Edwardian Circular Ruby Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian paste and faux ruby cabochon brooch set in silvered metal.
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches
Base Metal
Edwardian Circular Ruby Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian paste and faux ruby cabochon brooch set in silvered metal.
Base Metal
Edwardian Platinum Ruby Diamond Brooch, SSEF
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Edwardian brooch exudes classic elegance and timeless luxury, embodying the perfect blend of history and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond and Ruby Brooch, hallmarked 1909
Located in London, GB
This charming brooch features hallmarks dating it to 1909. Hand crafted in 15 carat yellow gold the piece is adorned with a single rose cut diamond to the centre, flanked diagonally ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: F-G C...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
18Karat Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: F-G...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Opal and Ruby Edwardian style Vintage brooch / pendant
Located in Warminster, GB
This lovely Quality dainty brooch dates from 1960’s and set in 9k gold. A large oval, rich deep coloured natural opals is surrounded with six smaller opals and rubies. The back is ...
Opal, Ruby, 10k Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Heart Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet brooch is modelled in 9carat gold and has a heart at the centre. The heart has ruby and pearls set into it and adds a little sparkle! The rubies total 15pts. Brooch Leng...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Edwardian Platinum Diamond Brooch, Circa 1900, Rubies, Sapphires, Pearls
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Early 20th-Century Edwardian era Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl Brooch Platinum-Set — In Richard Ogden Case A beautifully executed early 20th-century gem-set brooch, crafted in an ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Natural Pearl, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Baroness Issaverdens Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
An Edwardian gold and silver brooch of openwork scrolling design, centred with a natural pearl and set with rubies, emeralds and old-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Jadeite, Diamond, Ruby, and Onyx Platinum Brooch Circa 1915
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Ten extremely lively rubies are calibre cut and channel set parallel to six brilliant Old European Cut diamonds in a row, accenting the center 0.34 carat Old European Cut diamond in ...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
Edwardian Gold and Platinum Ruby and Diamond Heart Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
An Edwardian heart-shaped brooch in 15KT gold and platinum, designed with a central round ruby surrounded by graduated smaller rubies and rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
$4,500
W 1 in D 0.63 in L 1.69 in
Antique Edwardian Diamond Opal Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Articulated Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Edwardian diamond, opal, ruby 14K yellow gold and silver topped gold fully articulated turtle brooch Early 20th Century Superb quality fully articulated, with moveable h...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian bow pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. The piece features cultured pearl, rose cut diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
$2,900
W 0.5 in L 1.13 in
Edwardian Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Platinum Antique Winged Hermes Foot Brooch
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized foot with winged sandal symbolizing the Greek god Hermes Featuring bead set round cut rubies weighing approximately 0.70 carat total Transparent medium purplis...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Boxer Dog Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized boxer dog with dimensional features With a finely engraved matte body and high polish accents Featuring single cut diamonds bead set as collar Weighing approxi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Whimsical Brooch Circa 1900s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A wistful scene of an enamelled cherub rowing a diamond set boat with ruby set oars. This unique brooch is secured and fitted with pin and hook catch.
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
$3,898
H 0.6 in W 1.49 in
Antique 14ct Two Colour Gold Edwardian Ruby, Diamond & Abalone Pearl Swan Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Swan Brooch 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Introducing the exquisite Edwardian Swan Brooch, a true masterpiece of antique jewellery.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian 15K Gold & Platinum 0.57tgw Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian ruby, diamond, platinum and yellow gold brooch, comprising three cushion cut rubies, and two old mine cut diamonds, set in platinum, to a 15 karat yellow gold bar brooch...
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,500
W 1.15 in L 1.11 in
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Edwardian Style Circle Ribbon White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Brooch Information Style: Edwardian Width: 29 mm.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Pearl and Ruby Golf Club Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a playful brooch dating back the Edwardian period. Crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold, this brooch takes on the form of a golf club.
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,426Sale Price|20% Off
L 1.43 in
1910s Edwardian Natural Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Silver
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handcrafted Retro Trinity Brooch: Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire in 14K Gold & Silver Capture the romantic elegance of the past with this striking, Edwardian-style bar brooch.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Crescent 18 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stylish crescent brooch holds a total of 9 rubies and 10 diamonds. The rubies total approximately 65pts and the diamonds total aproximately 80pts. The brooch is modelled out of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Ruby & Diamond Riding Crop Brooch Circa 1900-10
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A beautiful pre 1917, Russian made riding crop brooch set with rose cut diamonds and synthetic rubies. Fitted and secured with a pin and hook catch. Hallmarked and stamped with Russi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Three Colour Gold, Edwardian Baby Chick Bar Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Chick Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Step back in time with this exquisite 15ct yellow gold Edwardian bar brooch, beautifully designed to capture the essence of timel...
Gold, 15k Gold
$13,950
H 4.29 in W 0.79 in D 0.79 in
EDWARDIAN 1900 Stick Pin In 18Kt Gold Platinum Diamonds Rubies & Moonstone
Located in Miami, FL
A late Victorian-Edwardian pin with moonstone rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18...
Edwardian Carved Moonstone Ruby Diamond Enamel Silver 14 Karat Gold Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the profile of an equestrian jockey featuring a carved moonstone face Measuring approximately 8.0 x 8.5 mm - colorless body with white adularescence Adorned with matching...
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Kirkpatrick Co 18K Gold Platinum Opal Diamond Ruby Pin Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Kirkpatrick Co 18K Gold Platinum Opal Diamond Ruby Pin Pendant. This incredible Edwardian Kirkpatrick Co diamond opal and ruby pendant and pin is crafted ...
White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
An Emerald, Opal And Ruby Blue Enamel 14k Gold Brooch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Emerald Opal Ruby Blue Enamel Gold Brooch. It depicts a shield like gold brooch with gold branches forming a wreath decorated with a blue enamel flowers bows. An oval Opal...
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$5,402
H 0.16 in W 0.5 in L 2.24 in
2.80 Carat Ruby, 0.50 Carat Diamond 9k Rose Gold Crescent Brooch Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An Edwardian ruby crescent brooch combines romantic symbolism with historical elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
$6,291
W 1.36 in L 1.34 in
Antique Ruby, Diamond, Pearl Luckenbooth Heart Crown Circle Brooch, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century, luckenbooth double witch's heart brooch, with one heart set with Burma rubies and the other set with old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, surmounted with a cor...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
$1,950Sale Price|25% Off
W 2.76 in L 1.19 in
14k Gold Ruby Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Bouquet Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Where nature meets timeless luxury. A radiant ruby forms the heart of the flower, symbolizing passion and beauty, while rich emerald leaves add a vibrant, earthy charm. The delicate ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
$5,402
H 0.24 in W 0.63 in L 2.13 in
Antique 0.26 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Pearl Silver Set Insect Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique ruby brooch has been silver set. The plain pointed bar brooch is ornamented to the centre with a pierced decorated, fly shaped setting.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
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.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Edwardian 0.50 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Platinum-Topped Gold Partridge Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Depicting a cute little partridge bird with a polished gold beak and feet Pavé set throughout by rose cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.50 carat; varied in quality Accented by ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Ruby Silver 18 Karat Gold Antique Fox Head Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional sterling silver fox head with pointed ears and baring teeth Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carat O color with VS2 clarity - b...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$15,228
W 1.5 in L 2.52 in
Antique Monkeys Diamond Natural Pearl Ruby Sapphire Brooch Silver Gold French
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique Circus Monkeys Diamond, Natural Pearl, Burmese Ruby and Sapphire Brooch in Silver and Gold by Bernard Zweig, France, circa 1905. Behold a rare and enchanting piece of jewelry...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Opal, Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.6 grams Diamond Details: .70ct, total weight. Antique single cut. G-H Color, VS Clarity. Opal...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.78Ct Ruby and 0.40Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.78 carat ruby and 0.40 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold and platinum set bow brooch; part of our diverse antique Edwardian jewellery collectio...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Dragonfly brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a truly spectacular statement brooch. Made of 18kt gold, silver and set with rubies, blue sapphires, emeralds, demantoid garnets and sparkling single cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$4,034
H 0.2 in W 0.2 in L 1.65 in
Antique 1.17 Carat Ruby 1.56 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Bar Brooch Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.17 carat ruby and 1.56 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold bar brooch; part of our diverse collection of antique Edwardian brooches.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Antique Ruby Dragon Stickpin of 14k Gold - Circa 1900
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking antique stickpin circa 1900, designed as a finely sculpted dragon crafted in 14 karat gold, gripping an early flux grown synthetic ruby cabochon in its mouth. The expressi...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 14k Gold, Ruby, & White Sapphire Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique stick pin. In 14 karat gold. Bezel set with a synthetic ruby and a smaller round cut white sapphire. Simply a wonderful stickpin! Date: 20th Century Overall Condi...
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$1,500
W 0.63 in D 0.6 in L 5.63 in
Antique Signed Sloan & Co 14K Gold Figural Bulldog Hat Pin with Ruby Eyes
By Sloan & Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique 14k gold & ruby hatpin. By Sloan & Co. With a figural bulldog top set tiny ruby cabochon eyes. The pin stem is gold plated. Simply a great pin for any bulldog love...
Ruby, 14k Gold
$2,940
H 0.82 in W 1.64 in
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian ADORE acrostic Brooch, Hallmarked Birmingham 1896
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique ADORE Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1896 Makers Mark EME A rare and highly charming Victorian “ADORE” brooch, hallmarked for Birmingham, 1896, and beauti...
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Bear Bar Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
The bear is rendered in warm gold tones with textured detailing to suggest fur, evoking the naturalistic whimsy popular in late Victorian and early Edwardian animal jewelry. The bran...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Baroque Pearl, Ruby and Enamel Dog Head Stick Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique baroque pearl, ruby, enamel, yellow gold and white gold stick pin, comprising one baroque pearl, two round cut rubies, and enamel, set in 18 karat yellow gold, to a 14 kar...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$410Sale Price|20% Off
L 2.17 in
Antique Dagger/Knife Stick Pin with Ruby and Rose Cut Diamonds in 18 Carat Gold
Located in London, GB
Detailed out of the ordinary antique yellow gold pin, with an edgy dagger sweet motif of a sharp yellow gold dagger sleek and smooth. The handles are crafted with such consideration,...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Rosecut Diamond Snake Stickpin of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A captivating antique stickpin dating to circa 1900, masterfully crafted in 14k gold. The design features an entwined pair of serpents—ancient symbols of wisdom and eternal love—each...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.58 in D 0.6 in L 1.66 in
Antique Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect Brooch Pendant 18 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect brooch is large and wearable as a pendant or brooch. The wings are tremblant, Diamonds are on blackened gold. Center Square Ruby is 1 carat,...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold , Edwardian Peridot & Seed Pearl Flower Pendant/Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Notably, the bail is removable and unhooks, allowing the piece to be worn either as a pendant or as a brooch — a wonderfully practical feature of fine Edwardian jewellery.
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold
Certified 40 Ct Ruby 8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A piece of Art . A perfect addition to your jewelry collection. This breathtaking piece is crafted with exquisite attention to detail, ensuring that it capture everyone's attention. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Diamond & Seed Pearl Pendant / Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl & Diamond Pendant/Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1910 *The chain is sold separately An ornate antique jewel crafted in yellow gold, designed to be worn...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$52,216Sale Price|25% Off
AIG Certified 47.00 Ct Burmese Ruby 8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A piece of Art . A perfect addition to your jewelry collection. This breathtaking piece is crafted with exquisite attention to detail, ensuring that it capture everyone's attention. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,124
W 2.13 in D 0.4 in
Antique Diamond Fox Head on Riding Crop Brooch Pin Gold Silver Rose Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This charming antique brooch was created in the Edwardian era around 1900.
Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian ruby and diamond brooch pendant, of diamond bow and ribbon design with calibre-cut rubies and heart shaped diamond drop, circa 1910, gross weight 12.6 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Edwardian Pearl Diamond and Ruby Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl diamond and ruby brooch, to the centre three pearls horizontally set with two swiss-cut diamonds in-between, surrounded by a marquise-shape frame encrusted with ca...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
An Edwardian ruby and diamond cluster brooch/pendant
Located in London, GB
Unmarked, tested as 18ct gold and platinum, the pin tested as 15ct gold. This extraordinary ruby and diamond convertible brooch-to-pendant, crafted during the Edwardian era, feature...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Diamond Verneuil Ruby 18 Carat Gold circa 1910 Brooch
Located in Lancaster , GB
This outstanding high quality antique Verneuil Ruby and Diamond brooch is Edwardian, Circa 1910 This is a stunning 2.50ct Verneuil Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Opal Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful example of American jewelry from the Edwardian period. A delicately carved opal flower, mounted in 18K gold with a ruby in the center, is placed upon a naturalistic diamo...
Opal, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Edwardian Sloan & Co Diamond Ruby Old Mine Diamond 14K Gold Horseshoe Brooch
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Edwardian Sloan & Co Diamond Ruby Old Mine Diamond 14K Gold Horseshoe Riding Crop Brooch Hunting Equestrian This beautiful antique 14K yellow gold horseshoe and riding crop pin wi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian 18k/Sterling Plique-À-Jour Sapphire, Ruby, & Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in Narberth, PA
This incredible and colorful Edwardian (ca1910s) era butterfly brooch is a wonderful example of the Plique à Jour craft!
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, E...
Unavailable
H 0.52 in L 1.66 in
Edwardian Gold Heart Shaped Opal, Ruby and Pearl Bar Brooch Circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A stunning early 20th century bar brooch hand crafted in 9ct yellow gold dating from circa 1905 with a central set opal cluster with ruby and pearls. This wonderful piece evokes all ...
Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold
Edwardian Large Gold Swallows Brooch
Located in London, GB
A beautiful large 15ct gold brooch containing five swallows from large to small along the main bar. In Classical Chinese paintings the swallow represented happiness and the arrival o...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 15k Gold
Antique Edwardian Dutch Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Platinum Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Munich, DE
The gorgous long bar pin was handcrafted circa 1910 in the Netherlands in 18 karat rose gold. The diamonds are set in platinum which is typical for that period. Three natural red rub...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable
H 1.8 in W 1.2 in
Edwardian Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Antique Enamel Classical Clown Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Out of all happiness faces, this clown has the most happiest face among our collection. He brings everyone a smiley face by turning side to side and sharing his smile. His nose sets ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Garnet, 18k Gold
Edwardian Pearl Diamond Multi Gem Set Crown Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
An excellent condition antique Edwardian style brooch crafted in 18kt white gold.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Stunning Diamond Natural Ruby Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Understated Beautiful Era Edwardian jewellery is one of the most rewarded jewellery era for its never-ending elegance and complex creative crafting This ravishing lavaliere pendant ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18k/Platinum Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Swan Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful diamond, pearl, and ruby swan pin from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! This lovely piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, and depicts a romantic swan. The torso o...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18k/Platinum Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Swan Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful diamond, pearl, and ruby swan pin from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! This lovely piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, and depicts a romantic swan. The torso o...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Rose Cut Diamonds and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Beautiful Rose Cut Diamond Butterfly brooch is handcrafted in Platinum, features rose cut diamonds of 2.68 carats, full cut diamonds of 0.44 carats and 2 small cabochon rubies ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
10k Gold Custom Antique Heart Arrow Brooch w/ Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
10k Gold Custom Antique Heart Arrow Brooch w/ Diamonds and Rubies Gorgeous Antique Brooch Features Garland with Bow Detailing on Arrow with Crowned Heart Ruby Cabochon Centerpiece wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold
Unavailable
H 2.49 in W 0.36 in D 0.4 in
18ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Fox Head 15ct Yellow Gold Pin with Cabochon Ruby Set
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Typically used in the Edwardian era as a pin or brooch whilst hunting, this Fox Head has been hand crafted in 18ct Yellow Gold, with Cabochon Ruby set eyes.
Ruby, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 0.16 in L 2.29 in
Bar Brooch 14 Karat Gold with Burma Rubies & White Enamel, Russian circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat yellow gold antique brooch of bar shape, set with Burma rubies, surrounded with white enamel.
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
H 0.79 in W 0.6 in L 1.97 in
Coldstream Guards Bar Brooch with Rubies Diamonds and Enamel, English circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Edwardian gold bar brooch of the badge of the Coldstream Guards, platinum set with a central Burma ruby cross, rose cut diamonds and a blue enamel cartouche with the wording Honi Soi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Turn of the Century Antique Citrine Ruby Pearl Diamond and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Lombard, IL
Sweet turn of the century antique citrine, pearl, ruby, diamond and yellow gold brooch containing one large faceted cushion cut citrine prong set centrally into a foliate motif ruby ...
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Multi-Gem Edwardian Butterfly Pin
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum on gold Edwardian Rose cut diamond butterfly pin containing approximately 7ct in diamonds with ruby, sapphire, emeralds and one pearl. Circa 1900.
Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique WW1 Recruiting Bands 1915 Diamond Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A superb, and highly unusual, antique brooch that would have been presented to a member of one of the British Army's Recruitment Bands - presumably for service in 1915. The letters a...
White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Silver
1910 Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Pin
Located in New York, NY
Gold backed Silver, set with European-cut diamonds and cabochon Ruby eyes
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Mother of Pearl, Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Turtle Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely 18 karat yellow gold Turtle Pin featuring a mother of pearl shell highlighted with small diamonds, rubies and demantoid garnets. Superb surface detail throughout - the head ...
Ruby, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Amazonite and Gold Snake Pin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful pin featuring a large amazonite in an 18k gold setting. Styled as a snake wrapping around itself, it is set with seven .07 round diamonds, one similarly sized ruby and one ...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1 in W 1.15 in D 0.25 in
Edwardian Platinum Spitz/Pomeranian Dog Brooch Set with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian sculptured platinum rose cut open set diamonds Spitz brooch, with old cut ruby eye and ruby collar.
Platinum
Outstanding Multi-Gem Pendant Brooch by Frederic Boucheron, circa 1890
Located in Warrington, PA
Outstanding Multi-Gem Pendant Brooch by Frederic Boucheron featuring an old mine cut and rose-cut diamond ribbon-bow, suspending a floral bouquet of variously-cut sapphires, rubies, ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we we have a classic crescent brooch dating back to the Edwardian era. This antique piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a moon crescent which plays ho...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Aspen, CO
The unheated Burma rubies are superb. There are approximately 4 cts. There are 16 diamonds with a center marquis cut diamond weighing .15 cts.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Edwardian Style Ruby and Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in London, GB
A modern ribbon bow brooch made in the Edwardian style, set with calibré-cut rubies and round brilliant-cut diamonds within an open, pierced design frame, mounted in 18ct white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Ruby, Diamond & Emerald Large Salamander Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Large Ruby, Diamond & Emerald Edwardian Salamander Brooch -18 karat yellow gold and sterling silver -1.18 carats Single Cut Diamonds -Cabochon Rubies -Life size (large 3.5 inches...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Diamond, Pearl and Ruby Bug Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet bug perched on this fine brooch and is encrusted with a total of 15pts worth of diamonds and has ruby eyes. The gorgeous bug appears to be carrying a glossy pearl also. Mo...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A beautiful little antique treasure, made of platinum over 18k yellow gold and decorated with approximately 5 carats of faceted red rubies, then complimented by a row of 19 rose cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Diamond Ruby Ribbon Bow Motif Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
This antique Edwardian brooch of sophisticated elegance is crafted in solid platinum, weighs 19.3grams and measures 3.5″ long x 2.4″ wide.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Opal and Ruby Edwardian style Vintage brooch / pendant
Located in Warminster, GB
This lovely Quality dainty brooch dates from 1960’s and set in 9k gold. A large oval, rich deep coloured natural opals is surrounded with six smaller opals and rubies. The back is ...
Opal, Ruby
Edwardian Rapier Sword Brooch with Ruby Demantoid Garnet
Located in London, England
An 18ct yellow gold Edwardian rapier brooch set with diamonds, demantoid garnets and a Burmese ruby.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian 5.48 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as ribboned bow with three dynamic loops and three dove tailed ends Centering an oval cut ruby weighing approximately 0.90 carat; transparent and medium-dark red ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sword Pendant Jabot Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pendant brooch is designed as a jabot style sword that can be removed from its scabbard to reveal a gold blade. Featuring a cushion cut ruby weighing approximately 0.40 carat - brigh...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French Edwardian Pave Diamond Platinum Bulldog Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a highly rendered French bulldog with a deeply textured finish Pavé set throughout by old European cut diamonds weighing in total approximately 2.56 carats; G ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Flower Basket Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Ruby, Emerald, and Diamond Flower Basket Brooch, platinum-topped 18K Gold mount.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Flower Bouquet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Edwardian brooch, with French Hallmark. Made in 18k yellow gold and platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
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H 0.41 in L 1.89 in
15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl & Ruby Crescent Moon Brooch Hallmarked Chester 1901
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Chester 1901 Introducing a timeless piece of elegance - a stunning 15ct gold Edwardian brooch.
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Edwardian French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Pearl Bar Brooch
Located in Great Neck, NY
A gorgeous Edwardian bar brooch in excellent condition. Features rubies, rose cut diamonds and a pearl in the center.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1900s Ruby Diamond Gold Three Cats Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cutest three-cats pin created in the 1900's. Made of 18k (stamped) yellow gold and accented with two diamonds and a ruby. The pin is 1.25" long and 0.75" high.
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.2 in W 1.3 in
Antique Edwardian 18k Gold Platinum Diamond Ruby Swallow Flying Bird Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (33) Natural Genuine Rubies - Calibre Square Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Red Color - Most Likely Burma No Heat (2) Red Stones - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Red Color...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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W 0.36 in L 0.98 in
Edwardian Antique Natural Ruby & Old Mine Cut F/VS 0.14ctw Diamond Brooch 14K
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A subtle treasure dating to the Edwardian era (1901-1915) this brooch is sumptuous in every way.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Ruby Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Hound Dog Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered yellow gold hound dog with engraved fur and grooved features Depicted walking with pointed nose and wearing a channel set step cut ruby collar Weighing ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby Pearl 15 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Baroque Bird Bar Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a yellow gold bar centering a baroque pearl styled as a bird Cream body color with strong iridescence - measuring 11.0 x 16.0 mm With yellow gold feet and tail feathers w...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 2.66 CTW Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Horseshoe Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a platinum-topped horseshoe shape featuring bead set cushion cut rubies throughout Weighing approximately 2.48 carats total - transparent medium red in color Alternating...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Ruby Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Horse Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a galloping horse with diamonds set throughout and a round cut ruby eye Set with old European and Swiss cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 0.55 carat. GHI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold French Bulldog Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stickpin is designed as a highly rendered enamel painted French bulldog head. Fur is transparent matte brown guilloche over an engraved linear pattern. With opaque white and black fe...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Edwardian Diamond Ruby Onyx Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Gold Owl Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an owl's face with a wildly feathered brow and carved onyx beak Accented by round cut ruby eyes weighing approximately 0.05 carat; bright purplish-red With old European...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Carved Ruby Diamond Platinum Double Clips
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Clearly created in the same era as Cartier’s iconic "Tutti Frutti" collections, this beautifully-preserved pair of platinum double clips combines mixed cuts of white diamonds with ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Edwardian French Enamel Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Cat Jack-In-The-Box Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch designed as a jack-in-the-box bursting from its box surprising a cat Box is striped with blue and white enamel with no loss, consistent with age, wear, and use Both figures ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Edwardian Gold and Gem Set Bug Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1915 14K Yellow Gold Bug Brooch, set with 2 Carats of Old Cut Diamonds and further accented with Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
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H 2.5 in W 0.45 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.65 in L 0.65 in
18 Karat Gold Diamond Ruby Horse Antique Edwardian Pin Brooch E Woodman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 karat yellow and white gold diamond and ruby horse stick pin The body of the horse pave set with diamonds and a ruby as eye accent Diamonds weighing approximately 0.45 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Ballerina GIA Burma No-Heat Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Antique Edwardian ballerina brooch is a breathtaking work of art.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Edwardian Pave Diamond Platinum Pig Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pig with a shining corkscrew tail and ruby eye accent Pavè set throughout by single cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 0.75 carat; eye-clean and white Test...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Circle Brooch
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A gold circle brooch set with oval cut sapphires, rubies, emeralds and in between each stone 2 old cut diamonds, numbered: 13255 circa 1910. weight: 8 grams diameter: 2.7 cm
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$10,558
Size: 42 I (Vintage)
DOLCE & GABBANA Fall 1991 Runway Multicoloured Crystal-Embellished Mini Skirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Munich, DE
"You can not beat Dolce & Gabbana early '90s, especially these [crystal-embellished] looks", said Kim Kardashian when presenting the Kim x Dolce & Gabbana collection for Spring/Summe...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
NEW Alexander McQueen 2008 Exotic Pink Evening Dress Tribute to Isabella Blow 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE PIECE UNIQUE COLLECTOR'S ITEM BY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FOR HIS SPRING SUMMER 2008 RUNWAY COLLECTION TRIBUTE TO ISABELLA BLOW 2DIE4 PYTHON SNAKESKIN DRESS BY ALEXANDER ...
$12,035
Size: Modern day UK 10 - FR 38
Vivienne Westwood Black Velvet Corset Waistcoat and Maxi Skirt Set, SS 1995
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood black velvet evening ensemble. Halter neck double breasted waistcoat with built in corset and signature gold orb buttons, and fishtail maxi skirt. Spring-Summer 1995
$19,990
H 6.75 in W 3 in
Christian Dior Lady Dior Bag Niloticus Crocodile Himalaya White Crystal Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in Aventura, FL
This is an authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR Niloticus Crocodile Himalaya Crystal Small Lady Dior in White. This stunning tote is beautifully crafted of crocodile leather in a creamy white. T...
Vivienne Westwood Vintage F/W1991 Dressing Up White Gold Satin Boulle Corset Top
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is an iconic Vivienne Westwood corset from the Autumn/Winter 1991 "Dressing Up" collection, showcasing the designer's renowned craftsmanship and attention to detail. This long-s...
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
$1,975
W 3 in L 2.75 in
Antique Victorian Krementz Amethyst Pearl Pendant Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold by Krementz. Oval faceted amethyst measures 21mm x 11m...
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Birmingham, Date Letter Worn 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two old-cut diamonds in alternatin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$39,920
H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in
Chanel 1992 Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage Square Top Handle Train Case Vanity Decor Jewelry Box Year: 1992 {Vintage 33 Years} 24K Gold plated hardware Black quilted diamond quilted leather Leather and...
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Alligator Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Alligator Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG129 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: (U) Age: 1991 ...
rare VERSACE 2022 Runway metal mesh chainmail Medusa safety pin top skirt IT38
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VERSACE 2022 Runway green purple metal mesh chainmail Medusa safety pin top skirt IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/D01069 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2022 - Ru...
Hermes Mini Kelly II 20 Vert d'eau Matte Alligator Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This Hermes Kelly, in the Sellier style, is in Vert D’Eau Matte Alligator leather with gold hardware and has tonal stitching, two straps with front toggle closure, single rolled hand...
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2011 Runway floral laser cut cropped leather jacket IT40
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2011 Runway black floral laser cut cropped leather jacket IT40 S Reference: MAEA/A00006 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: Spring Summ...
Vintage American Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl Lapel Pin
Located in New York, NY
A Flourish of Early 20th-Century Elegance Capture the spirit of the Art Nouveau era with this Vintage American 14K Yellow Gold Lapel Pin, adorned with iridescent enamel and a baroque...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Chanel 1994 Vintage Runway Waist Fanny Pack Belt Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Collectible Vintage Belt Bag Waist Bag 1994 Vintage Gold hardware CC turnlock Dark brown quilted lambskin leather Adjustable hook belt Made in France
Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.
Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.
During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.
Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.
Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.
Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.
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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.
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This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
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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.