Antique 19th Century Sapphire Ruby Diamond Bee Insect Animal Brooch Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th Century Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Bee Brooch in Silver and Gold. A captivating 19th-century insect brooch modeled as a bee, crafted with remarkable realism in silver-t...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Bee Brooch with Square Yellow Sapphires, Diamonds, Ruby Eyes in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold sapphire bee pin. The body of the bee has 67 invisibly set square cut natural yellow sapphires with an approximate total weight of 8.71 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Sapphire with Diamond Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Sapphire 6.97 carats with Diamond 0.69 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 4.6 cm Length: 3.6 cm Total Weight: 12.11 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Opal Diamond Ruby Antique Style Honey Bee 18K Yellow White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A diamond bee brooch, in the form of a bumble bee in flight, the delicately flying wings, domed body and stretched legs encrusted with two opal on its body, round cut diamonds, with ...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold and Green Tourmaline Kinetic Bee Brooch with Pearls and Rubies
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine figural 14k gold bee (or insect) brooch with wings that move.
Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful sapphire and diamond bee brooch set in 18k yellow and white gold. The bee has been expertly handcrafted in England and is primarily set with French cut sapphires and rou...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Handmade Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Diamond Detailed Bee Fly Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Lapis Lazuli - Cabochon Custom Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color - 5.4x8mm & 12.7x9.7mm (approx.) (7) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pav...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold
Two Turquoise Diamond 18K Gold Bee Insect Bug Brooch Pins Retro Italy Life Size
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous pair of Bee Brooch Pins in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Turquoise bodies and Diamond Set Eyes.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Giovane Italy 18KT Gold, 4.27 Carat Emeralds and 1.53 Carat Diamond Bee Brooch
By Giovane
Located in New York, NY
The 18 karat yellow gold bee is set with 4.72 carats of beaded emeralds and 1.53 carats of diamond pave.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Sapphire Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Bee Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An attractive brooch box is included. All of our brooch are available in various kinds of gemstones, We offer four metals; white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, and platinum.
Yellow Sapphire, Onyx, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage LIZ CLAIBORNE signed gold tone rhinestone pearl bee fly brooch
By Liz Claiborne
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed LIZ CLAIBORNE • gold tone with rhinestones and faux pearl • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Iconic Crystal-Embellished Bee Pin Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold-tone bee pin brooch embellished with three oversized faceted pear-shaped crystals and smaller sparkling crystal accents.
Gilt Metal
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Iconic Gold-Tone Bee Brooch with Faux Pearls & Crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage iconic gold-tone bee brooch embellished with faux pearls and clear crystals.
Gilt Metal
14K Yellow Gold and Silver 3.0ct Diamond, Opal, and Ruby Bee Brooch MF08-080426
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This antique-style brooch is designed as a bee, crafted in 14K yellow gold with silver-topped wings.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1990s Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Letter D Crystal Bee Pin Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely gold tone letter “D” and bee pin brooch. It is designed by Christian Dior in 1990s.
Giovane Italy 18KT Gold, 7.35 Carat Sapphire and 1.53 Carat Diamond Bee Brooch
By Giovane
Located in New York, NY
The 18 karat yellow gold bee is set with 7.35 carats of beaded sapphires and 1.53 carats of pave diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
14k Yellow Gold 2.20ctw Oval Amethyst Honeybee Bee Fly Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst -Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Rich Purple Color - 10.10 x 8.05mm (approx.) Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 2.95 Grams Overall Wid...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Coro c.1942 Queen Bees Enamel and Gold Plated Sterling Vintage Duette Brooch
By Coro
Located in Wilmslow, England
The Details... This Duette clip brooch is constructed from gold plated sterling and is detailed with hand-painted enamel.
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Estate 14k Yellow Gold Oval Opal Detailed Honeybee Fly Bee Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Elongated Oval Cabochon - Prong Set - White Base Color w/ Orange, Blue & Green Play - 12.67 x 6.7mm (approx.) Material: 14k Solid Yellow G...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 18K Gold Gem set Figural Bee Brooch with Pearl and Amethyst
Located in Miami, FL
A delightfully imaginative vintage figural bee brooch, masterfully crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with a distinctly European sensibility, likely Italian, circa 1950s–1960s.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
14k Yellow Gold .51ctw Sapphire Diamond Petite Open Work Bee Fly Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Can be worn as a pin or pendant! --Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Deep Rich Blue Color - 0.50ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamond...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
JOAN RIVERS signed vintage gold tone rhinestones bee fly insect designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed JOAN RIVERS • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...
Vintage gold tone faux pearl crystals emerald eyes bee insect designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with crystals and faux pearl • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
Ruby with Emerald and Diamond Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.79 carats with Emerald 0.31 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 3.2 cm Length: 2.8 cm "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store wa...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Pearl, Cabochon Ruby, Diamond Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pearl, Cabochon Ruby 1.09 carats, Cabochon Ruby 0.21 carat with Diamond 1.94 carats Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.5 cm Length: 4.8 cm Total Weight: 20.58 gr...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bee Brooch with Old European Diamond Wings in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Celebrate the beauty of nature and timeless elegance with this stunning diamond brooch. Expertly crafted in a charming bee motif, this piece combines 14 karat white and yellow gold t...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Bee Black Round Logo CD Circle Pin Brooch Gold Silver Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Bee Black Round Logo CD Circle Pin Brooch 2 Set, Gold Silver Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
South Sea Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Bumble Bee Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Bumble Bee pin, set with approximately 0.50ctw in G/VS diamonds, enhancing the wings and body, a 15mm White South Sea Pearl and two Ruby eyes; 18k white gold; pin measures ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Gold 0.40ctw Sapphire Open Work Bee Fly Insect Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (20) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Deep Blue Color - 0.40ctw (approx.) Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.34 Grams Overall Width: 17.7mm (...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Herbert Rosenthal HR 18k Gold Diamond Bee Pin Brooch Ruby Eyes 11.4g 1" Large
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Northbrook, IL
Crafted from 18k yellow and white gold, it features a detailed design resembling a bee.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage KENNETH LANE signed gold tone rhinestone bee insect fly designer brooch
By Kenneth Lane
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KENNETH LANE • gold tone with rhinestones and resin • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs ...
$128Sale Price|20% Off
Joan Rivers Green Crystal Bee Wasp Pin Brooch in Gold, Classics Collection
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisite pin, featuring a pave green-crystal gold plated bee. Hallmarks: Joan Rivers
Crystal
Gold Bee Pin 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond and Ruby bangle bracelet in 14KT yellow gold, beautiful and comfortable! METAL: 14KT yellow gold Grams:7.64 Item24000003 afa WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewel...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Vintage 14k TT Gold 3.0ctw Round Diamond Covered Fly Bee Insect Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent vintage brooch that was crafted from solid 14 yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Victorian brooch - 18 K Yellow gold Queen Bee set with rose cut diamond
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning Bee brooch. This 18 ct yellow gold beauty is most likely crafted in the Aesthetic period (1880-1901) during queen Victorias reign.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Rudi Cherny Circa 1970 Blue Enamel Bumble Bee Brooch in 18K Gold with Ruby Eyes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This adorable little buzzer by Rudi Cherny is in 18 karat gold with blue enamel, a spiky ruff-like thorax, ruby eyes, and a tiny diamond, just for fun, on his little snout. (Or what...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, ...
18K Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin, Retro Style, 0.50ctw, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin. Very pretty white and yellow gold with pave-set round diamonds on the body.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold 0.60 Round Vivid Red Ruby Detailed Bee Insect Fly Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (18) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong & Pave Set - Vivid & Brilliant Red Color - 0.60ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.50 G...
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal & Sapphire Diamond Pave Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Brooch Information Style: Vintage Inspired Antique Style Metal: 18K White Gold Width: 43 mm.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The bee brooch features a large South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter.
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sap...
Pair South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Bumble Bee Brooch Pins Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Two Elegant & Finely detailed vintage Bumble Bee pins, each set with approximately 0.3747ctw in G/VS diamonds, enhancing the wings and body, a 14.2mm Gold South Sea Pearl and two Rub...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl and diamond bee brooch features a South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter.
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sap...
$2,850
Bee Pin
Located in Sausalito, CA
Yellow gold bee pin/brooch with double ruby clusters diamond center n the back. consisting of: round rubies 1.00 ct tw. round diamonds .30ct tw. 18k gold
Oval Cut Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This emerald and diamond bee brooch is buzzing with elegance. Made in 18k white gold and adorned with an approximately 1.77 carat oval emerald and total of 0.94 carat sparkling diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cellino Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Bee Pin
By Cellino
Located in New York, NY
Charming and beautifully crafted, this elegant Cellino bee pin is a delightful example of fine Italian jewelry design. Expertly fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold, the piece captures ...
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bees Diamond and Red Stone Gold Pins
Located in Geneva, CH
Stylized Bees Diamond baguette cut and Red Stone on yellow Gold Pins. Circa 1970. Size: 0.59 x 0.59 inch (1.50 x 1.50 centimeters).
Diamond, Gold
Bee Brooch Pin Diamonds Tahitian Pearl Pink Sapphire Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This bee brooch features a splendid Tahitian pearl of 15.5mm diameter.
White Diamond, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond...
Bee Brooch Pin Golden Pearl Yellow Sapphire Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The bee brooch features a golden pearl of 17.5mm diameter.
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphir...
18K 750 Natural White Diamond with Kunzite stone Bee Pin/Brooch/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Kunzite Brooch Total Item Weight: 20.6 Grams Metals and Materials: 18k Gold Dimensions: Length: 43.0 mm X Width: 48.0 mm X Height: 16.0 mm Sizable: No 1: Primary Stone: ...
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold
$4,181Sale Price / item|25% Off
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Bee Pin
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow and white gold diamond "Bee" pin, containing 60 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing 1.60cts and 2 round ruby eyes weighing .10pts.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Bee Brooch Pin Heart Shape Blue Sapphire Diamonds Pearl Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The bee brooch features a fine, large South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter.
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire,...
South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat
Located in Bangkok, TH
For all Bee lovers, you are staring at a South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire 10.96 carats, Diamond 3.44 carats with Cabuchon Ruby 0.22 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Wi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hammerman Brothers 1.00ct Diamond Enamel 18k Gold Bee Pin
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
whimsical expression of fine craftsmanship and timeless design, this exquisite Hammerman Brothers bee pin is beautifully fashioned in richly textured 18k yellow and white gold with v...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold and Pave Diamond Bee Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamonds: 20 Round cut= 0.20cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Weight: 2.73 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Ruby Bee Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Rubies: 20 round cut= 0.50cttw Dimensions: the pin measures 18.0mm x 18.0mm Weight: 2.5 grams
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Enamel Gold Plique-a-jour Bee Pin
Located in New York, NY
This is an adorable 18k yellow and white gold enamel plique-a-jour bee pin. The pin is adorned with round cut diamond and ruby accents. The pin measures 52mm by 72mm and weighs 34 gr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Italian Chrysoprase and 18K Yellow Gold Textured Bee
Located in Greenwich, CT
A fantastic Italian bee brooch crafted in 18k textured yellow gold with a chrysoprase body.
Chrysophrase, 18k Gold
0.06ct natural diamonds 3D Still Life Honey Bee 14kt Gold 12565*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
0.06ct natural diamonds bee pin g-color vs-2 clarity 14kt yellow gold 4.9 grams 20 x 20mm
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified René Kreiss Bee Brooche Yellow Gold and Gemstones
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this brooch features a delightful bee motif, symbolizing nature's beauty and elegance.
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Citrine White Diamonds Black Diamonds Man Bee Pin
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details : Rossella Ugolini bee pin brooch handcrafted in 18k yellow gold white diamonds, black diamonds and round cut yellow citrine.
Citrine, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.