French Art Deco 2.30ct Diamond Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This stunning French diamond brooch showcases the Art Deco style of the 1920s.
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Art Deco 2.30ct Diamond Brooch, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This stunning French diamond brooch showcases the Art Deco style of the 1920s.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Carvin French Paraiba Tourmaline Chrysoprase Diamond Brooch
By Carvin French
Located in New York, NY
Carvin French Paraiba tourmaline chrysoprase diamond brooch Rose-cut diamond of 1.30 carat, Paraiba tourmaline of approximately 7 carats, 18 karat white gold Size: width 2 inches,...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chaumet Retro Brooch 18k Gold Diamond Pin Estate Jewelry
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A French chic retro diamond brooch by Chaumet Paris made of 18 karat gold and platinum.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Midcentury French Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The quality and design associated with French jewelers is evident in this stunning brooch.
Diamond, Platinum
French Retro Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic vintage gold diamond Brooch - French work from the 1960s. Our opinion : A lovely diamond brooch of the 1960s featuring a floral theme typical of that period.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Diamond Gold Sunflower Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A special brooch made in France of a blossomed sunflower. It features 1.50 carats of round cut diamonds set in the center of each flower.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
French made 18k yellow gold flower brooch, adorned with approx. 0.55ctw Si/H diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco French diamond butterfly brooches
Located in New York, NY
France. Each brooch is pavé-set with diamonds and formed with outspread wings, the surfaces articulated with a mix of round and rose-cut stones that create texture and brilliance ac...
Diamond, Platinum
French Victorian Diamond Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Victorian French diamond and gold dragonfly brooch circa 1890
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier diamond bar brooch, French, circa 1920.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond bar brooch. Horizontally set with a single row of thirty six round rose cut diamonds in open back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.50 carats, to...
Diamond, Platinum
French Victorian Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
The original early Victorian brooch originated in France circa 1870-80. It is made with silver applied on gold, like many pieces from that period.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
French Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Clip Brooch
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This knockout diamond set clip brooch was made in France during the Art Deco period.
Diamond, Platinum
Chaumet Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch, 29.25ct, France
By Chaumet
Located in Queens, NY
Chaumet Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch, featuring two prong set emeralds, weighing approx. 13.00 carats and 2.50 carats respectively, larger emerald framed by ten channel set baguet...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique French 4.53 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Art Deco French 4.53 carat diamond and platinum brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
French 1960s Retro Diamond Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This yellow gold brooch depicts a fern leaf adorned with a cultured pearl with a pearly white luster. The clasp is a pin with a s...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Massive Victorian French Diamond Gold Serpent Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rose diamond eyes. 1860's France. Approx. 5". Excellent condition.
Diamond, 18k Gold
French 1.50 Carat Diamond Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Delicate Flower Brooch The brooch is 18K White Gold There are 1.50 Carats in Diamonds E/F VS The brooch measures almost 1.25" in Diameter The brooch has French Gold Marks a...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Art deco diamond brooch, French, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Art deco diamond brooch. Set to centre with one round old cut diamond in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 0.85 carats, surrounded by 45 round old cut diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
French Art Deco Diamond Brooch, circa 1920
Located in Uccle, BE
18K White gold Brooch. Brooch circa 1920 set with an old cut center diamond of approximately 0.90 Carats and approximately 3.00 Carats 8/8 cut diamonds ( H color - Vs clarity). T...
Diamond, 18k Gold
French Diamond Emerald Gold Elephant Pin-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun, cute and excellently crafted piece. This elephant brooch features round brilliant cute diamonds set on the elephant’s ears and tusk as well as one emerald used as its eye.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Oval Brooch with French & Mixed-Cut Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This brooch features an elegant oval design adorned with a series of white diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
French Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Sapphire Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A magnificent French Art Deco brooch finely crafted in platinum, showcasing a harmonious blend of geometric precision and timeless elegance.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Brooch 2.90 Carats
Located in Monaco, MC
This extraordinary vintage brooch represents the pinnacle of French mid-century jewelry craftsmanship, showcasing the sculptural elegance and technical mastery that made French haute...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$24,500
French Cameo Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding the elegance of the Victorian era, this exquisitely carved French agate cameo features a neoclassical maiden in profile, adorned with a delicate floral crown. Her serene expr...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
French Retro Emerald Diamond Gold brooch by Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
Large French made 18k gold Retro brooch, with vibrant emeralds and approx. 2.80-3.00ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
French Mid Century Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
French made, Midcentury 18k gold brooch, with approx. 0.50ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
French 1900s Diamond and Yellow Gold Griffin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique diamond griffin brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1920s French 2.06 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique French 2.06 carat diamond and platinum brooch; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
1890s French platinum and diamond brooch with approx 7c diamonds
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 1890s platinum brooch is adorned with approximately 7 carats rose gold and old European cut diamonds. There is a central stone of approximately 1 carat accented by tap...
Diamond, Platinum
French 14k Gold Garnet with Diamonds Brooch
Located in New York, NY
FRENCH 14K GOLD GARNET WITH DIAMONDS BROOCH -Metal: 14k Gold -Brooch Dimension: 44.1mm x 27mm -Garnet: 5ct, 11.5mm x 10.5mm -Diamonds: 0.06ct, Old Miners -Weight: 7 gr
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Stunning french Diamond 1950 Clip Brooch in Platinum
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Exquisite Platinum und white gold brooch set with 6 old cut diamonds of approximately 9.00 ct, 28 Diamond baguettes of ca. 5.00 ct, 11 old european cut Diamonds of ca. 3.00 ct, and 1...
Diamond, Platinum
French 19th Century Fine Pearls Diamonds Shaking Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion : this fabulous antique brooch with fine pearls and diamonds was probably part of a transformable antique jewel of a much larger size that has been separated over time.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, ...
Antique French Platinum Diamond Floral Brooch, Circa 1910, 0.74ct
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique French 0.74 carat diamond and platinum, 9 karat yellow gold floral brooch; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond French Horn Brooch 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Diamond French Horn Brooch 14k Yellow Gold ♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Victorian Antique Porcelain Diamond Gold Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The 14k yellow gold frame features 1.20 carats of antique cut diamonds. Hand fabricated, this piece can be worn as a brooch or add a chain to the bail and wear it as a pendant.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique French 0.45 carat sapphire and 0.93 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collection...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Turquoise and Diamond Grasshopper Brooch in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive vintage gemstone brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French 18 Karat White Gold Spiral Diamonds Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic vintage jewel - French work from the 1970s. Our opinion: This vintage white gold diamond brooch can be worn at different angles depending on the look you wish to give it.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Platinum Diamond Flower Brooch, 29.15ct, Retro Style, France
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent flower brooch embellished with diamonds and made in platinum. Designed as two flowers set "en tremblant" in the centers with 2 round diamonds weighing approximately 5.50 ...
White Diamond, Platinum
French 1960s Diamond Emerald Sapphire Flower Knot Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
French made, circa 1960s 18k gold flower brooch, featuring knot design and movable flower heads.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold
French 1960s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic antique jewel - French work of the years 1960. Our opinion : The flat frame of this antique diamond brooch makes it easy to wear on any kind of support: jacket, blouse, hat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$18,000Sale Price|20% Off
8.05 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond French Made Flower Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
An extremely vibrant French made Diamond flower brooch! The brooch contains 112 round brilliant Diamonds, weighing 8.05 carats total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Belle Époque Platinum Diamond Horseshoe Brooch, Circa 1910, France
Located in Braintree, GB
A finely crafted Belle Époque diamond brooch designed in the form of an open horseshoe, delicately pavé-set with old-cut diamonds throughout. The symmetrical openwork design features...
Diamond, Platinum
French 18K YG Emerald Ruby and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous mid 20th century French dragonfly brooch expertly crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold, designed with sculptural rope-twist detailing and vibrant gemstone accents.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine and Diamond Retro Leaf Brooch, Sasportas, France, 1960s
By Sasportas
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A citrine and diamond retro leaf brooch made by Sasportas, France, ca. 1960s.
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Vintage Diamond Platinum Ribbon Brooch, Circa 1950's
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous vintage brooch is beautifully pavé set with a mix of round brilliant cut diamonds and old cut diamonds, all mounted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Wiese Spirit French Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic antique jewel - French work of the 1900s, brooch Art Nouveau. Our opinion: Dull gold work is characteristic of this artistic style which lasted only about 20 years.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 18k Gold Platinum Diamond 'En Tremblant' Brooch
Located in New York, NY
French 18k Gold Platinum Diamond 'En Tremblant' Brooch This extraordinary circa 1970s French brooch features a flower design with moveable petals that will close into a bud or open ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1950s French 18 carat gold aquamarine and diamond brooch
Located in London, GB
This beautiful brooch made in France in 1950s is made of 18 carat gold and features a single emerald cut aquamarine of approximately 12 carats and a total of 0.25 carat single cut di...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique French seed pearl and 0.25 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of Two Diamond Sapphire Ruby Flower Brooches, France
Located in New York, NY
A pair of two elegant brooches featuring mystery-set sapphires, rubies and round and baguette diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique French Double Owl Diamond, Hessonite Garnet and Emerald Brooch
Located in London, GB
A French antique double owl brooch, with rose-cut diamonds pavé set, in silver, with the breasts represented by faceted hessonite garnets and the eyes set with cabochon-cut emeralds,...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver
French Art Deco Onyx and Diamonds Platinum Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
Weight: 11.31gr Metal: 18kt white gold and platinum Condition: Very Good Stones: 1 Diamond • Total carat weight: 0.80ct approximately • Cut: Old European • Colour: H/I • Clarity...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Twin Clip Brooch, Convertible, French Hallmarked
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A spectacular French Art Deco platinum double-clip brooch set with approximately 22.00 carats of fine diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique French 5.00 Carat Diamond Star Cross Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have an charming brooch dating back to the Victorian period. An open 18ct yellow gold frame plays host to an exceptional ensemble of diamonds. A trio of old cut stones sit at...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French 2.90 Carat Diamond and Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 2.90 Carat diamond and 0.40 Carat emerald, 18k yellow gold flower spray brooch; part of our diverse brooch collection.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
French, Rose Gold, Diamond & Pearl Brooch Pendant, Circa 1850
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Marked - acid tested as 18 karat gold and silver along with French marks Measures - 9cm long x 3.5cm wide Total diamond weight - 1.625 carat Total weight of piece - 26.94 grams T...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage French 1.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive French 1.70 carat emerald and 0.39 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelr...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
French Art Deco Platinum Diamond Double Clip Brooch, 5.50 Carats
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Details • Period: Art Deco • Origin: France (attributed) • Date: circa 1928-1935 • Metal: Platinum • Total of 180 Diamonds Est VS-VVS Clarity, H-I-J-K Colour • 156 eight-cut d...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Nouveau Antique Seagull Diamond Enamel Gold Brooch France
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The seagull is a fine example for French Art Nouveau jewellery around 1895 to 1900.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Platinum
Unavailable
8 Carats Diamonds French Vintage Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very lovely brooch, French made circa 1950. You can convert into two clip brooches.
Diamond
1950s French Diamond Gold Plume Brooch
Located in Lisbon, PT
A gold brooch shaped as a plume and decorated with interspersed brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold
French Retro Diamond and Ruby Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite ruby and diamond Retro brooch features over 3.00 carats of European cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
French Diamond Yellow Gold Star Brooch
Located in Barcelona, ES
Yellow gold and diamond star brooch. French gold marks Central diamond is an antique cushion cut 0.75ct approx.
Diamond, Gold
1950s French Platinum Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Brisbane City, Queensland
Original French Diamond-set flower spray brooch in Platinum circa 1950's with a double pin fitting with safety mechanisms.
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Stunning French Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
French, around 1920. Art Déco typical design. Set with 53 old- cut and rose-cut diamonds with an overall weight of ca. 2.65 carat. Mounted in platinum. Hallmarked with the eagle’s he...
Diamond, Platinum
French Ruby Diamond Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat gold clip brooch of a turtle with rubies, diamonds and sapphires.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
French Large Diamond and Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Southampton, NY
22 round-cut diamonds make up the center of this large French floral brooch from the Sixties.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Tiffany & Co France Gold Diamond Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold 1960s brooch by Tiffany & Co made in France. With approx. 1.10ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Gold
Antique Gold and Diamond French "Chimère" Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very beautiful antique brooch, made in France circa 1890. Made in yellow gold 18k and set with an old mine cut diamond of 0.50 carat approximately.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Rubys and Diamonds Antique French Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very beautiful antique brooch, made in France circa 1870. Made in rose gold 18k and silver.
Diamond, Ruby
Unavailable
Gold and Diamonds French Vintage Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gold and Diamonds French Vintage Brooch Very beautiful brooch, made in France circa 1945.
French Gold and Diamond Entremblant Flower Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
The charming French 18kt yellow gold entremblant flower brooch, with leaves of fine mesh work centered with 9 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.66cts, G-H color, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Gold and Diamonds French Vintage Bird Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
One lovely vintage brooch. The bird is very cute. Made in France circa 1960.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2 Carats Diamonds Antique French Crescent Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
French hallmarks for platinum (the old man) and gold (the shell).
Diamond
2 Carats Diamonds Antique French Crescent Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
French hallmarks for platinum (the old man) and gold (the shell).
Diamond
Unavailable
Gold and Diamonds French Belle Epoque Brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very lovely antique brooch, made in France circa 1900. Made in white gold 18k (eagle head hallmark).
Diamond, Gold
Art Deco Diamonds Line Brooch in Platinum, French Art Deco Brooch
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco diamonds line brooch in platinum 850. Bar brooch decorated with a line of twenty-three old-cut diamonds , arranged in fall: they join in the centre on a more important diam...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Nouveau French Ruby Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Middleton, WI
This antique Art Nouveau ruby and diamond dragonfly brooch was handcrafted in France around 1890.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
A Luscious French Opaline, Diamond & Gold Brooch
Located in London, GB
The remaining four succulent grapes hang down and the stems where three have been eaten are capped with diamonds. A masterpiece in jewelry design. Two well modeled Gold vine leave...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco French Large Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
Large brooch in platinum designed as belt buckle set with round and square cut diamonds, the center one around 1.25 ct. Total weight of diamonds around 22 carats. The pin is in 18k...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Carvin French 1.75 Carat Diamond 18k Gold Brooch
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
French Designer "Carvin" 18k Gold Yellow andPlatinum 950 1.75 Carat Diamond Brooch is of the highest quality.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Fine French Tremblant Diamond Floral Blossom Brooch
Located in Blowing Rock, NC
Set with 298 round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 14.00 carats. This magnificent piece is one of a kind, and will be sure catch the eye of any true connoisseur. Weight 43g.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Griffin Rose Cut Diamond Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Middleton, WI
Fabulously detailed both front and back, this circa 1890 French Griffin brooch looks like it might fly away at any moment.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian French Sapphire Diamond Brooch Platinum J.Chaumet
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
The Brooch is hand made and set with Diamonds and a trilogy of best cut natural blue Sapphires.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
French Diamond Gold Platinum Dress Clip Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
This is a rare 7cts old-mine cut diamond, platinum and white gold scroll clip brooch. 950°/oo) platinum and 18ct (750°/oo) white gold Dress clip brooch ornated with a scrolling ba...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
7 Carats Diamonds French Art Deco Clip brooch
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very beautiful French Art deco clip. Made in white gold and Platinum. Set with two principal diamonds who weights approximately 2.20/ 2.40 carats each. They are good quality H/I co...
Diamond, Platinum
11 Carat White Diamonds Flower French Brooch or Pin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful french brooch consists over 150 round white diamonds with approximatley 11 carats.
Diamond
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.