Vintage 1950s Gold Feathers Brooch with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.20 carat. Circa 1950s 1 7/8 x 1 3/4 inch
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
NALLY Yellow and Colorless Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
NALLY Yellow & colorless diamond bow brooch. The center of the pin is set with approx. 1.10 carats emerald cut diamond, color F/G, clarity VS.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold
Butterfly Diamond Sapphire Gold 18k Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Butterfly Brooch 18K gold blacken set with diamonds and yellow and blue sapphires (treated). Height: 3.00 centimeters. Width: 5.70 centimeters. Total weight: 11.76 grams.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Solid Gold Diamond Blue Bird Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Celebrate mid-century vintage elegance with the 18K Solid Gold Diamond Blue Bird Brooch – a truly one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Crafted from solid yellow gold, this brooch features a ma...
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold GIA Green Jade & 1.90ctw Round Diamond Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) -- Item Details -- Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 5.23 Grams -- Stone(s): (1) Natural Genuine Jade - Bezel Set - Natural Green Color ** See Certification D...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Estate Platinum 27.00cttw Diamond Rose Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with over 300 dazzling round diamonds, this brooch captures the timeless beauty of a blooming rose.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s 10.53 Carat Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 10.53 carats. Circa 1980s 2 1/4 x 2 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Adorable Diamond Sapphire Gold Turtle Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k gold Cartier turtle brooch, set with sapphire eyes and approx. 1.10ctw G/VS diamonds. Brooch measures 37mm x 25mm. Marked Cartier, 750. Weight of the piece - 12.5 grams.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Art Deco Platinum Convertible Diamond Double Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Convertible Diamond Double Clip Brooch Description: This large-scale Art Deco brooch from the 1930s is crafted in solid platinum and features a symmetrical design of fanne...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 21.00 Carat Diamond Double Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a pair of Round Brilliant cut center Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.00 carat, and additional Round Brilliant cut and Baguette Diamonds w...
Diamond, Platinum
Large Retro Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large Retro Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch. 1940's multi color rose & yellow gold brooch with round cut diamonds & rubies.
Diamond, Ruby
Cartier Retro 18K Gold Sapphire Diamond Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Flushing, NY
Cartier Retro 18K Gold Sapphire Diamond Brooch Marked: 18K CARTIER Approximate Dimensions: 3 cm ( Length) 3 cm (Width) 0.15 carat (Diamond) 0.315 carat (Sapphire) 10.6 grams in ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s 12.00 Carat Diamond Feathers Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 12.00 carats. Made in France Circa 1970s 2 1/4 x 1 5/8 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Emerald Enamel Gold Crouching Tiger Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k gold and enamel crouching tiger brooch, adorned with emerald eyes and approx. 0.45ctw diamonds on the collar. Brooch measures 2 1/8" x 1 1/4". Not hallmarked. Weight of the piec...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
An intricately sculpted 14K yellow gold flower brooch, signed RBRA © 63, dating to 1963. This substantial mid-century jewel features a layered floral motif set with 26 old mine and r...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Sapphire Platinum Beetle Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet critter ready to accompany you on your next outing! It features 0.25 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds set around the beetle’s body along with 2 cabochon sapphires used ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This early 20th century brooch from the Art Deco era features a 0.95 carat European cut diamond at the center, which is enhanced by 0.45 carats of European cut and rose cut diamonds....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 0.15ct Diamond Bird Brooch, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 18 carat yellow and white gold, the bird features delicate carving to create its plumage, which is adorned with gently glistening round brilliant diamonds. The diamonds to...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
1920s 5.73Ct Diamond and Platinum Bar Brooch Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This magnificent, fine and impressive Art Deco brooch has been crafted in platinum. The centre of the pierced decorated, elongated frame is ornamented with a stunning feature milleg...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 2.75ct Diamond and Sapphire Brooch MF64-021826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Echoing late Georgian into early Victorian sensibilities, this brooch is constructed with an jour setting, allowing light to pass through the open-backed stones. A platinum base sup...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$52,000Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold 11 Carat Diamond Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
An imposing and exceptionally fine-quality diamond brooch, masterfully crafted in solid 18K white gold. This striking piece is set with brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold, Diamond, And Tiger's Eye Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k Gold, Diamond, And Tiger's Eye Brooch. The interlocking oval-form brooch featuring polished tiger's eye and ridged yellow gold rings each completed by a panel of pave-set full-c...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
Buccellati Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Buccellati 18t patinated Yellow Gold & Silver Brooch with a Large Pearl with Rose Diamond Petals. JUST VERY SUMPTUOUS. Ca. 1940-50.-m and oh so elegant. Signed Buc...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
14K Gold Emerald and Diamond Floral Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This intricate floral brooch is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and set with 21 vivid green emeralds and 191 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 4 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Mario Buccellati Diamond White Gold Rosette Brooch
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Roma, RM
A beautifully intricate creation, this Mario Buccellati brooch from the 1970s captures the refined elegance and unmistakable artistry for which the Italian maison is celebrated. Craf...
Diamond, White Gold
David Webb "VIRGO" Diamond & Gold Brooch/Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb diamond 18k Yellow & White Gold "VIRGO" Brooch / Pendant.
Diamond, Gold
Antique Silver and Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold and silver flower brooch, with approx. 3.30ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 2.75" x 1.5". Weight - 18.3 grams.
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Platinum 7.85ct Diamond and Sapphire Brooch MF35-110625
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This intricate Platinum brooch is teeming with old fashioned elegance. Ideal for anyone who loves bold, opulent accessories, this pieces intricate metalwork is highlighted by sparkli...
Sapphire, Diamond
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Wave Design Diamond Brooch
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Brooch 0.75cts TDW Round Brilliant Diamonds Excellent condition!
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Bar Brooch in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond Bar Brooch in Platinum Description: This elegant Art Deco brooch captures the linear sophistication and delicate geometry of the era with striking precision. Crafte...
Diamond, Platinum
BULGARI Diamond, Amethyst and Turquoise Brooch/Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the piece radiates from a brilliant-cut diamond of approximately 1.28 carats, encircled by vivid turquoise cabochons, round diamonds, and rich violet amet...
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Gold and 2.10 Carat Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 2.10 carats. Circa 1960s 2 3/4 x 1 1/4 inch
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond Bar Stick Channel Diamond Pin Brooch 1.50ct 3.5g
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
The brooch is adorned with round, white diamonds, totaling 1.5 carats, creating a brilliant display of light and elegance.
Diamond
Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Platinum Brooch An elegant Art Deco brooch, exquisitely crafted in platinum, featuring a striking marquise-shaped design adorned with luminous pearls and...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Bar Brooch in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond Bar Brooch in Platinum Description: This elegant Art Deco brooch captures the linear sophistication and delicate geometry of the era with striking precision. Crafte...
Diamond, Platinum
1940S Retro Diamond Platinum Double Clip Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond Platinum and white gold 18K Double Clip Brooch. Total diamond weight: approximately 4.20 carats. Circa 1940. Total length: 5.50 centimeters. Width: 0.50 centimeters up to 3....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Hummingbird Diamond Brooch Pin in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Hummingbird Diamond Pin Brooch Style: Vintage Pin / Brooch Metal: Platinum PT950 Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamonds & 1 Round Faceted Blue Sapphire Total Carat We...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Diamond Bow Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18k gold bow brooch by Van Cleef & Arples, set with approx. 1.03ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 30mm x 6mm. Marked: 1.03, V.CA., C4252A3. Weight - 2.5 grams.PB-03097
Diamond, Gold
Tiffany & Co Yellow Gold Diamond Leaf Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold brushed finish leaf brooch by Tiffany & Co, adorned with approx. 0.10ct G/VS diamond. Brooch measures 1 1/8" x 1 1/8". Marked: 2003, Tiffany & Co, 750. Weight -...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Drop Shaped Black Opal W/ Marquise & Round Cut Diamond Halo Pendant or Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
An additional 16 round diamonds, totaling 2.88 carats, create a glittering halo around the opal.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
Crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, the piece showcases a breathtaking floral design adorned with dazzling diamonds. At the heart of this brooch sits a captivating transitional cut...
Diamond, White Gold
David Webb, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This David Webb diamond flower brooch showcases ultimate luxury and craftsmanship, with delicate diamond pavé petals and a clever mix of gold and platinum, forming a magnificent flow...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Diamonds Emerald Unisex Pin Brooch European, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Design & Gemstones The brooch features two fine old European-cut Diamonds, each weighing approximately 0.05 Carats, framing a natural round-cut Emerald of about 0.10 Carats at the c...
Diamond, Emerald
Platinum 9.0ct Diamond Art Deco Brooch MF25-020326
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
An elegant openwork design makes this Art Deco brooch simply inspired. Incredibly detailed, the Platinum setting beautifully showcases Diamonds with a total weight of 9.0 carats. It ...
Diamond, Platinum
White Diamond Brooch in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous brooch with 1.50 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k white gold.
White Diamond, White Gold
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston 6.50 Carat Diamond Flower Platinum Brooch
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined creation showcases the unmistakable sophistication and craftsmanship associated with the House of Harry Winston. The brooch is composed of beautifully arranged round br...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1950s
Located in Wailea, HI
18k Diamond Bow Brooch circa 1950's in yellow and white gold Fourteen round brilliant cut diamonds contained in the delightful bow style brooch weighing 1.50 carats approximately Co...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Exquisite David Webb Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18k gold flower brooch by David Webb, set with approx. 9 carat H/VS-Si diamonds. Brooch measures 2 3/8" x 1 7/8". Marked Webb and 18k. Weight - 24.1 grams.
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1960s David Webb Diamond Ribbon Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 12.00 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 2 x 2 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French 14k Gold Garnet with Diamonds Brooch
Located in New York, NY
FRENCH 14K GOLD GARNET WITH DIAMONDS BROOCH -Metal: 14k Gold -Brooch Dimension: 44.1mm x 27mm -Garnet: 5ct, 11.5mm x 10.5mm -Diamonds: 0.06ct, Old Miners -Weight: 7 gr
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
$28,000 / item
Cartier Citrine Diamond Gold Orchid Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Large 18k gold orchid flower brooch by Cartier, with citrine and madeira citrine, surrounded with approx. 0.34ctw G/VS diamonds. Brooch measures 2 7/8" x 2". Comes in original box. M...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold
Cartier Diamond and Gold Pinwheel Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Timeless and classic Cartier Diamond Accented Gold Pinwheel or flower clip in heavy 18k gold. There are 7 x .10 point diamonds which amount to close to .75 carat weight total. Wonder...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Brooch 10.29 Carats
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold diamond Bow brooch. The brooch is set with round brilliant cut diamonds varying in size, totalling approximately 10.29ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midcentury Sapphire Diamond Platinum Brooch Clip Set
Located in New York, NY
Impressive platinum brooch, converts into two clips, set with blue sapphires and approx. 14 carats in H/VS-SI diamonds. Brooch measures 3.25" x 1.5', converts into two clips - each m...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18K Rose Gold 3.65ct Diamond Brooch MF39-030226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Dazzling Diamonds with a total weight of 3.65 carats allow this brooch to effortlessly sparkle and shine.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Two Tone Gold/Plat Pin Brooch with 5 Ct Round Diamonds & 32.29 Ct Amethyst
Located in New York, NY
The deep purple stone is beautifully complemented by 144 round brilliant diamonds, totaling 5 carats, with H color and VS clarity.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 7.00 Carat Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with Rond Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 7.00 carats. Circa 1950s 2 1/4 x 1 1/2 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.