Vintage 1960s Harry Winston Diamond Cluster and Emerald Drop Brooch/Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Pear-Shaped and Marquise cut Diamonds weighing a total of 11.31 carats, a Pear-Shaped Colombian Emerald weighing 4.04 carats, and a Marquise cut Colom...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 21.90cts Platinum Mixed-Cut Natural Diamond Tassel Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful Vintage 1960s diamond brooch pin is crafted in solid platinum. Displaying a delicate swirl design with exquisite details and exceptional artistry, this unique brooch p...
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 6.50 Carats Zambian Emerald 3.60 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Brooch
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and make a bold of statement on your look. Stunning brooch come in 18k gold with lustrous Zambian Emerald of 6,50 carats, in perfect pear shape , vibr...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Exclusive sapphire and diamond brooch in 18k white gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
A refined statement piece with timeless elegance: this exquisite brooch is crafted from 18k white gold and beautifully set with 7 sapphires totalling 4.30 ct and 17 diamonds totallin...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.00 Carat Citrine Peridot Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Peridot, diamond and citrine flower brooch. 6 pear shaped citrines with a round diamond center stone set in 14k yellow gold with two heart shaped peridots. 6 pear shape brownish or...
Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 13k Yellow Gold Opal Diamond and Enamel Ornate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This captivating brooch features an intricate openwork design adorned with luminous opals and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$22,850
Edwardian Suffragette Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
The brooch presents a captivating arrangement of gemstones, centering a golden citrine with two pear-shaped amethysts along with diamonds and vivid green demantoid garnets.
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Art Deco 18k Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant/Brooch, 10ct & 6.7ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of sophistication on your look. Stunning pendant/brooch come in 18k gold with 3 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds of 10,00 carats, in...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz & 4.73ctw Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An impressive statement piece, this 18k yellow gold flower brooch is centered by a vivid blue topaz framed by approximately 4.73 carats total weight of sparkling diamonds. The sculpt...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Topaz Diamond Gold Flamingo Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and classy brooch featuring a long and slender flamingo posing in stylish manner.
Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold Feather Brooch with 5.00ct Zambian Emerald & 4.80ct Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
It's a gift that will be cherished and admired for its timeless beauty. Magnificent brooch come in 18k gold with a Natural Zambian Emerald , in perfect pear cut, extra fine quality, ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Sapphire Diamond Pearl Platinum Antique Foliate Vine bar Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a tapered bar-style brooch featuring scrolling vine filigree and foliate appliqué Centering an old pear cut purple sapphire weighing approximately 2.12 carats Transparent...
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Plum Blossom brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features 5 round diamonds and a 1.76 carat neon copper bearing Paraiba tourmaline from Africa in a pear cut ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and a neon copper bearing paraiba tourmaline from Africa in pear cut, 1,76 carats, 10x6...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and an neon copper bearing paraiba tourmaline from Africa in pear cut, 1,76 carats, 10x6...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Museum-Quality Victorian Portuguese Diamond Ribbon Brooch w/ 17ct Imperial Topaz
Located in New York, NY
The jewel is designed as an elaborate ribbon bow, its flowing openwork loops and cascading ribbons pavé-set with approximately 2.00 carats of old-cut diamonds, centering upon a diamo...
Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gold, Silver
GIA Certified 69.37CT Natural Aquamarine Diamonds 3D Pendant Brooch 18KT
Located in New York, NY
Natural GIA Certified Aquamarine & 8.00ct. diamonds brooch. 3D Still Life Snowflake / Frost Leaf GIA Report: 5121796919 VS Clean Clarity, Brilliant pear cut. 43.45 X 20.30 X 13.7...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds and Three Carats Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom modern style brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and a neon blue copper bearing Paraiba tourmaline in pear cut, 3.03 carats, 12.1x7.9mm.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,900Sale Price|40% Off
J.E. Caldwell 18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Amethyst Movable Grapevine Brooch
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning diamond and amethyst grapevine & grape brooch was made by J.E.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Pink Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Antique Victorian Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular antique fan motif brooch with 16 extraordinary pear shape cabochon cut Opals, 23 stunning Pink Sapphires, and 88 sparkling Rose Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Plum Blossom brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features 5 round diamonds and a 1.76 carat neon copper bearing Paraiba tourmaline from Africa in a pear cut.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.90Ct Sapphire and 0.92Ct Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
GIA certified 0.98 Ct Natural Diamond: Brooch/ Pin, 18K 750 Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Clarity Grade: Top Quality Diamond Color Grade: E-F Diamond Shape: Center- Full Cut - Pear Shape/ Side- Round Cut No.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bow Brooch Pin with Diamonds and Ruby Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and ruby bow brooch features a bow design set with round diamonds en pavé (5.80 carats) and decorated with pear shape faceted Thai rubies of brilliant color (8.95 carats).
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Signed H Kroll & Co. Art Deco 10K Gold, Pear Cut Tourmaline & Diamond Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold, tourmaline, and diamond stickpin. In 10 karat white and yellow gold. In a stylized form reminiscent of a fleur-de-lis with a prong-set pear cut tourmaline to ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 10k Gold
$292Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver Moonlit White Opal & Diamond Peacock Plume Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This striking 10.9 Carat opal and diamond moonlit brooch pendant is meticulously crafted in 925 sterling silver.
Diamond, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$20,240Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Myanmar Green Jadeite Butterfly Brooch and Pendant with Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Indulge in something truly extraordinary with this exquisite butterfly pendant/brooch. Handcrafted with the finest materials, this piece features 100% natural, untreated and undyed T...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Vintage Plique-a-jour, Sapphire and Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Bug Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The brooch is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin Platinum GIA Ruby Aquamarine Diamond Flower Brooch
By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Rubies - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red Color - Burma - No Heat - 6ctw (approx. based on GIA measurements)** See Certification Details Below f...
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 3.50 Carat Sapphire 4.42 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Brooch Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated oval shaped setting is embellished with two stunning pear faceted cut sap...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and neon blue copper bearing Paraiba tourmaline in pear cut.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 9.00 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Brooch, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of mid-century elegance, this antique emerald and diamond pin from the 1950s is a timeless treasure. At its center rests a vivid pear-shaped emerald weighing appro...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 1.6ct Diamond En Tremblant Detailed Milgrain Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
The brooch features an amazingly detailed open work butterfly design adorned with delicate milgrain etching and is set with very fine quality diamonds throughout.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Angel Skin Coral and Diamond Gold Bark Branch Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Features a large teardrop piece of coral set in a typical 1960's 18k yellow gold bark mounting with diamond accents.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 14k Two Tone Gold 21.53ctw Ruby & 4.98ctw Diamond Ribbon Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Overall, the brooch balances strong structural lines with softness and density, pairing crisp, linear diamond-set ribbons with a richly layered ruby field.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Emerald Onyx Art Deco Style Brooch in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Deep black onyx creates dramatic contrast, perfectly framing sparkling diamonds with crisp brilliance. Vivid emerald accents add a touch of vibrant color, enhancing the geometric sym...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald 1.56Cttw Ruby 2.04Cttw Diamond 1.92Cttw Brooch 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning openwork, 18k white gold brooch is set with glittering diamonds, vibrant emeralds and rubies. This brooch measures 2 1/4 inches tall by 1 7/8 inches wide. The Gemstones...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
17.06 Carat Tanzanite, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Brooch Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful brooch featuring a 17.06 Carat Natural Tanzanite, 1.662 Carat of Pink Sapphires and 1.09 Carat Diamonds Made in Platinum. Tanzanite's name was given by Tiffany and Co aft...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
$58,500
Marcus & Co. Amethyst Brooch
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning brooch by Marcus & Co. features two pear shaped amethysts, totaling approximately 9.50 carats, and a sizable natural pearl in the center.
Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18k White Gold Diamond, Amethysts, Ruby and Pearl Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and one of a kind brooch is designed by David Webb, crafted in platinum set with baguette-, marquise- and pear brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Drop Brooch with Diamonds and Neon Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary drop brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and an neon copper bearing paraiba tourmaline from Africa in pear cut, 1,93 carats.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Zambian Emerald Gemstone Brooch Diamond Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite brooch is handset with 3.73 carats Zambian emerald and 3.20 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the late...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER American Indian Hunter Turquoise Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18k Gold Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
A Legacy on Your Lapel: Rare Cartier Brooch Depicts American Indian Hunter This exceptional vintage brooch from Cartier is a captivating fusion of artistry, history, and precious ma...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
$20,000Sale Price|50% Off
NEW GAL CERT Kunzite Tourmaline Diamond Flower Brooch 18K Gold LFPARIS Mark
Located in Warren, NJ
Beautiful Kunzite, Tourmaline, Citrine & Diamond Flower Brooch. Made in Paris 20 years ago. 3 1/2 inches high, 5 inches wide. 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Kunzite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified High Jewelry Sapphire and Diamond Eye Motif Pendant-Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 18.18ct No-Heat Ceylon Sapphire and Pink Sapphire & Diamond Openwork Convertible Pendant to Brooch. Product Specifications: Item Type: Pendant or Brooch Metal: 18K Wh...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fan-Shaped Floral Emerald and Diamond Brooch in 18 Karat Gold GIA Certified
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
The brooch has a spray of sparkling Diamonds and round Emeralds on the sides.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Antique 1.60ct Sapphire, 1.05ct Diamond, Ruby and 15k Yellow Gold Insect Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian 1.60 carat sapphire, 1.05 carat diamond, 0.04 carat ruby and 15k yellow gold, silver set bug brooch; part of our sapphire jewe...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Tiger Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1960's Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Coral Enamel 18K Vintage Tiger Brooch Designed as a stylized tiger with dimensional features and cartoonish large head Body and head are...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Pearl & Diamond Pave Brooch 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Pear & Diamond Pave Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Experience the elegance and luxury of our Pearl & Diamond Pave Brooch, a true masterpiece crafted in 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vhernier 2000's Chrysoprase Diamond 18 Karat Gold Palloncino Balloon Brooch
By Vhernier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized balloon terminating with articulating white gold ribbon tails Featuring pear-shaped crystal quartz cabochon measuring 20.0 x 17.0 mm Transparent colorless - ba...
Chrysophrase, White Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold...
De Vroomen 18 Karat Gold Enamel Brooch with Citrine, Peridot, and Diamonds
By De Vroomen
Located in New York, NY
The brooch measures 3 7/8" x 2". Citrine 22.70 carats Peridot 11.38 carats Diamonds 1.85 carats Stamped LDV 750
Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE Cockatrice Bird Brooch Pearl Emerald Diamond Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in writer Barbara Taylor Bradford's beloved mythical gem set Cockatrice Bird Dragon Serpent Brooch Pin with Emeralds, Ruby, Diamonds, Two-Color Gold, and a magnificent Baroqu...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cellini 18KT Gold, 6.26 Carat Pink Sapphire and 1.24 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Lovely 18 karat white gold flower brooch. This brooch is designed with pear shaped pink sapphires for the petals .
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
E. Wolfe & Co. 18 KT YG Flamingo Brooch 11.99Ct Kunzite & 0.47Ct Diamonds
By E. Wolfe & Company
Located in New York, NY
They specialize in creating beautiful bespoke pieces. This flamingo brooch is designed in 18 karat yellow gold . A beautiful pear shaped kunzite 11.99 carats is set as the body alo...
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marc Koven 1960s Ram of Abraham In The Bush Diamond Rubelite Gold Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Further set with 4 Brilliant cut pear Shape Diamonds totaling 1.10 Carats. The measurement of the entire brooch is 2 1/4 X 2 1/4 inches.
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Drop Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and an neon copper bearing paraiba tourmaline from Africa in pear cut, 1,93 carats.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Drop Brooch with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and an neon copper bearing paraiba tourmaline from Africa in pear cut, 1,93 carats, 10x7...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Fancy Color Art Deco Pendant Brooch with Natural Pink and Yellow Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece of this exquisite piece is a 1.05 carat Pear shaped rose cut white diamond, surrounded by a dazzling halo of white melee diamonds.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Ro...
Moviani 18k Yellow Gold Carved Grooved Coral & Diamond Teardrop Shape Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Carved Corals - Grooved Teardrop Shape - Prong Set - Pink-Orange Color - 29.1x17.8mm (approx.) (13) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut -...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marcus & Co. Art Deco Carved Jade Diamond Platinum Floral Brooch Pendant Clip
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a pear-shaped jade tablet pierced and carved to depict florals Measuring 31.5 x 18.0 mm - translucent medium green with mottling Prong set in a sweeping platinum frame surr...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.