ox Blood' coral, diamonds
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage French Diamond Gold Enamel Dog Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
yellow gold dog pin. With diamond whiskers and an enameled tongue, nose, and eyes, this whimsical dog is
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian gold dog pin
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
Gold ring by Pomellato
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Dog Pin/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Dog Pin/Pendant This adorable dog pin doubles as a pendant crafted in beautiful
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Gold Labrador Retriever Dog Pin
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful large 3-D Labrador Retriever 14k yellow gold dog pin with genuine sapphire eyes. 2
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Enamel Yellow Gold Dog Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute yet elegant vintage Dog brooch. Made of 14k gold (tested); the dog's collar is accented with
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1960s Ruby Gold Poodle Dog Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1960s 18k gold poodle dog brooch, with ruby eyes and collar. Brooch is 38mm x 32mm. Marked
Ruby, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Dog Diamond Bow Estate Dog Brooch Pin Vintage
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Adorable handcrafted dog pin fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The dog brooch features a diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Midcentury Retro Poodle Dog Gold Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Retro Mid century Cartier 14k gold circle brooch, depicting poodle dog. Brooch is 37mm in diameter
Gold
14k 585 White Gold Dachshund dog Brooch / Pin
Located in New York, NY
Dachshund Brooch Metal Type: 14k White Gold Total Item Weight: 6.2 Grams Length: 33.0 mm Width
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Doberman Dog Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical little brooch is beautifully handcrafted and hand engraved as to show off the life like appearance of the fur on this dg. His little pointed ears and distinguished fac...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Dog Pin Gold Gemstones 14k Brooch Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A charming dog pin from the Retro era; made of 14k gold, featuring gemstones. This vintage dog
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Company Sterling Gold Scottie Westie Dog Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Tiffany & Company Sterling Silver Scottie Dog brooch, Measuring 1 7/8 X 1 5/8 inches
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Sapphire Large Yorkie Dog Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Sapphire Large Yorkie Dog Brooch Pin by Tiffany & Co. With 2 round sapphires in
Sapphire, 18k Gold
1960s Frascarolo Enameled Dog Diamond 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pin
By FRASCOROLO
Located in Miami, FL
This famouse Frascarolo brooch pin is rendered in 18-karat textured yellow gold simulates a
Diamond, 18k Gold
Terrier Dog Head Stick Pin Set in Solid 9k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A lovely solid gold Terrier dog head stick pin set in 9k yellow gold. The stick pin solely
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.89 in D 0.48 in L 1.7 in
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire & Emerald DACHSHUND Dog Brooch, Pin
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this delightful figural dachshund dog brooch, pin. From the mid
Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Mid-Century 14K Gold & Ruby Boxer Dog Pin or Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Mid-Century brooch or pin. In 14k gold. In the form of a boxer dog standing erect
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Old Diamond Textured Detailed Dachshund Dog Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 0.04ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 12.1 Grams Overall Height: 23.6mm (0.92
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.09 in W 2.28 in
Vintage 18k Gold Detailed Chesapeake Bay Retriever Hunting Dog & Duck Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This incredible and very well made vintage pin/brooch is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold. It
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.82 in D 0.4 in L 0.63 in
18k dog Brooch - solid yellow gold animal - french diamond ruby collar pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
catch closure and a marked, 18k white gold pin. We adore every little detail of this tiny cute dog. Its
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 18k Yellow Gold Pave Ruby Detailed Textured Dachshund Dog Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This incredible and very well made pin/brooch is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold. It features a
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
D 0.35 in Dm 1.51 in
Vintage 14k Gold Detailed Textured Maltese Dog w/ Leash Circle Frame Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding vintage pin/brooch is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features an adorable
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond-Accented Playful Poodle Brooch, 18k Dog Ball Pet Canine Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information: Natural Diamonds Total Carats
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.42 in W 1.48 in
Vintage Craig Drake 18k Gold Ruby Eyes Detailed Textured Shepard Dog Brooch Pin
By Craig Drake
Located in Montclair, NJ
yellow gold. It features a perfectly structured standing Shepard dog design with its tongue out showing
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.29 in L 1.97 in
Retro 1960s Stylized 3D Poodle /Puppy /Dog Pin / Brooch in 18 K Gold & Turquoise
Located in London, GB
Beautiful artistic creation and interpretation of a poodle dog, emphasizing the remarkable
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sold
H 1.25 in W 1.5 in
SAO Signed Gold Poodle Dog Pin Brooch, Pink Enamel Flowers and Crystals, Vintage
Located in Milford, DE
cabochons. Vintage pin / brooch. Gold-tone. Marks / hallmarks / etc: SAO
Crystal, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Terrier Dog Brooch / Pin. The brooch weighs 28.8 grams
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage French Art Deco Platinum 3.90ctw Diamond Brooch
Located in Orlando, FL
precision and symmetry characteristic of the 1930s–40s. Platinum brooch with white gold pin, French dog
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Gold Corgi Dog Pin
Located in Vail, CO
Corgi dog pin, in 14k yellow gold with red gemstone eyes. Dimensions: 1.25 x 0.9". 12.7 grams
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Schnauzer Ruby Diamond Gold Dog Pin
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This adorable 18k gold dog pin is signed JK. His eyes are cabochon rubies and he wears a white gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Coral and Turquoise Lucite Gilded Ram Figural Brooch By Hattie Carnegie, 1960s
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Extremely rare and hard-to-find piece - 3" tall - Gold plated - Faux turquoise and coral molded lucite ...
Art Deco Pearl Diamond Platinum Choker Collar Necklace
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco Akoya Pearl diamond platinum choker collar necklace, circa 1930s. The Art Deco Akoya Pearl Diamond Platinum Choker Necklace, crafted in the 1930s, epitomizes the elegance a...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage Two Tone Gold Diamond w/ Ruby Eye Galloping Running Horse Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.08ctw (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut -Pave Set - Red ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace A choker featuring 12 strands of cultured pearls set with diamond spacers & a center pave diamond pendant. Approximate diamond weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Harry Winston Vintage Ruby Diamond Necklace Suite, circa 1980s
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
A stunning testament to timeless elegance, this Harry Winston vintage platinum ruby and diamond suite from the 1980s showcases the pinnacle of craftsmanship. Designed by the renowned...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$120,000
Diamond Tiara by J.E. Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
this breathtaking tiara is a vision of elegance and refinement. Crafted in 18K white gold and platinum, it features an intricate lattice-like design adorned with shimmering rose-cut ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$4,091
H 0.36 in W 1.26 in L 1.26 in
Vintage Italian 8.25ct Dyed Quartz, Turquoise and Ruby Yellow Gold Rabbit Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Italian 1980s 8.25 carat dyed quartz, 0.15 carat turquoise and 0.08 carat ruby, 18k yellow gold rabbit brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewellery a...
Quartz, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum Ring with Colombian Emerald, AGL Certified
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent Cartier signed ring, showcasing a vivid 12.25-carat Colombian emerald, certified by the American Gemological Laboratories (AGL). The emerald, cut in a bold rectangular ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Faberge Lilac Enamel and Yellow Gold Frame
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
An important Faberge gold and enamel frame, the frame comprising an oval glass photograph pane with yellow gold surround, within a rectangular frame exquisitely laid with a fine lila...
Yellow Gold
Tiffany, 14K Gold Turquoise Sapphire Diamond Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds total approx. 0.14ct, with a signed box. Measurement: 5.4 cm Stamp: "Tiffany & Co" Weight: 24.9 grams
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Over the Top Platinum, Diamond & South Sea Pearl Necklace Fit For A Queen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This amazing platinum cocktail necklace is replete with assorted round brilliant cut, marquise cut, and princess cut diamonds. At the end of each of the seven stations in the front, ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Bracelet with Diamonds in Platinum 950
Located in Lucerne, CH
Immerse yourself in the elegance of the Art Deco "White Era" with this exquisite 1930s bracelet, crafted with diamonds in fine platinum. The piece features an intricate floral moti...
Diamond, Platinum
An aquamarine and diamond brooch by Hennell, 9x6cm, 55.9 grams
By Robert Hennell
Located in London, GB
An impressive aquamarine and diamond brooch by Hennell, the rectangular radiant-cut aquamarine weighing 66.02 carats, within a diamond-set lozenge-shaped frame of scroll design with ...
Aquamarine, Platinum
1960s Gold Diamond Emerald Lion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1960s 18k gold lion brooch, adorned with diamonds, emerald eyes and onyx nose. Brooch measures 34mm x 22mm. Marked 18k. Weight - 8.7 grams.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Panthere de Cartier Panther Pave Diamond Emerald Large Onyx Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Large Onyx Bead Panthere de Cartier Panther Pendant Necklace by Cartier. This necklace comes with Cartier certificate of authenticity, service paper fr...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx
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.
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.