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. Incredibly luxurious, the circular 18K Rose Gold setting measures 1.25 round...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dankner Ruby Flower Gold Brooch 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Designer: Dankner Metal: 14k yellow gold Gemstones: 6 Rubies Ruby Total Carat Weight: ~0.50 carats Diameter: 1.75" long, 1.10" wide Total Weight: 9.9 Grams...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx Diamond White Ribbon Gold Brooch
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant ribbon shaped brooch in 14Kt white gold with diamonds stripes and onyx that surround a bigger diamond. onyx (1.20Kt) diamonds (0.77 Kt) US Size Width 0.78 inch Length 2.16 ...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Retro Diamond & Ruby Multi Tone Gold Brooch A 14-karat gold brooch set with 21 round cut diamonds, 4 round cut rubies, and 4 square cut rubies Circa 1940's Measurements: 2.25" x 2"
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Diamond 18K Gold Ribbon-Bow Brooch
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made from 18k rose gold, the brooch exudes a warm, luxurious glow. This artistic creation from Italy is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Three Dimensional Diamond and Gold Leaf Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive pavé diamond leaf brooch made of 18K yellow and white gold, circa 1960 -1970's. This three-dimensional brooch contains just under 8 carats in diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Enamel Fancy Diamond Gold Frog Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold and enamel frog brooch, adorned with a bow, set with approx. 0.20ctw in fancy bluish/teal diamonds and citrine cabochon eyes. Brooch measures 2 1/16" x 1.5" . Marked ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
David Webb, a Magnificent Signed Diamond Flower Brooch, with 184 Round Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent Signed David Webb 18K Gold and Cut Round Diamond Flower Brooch. Complete with 184 round diamonds, 18k yellow gold, signed Webb.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Hand Carved Crystal Yellow Gold Fox Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Hand carved quartz crystal fox face brooch in 14k yellow gold. 1 round cabochon crystal 14k yellow gold Hallmark: correct Quality 3.4 grams Top to bottom: 13.7mm or .5 Inc...
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 1.40ct Diamond Brooch MF17-070826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A circular design makes this luxury brooch a fabulous addition to any ensemble. Ribbon details make the 14K White Gold setting incredibly chic, while sparkling Diamond with a total w...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Garnet and 18 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18 Carat gold brooch holds two shiny cherry red garnet stone. The detail surrounding this stone is exquisite. The back of this brooch holds a locket with the original g...
Garnet, 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
Adorable Gold Emerald Ruby Tiger Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold emerald eyes ruby nose tiger pin, French gold hallmark, measures 1 1/4 x 1 inch, weight 6.4 dwt
Emerald, Ruby, Gold
18K White Gold 2.0ct Diamond Brooch MF20-070126
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a touch of classic luxury to any ensemble with this dazzling brooch. The circular 18K White Gold setting comes to life thanks to curved lines and organic leaf motifs. Diamonds wi...
Diamond, White Gold, 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
Gold Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant/Brooch
Located in Napoli, Campania
Pendant/Brooch in 14kt yellow and white gold composed of a central pearl surrounded by a crown of rubies with a base of diamonds and fancy diamonds. gold 9.00gr diamonds 0.75kt rubie...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Gold Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely antique from the Victorian era, circa 1890, with all the classic Victorian features. The diamonds are bright white chunky old European-cut diamonds which weigh a total of ap...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Ruby and Round Diamond Bee Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k yellow gold Colored Stone: 14 round cut rubies: 0.45cttw Diamonds: 6 round cut: 0.06cttw Color: I Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: 17.07mm x 18.70mm Weight: 2....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Emerald Bee Brooch Pin 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Emerald Gold Brooch in 14KT yellow gold, pretty green brooch pin! METAL: 14KT yellow gold Grams:2.75 Item25000006 mta WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewelers, located in...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Modern Transformer Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold Plum Blossom brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
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
Pearls, 18 Karat Rose Gold Retrò Brooch.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò brooch in 18 kt rose gold structure mounted with pearls. Pearls 1.30 gr Total Weight 4.70 RF +UUUH For any information, feel free to contact the seller through the message ce...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tsavorite Multicolored Sapphires Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The flower body is set with Tzavorite Garnets and Violet Sapphires arranged in a delicate gradient of colors. The pistil is articulated allowing it to move bringing more life to the ...
Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Akoya Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Ribbon Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k yellow gold this lovely piece can be worn as brooch or add a chain to its bail to wear as a pendant.
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Estate Platinum Marquise and Round Diamond Circle Brooch - VHK#376a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Platinum Marquise and Round Diamond Circle Brooch - VHK#376a Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum w 14k White Gold Pin [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 11.5 grams Diamond Deta...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
David Webb Multigem and Diamond Floral Gold Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Backed in platinum for added strength and contrast, it can be worn as a brooch or suspended as a pendant. Details: Maker: David Webb Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Gemstones...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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
Tiffany & Co. Gold Sapphire Flower Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 18 karat yellow gold flower with sapphire for its pistil. Marked: Tiffany & Co. / 18kt / Italy. Total weight: 11.0 grams. The brooch measures 1.75" x 7/8".
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Hardstone and Diamond Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique hardstone and 0.68ct diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cameo brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Floral Pin Brooch 2.5 Carat Round Diamond Emerald Sapphire and Citrine
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: Vintage Floral Pin with Diamonds, Lapis Lazuli, Emeralds, Sapphires DESCRIPTION: In a garden of dreams, this vintage floral pin blooms with timeless elegance. C...
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Seed Pearl Sweetheart Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Brooch 15ct Gold Circa 1910 Indulge in a piece of romantic history with this exquisite 15ct gold sweetheart brooch, beautifully crafted during the Edwardian era. Thi...
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Cartier Playing Card Brooches and Gold Cuff
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding the decadence of a bygone era, this pair of playing card clip brooches hail from the revered French jeweler Cartier. Each pin is crafted of red, white, blue and black enamel ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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. The brooch / pendant features face of woman looking straight ahead, with her wavy hair spread around in a ci...
Diamond, Gold
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
Victorian Diamond Gold Sunburst Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A well made piece from the 1880’s, this antique Victorian pin depicts a bursting sun. It features a large old cut diamonds in the center which is surrounded by 7 smaller diamonds. In...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Snake Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Brooch 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Step into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold snake brooch. Meticulously crafted, this piece showcases...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Bee Pin Brooch 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Natural ruby pin in 14KT yellow gold, stunning brooch with vivid rubies! METAL: 14KT yellow gold Grams:2.97 Item25000007 mmt WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewelers, loc...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Yellow Gold Rabbit Brooch Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The brooch is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Platinum-14K White Gold Trumpet Brooch Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary brooch featuring a detailed trumpet design, embellished with round white diamonds on the valves.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Cellino White Diamond Bow Yellow Gold Brooch
By Cellino
Located in Stamford, CT
From Italian designer Cellino comes this beautiful 1940's, 18 yellow gold diamond bow brooch. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite brooch features a radiant bo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Gold Diamond Pearl Ruby Bird Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bird Brooch Pin From the Retro and Art Deco eras Beautiful detail workmanship Platinum & 18k Gold Mother of Pearl /Shell, Diamonds, Ruby, and Enamel Approx weight: 12 grams...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch / Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Cameo Brooch / Pendant This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile framed in exquisite white gold filigree accented with four triangle cut sapph...
Sapphire, White Gold
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
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
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. This exquisite brooc...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby 18k Gold Platinum Bouquet Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k gold and platinum, the design is further embellished with 1.70 carats of round diamonds, adding a brilliant white contrast.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Vintage 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
At the heart of this brooch sits a captivating transitional cut round diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carats.
Diamond, White Gold
18K Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Floral Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elegant 18K yellow gold floral brooch showcasing a vibrant arrangement of rubies emeralds, sapphires, and round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k 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
David Webb Multigem and Diamond Floral Gold Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Backed in platinum for added strength and contrast, it can be worn as a brooch or suspended as a pendant. Details: Maker: David Webb Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Gemstones...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Crystal Paste and Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Edwardian faceted crystal paste brooch set in 14k gold with genuine, focal pearl and black hard enamel decoration. Excellent Condition. L 1.25" W 1"
Pearl, Crystal, 14k Gold
1950s 2.71 Carat Diamond and White Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage diamond brooch has been crafted in 18k white gold. The brooch has a floriated spray design, ornamented with three feature diamonds; a tran...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Spring Movement Butterfly Brooch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Spring Movement Butterfly Brooch. This is an absolutely stunning brooch with beautiful detail and both bezel and bead-set brilliant-cut diamonds. The dia...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
.16 Carat Ruby Rose Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Handmade 3D rose and green gold flower brooch, accented with 6 genuine red rubies.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Paris Two Birds Yellow Gold Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris Two Birds Yellow Gold Brooch, French Two birds on a branch, round-cut emerald and round-cut ruby, set on 18 karat yellow gold; marked Paris Size: width 3.5 cm; length...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Gold Floral Brooch, 18k
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Gold Floral Brooch made in 18k yellow gold. The total weight of the brooch is 13.54 grams. The dimensions are 2 3/8 inch x 1.38 inch wide.
Ruby, 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.
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.