Antique Sterling Silver Bohemian Garnet and Pearl Beetle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique brooch is crafted in sterling silver and designed in the form of a beetle, a whimsical yet symbolic motif popular in period jewelry.
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Beetle Brooch Citrine Garnet Seed Pearls Gilt Silver / 2.1gr
Located in SE
Antique ca. early XX cent. Beetle Brooch modeled as an Insect that looks like a beetle, skillfully assembled by from many separate parts.
Pearl, Citrine, Garnet, Gold, Silver
19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely 19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle. Realistically modeled with large cabochon garnet set in high gold prongs with body elements all detailed in rose and rough cu...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
14K Rose Gold Diamond and Multi Gemstone Beetle Brooch #25486
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Rose Gold Diamond and Gemstone Beetle Brooch JAGi Certified- Celebrate nature with this captivating 14K rose gold beetle brooch, exquisitely crafted with vibrant gemstones and d...
Diamond, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold
H 0.69 in W 2.4 in
Antique Victorian French 18K Gold Diamond Ruby Garnet Pearl Scarab Beetle Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
The brooch features a large beetle design that shows incredible detail and is neatly set with fine stones throughout.
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
French Victorian Garnet Pearl Ruby Silver-Topped 18 Karat Gold Beetle Bar Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a stylized beetle with garnet cabochon wings; deeply reddish-purple Accented by 1.5 mm round natural freshwater pearls, cream in body color with very good luster Heavily ...
Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...
Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Gold Insect Beetle Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
A vintage mid-century insect brooch / pin is finely modeled in platinum and 18K yellow gold and set with perfectly matched Russian Uralian demantoids, sparkling white old European cu...
Diamond, Garnet
Tiffany & Co. Antique Garnet and Diamond Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A unique 14 karat yellow gold Antique beetle brooch featuring Garnet wings, emerald eyes and 20 old-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.75 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 14k Gold
Antique Moonstone, Ruby, Diamond and Garnet Beetle Brooch 15 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian 15 karat gold beetle brooch. The insect is crafted from 15 karat gold and silver and has a diamond set carapace with a garnet at the end.
Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling ...
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Victorian Scarab Beetle Insect Brooch Pin set with magnificent Bohemian Garnet gems.
Garnet, Silver, Vermeil, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian Beetle Paste Garnet Brooch Silver, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This unusual antique Victorian beetle brooch is, Circa 1880. The wonderful brooch is adorned in Paste Stones and 2 Garnets as the beetles eyes.
Garnet, Gold, Silver
Antique Art Nouveau Garnet Paste Silver Gold Gilt Scarab Beetle Brooch
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
An exquisite antique Art Nouveau brooch from the Victorian era depicting a wonderful Scarab Beetle which is beautifully engraved with wings out stretched at each side.
Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian Garnet Beetle Pin Cut Steel Legs, circa 1780
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Georgian Insect pin is displaying a fabulous large Garnet Beetle that is encrusted with cut steel. Over 250 years old the lovely deep Cabochon Garnet is over 15ct in ...
Garnet, Cut Steel
Vintage style rose cut Diamond garnet Sterling silver Bee Brooch pin
Located in Delhi, DL
This Gorgeous Garnet Diamond brooch is a unique handcrafted art. It brings back the memory of the Victorian era. It has been crafted in 925 sterling silver with 18K Gold Plating over...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bug / Insect Brooch with Semi Precious Stones
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bug / Insect Brooch with Semi Precious Stones 5.75 grams total weight.
14k Gold
$3,872
W 1.15 in L 2.37 in
Vintage Red Coral Green Tourmaline Natural Diamond Scarab Beetle 14K Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An extraordinary and highly important vintage naturalistic statement brooch depicting a magnificent scarab beetle. Masterfully handcrafted in solid 14k yellow gold, this substantial ...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold & Sterling Silver Beetle Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds Onyx & Ruby
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the Edwardian era, this large and impressive Rhinoceros beetle brooch is encrusted with Rose Cut diamonds on an 18k gold and sterling silver body. The insect’s head and antenna...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$8,500
W 16.93 in L 18.12 in
Antique Egyptian Scarab Brooch Ruby Sapphire Diamonds Citrine Garnet Gilt Silver
Located in SE
Antique Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt / Fold Filled Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 11 natural Sapphires , 28 natural Diamonds, one Citrine and a...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver
Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch from the mid 19th Century. Nicely proportioned with pave rose cut garnets and seed pearl eyes. Great quality. 2.5" x 1.5". 1860's USA.
Garnet, Gilt Metal
Antique Rock Crystal Bug Brooch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Colorful Victorian rock crystal bug brooch in delightful colors of red and purple set in silver. Fun to wear alone on a lapel or with companions on one's shoulder. The pin measures 1...
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage style Rose cut Diamond Sterling silver ruby emerald Pearl Bee Brooch pin
Located in Delhi, DL
This Gorgeous Queen Bee Diamond Sapphire brooch is a unique handcrafted art. It brings back the memory of the Victorian era. It has been crafted in 925 sterling silver with 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Antique Clover Brooch
Located in Wilmslow, England
This shimmering brooch was created in the mid to late 1800s, most likely in the kingdom of Bohemia. Condition Report: Very Good - A couple of very tiny garnets are missing from the...
Garnet
$1,907
W 0.6 in L 1.3 in
1970s Gilbert Albert 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pearl Scarab Insect Brooch Pendant
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an insect shape brooch designed by Swiss jeweller Gilbert Albert in 1970s. The piece is crafted in 18K gold, features diamond (round brilliant cut, 0.04ct, RW, SI) and cultur...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Noveau Silver and Garnet Brooch by Bernard Hertz
By Bernhard Hertz
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful Art Noveau silver brooch with garnet stones. Large size with two sections attached with a hoop. Deep red garnets with a subtle sheen.
Garnet, Silver
Hand Made Antique Bee 14k Yellow Gold Brooch with Garnet and Pearl
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
This antique handmade bee brooch is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, showcasing exquisite vintage workmanship and fine detail. The body is accented with a rich garnet stone, while a...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Bee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century rose diamond and ruby bee set on a pearl capped staff. Charming subject matter typical of Victorian novelties.
Excellent condition.
Diamond, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
$670
W 1.03 in D 0.28 in L 1.66 in
Antique Victorian Insect Beetle Brooch Carnelian Pearl Glass Silver Gilt
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Victorian brooch is designed in the naturalistic style popular in the last quarter of the 19th century. The expressive beetle was handcrafted in the 1880's out of silver. The in...
Pearl, Silver
2.8 CT Sapphire Old Mine Diamond Ruby Insect Bug Fly Brooch Victorian Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality antique Victorian - Art Nouveau Insect, Bee, Fly Brooch Pin set with Sapphires, Diamonds and Rubies in silver atop 12 Karat Yellow Gold. The magnificent ins...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Italian 18K Yellow Gold Ladybug Brooch with Rubies, Diamonds, and Enamel
Located in Perugia, IT
A charming and elegant Italian brooch in the shape of a ladybug, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and set with small rubies and diamonds. The brooch has a hidden clasp that allows it ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AUSTRIAN HUNGARIAN 1915 Enameled Beetle Watch Ring In 18Kt Gold & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A rare Austrian-Hungarian watch ring. This is an extremely rare and unusual clock-ring, created in the early 20th century during the Austrian-Hungarian empire period, circa 1915. Th...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Enamel
$1,568Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.75 in L 0.72 in
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Swan Brooch with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (Stamped 585, maker’s mark) Gemstones: Brilliant-cut Diamonds, approx. 0.65 carat total weight; Vibrant Ruby accents Weight: 3.52 grams Measurements: Approx. 0...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Slack Signed 14K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Cat Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate whimsical luxury with this charming Slack signed 14K yellow gold Emerald and Diamond Cat Brooch, a beautifully crafted designer piece that blends playful artistry with time...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Topaz Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Topaz Pendant Brooch set in 10k gold. Simple, elegant design of oval and round sherry colored topazes set into almost invisible crown settings. Behind, a loop on a hinge hi...
Topaz, 10k Gold
Art Deco Carved Coral Bird and Fruit Clip
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Carved Coral Clip of birds and fruits set in sterling. Hand carved in China circa 1920 in a pierced design. Works well as a pendant clipped on beads. 1.25" x 75". 19...
Coral, Sterling Silver
$1,775 / set
W 1 in L 1.88 in
Pair 19th Century Carved Coral Rosebud and Leaf 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Very fine quality antique carved red coral and 14K yellow gold Rosebud earrings 19th Century Each earring composed of delicately hand carved coral rosebuds and foliage ideal for a fa...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chicago Arts & Crafts Signed Sterling Silver & Bloodstone Cabochon Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed, antique Chicago Arts & Crafts signet ring. In sterling silver. From the Art Metal Shops. Set with a round bloodstone cabochon and decorated with applied/stylized le...
Jasper, Sterling Silver
Georgian 18k Gold Blue Enamel Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1790s
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and foliate decoration, closed back settings throughout, with engraved bright-cut decoratio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold
Antique Gemstone Giardinetti Flower Basket Conversion Necklace
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This remarkable giardinetti or “little garden” pendant (circa 1820–1850) exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of the Georgian to early Victorian era. The jewel depicts an urn over...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 14K Gold Snake Bracelet with Pearls & Ruby Eyes, Circa 1860
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This amazing 14K yellow gold snake bracelet is special. It is a heavy weight gold chain with a gorgeous snake head decorated with Pearls and Ruby eyes and a heart locket hangs from ...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
$4,500
Size: none; comparable to size L
Edwardian White Irish Crochet and Cotton Walking or Wedding Suit – L, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A museum-quality piece of extreme rarity, this turn-of-the-century walking suit is exceptional for its extraordinary workmanship, condition, atypical silhouette and unheard-of large ...
Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless French Sequin Art Deco Gown sewn on cotton tulle. Nude iridescent gelatin sequins cover the entire gown completely. There are sequined Art Deco diamond motifs ab...
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
H 2 in W 2 in
Trifari Art Deco Carved Glass Fruit Salad Flower Basket Brooch c 1930s
By Trifari
Located in University City, MO
Trifari Art Deco exquisite carved glass fruit salad flower basket brooch c 1930s Embellished with a collection of jewel tone carved glass flowers in emerald green, sapphire blue & ru...
Rhodium
Victorian Essex Crystal Reverse Intaglio Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Sights Beautiful example of Victorian period Essex Crystal reverse intaglio ring depicting birds into natural scene like a window on Eden garden, beautiful carving highly detail...
Crystal, 18k Gold
Elegant Art Deco Beaded Chiffon Tunic Dress
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Tunic Dress of black silk chiffon with diamond and radiating patterns of iridescent purple beads throughout. Sheer dress slips over the head with sides open to hip w...
Antique Ring Watch 18 Karat Diamonds Circa early 1900's working watch ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Estimate from the Georgian era over 100 years old ! real 18k gold and real rose cut diamonds Natural Diamonds. Working Watch. the movement was replaced for a new and working (swiss m...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage and antique garnet jewelry has been around for a long time.
Garnets have been used for adornment going all the way back to the Bronze Age. While we will never know if garnets can be used to prevent plagues or heal warriors, as has been suggested, we do know that both the Egyptians and the Romans felt that it was a worthy stone to set in gold for their nobility. In more “recent” times, garnets were ubiquitous in Victorian jewelry. The “G” in REGARD rings, the equivalent of the modern-day engagement ring, implied garnet.
Garnets were also highly valued in the region of Bohemia. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has in its collection an antique hairpin with Bohemian pyrope garnets from the Czech Republic. Bohemian pyrope got its name from Bohuslav Balbín, sometimes referred to as the “Czech Pliny,” in 1679. Abundant in the region, it was used often in jewelry during this time. In fact, it became so popular that in 1762, Empress Marie Terezie forbade its export. Stonecutting workshops opened in several regions across Bohemia, and pyrope became the country’s mineralogical symbol. While there was never a decline in its popularity, it was only in the mid-20th century that garnets enjoyed a revival.
Garnets can come in many shapes and sizes — one of the largest ever discovered is a 68.82-carat Tsavorite garnet. This stone is also in the collection of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, Brazil’s mines are rich in garnets, including spessartine, which can also be found in the Myanmar area, recognized for a specific shade of reddish-orange. While red garnets are the most popular, garnets actually come in a medley of colors.
Find a collection of antique and vintage garnet rings, necklaces and other jewelry today 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.
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