Platinum 10 Carat Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely and lustrous diamond bow brooch mounted with round cut diamonds and baguette-cuts of F-G color, VS1-VS2 clarity.
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 10 Carat Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely and lustrous diamond bow brooch mounted with round cut diamonds and baguette-cuts of F-G color, VS1-VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Sapphire Diamond Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute brooch featuring a round cut blue sapphire weighing 0.90 carats along with 0.75 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century Gold Diamond Ballerina Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k gold Mid century ballerina brooch, with approx. 0.34ctw in diamonds. Brooch is 37mm x 25mm. Marked with gold mark. Weight - 5.1 grams.
Diamond, Gold
1960s Gold Diamond Emerald Lion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1960s 18k gold lion brooch, adorned with diamonds, emerald eyes and onyx nose. Brooch measures 34mm x 22mm. Marked 18k. Weight - 8.7 grams.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Diamond Ruby Gold Fish Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
14k white gold fish motif brooch, with vibrant rubies and approx. 1.20ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 65mm x 40mm. Tested 14k. Weight - 15.8 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Adorable Diamond Yellow Gold Owl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k yellow gold brooch, with diamond eyes - approx. 0.15ct each. Brooch measures 34mm x 30mm. Marked 18k. Weight - 13.4 grams.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Diamond Turquoise Beetle Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This ferocious critter features 1.00 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds set around its body and horn.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Bow Brooch A beautifully crafted antique brooch designed as a delicate bow, set with luminous old-cut diamonds and deep blue cabochon sapphires. The gra...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Sapphire Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco platinum brooch, with blue sapphires and approx. 1.50ctw diamonds - center stone is approx. 0.65ct SI/I. Few small diamonds and sapphires are missing. Brooch is 55mm x 1...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
10.00 Carat Diamond Antique Brooch, Platinum
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
A captivating antique brooch showcasing a brilliant combination of round, marquise, and baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 10.00 ct.
Diamond, Platinum
Midcentury Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury, circa 1950s, 14k gold brooch, featuring a detachable pearl drop. Set with a 17.7 x 11.4mm pearl and approx. 1.40ctw in SI1/H diamonds. Brooch is 36mm x 58mm. Tested 18k, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Diamond Platinum Gold Leaf Brooch Set
Located in New York, NY
Set of two large leaf brooches, in 18k gold and platinum, set with a total of approx. 12 carats in diamonds. Brooches measure 2" x 1.75" each. Marked: 013, 014, Plat, 18k. Weight of ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch A horseshoe shaped brooch set with old mine cut diamonds Approximate Diamond Weight: 2.15 carats Approximate Height: .875 inches Metal ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Platinum 5.00 Carats Estate Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Perfect diamond brooch to decorate your blazer or your dress for the next event or special occasion. This brooch is made in platinum with 4.50cts in mixed cut diamonds and is all fir...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch. The length is 1 inch. The total weight is 7.09 grams.
Diamond, Pearl
Art Deco Opal & Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Opal & Diamond Brooch A platinum and 18 karat white gold brooch set with a center black opal weighing approximately 7.75 carats framed by approximately 3.35 carats of round...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Diamond Bumblebee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage bumblebee brooch is crafted in rich 14k yellow gold and adorned with shimmering diamond accents that bring a touch of refined sparkle to its playful design. The ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Platinum Brooch with European Cut Diamonds
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This antique platinum brooch is set with approximately 0.60 carats in diamond rounds and has such a beautifully refined craftsmanship! The design of this piece is a delicate leaf pat...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Turquoise and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s Platinum. This stunning diamond and Persian turquoise brooch features a floral motif. Perfect for adding pleasing color notes to any ensemble. Today, we see as many men w...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Baroque Pearl, Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant brooch in 9kt embellished with a baroque pearl body and a diamond eye. diamond 0.20kt baroque pearl 3.10gr tot weight 10.4gr r.f. +UHFF RK.AUUU80 For any inquiries,please c...
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Emerald & Diamond brooch 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Large emerald and diamond brooch in 18KT two tone gold. Handmade brooch with beautiful gemstones and diamonds, the diamonds are VS-SI clarity, G color. Stones are totaling 7 carats....
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Diamond Enamel Birds Brooch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This beautiful two bird brooch is sure to be a conversation starter! 18 karat yellow gold birds on branch perch with lots of detail One eye per bird with bezel set diamond Brilliant ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver on Gold Round Cluster Antique Brooch
Located in London, GB
A remarkable Victorian brooch ready to enchant a true jewellery lover with its striking brilliance and timeless beauty. The magnificent brooch features a captivating circular floral...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Platinum Artdeco Bowknot Diamond Brooch with Dangling Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning Platinum Artdeco Bowknot Diamond Brooch With Dangling Diamonds Extremely fine handcrafted piece of art to make you shine on every occasion. Hallmarks : French Eagle and nu...
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Double Diamond Platinum Clip Brooch
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Gorgeous 1930 platinum diamond double clip brooch consisting of two symmetrical parts at the feet of each other, each part is fully embedded with a total of 156 round brilliant cut ...
Diamond, Platinum
Floral 7ctw Diamond Brooch Platinum
Located in Dallas, TX
Floral Diamond Brooch in Platinum. The brooch features approximately 7ctw of baguette, pear, and brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Horseshoe Brooch Horseshoe pin set with 9 pearls and 8 antique diamonds, accented by 8 smaller round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Enamel and Diamond Handkerchief Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming and Unusual Victorian Enamel and Diamond Handkerchief Brooch from the 19th Century in original box. 18k gold novelty brooch with enamel and rose diamond accents within initi...
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Scorpion Brooch, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Carat Weight: 0.28 Stone Shape: Round Brilliant Colour: F Clarity: VS Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1970s
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Pearl and Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Pearl and Diamond Ribbon Brooch A graceful antique pearl and diamond brooch, evoking the elegance of a bygone era with its delicate swirling ribbon motif. Crafted in luminou...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Cantamessa "En-Tremblant" Diamond Brooch Pin
By Cantamessa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Circa 2000s, 18 karat white gold, diamond firework brooch, by Cantamessa, Italy. 171 stones, 12.00 carats of round brilliant white diamonds, G color, VS clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oscar Heyman Brothers Fancy Yellow Diamond Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Fancy Yellow Diamond Brooch Pin Vivid Yellow Diamonds approx total 4.50 carat one White Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 12 grams Size: approx 1' inch. Pre-owned - excell...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
6.00 Carat Round Brilliant and Emerald Cut G SI1 Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Title: 6.00 Carat G SI1 Diamond Platinum Pin Brooch Style: Pin Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 6 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 75 Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimension: 1.38*1.46*0.64IN Weig...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Brooch A floral motif brooch set with old mine cut diamonds and sapphires. Approximate Diamond Weight: 4 carats Approximate Height: 2.25 inches Meta...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The rib and outline of the leaf are detailed by 1.95 carats of round brilliant cut colorless diamonds. The mother of pearl and diamonds are set in 18K white gold with a dual pin clos...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond & Gold Feather Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A timeless creation from Tiffany & Co., this elegant feather brooch is masterfully crafted in 18k yellow gold, exuding a sense of natural grace and sophistication. The delicately scu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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18K Yellow Gold Owl Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite estate diamond owl brooch, crafted in France, beautifully captures the elegance and charm of a wise owl perched on a branch.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Violin Brooch Circa 1960 Brooch Pin Vintage Miniature Violin 14 karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Brooch pin miniature Violin 14k Gold and natural Diamonds Circa 1960's pre-owned - as new condition Approx Total Diamonds 2.0 carat. G-H-SI White & Yellow Gold approx 10.40 g...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Umbrella Brooch
Located in London, GB
This brooch is made complete with two groups of 'eight cut' diamonds; one at the handle and the other at the head.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond Seagull Brooch, Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Capture effortless coastal elegance with this exquisite Tiffany seagull diamond brooch—a timeless piece that blends fine craftsmanship with whimsical charm. Expertly designed, this b...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Dove Brooch Pendant with Pearl Drop
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Platinum bird brooch pendant set with diamonds and pearl. The piece is designed as a streamlined dove in flight, its body and wings fully pavé-set with graduated round diamonds that ...
Diamond, Platinum
1960s diamonds and gold leaves brooch
Located in Milano, MI
1960s period brooch set in 18ct two tone gold, finely hand made in the shape of two intertwining leaves, highlighted by huit-huit cut diamonds for a total of 1ct c.a. Made in Italy. ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Vintage Diamond Brooch 0.20ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Brooch in 14k white gold with diamonds. The piece tests 14k but is not marked, 3.2 grams.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D. Ruby and Diamond Leaf Brooch
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This Sophia D brooch features a captivating leaf design crafted in platinum. It showcases a central ruby weighing 3.59 carats. Surrounding the ruby are diamonds totaling 7.06 carats,...
Diamond, Ruby
Diamond Gold Enamel Large Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Large Italian-made 18k gold brooch with hidden bale. Adorned with multi color enamel (minor loss is present) and approx 2.40ctw in diamonds. Brooch is 46mm x 55mm. Marked: M 18k, Ita...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Antique enamel and diamond swallow brooch
Located in New York, NY
An Art Nouveau gold and diamond brooch with blue and yellow enameling in the form of a winging swallow, in 14k. The brooch captures the swallow mid-flight, its wings fully extended ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Diamond Brooch in White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This little Diamond Tree in White Gold 750 is set with 13 Brilliants approximate 1.30 ct, 17 Baguette cut Diamonds approximate 1.70 ct and 5 single cut Diamonds (Quality: G/H-vs). I...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Gold “Tremble” Butterfly Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet and honest butterfly studded in diamonds! There are 0.90 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds set along the body and wings of the butterfly. The wings and body are set with...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
Handcrafted in 18k white and yellow gold, adorned with 110 round faceted sapphires totaling 16 carats and enriched with 2.60 carats of diamonds layering and cascading to create a pla...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold 0.55ctw Pear Round Cut Diamond Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond- Pear Cut - Prong Set w/ Twisted Wire Frame - H Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.35ctw (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds- Round Brilliant Cut -...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sophia D. Art Deco Inspired Diamond Brooch
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This striking brooch showcases an Art Deco design, featuring a central round diamond of 1.20 carats set in a platinum setting.
Diamond
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Rose Pin Brooch with 1 Carat Round H VS Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features 85 round brilliant diamonds totaling 1 carat, set in a stunning H color and VS clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold “Fireworks” Diamond Brooch 1.85 ctw
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This striking fireworks brooch is crafted in 18K yellow gold, designed as a dynamic starburst spray accented with numerous round diamonds totaling approximately 1.85 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage White Gold 3.20tcw Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The form is built from openwork scrolls, framed by continuous rows of round diamonds that trace each curve and edge. The bow’s center is defined by a structured knot set with vertica...
Diamond, White Gold
Edwardian Floral 3.11 Carat Diamond and Platinum Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond brooch has been crafted in platinum. The elliptical frame is ornamented with a central stemmed rose design, accented with a featur...
Diamond, Platinum
12.00 Carat Emerald 8.00 Carat Round Diamond 5.2MM Pearl 14K Gold Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Title: 12.00 Carat Emerald 8.00 Carat Round Brilliant G SI1 Diamond 2.00 Carat Pearl 0.20 Carat Marquis Shape Ruby 14 Karat Two Tone Gold Pin Brooch Style: Pin Metal: 14 Karat Two To...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Elegant Diamond and Gold Wave Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Diamond and Gold Wave Brooch from the 1960's. A line of bright diamonds lines the edge of this handmade 14k gold brooch. Hand twisted wires are used to give texture to the di...
Diamond, 14k 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.
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.