Natural Turquoise Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Bee Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
exquisite craftsmanship. This luxurious brooch is adorned with turquoise matrix, sapphire eyes and round
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Turquoise Ruby Vintage Bee Brooch -Yellow Gold 18k Rd .80ctw Pin
By Cartier
Located in Greensboro, NC
Carat(s): .80ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Natural Turquoise Treatment
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Bee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of whimsy to your outfit with this charming bee brooch. Weighing 10.8G and crafted from
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Diamond Gold Turquoise Enamel Bee Brooches
Located in Greenwich, CT
brooches. These vintage, circa 1960-70, one-of-a-kind bumble bee pins have rich turquoise heads that
White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Midcentury Turquoise and Diamond Bee Brooches
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
These larger-than-expected bees framed in 18 karat yellow gold and decorated with antique cut
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise and Diamond Bee Brooch by Rosenthal
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Herbert Rosenthal, New York. This charming bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal is set
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Bee Brooch/Pin #21420
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Bee Brooch/Pin- Make a bold statement with this
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Diamond Gold Fly Bee Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant & Finely detailed signed Van Cleef & Arpels, France Bee Fly Wasp Brooch set with Turquoise
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Bee Pins
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
A rare pair of bee pins, by Van Cleef and Arpels set with rubies, sapphires, diamonds and turquoise
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Panetta Amethyst and Turquoise Glass Bee Brooch
By Panetta
Located in London, GB
Panetta gold tone bee brooch set with faceted amethyst glass stones for the body, and a turquoise
Sold
H 1.64 in W 1.66 in
Vintage Yellow Gold & Silver Ruby Diamond Turquoise Rhodochrosite Bee Fly Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (55) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Cabochon Cut - Bead Set - Natural Varying Turquoise
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Heidi Daus Bee Jeweled Embellished Turquoise Cabochon and Crystal Pin Brooch
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Make a buzz with this fabulous pin by Heidi Daus! This bee is decorated with amethyst, peridot
Crystal
Antique Georgian Turquoise Pearl Bee Brooch, circa 1830
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Turquoise and Pearl brooch is Circa 1830. The wonderful brooch depicts a lovely scene of a Bee resting on a
Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Gold Mother Bee and 3 little bees Pin
Located in London, GB
This charming Victorian brooch is set with 4 fine Persian Turquoise and the little bees each have 9
Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Solid 14 Karat Gold Bee Brooch W Lapis, Coral, and Turquoise & Ruby! 4.4 Grams
Located in Manchester, NH
Solid 14K Yellow Gold Bee Brooch w Lapis, Coral, & Turquoise & Ruby! 4.4 grams This beautiful
Hermes Birkin 35 Plomb Limited Edition Bag Togo Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in rare limited edition Plomb (Off Black). SO chic! Simply a perfect neutral bag that is just shy of the Black which reveals as ...
$995Sale Price|58% Off
Size: 36.5
Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Worn One Time Minor Markings to Soles Only Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, $2425 * Python Heels * Size: 36.5 * Purple & Orange Snakeskin Python * Adjustable Ankle...
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for years Gorgeous, couture-like piece hand-crafted by the seamstresses in Christian Dior's atelier in Pa...
$225Sale Price / item|50% Off
Turquoise Center Unisex Ring Framed with Sparkling Zircon Set in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Bold Turquoise Center Unisex Ring Framed with Sparkling Zircan handcrafted ring featuring a vibrant oval shaped turquoise cabochon at its center. The rich blue hue of the natura...
Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 3.8 in L 28.5 in
Chanel Vintage 1980s Large Quilted Lambskin Crossbody Bag with CC Lock
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a large quilted lambskin bag which can be worn crossbody or shoulder. Vintage from the 80s it has a rare diamond etched CC turn lock fastening; interwoven leather and gold to...
Spectacular Antique Bee Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 14k. Set with 2.0 carats of rosecut diamonds, a .75 carat cognac diamond (Fancy orangey brown), black enamel, and a 1.50 carat emerald, this fashionably refined 150-yea...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,578
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Satin Gown with Geometric Inlays, FW 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano dress from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is a floor-length, form-fitting slip dress composed of black satin panels intersected with floral prin...
$580
H 1.19 in W 1.86 in
Czechoslovakian Gilt Brass and Purple Crystal Intricate Butterfly Brooch, Pin
Located in Milford, DE
An exquisitely detailed vintage butterfly brooch. Features intricately detailed wings and body accented with enameled flowers and amethyst-colored crystals. Gilt brass metal. Some d...
Crystal, Brass
Plique-à-Jour Enamel Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique dragonfly brooch. It features enameled Plique-a-Jour wings, which are enamel without a backing making a “window” allowing light to pass. Adding to that are round brilliant c...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$5,295
Size: Extra Large
Vintage 1990s Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse Gold CC Charm
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Discover this Vintage 1990s Authentic Chanel Brown Quilted Jumbo Tote Shoulder Bag Purse with iconic gold CC charm — the ultimate statement for any Chanel collector or luxury lover. ...
Christian Dior dress Winter 2008
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Silk bustier dress with drapery and printed with a flower pattern on a white background. Size 36FR indicated. 2008 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic d...
Certified Natural Diamond Ruby Band 14k White Gold cocktail Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
Gross weight- 17.200grams Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 sterling silver Metal color- White gold Varmile Metal Hallmark- Yes Gemstone name- Diamond and Ruby Gemstone type- Natural ...
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Gold Plate, White Gold, Vermeil, ...
HERMES Gris Perle grey Mysore leather CONSTANCE 18 MIROIR Bag Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Constance 18 shoulder bag is crafted in Gris Perle (light grey) Chèvre Mysore leather, known for its fine grain and durability. The design is elevated by t...
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1960s Large Cat Brooch with Natural Emerald Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cat Brooch 18ct Gold Circa 1960s Add a touch of whimsy to your jewellery collection with this fabulous-sized 18ct yellow gold cat brooch. Playfully posed, this adorable ki...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Birkin HSS 35 Gris Tourterelle Tri Colour Special Order Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 HSS bag featured in coveted Gris Tourterelle accentuated with purple top stitch. Gorgeous Blue Paon interior completes this unique Special Orde...
Victorian Diamond Bee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century rose diamond and ruby bee set on a pearl capped staff. Charming subject matter typical of Victorian novelties.
Excellent condition.
Diamond, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
Find antique and vintage turquoise rings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories 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.
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Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
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