Platinum Diamond Dress Clip
Located in New York, NY
Platinum dress clip with baguette and round-cut diamonds of 2 carats Measurements: width 1.4 cm, length 3 cm Total weight: 9.6 grams
Vintage 1940s Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Dress Clip
Located in New York, NY
Platinum dress clip with baguette and round-cut diamonds of 2 carats Measurements: width 1.4 cm, length 3 cm Total weight: 9.6 grams
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Convertible Diamond Brooch / Dress Clips
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Designed with precise symmetry and linear detailing emblematic of the 1930s, the piece showcases an elongated marquise-shaped outline filled with angular, stepped elements and pavé-s...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Dress Clip with Suspended Old European-Cut Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking Art Deco platinum dress clip, featuring a bold, architectural design centered around a lively old European-cut diamond, approximately 1.25 carats, suspended in an open tea...
Diamond, Platinum
David Webb Tutti Frutti Diamond gold Earclips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The Art Deco platinum, carved colored stone and diamond dress clips (in the "tutti frutti" motif: sapphire, ruby, emerald) later re-mounted as earclips by David Webb within swirling ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Diamond Gold Platinum Dress Clip Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
This is a rare 7cts old-mine cut diamond, platinum and white gold scroll clip brooch. 950°/oo) platinum and 18ct (750°/oo) white gold Dress clip brooch ornated with a scrolling ba...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Ruby Diamond Platinum Dress Clips
Located in New York, NY
Of classic geometric Art Deco design, the ruby (approximately 1 carat) and diamond (approximately 4 carats) dress clips mounted in platinum, featuring triangular, baguette and circul...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Diamond Sapphire and Platinum 1960s Cocktail Brooch and Dress Clips
Located in Melbourne, AU
A pair of platinum dress clips each clip set with round brilliant cut diamonds on a stylised scroll and fan motif and set with eight round blue sapphires each clip with two pins to t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Carved Sapphire and Diamond Dress Clips
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of fine carved sapphire and fancy cut diamond shield shape dress clips
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Amethyst, Citrine and Diamond Brooch/Dress Clip
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning Platinum Antique Brooch, 52 Old Mine Cut, Round Brilliant Cut, Single Cut 3.00 Carat Total Weight, VS-SI, H-I. 2 Emerald Cut Amethyst 11.00 Carat Total Weight; 1 Round Citri...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Platinum
Pair of Art Deco Diamond and Peridot Dress Clips
Located in Southampton, NY
Each Art Deco dress clip of this pair is designed as an openwork geometric plaque with round and baguette diamonds, set with half-moon and round peridots.
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
OSCAR HEYMAN & BROS. Sapphire Dress Clips
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Each elegant, curving clip set with seven fancy colored kite-shaped sapphires (green, cornflower blue, peach, lavender, rich blue, bright pink, pale pink) weighing approximately 25 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
5.10 Carat Diamond Art Deco Style Convertible Brooch/Clips in Platinum & Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A convertible bow design brooch Composed of two diamond set platinum dress clips Supported by 18KT gold clips Completed by an 18KT gold carriage Condition is very good.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Dress Clips, containing Round and Marquis Diamonds, Hinged Clip backs, Diamond weight total equals 3 Carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Chaumet Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Fan-Shaped Earrings/Dress Clips
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco diamond up-the-ear earrings of scrolled design with concentric circular ornaments and diamond fan-shaped tails comprised of rounds and baguettes, in platinum; also...
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Diamond Platinum Dress Clips
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Dress Clips that fasten together so as to be also worn as a single Brooch.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Dress Clips
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1930s Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Dress Clips with original connection to be worn as a single Brooch.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Dress Clips
Located in San Francisco, CA
A gorgeous pair of platinum art deco shield-shaped dress clips, set with 160 European, pear, old mine, French, and square-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Raymond Yard Emerald Diamond Platinum Dress Clips
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Dress Clips By Raymond Yard, Platinum, Round, Marquise and Baguette Diamonds totaling 6 Carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Platinum Dress Clips, in a very Art Deco form, measuring 2 1/8 inches in length and 1 1/8 inch wide.
Diamond, Platinum
Carved Sapphire Diamond Platinum Dress Clips / Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A very rare pair of Art Deco diamond and carved sapphire dress clips that can be worn as a brooch. The diamonds are a mix of round brilliant, and baguette cuts, with a total estimat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Raymond Yard Art Deco Diamond platinum Dress Clips
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Art Deco Raymond Yard dress clips featuring approximately 8cts of European, baguette and shield cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Dress / Scarf Clip
Located in Chicago, IL
1930's Platinum and Diamond Dress or Scarf Clip, seven Carats total weight, Round, Baguette and Square cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Dress Clips Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Platinum Dress Clips with backing to convert to single Brooch.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Pair of Retro Period Platinum and Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This pair of diamond set 'spiral' form dress clips date to the Retro period and are likely Continental in origin.
Diamond, Platinum
1950s GemStone Diamond Platinum Tutti Frutti Dress Clip Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Platinum Tutti Frutti, Fruit Basket convertible Dress Clip, Earrings, set with Round, Baguette and Fancy Color Diamonds and further set with Carved and Cabochon Emeralds, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Diamond Combination Dress Clips
Located in Bethesda, MD
Set in platinum with white gold Combination clips maybe combined as a brooch or separated and worn on apposing lapels or on opposite sides of a dress.
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Art Deco 8 Carat Diamond Platinum Convertible Dress Clip
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Circa: 1920 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 42 grams Diamond Details: Carat: 8.0 carat total weight Color: G Clarity: VS Cut: Mix of Single Cuts and Old European Diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
Raymond Yard Retro Moonstone, Ruby, Diamond and Platinum Brooches ‘Dress Clips’
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New York, NY
A pair of American Retro platinum clips with moonstones, rubies and diamonds by Raymond Yard. The pair of clips have 10 cabochon moonstones with an approximate total weight of 4.20 c...
Diamond, Ruby, Moonstone, Platinum
1940s Portuguese Diamond Gold Dress Clips
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Retro rose gold and diamond clip brooches in the form of curling foliate petals. The clips are set with approx. 3.00 ct. tw. rose cut and single cut diamonds in 18K and pla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum 8.35ctw Old Cut Diamond Dual Dress Clip Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous and very lovely pair of antique diamond dress clips that were crafted from solid .900 platinum during the art deco period.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique French Art Deco Platinum 7.8ct Old European Diamond Dual Dress Clip Pins
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a very chic and elegant pair of antique dress clips, crafted in France during the art deco period from solid platinum.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Single Dress Clip
Located in Bethesda, MD
An exceptional example of Art Deco design and craftsmenship, a single dress clip. The clip is comprised a central cabochon emerald weighing .50 carats with 14 square emerald weighing...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Dress Clips
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1930s French Hallmarked Platinum Dress Clips, with original backing to be worn as a single Brooch.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Large Art Deco Diamond Dress Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional Art Deco diamond and platinum brooch that transforms into a pair of dress clips.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum and White Gold Brooch/Pin/Dress Clip/Pendant 1920s
Located in Towson, MD
With platinum dress clips and a hidden bail, this versatile piece offers a variety of ways to wear it—as a brooch, a pendant, or even as a pair of elegant dress or shoe clips.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Boucheron Flower Dress Clips
By Boucheron
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of Boucheron Dress Clipsset with gold wire work petals, center flowers set in diamonds, and rubies. Each signed BOUCHERON. 18kt gold/platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.91 in D 0.35 in L 1.26 in
Art Deco 1925 Pair of Dress Clips in Platinum with 11.54 Ctw Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
These gorgeous pair of clips are so-called tutti frutti and has been crafted with exceptional details in solid platinum of .900/.999 and fitted at the reverse with hinged clips to be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1940s Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Bracelet with Removable Dress Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and diamond bracelet with a pair of scrolling two-color gold removable dress clips on an open gold frame, in 18k and platinum.
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Large circa 1960s Dress Clip of Persian Turquoise, Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aspen, CO
A robust 1960's dress clip with fine Persian turquoise, 16 European cut and modern white diamonds, weighing .60 cts., approximately. There are 36 royal blue sapphires weighing 3.33 ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Retro Diamond Earrings and Dress Clip Set, circa 1948
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Aspen, CO
Retro, Art Moderne, gold and platinum Tiffany & Company diamond earrings and matching dress clip.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco French Diamond Platinum Chalcedony Dress Clip
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An exquisite diamond encrusted dress clip, modelled in platinum and chalcedony.
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Cartier Diamond Platinum Art Deco Dress Clip Worn by Joan Collins
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier Platinum and Diamond Dress Clip, owned and worn by Joan Collins, measuring just over 1 inch in length and 3/4 inch wide, set with Round and Baguette Diamonds tota...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Double Clips Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent circa 1930s Art Deco fan shaped platinum sapphire and diamond dress clips featuring approximately 17cts of rich blue emerald cut sapphires accented by approximately 23.10...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Pair of Diamond and Emerald Dress Clips and Earclip Combination
Located in New York, NY
Platinum, diamond and emerald combination set that may be worn as either earclips or dress clips, designed as floral sprays set with round and baguette diamonds and a whirl of emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond Platinum Double Dress Clips
Located in Houston, TX
Art Deco Period Double Dress Clips with original brooch attachment.
Diamond
Pair of Boucheron Diamond Platinum Dress Clips
By Boucheron
Located in Houston, TX
Exquisite diamond and platinum dress clips. One dress clip is 3" and the other is 4" in length.
Diamond, Platinum
Pair of Diamond Platinum Orchid Flower Dress Clips
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of large diamond-set orchid flower dress clips, showcasing circular-cut and baguette-cut diamonds weighing approximately 19.00 total carats, with double pin stem backings, mount...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond dress clips, with fittings allowing the clips to be worn attached together (as pictured) or separated, set with baguette-cut and circular-cut diamonds, the diamond altogether...
Diamond, Platinum
Exquisite 1930s Sapphire Diamond Platinum Double Dress Clip Pin
By Johnson, Walker & Tolhurst 1
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These beautiful platinum diamond sapphire dress clips were retailed by Johnson Walker & Tolhurst LTD London.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum, Star Ruby and Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Houston, TX
Deco Platinum, Diamond and Star Ruby Dress Clips Brooch Attachment deficient
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1940s Cabochon Sapphires with Diamonds Convertible Platinum Brooch Dress Clips
Located in New York, NY
Note: Brooch May Be Converted Into {2} Separate Dress Clips Measuring 1.5 Inches In Length Each and 1.25 Inches Wide.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Pair of Art Deco Diamond Platinum Dress Clip Brooches
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional pair of of dress clips is set in platinum with 12 ct of diamonds.
Pair of Large Retro Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of large retro diamond scroll dress clips, pavé-set with old mine cut diamonds, mounted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Rare Suzanne Belperron Diamond Dress Clips/Earclips
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in New York, NY
In the Japanese style, designed as floral clusters of diamond-set buds and leaves against polished platinum stems, with lovely asymmetry, by Suzanne Belperron, maker's mark for Groen...
Diamond, Platinum, White Gold
Pair of art deco diamond and platinum dress clips (brooches)
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional pair of of dress clips is set in platinum with 12 ct of diamonds.
RAYMOND YARD Pair of Sapphire & Diamond Dress Clips
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of matching, openwork sapphire and diamond dress clips, framed by circular-cut diamonds and calibre-cut sapphires, as well as delicate milgraining, with a single larger circular...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 14k Gold
Pair of Art Deco Peridot Diamond Dress Clips
Located in Greenwich, CT
Each Art Deco dress clip of this pair is designed as an openwork geometric plaque with circular and baguette-cut diamonds, set with half-moon-shaped and circular-cut peridots, the di...
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Pearl Diamond Scallop Dress Clips
Located in London, GB
A pair of double clips in the form of scallop shells, each set with alternating lines of graduating baguette cut sapphires and white pearls, with a small half moon of diamonds to the...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco circa 1930, Certified 2.6 Ct Natural Emerald Diamond Dress Clip Brooch
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Gleaming diamonds and white platinum are united in an abstract triangular shape with a deep green emerald at its centre.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Moghul Emerald and Diamond Clips and Brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
A sensational and striking pair of platinum, diamond and carved emerald dress clips and brooch combo dating from the zenith of the Art Deco period - circa 1925.
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$5,394
H 0.27 in W 0.71 in L 1.69 in
1.52 Carat Aquamarine and 2.92 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.52 carat aquamarine and 2.92 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set double clip brooch; part of our antique 1920s jewelry colle...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Platinum 18K Gold Diamond Double-clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This double-clip brooch is crafted from PT and 18K gold, showcasing an extraordinary design that exudes luxury. Each of the two main diamonds weighs approximately 0.4ct, complemented...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$2,731Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.95 in W 3.15 in D 2.37 in
Rare circa 1900 Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Powder Compact with Lipstick
Located in GB
Wimbledon Furniture We are delighted to offer For sale this stunning circa 1900 French or Italian Sterling silver Diamond & Enamel powder compact with lipstick A very good looking a...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$33,800
W 1.5 in L 9.4 in
Chaumet Paris Retro Ruby and Diamond Wide Bracelet with Brooch Clip in 18K Gold
By Chaumet
Located in Dallas, TX
Dazzling Chaumet Paris retro bracelet of jarretière (belt and buckle) design featuring rubies and glittering diamonds set in 18 karat yellow gold. The bracelet incorporates iconic ‘b...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Silver & Gold 2.74ct Old European Diamond Dormeuse Earrings
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A pair of antique, Early 20th Century, silver and gold two-stone old European diamond dormeuse earrings. This earring style has become so popular lately that it's becoming harder to ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
BAILEY, BANKS & BIDDLE Diamond and Platinum Clip Brooch
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A diamond dress clip with curls and flowers with brilliant, baguette, French and eight cut diamonds (app. 3.2 carats, G-H, vs), signed and numbered: Bailey, Banks & Biddle, 65000, US...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Aquamarine Brooch, French, Circa 1920s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Art Deco Diamond & Aquamarine Brooch — Platinum and 18K gold, French Origin, c1920’s A superb Art Deco brooch in platinum and 18K gold (tested), designed in a bold geometric nav...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara/Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, England
An extremely elegant late Victorian sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and earring set, in silver and gold, circa 1900’s. This beautifully handcrafted tiara can be effortlessly...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Classic Diamond Drop Earrings
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pear of earrings in a timeless design. 3.41 carats of pear, marquise, round and special cut diamonds. F/G in color VS clarity set in 18k white gold. The pear shape d...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Le Baiser du Dragon Ruby & Diamond Pin, Circa 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Cartier “Le Baiser du Dragon” Diamond & Ruby Pin — 1990s An exceptional piece from Cartier’s iconic Le Baiser du Dragon collection, crafted in the 1990s and executed with the precis...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Diamond Floral Brooch in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Floral Brooch in Platinum This Brooch takes the form of a stylized flower, gracefully rendered in platinum and adorned with a dazzling array of round brilliant, baguette, an...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 9.20 Carat Diamond Double Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Old European, Single, and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 9.20 carats. Circa 1920s Brooch: 2 1/4 x 1 inch Individual clip: 1 1...
Diamond, 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.