Mid 19th Century Roman Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
The micromosaic brooch, of rectangular size, depicts a country and bucolic scene, where two young
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches
18k Gold
Mid 19th Century Roman Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
The micromosaic brooch, of rectangular size, depicts a country and bucolic scene, where two young
18k Gold
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Micromosaic Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming Victorian-era micromosaic brooch is a wonder of meticulous craftsmanship and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Micromosaic Brooch of 18k Gold, Circa 1800-1825
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A true masterpiece of early 19th-century craftsmanship, this exceptional micromosaic brooch (circa
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$8,175
W 1.58 in L 1.38 in
Micromosaic Brooch/Pendant 'Vatican Mosaic Studio-circa 1850' Depicting Pantheon
Located in Roma, IT
Oval micromosaic brooch and pendant, representing a view of Pantheon. Rome 1850's Vatican Mosaic
10k Gold
Micromosaic Brooch by Luigi Moglia Depicting a Little Phalene Dog
Located in Roma, IT
This Gold and Micromosaic brooch was made by Luigi Moglia, famous micromosaics of the Vatican
Gold
Antique French Gold and Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
oval medallion set with a micromosaic that represents a basket of various flowers with a beautiful
Gold
$211Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.07 in W 1.07 in
Micromosaic Brooch With Flowers On Aventurine. 19th Century.
Located in Firenze, IT
Micromosaic brooch with flowers on aventurine. XIXth century. In good condition. Weight 9 grams
Glass, Blown Glass, Mosaic
$13,225
H 1.78 in W 2.17 in
Micromosaic Brooch from Vatican Mosaic Workshop Depicting St.Peter's Basilica
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 kt gold brooch is set a beautiful micromosaic (circa 1850) depicting St. Peter's
Archaeological Revival Gold And Micromosaic Brooch/Pendant 1860's
By Cesare Roccheggiani
Located in Firenze, IT
mosaic on black ground, floral presentation, also wearable as a brooch, lug removable. Weight : approx
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Cameo Micro-Mosaic Bar Brooch, France
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
center with a unique and colorful micromosaic brooch. The carving showcases a lady's profile, capturing
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Micromosaic Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century stone cameo brooch with micromosaic dove details. Unusual to have the combination
14k Gold
Mid-19th Century Gold Brooch with Micromosaic
Located in Paris, FR
Brooch with a micromosaic set in a gold and royal blue enameled gold setting. Rectangular
Gold
$2,760Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Micromosaic 18K Gold Brooch, French, c. 1880
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique micromosaic 18K gold brooch bearing French hallmarks. The brooch was made in France and
18k Gold
Antique black onyx brooch with micromosaic flower, 1900s
Located in New York, NY
Antique black onyx brooch with micromosaic flower Made in Pietra Dura technique Counrty – Italy
$11,998
H 1.78 in W 2.17 in
Gold Brooch with Micromosaic 'around 1850' Depicting a Woman in a Lazio Costume
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 Kt gold brooch a micromosaic (circa 1850) has been set which depicts a woman with the
Gold
Antique Micromosaic Broach of a Peasant Girl
Located in Baltimore, MD
Colorful depiction of a peasant girl graces this micro mosaic brooch purchased during the Grand
Malachite, 18k Gold
Pin Jacket Siver Quartz Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Quartz, Silver
Pin Jacket Silver Yellow Gold Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Stylish Butterfly Pin Jacket Silver Amber Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Available in other colors. For any questions please feel free to ask.
Amber, Sterling Silver
Pin Jacket Siver Black Diamonds Tiger Eye Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
Black Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Silver
Stylish Pin Jacket Yellow Gold White Diamond Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
shine of gold and to the fineness of diamonds is added the crowning art of micromosaic, which grew
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$19,160Sale Price|20% Off
Giacomo Raffaelli signed & dated 1784, Rare Micromosaic Plaque of the Goldfinch
Located in Aspen, CO
Very rare 18th century micromosaic plaque of the Goldfinch. This circular plaque is 3 inches in
Antique Italian Micromosaic Gold Brooch-Pendant And Earrings Suite, Circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An antique Italian micromosaic and gold brooch-cum-pendant and earrings suite. The pendant has a
Gold
Antique Italian Micromosaic Gold Brooch-Pendant And Earrings Suite, Circa 1870
Located in London, GB
An antique Italian micromosaic and gold brooch-cum-pendant and earrings suite. The pendant has a
Gold
$937
H 1.38 in Dm 1.38 in
Brooch in micromosaic depicting a young Italian shepherd, Rome, circa 1830-1850
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch in micromosaic depicting a young Italian shepherd in traditional costume, Rome, circa 1830
Mosaic, Glass
Antique Micromosaic Pendant Locket Brooch in 14K Gold, Grand Tour Era, 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An exquisite example of 19th-century Italian artistry, this antique micromosaic pendant and brooch
Gold, 14k Gold
$125Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.99 in W 0.99 in
Micromosaic and Pink Shell Cameo Brooch.Early 20th century. Signed F.A.P. Florence
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch with Cameo and Micromosaic Late 19th century - early 20th century Materials: Shell cameo
Mosaic, Intaglio
19th Century Italian Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Brisbane, AU
A 19th century Italian micromosaic brooch depicting the Pantheon in Rome. The mosaic is set in
Unavailable
Antique Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Toronto, ON
Micromosaic jewelry blossomed in Rome in response to the travelers on the Grand Tour. It is made of
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.42 in W 1.7 in D 0.52 in
Victorian King Charles Spaniel Dog Micromosaic Brooch, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
Fine quality micromosaic, depicting a King Charles Spaniel dog on his cushion, set as a brooch in
18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.42 in W 1.34 in D 0.52 in
Victorian King Charles Spaniel Dog Micromosaic Brooch, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
Fine quality micromosaic, depicting a King Charles Spaniel dog on his cushion, set as a brooch in
18k Gold
Unavailable
W 1.5 in L 1.82 in
Victorian Micromosaic 14K Gold Brooch Depicting a King Charles Spaniel c. 1870
Located in Goettingen, DE
Victorian Micromosaic 14K Gold Brooch Depicting a King Charles Spaniel circa 1870 Delightful
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden Pinchbeck Brooch with Late 1800s Roman Micromosaic
Located in roma, IT
Golden pinchbeck brooch with late 19th century Roman micromosaic depicting St. Peter. The
Pinchbeck
19th Century Micromosaic and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in SEVILLA, ES
XIXth century 18 karat yellow gold brooch with a micromosaic and eight natural pearls around it
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1900s Century Italian Brooch Onix Blanck and Gold Micromosaic
Located in Brindisi, IT
Brooch in black onyx and antique gold, a micro mosaic representing rural landscape. The brooch is
Onyx, 10k Gold
Unavailable
Sterling Silver Micromosaic Heart Pin
Located in Madison area, WI
- Antique Micro Mosaic Heart Pin - c. 1880-1900 - Glass, sterling silver Examples of micro mosaic this finely executed are extremely hard to find -- wonderfully finished with da...
Sterling Silver
Antique Micromosaic Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique micromosaic brooch, oval image depicting a woman farming crops, backed on black onyx, in
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CASTELLANI Gold and Silver Micromosaic Brooch
By Castellani
Located in London, GB
silver micromosaic brooch depicting the monogram "Chi-Rho" the first two letters of Christ's name in
Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
micromosaic brooch
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very fine oval brooche with a micromosaic of a rural scene; two men reach towards each other
18k Gold
Antique Micromosaic Brooch c.1870
Located in Firenze, IT
Depicting the Plinio's doves, within a gold border. Size:55 x 45mm approximately
Yellow Gold
18kt Yellow Gold and Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Yellow gold brooch, adorned with a micro-mosaic on onyx decorated with the Colosseum of Rome in a
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Gold and Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Oval medallion set with a micro-m...
Gold
Remarkable Antique Micromosaic Brooch Depicting the Forum in Rome, circa 1860
Located in Baltimore, MD
of colored glass called tesserae. In finely done pieces, such as this brooch, the image appears as a
18k Gold
Antique Dove Micromosaic Brooch in High 22 Karat Italian Gold Circa 1860s
Located in New York, NY
Antique Italian Micro-mosaic brooch finely crafted in high carat gold. Exceptionally detailed Micro
Yellow Gold
Antique 18k Gold MICRO MOSAIC St Luke The Bull, Taurus Victorian Brooch, Pin
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this exceptional Italian micromosaic brooch circa 1850's. This
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Micromosaic Flower Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Italian, antique, micromosaic flower brooch, with a pale blue campanula plant, in micromosaic
Gold
Antique Gold Micromosaic Jabot Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a sword with Chi Rho, Alpha and Omega, and a dove symbol. Weight: 4.0 grams Measurement: 7.6cm in length
Gold
1860s Castellani Micromosaic Gold Staurogram Brooch
By Castellani
Located in London, GB
The exceptionally crafted brooch of staurogram form depicting the overlapping Greek letters T ‘tau
Yellow Gold
Exquisite 19th Century Micromosaic Plaque Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A superb antique micromosaic plaque brooch of rectangular design depicting a fox devouring a
18k Gold
Castellani Micromosaic Gold Etruscan Revival Brooch
By Castellani
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The smallest Augusto Castellani brooch: An 18 carat gold round brooch with beautiful gold wire work
18k Gold
Historical gold brooch with floral micromosaic on onyx.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Historical gold brooch with floral micromosaic. Historical brooch probably from the end of the
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Micromosaic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karats yellow gold, owl hallmark. Oval-shaped, this charming little antique brooch is
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 2.76 in D 0.79 in L 1.97 in
Old brooch/pendant with micromosaic, pietra dura, Italy, circa 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Gold brooch decorated using the "pietra dura" technique with floral micromosaic Oval-shaped brooch
Onyx, Yellow Gold
A mid 19th Century Roman micromosaic St. Peter pendant/brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES Of oval form, within a gold frame, depicting St. Peter Square, suspending another similar depicti...
18k Gold
Sold
W 1.19 in D 0.6 in L 1.89 in
Micromosaic Champagne Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Shaman Mask Brooch Pendant
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
the mystical drums vibes and listen unknow traditional songs. Use this brooch like an amulet. It will
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Micromosaics Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Clip Fitted Box Stamped WL Sweden
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Amazing Victorian brooch created in the 1860 in Tidaholm, Sweden. Features a handmade Italian
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Papal Roman Workshops Egyptian Revival Micromosaic Suite
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold micromosaic Egyptian Revival suite consisting of a brooch and a pair of earrings
18k Gold
A mid 19th Century Roman micromosaic landscape
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES Of rectangular form, within a gold frame, depicting two fishermen on a boat along a river, with a...
18k Gold
Antique Micromosaic Etruscan Revival Locket Pendant, Italy, Circa 1800
Located in Delray Beach, FL
An impressive Victorian 18K gold locket features a Roman micromosaic depicting a floral bouquet
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century Micromosaic of a Goldfinch, c. 1790, attributed to G. Raffaelli
Located in Aspen, CO
18th Century micromosaic plaque of a Goldfinch, Rome, c. 1785, attributed to Giacomo Raffaelli
Sold
H 3.15 in W 0.79 in L 0.71 in
18 Karat Gold Micromosaic Stick Pin Depicting a Little Dog, Garrard & Co, London
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Roma, IT
In this beautiful and antique ( 1850 circa ) 18 Kt gold pin is set a micromosaic depicting a small
18k Gold
Castellani Micromosaic Brooch
By Castellani
Located in Riverdale, NY
Castellani Micromosaic Brooch from the late 19th Century. Incredibly minute tesserae are hand
18k Gold
Sold
W 1.25 in L 1.63 in
Antique Micromosaic Brooch, Italian Micromosaic Brooch, Temple of Vesta Brooch
Located in McLeansville, NC
An antique 14 karat yellow gold Temple of Vesta micro mosaic brooch. This brooch features an oval
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Micromosaic Brooch or Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A sweet brooch or pendant with a fine micromosaic of flowers, in a gold mounting decorated with
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.4 in Dm 0.99 in
Antique Victorian Micromosaic Brooch with Gilded Framing, Italy Early20thCentury
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Victorian Micromosaic Brooch with Gilded Framing, Italy early 20th Century A Victorian
Metal
18kt Yellow Gold And Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Rectangular brooch in chased yellow gold with a micro-mosaic representing a fox having caught a
Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.79 in W 2.33 in D 0.4 in
Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Filled Micromosaic Brooch with Doves
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Etruscan Revival brooch or pin. With 2 doves or love birds depicted at the center of a
Gold-filled
Late 18th Century Gold & Micromosaic Brooch/Pendant Attr. Giacomo Raffaelli
Located in Firenze, IT
An Italian Important brooch in 18K yellow gold, centered with a hexagonal micro mosaic on copper of
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Micromosaic Villa Gregoriana and Temple of Vesta 9ct Gold Brooch
Located in Austin, TX
A stunningly detailed Victorian micromosaic brooch mounted in 9k rose gold, late 19th century
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Micromosaic Silver Brooch
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A silver and a fine micro mosaic brooch of a Satyr, 19the century. diameter: 2.8 cm
Silver
Victorian Micromosaic Daisy Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Micromosaic Daisy Brooch from the mid 19th Century. Delicate scale with extremely fine
Vermeil
Egyptian Revival Micromosaic Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An antique yellow gold and micromosaic pendant-brooch depicting a scarab, which symbolized
Yellow Gold
Victorian Micromosaic Antique Yellow Gold Antique Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Victorian era micromosaic, an elegant memorial or memento brooch set in an ornate and Etruscan
18k Gold
Sold
W 1.3 in D 0.4 in L 1.23 in
Antique Turtle Doves Grand Tour Roman Micromosaic Gold Brooch Love Token Locket
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delightful Roman micromosaic celebrates love and spring. It shows a wonderful romantic
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Bacchus Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Vail, CO
Antique micromosaic brooch depicting a Bacchus-like figure with a grapevine headdress, in yellow
Yellow Gold
Early Victorian "Peace & Love" Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A sweet early Victorian period micromosaic brooch featuring two doves with olive branch, and
15k Gold
Antique Victorian “Flower Bunch Scene” Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A gorgeous micromosaic brooch, the scene depicted is of a lady handing a bunch of flowers to a
9k Gold
Antique Mid-Victorian Language of Flowers Micromosaic Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A striking mid Victorian micromosaic "language of the flowers" brooch dating from the 1860s. Each
Onyx, 15k Gold
Victorian Twin Doves Micromosaic Pendant and Brooch, Circa 1860
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A truly unique and wonderful antique Victorian micromosaic pendant and brooch depicting at its
Gilt Metal
Sold
H 2.01 in W 1.5 in D 0.4 in
Victorian Micromosaic Brooch Depicting Flora Goddess of Spring, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Fine quality micromosaic, depicting the Roman deity Flora, the goddess of Spring & flowers, set as
18k Gold
Vintage Floral Micromosaic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant in Gold Stone
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This vintage floral Micromosaic Pine/Pendant in Gold stone is set in 10k yellow Gold. There is no
Yellow Gold
Antique Micro Mosaic Etruscan Revival Gold Brooch, Rome, circa 1860
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Micromosaic Etruscan Revival Gold Brooch, Rome circa 1860 This antique Italian brooch is
Gold, 18k Gold
$21,600Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian Micromosaic Bracelet by Cesare Roccheggiani, 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional 19th-century treasure, this rare Victorian-era micromosaic bracelet was crafted in Rome by Cesare Roccheggiani, one of the most celebrated micromosaic artists of the p...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana Brown Silk Taffeta Collared Pocket Mini Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This brown silk taffeta mini dress by Dolce & Gabbana is from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Variations of this dress debuted on the runway, modeled by Karen Mulder and Eva Herze...
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Black Togo Leather Rose Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a gorgeous Black Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured with the warm glow of Rose Gold hardware. This beautiful Birkin bag is a perfect combination to move from day to eve...
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a...
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
$6,011
H 16.15 in Dm 10.83 in L 24.81 in
Hermès Tigre Royal Bucket Bag Chevrons Toile Canvas Barenia Leather
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bucket Bag Print: "Tigre Royal" (Royal Tiger) Made in France Stamp N in Square, 2010, Year of the Tiger in the chinese zodiac Made of Toile Ch...
$2,250
W 0.44 in L 17.63 in
Arts and Crafts Style Cabochon Moonstone 14K Rose Gold Silver Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Arts and Crafts style cabochon moonstone, 14K rose gold and silver riviere necklace composed of 35 circular cabochon moonstones set in a finely detailed silver and 14K gold ...
Moonstone, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
Late 18th Century Gold Four Compartment Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 18th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 Weight: 5.9 gr This precious ring of the 18th century ring is made of gold and has the central part – in the shape of a fou...
Gold, 18k Gold
American Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Wonderful American Art Nouveau 14k Plique a Jour Brooch of enameled poppies on a pale green plique a jour ground. Flowers modeled in high relief with pink and green translucent ename...
14k Gold
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
Antique Italian 18kt Gold Archaeological Revival Pendant 1860's
Located in Firenze, IT
Conical shape punctuated with raised spikes. Set in 18K yellow gold. Italian archaeological revival pendant work. Gross weight: 12.61 gr. Height: 7.7cm.
Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Amythest, Diamond and Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Delicate Edwardian Amythest, Diamond and Pearl Brooch from the early 1900's. Unsigned but high quality American manufacture. Platinum topped gold with diamonds and natural pea...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
2010 So Black Birkin 35
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Hermès Birkin 35 So Black in black box leather delivered in a HERMES dustbag Condition: good Made in France Collection : B35 “so black" Material : box calf leather Interior: ...
Hermes Limited Edition Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Beton Matte Alligator Bag Gold Hard
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in Beton Matte Alligator. This mini Kelly bag is light gray with bone undertone (beton + concrete), and the n...
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
Georgian Hot Air Balloon Miniature Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Georgian Enamel Hot Air Balloon Pendant in 14k Gold (c. 1783–1800) This remarkable pendant showcases a Georgian-era enamel miniature (circa 1783–1800), exquisitely hand-painted with...
14k Gold
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
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.
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