1940s Van Cleef & Arpels 18k gold hair comb in case
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
This charming 1940s Van Cleef & Arpels pocket comb is made of 18k yellow gold. It is adorned with a floral design engraving on the front and back and there is a central flower made o...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Large Gold Gemstone and Tortoise Mounted Hair Comb by Carter Gough
By Carter Gough & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This is one of the best Hair combs we have owned over the years and we have had many.
Citrine, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Art Deco Calibre Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pair Of Hair Combs
Located in New York, NY
One Pair Of Platinum Art Deco Hair Combs Embellished With Numerous Beautiful Color Calibre Cut Sapphires And Further Designed With Alternating Diagonal Set Old Cut Diamonds.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Pair of Antique Gold Platinum and Gem set Hair Combs
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Pair of Phenomenal Hair Combs, measuring 5 1/4 inches in length and 1 3/4 inches wide, heavy 18k Yellow gold with Platinum mountings top sections on top of Tortoise, furth...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$28,800Sale Price|55% Off
H 0.4 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Solid 750 Gold (18K) Vanity Case (129 grams - 4.6 oz)
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Gold toiletry case with embossed flowers, interior mirror, powder dispenser and hinged lid. Metal: Gold Origin: French Brand: Eagle Head Weight: 129.33 grams Dimensions:...
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels S-Shaped Diamond Gold Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Lined along the center of an elegant S shape, this brooch has multiple diamonds in varying sizes weighing a total of 1.20 carat. The S is outlined with 18 karat yellow gold in twiste...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Lapponia tie clip from Finland 18k yellow gold
By Lapponia
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Lapponia with this exquisite tie clip. Crafted by Lapponia, a renowned brand from Finland, this tie clip features a beautifully simple yet sophist...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany Co 14K Yellow Gold Money Clip Engraved Diamond Pattern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Money Clip – Engraved Diamond Pattern Circa 21st Century Total Weight: 5.75 grams (3.7 dwt) Length: 1 7/8” Origin: USA Elevate your accessory...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Compact Case Collectible, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Compact Case Collectible made in 18k yellow gold and Platinum. The case is crafted from woven gold and accented with diamonds totaling appx. 0.34 carats. The cas...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Paris Gold Golf Club Tie Clip, Circa 1940
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier Paris gold golf club tie clip, in the style of a "wedge" golf club, with a twisted rope grip, signed with hand engraved Cartier Paris, numbered P9853, with French e...
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Vintage Alhambra Yellow Gold Tie Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Alhambra Tie Lapel Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E color total weight .06ct Details: Measurements: Tie ...
Diamond, Yellow 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
Tiffany & Co. Antique Pearl Beads Comb, Gold Frame, 1900, USA
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Tiffany & Co Pearl Beads Comb Original Box, 1900 Very delicate item of its era. 1900. Originally obtained at the WA Bolin auction in Stockholm. Gold frame for pearls beads. No s...
Pearl, Gold
Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tie Pin, Circa 1960
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier 18 karat yellow gold tie pin, circa 1960. This elegant tie pin by Cartier features an oval ball to its top designed with curved lines of plain polished yellow gold...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian French Platinum Gold and Diamond Hair Barrett
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1915 - 1920 Edwardian Platinum and Yellow Gold Hair Barrett, measuring 2 5/8 inches in length and 1/4 inch wide, set with Rose cut Diamonds totaling approximately 1.50 Carats. ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Faberge Gold and Gem Set Paperknife by Eric Kollin
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé yellow gold and gem-set paperknife with book-blade, with a "samaradok" molten texture handle set with a ruby, sapphire and diamond, workmaster Eric Kollin, St Petersburg, m...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Retro 1940s Van Cleef & Arpels 14k Gold Ruby Pocket Make-Up Brush
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant Van Cleef & Arpels retractable makeup brush. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this luxurious accessory features exquisite floral engravings and a delicate ruby flower detai...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Texture Money Clip
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This distinguished vintage Cartier money clip is a refined accessory that blends timeless design with personal character. Crafted in 14K yellow gold, the piece features a beautifully...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian hair slide or scarf slide English, circa 1800.
Located in London, GB
Georgian hair slide or scarf slide. A yellow gold hair slide, featuring a hand with ruffled cuff holding a sprig of leaves and berries between the index and forefinger, and wearing a...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket and integrated purse. Measuremen...
Hermes Birkin 25 Rouge Exotic Lizard Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
The Hermès Birkin 25 is presented here in Rouge Exotique lizard, a softened red tone that balances vibrancy with restraint. The color offers presence while remaining versatile, makin...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1995 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: butto...
$3,259
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude and black silk mid-length evening dress with built-in corset and draped off-shoulder neckline Spring-Summer 1999
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
Alexander McQueen New Black Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
John Galliano black acetate evening slip dress, ss 1997
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano black acetate evening slip dress with spaghetti straps and scoop neckline. Spring-Summer 1997
Valentino Polka Dot Red Silk Blouse
By Valentino
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage red silk Valentino from the miss V collection with white polkadots. we offer more vintage items, view our frontstore The blouse has two parts at the side for closing, there...
Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk/linen black skirt suit from Alexander McQueen including an additional matching white skirt. The jacket has peak lapels, a breast pocket, small shoulder padding, side...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 Denim Raw Hem Mid Rise Straight Leg Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 Denim Raw Hem Mid Rise Straight Leg Jeans Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2000 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: St...
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Russet Brown Rayon Jersey Iconic Low Cut Dress With Cowl
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Russet Brown Rayon Jersey Iconic Low Cut Dress With Cowl
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2007 Black Wool Geometric Paneled V-Neck Cocktail Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2007 Black Wool Geometric Paneled V-Neck Cocktail Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Designer: Alexander McQueen Collection: c.2007 Style: Sheath Dres...
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Leather Bondage Black Corset Top
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Leather Bondage Black Corset Top IT 44 Look 27 from the Fall 2003 Versace Runway Collection. Stunning Versace Black Silk & Leather Runway Ad Campaign Bondage...
New Balmain Runway S/S 2017 Gold Chainmail Halter Open Back Top
By Balmain
Located in Englishtown, NJ
New Balmain Runway S/S 2017 Gold Chainmail Halter Open Back Top FR 38 As seen on Zoey Deutch and Look 78 on the Spring 2017 Runway.
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (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.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.