Turquoise and Ruby Bird Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
The birds are adorned in gold with meticulously detailed beaks, feathers and feet, and feature delightful ruby eyes, perfectly presented in their original box.
Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Platinum Gold Diamond Pearl Ruby Bird Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold and platinum bird brooch, adorned with pearls. rubies and approx. 1.00ctw in H/VS-Si diamonds and enamel.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Bird Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Handcrafted in glowing 18k yellow gold, this brooch features a graceful bird adorned with 3.27 carats of vivid rubies, a 0.31-carat sapphire, and 0.93 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier London Bird Brooch Chalcedony & Ruby 18K Gold 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier London Bird Brooch Chalcedony & Ruby 18K Gold 1970s This whimsical bird brooch by Cartier London is made in 18K yellow gold and features a carved chalcedony body accented by...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Pair of 18K Gold, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond Bird Brooches
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18K Gold, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond Bird Brooches Details: Set with circular-cut sapphires and rubies, and full and single-cut diamonds, joining to form a single brooch.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Small Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Small Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch A small textured bird on a single branch with a round-cut ruby for the eye; marked Tiffany & Co., personalized marks (HWR, CHM, ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique seed pearl bird brooch has been crafted in 15k yellow gold in the form of a swallow in flight.
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Carved Ruby Emerald Diamond Gold Bird Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Italian made 18k gold bird brooch, with movable tail. Adorned with carved rubies, emeralds and approx. 0.40ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold
Vintage Ruby and 14k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.01 carat ruby and 14 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewellery collections.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 7.39ct Opal Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 7.39 carat opal, 0.02 ruby and 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage bird brooches collection.
Opal, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bird Brooch/Pendant
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A captivating vintage pin/pendant crafted in 14K yellow gold and designed as a stylized bird in flight, wrapped in elegant sweeping feathers.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage French Ruby and Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage French 0.15 carat ruby and 0.03 carat emerald, 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and estate jewelry ...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Diamond, Cabochon Ruby, Cabochon Blue Sapphire Bird Brooch 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 18.46 carats, Diamond 2.08 carats, Cabochon Ruby 0.46 carat with Cabochon Blue Sapphire 0.29 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Setting Width: 3.7 cm Length: 7.0 cm "Since w...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cherny 18K Gold, Diamond, Emerald & Ruby Figural Bird Brooch
By Cherny
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the form of a bird perched on a branch. The bird itself with a ruby eye, pave-set round cut diamonds in white gold settings to the body, and channel set cushion cut rubies and s...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,941Sale Price|20% Off
Antique French 18kt Gold Bird Brooch with rubies and pearls
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique French 18kt Gold Bird Brooch Hallmarked with Eagle Early 20th century Circa 1920.
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby Emerald and Diamond Bird Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous Victorian brooch depicting a mid flight soaring bird. Crafted from a harmonious blend gold and silver, this piece has been adorned with a dazzling array of ro...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold and Silver Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique gold bird brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pigeon Bird Peace Red Pink Ruby Rubies Diamonds Pave 14K Gold Pin Brooch
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Experience the refined beauty of this exquisite pigeon bird brooch. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the brooch features a bird in flight, adorned with shimmering rubies...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
English Ruby Sapphire Turquoise Diamond Yellow Gold Bird Brooch, 1971
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage English 0.04 carat ruby, 0.02 carat sapphire, 0.02 carat turquoise and 0.02 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mellerio Brooch Bird Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Circa 1960
By Mellerio
Located in Paris, FR
MELLERIO Bird Brooch in 18 carat yellow Gold, the Eye setting a Ruby circa 1960.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eagle Bird Diamonds Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Brooch Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 6.80x9.00x0.80cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "89 White Diamonds 0.76 CT 362 Fancy Diamonds 3.31 CT 2 Ruby 0.10 CT 18KR 23.43 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond &...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Diamond, Ruby and Pearl Yellow Gold Bird Brooch, circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.56 carat diamond, 0.02 carat ruby and pearl, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set bird brooch; part of our diverse jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,665Sale Price|20% Off
Boucheron Paris 18kt Gold Bird Brooch with Ruby Eye, Circa 1920s
By Boucheron
Located in Braintree, GB
An exquisite Boucheron Paris bird brooch crafted in finely textured 18kt yellow gold, dating from the 1920s.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Bird Brooch Pin, 1960s
By Boucheron
Located in Zurich, CH
Adorable 18 karat yellow gold and ruby bird brooch pin by renowned French jewelry house Boucheron, 1960s.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bird Brooch, 18 Karat Rose Gold with White Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Berlin, DE
Luxurious bird brooch, 18 Karat gold with 10 white diamonds and big ruby.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold & Silver 1ctw Diamond & Ruby Kookaburra Bird Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, diamond, ruby, silver, and yellow gold brooch, comprising fifty round cut diamonds, and one ruby cabochon, set in silver and 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow go...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond Red Coral Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Quetzal Bird Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage stunning Quetzal bird-inspired handcrafted gold bird. Crafted in solid 18 K Yellow Gold, with White Gold Accents. The beak and the feathered are enhanced by 22 genuine pa...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Eagle Bird Diamonds Pave Ruby 18K Rose & White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 4.80x3.90x0.90cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "31 White Diamonds 0.22 CT 173 Fancy Diamonds 2.09 CT 1 Ruby 1.32 CT 18KR 19.05 GM (WBTT)"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.02ct Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch, Circa 1980, Italy
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An fine and impressive vintage 0.02 carat ruby and 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s 1.16 Carat Diamond and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.16 carat diamond and 0.16 carat ruby, 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set bird brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery coll...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Lapis Lazuli Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Textured Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
A Vintage Blue Bird pin is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. The Eye is elaborated with 3 genuine pave set round fancy natural diamonds approx. 0.05 carats, and G-H color, VS clari...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Rooster Bird Chicken Diamond Sapphire Ruby Garnet & Pearl Gold Cocktail Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 4.90x5.30x0.80cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "14 Blue Sapphire 0.16 CT 21 White Diamonds 0.38 CT 124 Fancy Diamonds 2.49 CT 12 Green Garnet 0.15 CT 47 PS/RU 0.72 CT 1...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Ruby Birds Brooch, 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Roma, RM
This elegant brooch features three stylized birds delicately perched on a branch, masterfully crafted in yellow gold.
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Retro 18K Gold Love Bird Brooch Pin with Diamonds and Ruby Eyes
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The retro 18-karat gold bird brooch, featuring diamonds and ruby eyes, is a conversation-starting statement with timeless charm and enduring value.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mellerio Birds Brooch in 18 Karat Gold Chrysoprases, Rubies, Diamond Circa 1960
By Mellerio
Located in Paris, FR
MELLERIO Birds singing on a Branch brooch in 18 kt yellow gold chrysoprase, ruby, diamond circa 1950-60 Brooch from MELLERIO in 18 kt 750/000 yellow gold, depicting 3 birds on a bran...
Ruby, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Bird of Paradise Brooch / Pendant with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt yellow gold Bird Of Paradise brooch / pendant set with ruby and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl & Ruby Flying Goose Brooch - 14k Baroque Bird Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearl Cut: Baroque Color: White Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Stone Note: (one small acce...
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,580Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18k Gold Ruby Enamel Flower Mother Bird Feeding Babies on Branch Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at an amazingly designed and incredibly detailed vintage pin brooch that was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Ruby Bird of Paradise Brooch 1988
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. bird of paradise brooch in 18K yellow gold, dated 1988, set with an oval-cut amethyst measuring 10mm x 12mm as the bird's body, accented with round brilliant diamonds t...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.25ct Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
The bird itself is crafted in platinum, whilst the pin brooch and rear of the bird are in 18 carat yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 14k Ruby Roadrunner Brooch Pin Solid Yellow Gold Bird Kinetic Jewelry
Located in Greer, SC
Splendid vintage roadrunner brooch created in solid 14k yellow gold, featuring a dazzling ruby eye. This wonderful little roadrunner is a kinetic piece of jewelry as its leg can move...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Sterling Silver Antique Bird Sign Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a gold sign post featuring a swinging shield shaped sign centering a silver quail appliqué Accented by scrolling silver supports and bead set rose cut diamonds throughout...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
1950s French Ruby Emerald Chrysoprase Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lovely retro brooch, it represents a bird of paradise, the feathers being set with alternating rubies and emeralds, the belly a chrysoprase pearl, the eye, a cabochon ruby.
Chrysophrase, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
Peacock Bird 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pin White Diamonds Rubies Emerald Sapphires
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite piece is crafted in 14k solid gold and features a detailed peacock design perched on a branch. The body and tail are adorned with an array of colorful gemstones, incl...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond Bird Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 4.24 carats, Ruby 15.01 carats, Blue Sapphire 10.3 carats, Diamond 1.39 carats with Cabuchon Ruby 0.16 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 6.5 cm Length: 4.8 c...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby, Emerald, Beryl & Jade Love Bird Brooch, Set in 9ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A charming vintage brooch featuring a pair of love birds perched in harmony, crafted in warm 9ct yellow gold and adorned with natural gemstones: ruby, emerald, beryl, and jade.
Beryl, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Bird Enamel Brooch set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 0.41 carat and Cabochon Ruby 0.14 carat Brooch set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 5.5 cm Length: 7.2 cm Total Weight: 32.73 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
1950s Retro Diamonds Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird of Paradise Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
This splendid bestiary brooch represents a bird of paradise whose body is set with antique brilliant-cut diamonds, with a ruby eye.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tsavorites, Ruby, Blue Sapphire with Diamond Bird Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tsavorite 11.74 carats, Ruby 30.54 carats, Blue Sapphire 4.05 carats, Diamond 2.03 carats Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 3.2 cm Length: 10.2 cm "Since we first opene...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold
Trio Pearl Diamond Ruby Baroque Pearl Triple Bird Nest 14k Yellow Gold Brooch
By Trio
Located in Stamford, CT
This distinctive 1960's vintage brooch features a beautifully detailed triple bird nest design, crafted in rich 14k yellow gold and adorned with a captivating arrangement of pearls, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Treblant Bird Brooch and Heart Locket
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Total Weight: 37.3 grams Total Dimensions: 72mm x 68mm Bird Dimensions: 68mm x 40mm Main Pear Cut Diamond Weight: Approx. 1.15ct Total Remaining Diamond W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Swan Blue Sapphire Diamond Ruby & Pearl 18K White Gold Bird Animal Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 4.60x3.80x0.80cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "180 Blue Sapphire 3.08 CT 27 White Diamonds 0.27 CT 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 5 White Shell 5.00 CT 18KW 14.55 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gol...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eagle Bird Diamonds Pave Ruby & Multi Gemstone 18K Rose Gold Brooch Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 4.80x3.30x1.00cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "35 Blue Sapphire 0.90 CT 24 White Diamonds 0.15 CT 139 Fancy Diamonds 2.18 CT 43 Green Garnet 0.89 CT 24 Ruby 1.28 CT 18...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold Bird Brooch, c.1961
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, this charming brooch features a trio of singing birds.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Boucheron Paris Open Wings Bird Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Brooch French Vintage 1960s
By Boucheron
Located in Lisbon, PT
Boucheron Paris Ruby-Eyed Open-Wings Bird Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold, France, 1960s.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18k Gold Cartier Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k gold brooch featuring a basket with four adorable baby birds, the eyes are set with ruby, sapphire, emerald and diamond signed and numbered: Cartier London and Cartier, L607 w...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k 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.
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.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories 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.