Antique Victorian garnet brooch with a locket, second half of the 19th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Victorian sentimental brooch with a cabochon-cut garnet and a space for a photo.
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Garnet, Gold
Antique Victorian garnet brooch with a locket, second half of the 19th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Victorian sentimental brooch with a cabochon-cut garnet and a space for a photo.
Garnet, Gold
Antique 23.50 Carat Garnet 0.28 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 23.50 carat garnet, 0.28 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse Victorian jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
Antique 3.91 Carat Garnet 0.95 Carat Diamond 10k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1870
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 3.91 carat garnet, 0.95 carat diamond, 10k yellow gold and silver set brooch; part of our garnet jewelry collection.
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch from the mid 19th Century.
Garnet, Gilt Metal
Victorian Gold Filled Garnet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gold Filled Garnet Brooch from the late 19th Century.
Garnet, Gold-filled
Victorian Etched Gold Garnet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Etched Gold Garnet Brooch which was converted from a bracelet into a brooch circa 1910.
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Bird Brooch - Circa 1880
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking Victorian era brooch dating to 1880–1900, designed as a graceful bird adorned with almandine garnets.
Garnet
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Antique Clover Brooch
Located in Wilmslow, England
This shimmering brooch was created in the mid to late 1800s, most likely in the kingdom of Bohemia. Condition Report: Very Good - A couple of very tiny garnets are missing from the...
Garnet
Victorian 3.50ct Garnet Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Victorian era, this beautiful hand crafted brooch features a collection of deep red garnets.
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Tennis Racket Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian bohemian garnet crossed tennis rackets brooch.
Garnet, Gold-filled
Opal and Garnet Victorian Gold Brooch
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant and unusual gold brooch with a twisting in and out tubular design. The brooch has three opals and four garnets mounted on different levels. The brooch is 2 3/8 inches w ide...
Garnet, Opal, Gold, 18k 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
Antique 1870 Cabochon Carbuncle Garnet Victorian Brooch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
An antique Victorian brooch, circa 1870, from the antique fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California.
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Snake Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly remarkable brooch dating back to the Victorian era. At the centre of this 15ct yellow gold piece, a flaming torch has been crafted with a snake wrapping itself a...
Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Almandine Garnet and 9carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch would also make a stunning pendant! There are four almandine garnets set into the decorative brooch, modelled in 9ct gold. Brooch Dimensions: 23x27mm Stone Dim...
Garnet, Gold
Victorian brooch with garnet - 9.8 grams - 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold brooch with garnet – 9.8 grams detailed description: the brooch has a diameter of 2.7 cm wide and 1.5 cm deep weight 9.8 grams set with - 37 x 2.4 mm – 7.7 mm rose...
Garnet, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Garnet Riding Crop Equestrian Horse Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique Victorian brooch in the shape of a riding crop accented with bohemian garnets set in base metal.
Garnet, Base Metal
Victorian Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Angel Harp Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully unique brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the shape of a harp with a female angel p...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Victorian Garnet Enamel Engraved Gold Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Finely Detailed Rare Vintage Victorian Garnet and Enamel Engraved Gold Brooch Pendant.
Garnet, Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Gold Wash 900 Silver Garnet Brooch #2965
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique Victorian Gold Plated 900 Silver Garnet Pin/Brooch- This stunning brooch features rose cut Bohemian garnets set in gold plated 900 silver.
Garnet, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 10k Yellow Gold Bohemian Garnet Cabochon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique Victorian brooch is crafted in warm yellow gold and features classic Bohemian garnet cabochons arranged in a rich, cohesive design.
Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold and Silver Garnet and Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
A Victorian gold and silver bar brooch centred with a large cabochon garnet, often described as a carbuncle, overlaid with a rose-cut diamond cluster.
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Victorian Cabochon Garnet Gold 1860s Antique Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Victorian Antique Exquisite 11tcw Cabochon Garnet Gold Oscar worthy Statement Brooch Pin.
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 2.35ct Garnet and 21k Yellow Gold Brooch, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.35 carat garnet and 21 carat yellow gold brooch with a silver pin; part of our diverse antique garnet jewellery and estate jewelry...
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Barnby & Rust 20K Yellow Gold Garnet Mourning Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This Victorian brooch is crafted from 20K yellow gold, featuring cabochon-cut garnets with a rich red hue.
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Victorian 42g Yellow Gold Garnet Agate Pearl Cameo Brooch, 1860
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Antique Victorian Agate and Pearl Seeds, Garnet Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch 1860 Extremely delicate and fine work depicting a high society lady, with pearls and silk dress.
Agate, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian Garnet, Diamond and Ruby Bug Brooch, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This stunning and handcrafted brooch is shaped in the design of a fly, featuring the wings as half moon, cabochon cut garnets.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Amazing Victorian Flat Cut Garnet and Pearl Gold Brooch / Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Amazing Victorian Flat Cut Garnet and Pearl Gold Brooch / Pendant The most beautiful Pearl and garnet detailed pendant, truly excellent!
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Victorian 12K Gold Diamond, Amethyst, Pearl, and Garnet Fly Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This 12k gold Victorian brooch is meticulously crafted with superb attention to detail.
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Garnet Cabochon & Diamond Brooch/Pendant 14K Gold - c.1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this sumptuous antique Victorian 14ct gold garnet quatrefoil and diamond brooch/pendant - made c.1880.
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Garnet Diamond Pearl Double Arrow Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian double arrow bar brooch. The piece is crafted in 14K gold.
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Victorian 18K Rose Gold Garnet Diamond Brooch, Circa 1888, France
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent example of Victorian sentimental brooch, dated 1888 engraved on the backside – bearing French import duty marks Glorious artwork skilfully hand crafted of solid 18 KT ros...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Bohemian Victorian Rose Cut Garnet Circle Brooch Pendant 17ct Gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This charming Victorian-era bohemian garnet brooch, circa 19th century, features seventeen rose-cut garnets, renowned for their deep red hue and brilliant sparkle.
Garnet, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Amethyst Demantoid Garnets Old Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Round Cut - Prong Set - Very High Quality Deep ROYAL Purple Color - 20mm (approx.) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Prong S...
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Victorian Brooch Gold Rose Cut Bohemian Garnet Pearl Teardrop Pin
Located in Wallkill, NY
14K Gold Bohemian Garnet & Seed Pearl Brooch Pin. Offered for sale is this truly spectacular Pin. This is one of those rare hard to find Antiques pieces! Center cabochon Garnet as we...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian 0.25ct Demantoid Garnet, Pearl and Ruby Salamander Brooch, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 15 carat yellow gold, this intricate salamander brooch dates to the late Victorian period. A collection of 0.25 carat total, demantoid garnets and natural pearls adorn the...
Ruby, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Garnet & Diamond Star Cabochon Brooch/Pendant 14K Gold c.1870
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian 14ct gold garnet and diamond star brooch/pendant made c.1870.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian brooch with garnet and rose cut diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian 14k yellow gold and silver brooch with garnet and rose diamond up to 0.30ct - G/H - SI Detailed description: The brooch measures 6.2 cm long by 2.6 cm wide Weight: 19.5 ...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Silver
15ct Gold, Early Victorian Floral Garnet & Pearl, Etruscan Locket Back Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Etruscan Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1860 Introducing a stunning 15ct yellow gold Victorian brooch, a true testament to the artistry of the era.
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Cabochon Garnet Dangle Pin Brooch Pendant / Scarf Tie
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Rhodolite Garnets - Round Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Bright Vivid Wine Red Color - 11.2mm & 10.3mm (approx.) Material: All 18K Solid Yellow Gold, ...
Garnet, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond, Demantoid Garnet, Ruby and Pearl Bug Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This delicate little brooch dates back to the 1880s and is a fabulous piece of Victorian jewellery.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
Victorian Pearl, Garnet, Ruby and Diamond Brooch in 14k Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Victorian brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a silver setting.
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Fringe Victorian Style Heavy 2ct Garnet 12K Gold Black Enamel Bar Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Style Vintage GARNET Black Enamel 12k Yellow Gold Bar Brooch, C 1920s-30s This Victorian style beautifully textured Dark Rich Red Garnet Bar Brooch dates from the brief Vi...
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 1860 Renaissance Revival 2.20 Carat Garnet Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade garnet brooch. One cushion cut deep red, almost brown 2.20cts garnet set in a 14k yellow gold setting. This brooch is a perfect example of the crafting skills in mid to late...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Silver-Topped Gold Butterfly Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized butterfly with ornately shaped wings, silver bead detail, and a segmented body accented by ruby eyes Top wings are bead set with round cut demantoid garnet we...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold Garnet Seed Pearl Foliage Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Garnets - 4 Round Cut, 1 Oval & 1 Marquise Cut- Prong Set - Red Colors - 3.1mm (round each), 10x8.1mm (oval), 5.7x4.1mm (marquise)(approx.) (7) Genu...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Lizard Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking lizard brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece focally features vibrant electric green demantoid garnets along the body and tail, compl...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Carbuncle Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous drop brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This rounded piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and features multiple decorated layers consi...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880 Bohemian Garnet Bow Brooch Silver Gilt
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This sophisticated garnet bow brooch was created in 1880 ca. It is set with round cut garnets of varying size as well as pyramid cut garnets. The stones are set in silver, the brooch...
Garnet, Silver
Demantoid garnet and diamond lizard brooch, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Demantoid garnet and diamond lizard brooch. Set with nine cushion shape natural demantoid garnets in open back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.85 carats, furth...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Demantoid garnet, diamond and pearl brooch, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Demantoid garnet, diamond and pearl brooch. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural demantoid garnet in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.40 carats...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian Garnet Diamond Ruby Silver-Topped 18 Karat Gold Fly Insect Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fly featuring two half moon garnet cabochon as wings; transparent and a dark glowing red color With thorax and abdomen comprised of deeply oxidized silver, set through...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 9.48 Carat Garnet and 21k Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 9.48 carat garnet and 21 karat yellow gold tassel pendant / brooch - boxed; part of our diverse antique garnet jewellery collections.
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Victorian Garnet Diamond Pin Pendant with Original Box
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Old European and rose cut diamonds decorate this Victorian adornment from top to bottom, their brilliance brightening the richly-hued garnets that create the focal points of this bea...
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver
1880 Victorian Gold over Silver Cabochon Garnet Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
- Gold over silver - 18.00mm cabochon cut garnet - 19=4.50mm rose cut carnets - 21=3.25 rose cut garnets - 10.44 grams This 1880 Victorian gold over silver cabochon garnet pin/...
Garnet, Silver
1890 Victorian Gold Gilt Over Silver Garnet Tiered Circle Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful 1890 Victorian circle pin is gold gilt over sterling silver with tiered garnet. The pin features a large 8.50mm garnet center stone, surrounded by four more layers of ...
Garnet, Silver
Antique 14K Gold Garnet Cannetille Brooch, Late 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A refined Dutch antique 14 karat yellow gold garnet brooch dating to the mid-19th century. The brooch is centered with a round, rose-cut garnet in a deep wine-red hue, beautifully fa...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 21k Yellow Gold Garnet Cupid with Cerberus Cameo Mourning Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite example of Victorian craftsmanship, this antique mourning brooch is rendered in rich 21k yellow gold, showcasing a finely carved cameo of Cupid taming Cerberus—the mythi...
Garnet, Yellow Gold
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Victorian Revival Gilt Brooch with Garnet & Opal Rhinestones by Florenza, 1960s
By Florenza
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 3.25" tall - Gold plated - Garnet colored crystal rhinestones - Opal colored crystal rhinestones - By Florenza (signed on verso) - Circa 1960s - Esta...
Antique Amethyst Garnet Spider Insect Brooch Bernhard Hertz Denmark Circa 1890
By Bernhard Hertz
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a wonderful antique Victorian Amethyst, Garnet and Pearl Spider or Insect Beetle Bug Brooch by Bernhard Hertz of Denmark dating to circa 1890.
Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, Silver
Antique Victorian Garnet Gold, circa 1890 Brooch
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful antique Victorian Garnet brooch is Circa 1890 The lovely deep red Garnets adorn this fabulous brooch, beautiful workmanship set all round.
Garnet, Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Star Brooch Czech
Located in Hove, GB
Antique Original Victorian Bohemian Rose Cut Garnet Star Brooch. Item Specifics Height: 2.5cm (approx 1.00") Weight: 5 grams ref:8312
Garnet, Brass
Antique English Victorian Garnet Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The central garnet about as wide as a ping-pong ball. Set in 15K gold alongside garnets and diamonds. In a fitted box from Robert Stewart of 75 Sauchiehell Street in Glasgow. The Ro...
Garnet, 15k Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Dementoid Garnet and Diamond Crescent Brooch Extremely Rare Sizeable Demantoid Garnets Removable Old Mine Cut Diamond Crown English Circa 1880
Garnet, White Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Garnet Gold Miner's Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A particularly good example of a South African goldrush brooch, dating from the 1880s. It comprises the standard miner's tools, a shovel, pick, and bucket, along with a rope and ladd...
Garnet, 9k Gold
Victorian Antique Demantoid Garnet Frog Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian 18 carat yellow gold fine model of a frog. Its back and lower legs are set with small demantoid garnets within the gold settings and cabochon cut ruby eyes. Anthea A ...
Garnet, Ruby
Antique Gold and Garnet Victorian Memory Brooch
Located in New York City, NY
The Antique gold Victorian memory brooch has beautifully engraved intertwining knots set with a garnet cabochon, and a removeable engraved garnet set heart drop with reliquary on rev...
Antique Victorian Garnet Moon Crescent Brooch Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Victorian Garnet Moon Crescent brooch is, Circa 1880.
Garnet, Gold
Unavailable
H 1.5 in W 1.78 in D 0.32 in
Antique Victorian Bohemian Garnet Butterfly Brooch, circa 1880 – 1900
Located in Kendal, GB
A pretty antique Victorian butterfly brooch encrusted with a gorgeous collection of Bohemian garnets with a blazing red glow beneath their dark surface.
Garnet, Gold
Antique Victorian Paste Tanzanite Garnet Butterfly Brooch, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous sterling Silver butterfly brooch is set with Paste, Tanzanite and Garnet stones.
Garnet, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Almandine Garnet Floral Brooch 18 Carat, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This spectacular Victorian Almandine Garnet brooch is outstanding, Circa 1900.
Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Almandine Garnet Pearl 15 Carat Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This can be worn as a pendant or a brooch, and perfect for that special occasion. This spectacular Victorian pendant brooch is steeped in English history.
Garnet, 15k Gold
Unavailable
W 1.3 in D 0.16 in L 3.75 in
Antique Victorian Marcasite Garnet Lizard Brooch Sterling Silver, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
The brooch also features two gorgeous Garnets which have been set to represent the lizard’s eyes.
Garnet, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Victorian 10k Gold & Garnet Hollow-ware Brooch 1860s
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is a Victorian 10k gold hollow-ware brooch with garnets from the 1860s.
Unavailable
H 0.22 in W 1.37 in L 1.35 in
French Victorian 1.65 Carat Garnet Brooch Silver and Yellow Gold
Located in Aurora, Ontario
There are forty-nine garnets in the brooch, that weigh a total of: 1.65 carat total weight.
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Green Demantoid Garnets Diamonds 14 Karat Gold Hedges Lizard Brooch
By A. J. Hedges & Co.
Located in Munich, DE
The green garnets were very much in fashion in the Victorian period and came from Russian mines.
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.15 in W 1.15 in D 0.48 in
Antique Victorian French Dog Brooch Garnet Eyes in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Kendal, GB
A wonderful antique French brooch from the late 19th century, depicting the face of an adorable, curly haired dog with two red, rose cut garnet eyes (approx. 0.15ct each).
Garnet, Gold
Unavailable
Diamond, Ruby, and Demantoid Garnet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lovely little circular brooch with sections of rose cut diamonds divided by alternating rubies and demantoid garnets. Silver on yellow gold. Just under 1" across.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Unavailable
H 1.38 in W 1.74 in
Antique Victorian Opal Garnet Pearl Brooch in 15 Carat Gold with 25 Carat Opal
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent antique late Victorian brooch claw set with an enormous natural opal cabochon in the centre, weighing an impressive 25 carats (approx.)
Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Gold
Victorian Hand Carved Labradorite and Garnet Devil Stick Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous labradorite stick pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This unique piece consists of a labradorite devil's head at the top of a 15kt rose gold stick pin. The 3-dimensional...
Labradorite, Garnet, 15k Gold
Antique Gold Silver and Garnets French Victorian Horse Shoe
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very lovely antique brooch, made in France circa 1870. Made in rose gold 18k (eagle head mark) and silver. Set with quality garnets cabochons. Dimensions: 31 and 27 mm Total weight: ...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Etruscan Revival 14ct Solid Gold Cabochon Garnet Locket Brooch Ca 1880
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
A Victorian Etruscan Revival 14ct Solid Gold Cabochon Garnet Brooch Circa 1880's A Victorian Etruscan revival cabochon garnet brooch, the central round cabochon garnet surrounded by...
Vintage Floral Butterfly Brooch with Garnets & Marcasites set in Sterling
Located in Pahrump, NV
This sterling brooch is vintage heirloom. Its beautiful design has a small butterfly hidden between the flowers and camouflaged with additional garnet gemstones. It has 19 garnets in...
Garnet, Hematite, Sterling Silver
John Bennett Victorian Gold Garnet Dice Cube Stick Pin
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Extremely Rare and Unusual Victorian finely engraved 15 Carat Gold and Garnet cabochon Dice or Cube stick pin by John Bennett. In original John Bennett 65&64. Cheapside London cas...
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.38 in W 1.25 in D 0.25 in
Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Diamond and Pearl Crescent Moon Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite crescent moon pin from the late Victorian (ca1900s) era! This beautiful piece is crafted in 18kt yellow gold and silver and displays luscious demantoid garnets, sparklin...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Dirk Dagger Silver Brooch Pin
Located in Chesterland, OH
This striking historic Victorian Silver Scottish Dirk brooch is Circa at 1900.
Agate, Garnet, Quartz, Jasper, Silver
Unavailable
H 2.29 in W 2.49 in D 0.4 in
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Snake Silver circa 1860 Brooch
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This piece also boasts a Garnet left eye and Ruby right eye. A striking historic piece, this brooch is a real talking point and a fantastic example of Victorian craftsmanship.
Agate, Garnet, Ruby, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Brooch Smoky Quartz Silver, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This impressive Antique Victorian Scottish brooch has been crafted in Silver and depicts a crown atop a shield.
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Quartz, Silver
Unavailable
W 0.63 in L 1.26 in
Tortoise Brooch, 18 Karat Gold, Green Garnets, Diamonds & Rubies, USA circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a Tortoise. The shell of the tortoise is pave set with fine quality green garnets and brilliant cut diamonds with diamonds also set to t...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 1.7 in L 2.5 in
30 Carat Pear Shaped Tourmaline with Diamonds, Garnets, 15kt Gold/Silver Brooch
Located in Aurora, Ontario
If you're looking for a statement piece, this jewel is it! The center pear-shaped gem is a tourmaline which weighs a substantial 30 carats. There are four other tourmalines (three...
Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver
Unavailable
H 1.66 in W 2.17 in
Mid 19th Century Red Cabochon Garnet White Old Cut Diamond Brooch Gold Silver
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique cabochon garnet and old cut diamond brooch, mounted in gold and silver. Mid 19th century.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver
Unavailable
W 1.15 in D 0.5 in L 1.15 in
Antique 9ct Gold Garnet Pearl Target Brooch Pin c1890 Heavy 9.5g 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
On offer is this gorgeous 9CT HEAVY GOLD NATURAL GARNET AND PEARL TARGET BROOCH DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Heavy Yellow Gold Style: Victorian classic brooch / pin in the...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Unavailable
W 1.7 in D 0.71 in Dm 1.7 in L 1.7 in
Antique 9ct Gold Huge Garnet Cluster Brooch Pin c1860 Heavy 19.6g 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
On offer is this gorgeous 9CT HEAVY GOLD ROUND GARNET CLUSTER BROOCH DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Heavy Rosey Yellow Gold Style: Classic Victorian Garnet Cluster Brooch, h...
Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Hessonite Garnet, Diamond, and Pearl Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning diamond, pearl, and hessonite garnet pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This spectacular piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold and topped in sterling silver an...
Diamond, Pearl, Hessonite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Hessonite Garnet, Diamond, and Pearl Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning diamond, pearl, and hessonite garnet pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This spectacular piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold and topped in sterling silver an...
Diamond, Pearl, Hessonite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Demantoid Garnet & Diamond Antique Lizard Pin Pendant 18k
Located in Naples, FL
Very rare gem color Demantoid encrusted antique lizard and diamond chameleon pin/pendant circa 1860's - 1890's. This jeweled companion lizard has approx. 2 CTS of fine old European ...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.66 in W 1.66 in Dm 1.66 in
Engraved 15 Carat Gold Antique Brooch & Coloured Gemstones, Scottish circa 1870
Located in London, GB
A Victorian finely engraved 15 carat yellow gold antique brooch set with coloured semi precious gemstones comprising amethysts, garnets and a large central Cairngorm citrine.
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 0.6 in W 1.38 in
Late 19th Century Diamond Set Brooch of a Vintage Car, English, circa 1895
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century brooch of a vintage motor car in particularly fine detail. The body is set with brilliant cut diamonds, the horn set with a green garnet and the headlight set wit...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Emerald and Diamond Dragon Fly Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Fabulous vintage 14k yellow gold and silver dragon fly pin set with five faceted green emeralds weighing about 2.20cts and 33 rose cut and old mine cut diamonds weighing about 2.80ct...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Antique Garnet and Diamond Snake Pendant Brooch, 1830s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This Early-Victorian bi-colour gold-backed pendant from 1830 embodies a treasure of symbols through a deep pink garnet heart, a silver-topped bow, snake, cross and anchor encrusted w...
Diamond, Garnet, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Rose G...
Bohemian Rhapsody: Antique Garnet Brooch & Earrings in Box
Located in Wimberley, TX
Nothing makes the heart of a jewelry connoisseur go pitter patter quite like an item of antique jewelry in its original box. A Victorian era demi-parure containing a brooch and earri...
Garnet, 15k Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Brooch in Gilt Silver
Located in Boston, MA
A victorian period bohemian garnet set locket with matching brooch.
Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian 5.20 Carat Garnet Diamond and Gold Clover Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive Victorian garnet brooch has been crafted in 15k yellow gold.
Diamond, Garnet, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian 1.47 Carat Garnet and 1.93 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The Victorian garnet brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9k yellow gold and silver.
Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian garnet stone brooch
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old garnet brooch from the early Victorian era from Great Britain made of 0.375 gold Very good condition / patina resulting from time width: 4cm
Garnet, 9k Gold
Victorian Garnet Flower Brooch/Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous garnet brooch comes from the 1870s Victorian era.
Garnet, Gold
Antique Victorian Garnet Star Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Victorian garnet six-point star brooch set in base metal.
Garnet, Base Metal
Victorian Demantoid Garnet Turtle Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Whimsical 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch, set with Green Demantoid Garnets and Old Mine Cut Diamonds, probably European.
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Victorian Garnet and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian brooch, set with large carbuncle cabochon garnet, with a rose-cut diamond set surround, with a suspended garland, set with old-cut diamonds and rose-cut diamond set drop...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver
Victorian garnets and pearl brooch
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old brooch with garnets and pearls Origin : United Kingdom Year: mid 19th century width 5cm x 1cm
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold
Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond 14 Karat Gold Lizard Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch designed as a slithering lizard deeply engraved with scallop motif scales Spine bead set North to South with round cut demantoid garnets, semi-transparent and lime green in c...
White Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Victorian brooch with garnet stones
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old brooch with 4 faceted garnets Origin : Great Britain, early 20th century Brooch made of 0.375 gold item weight: 3.3g Creates a beautiful addition to a shirt, hat or jacket
Garnet, 9k Gold
Victorian Garnet and Turquoise Snake Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is an antique snake brooch. Fabulously crafted and coiled in 15ct yellow gold to depict the infinity symbol; this piece is set with turquoise stones to the head and garnets for ...
Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Gold and Garnet Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Yellow gold brooch, adorned with two large cabochons of garnets surrounded by seed pearls underlined with a frieze and chains. Dimensions: 5.2 x 3.8 cm Weight: 17.2g.
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Horse Shoe Brooch with Garnet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 14 carat gold horseshoe brooch set with 5 large sugarloaf cut garnets, England, 19th century. weight: 10.32 grams dimensions: 2.9 x 2.8 cm
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Butterfly Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a stylized butterfly topped by scrolled wire antennae. With faceted Bohemian garnets throughout - bead set by silver. Measuring from 4.0 mm to 1.5 mm. Very well...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Demantoid Garnet Platinum 14 Karat Gold Grasshopper Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a grasshopper with scrolling tendrils and a cattail motif Cattail and grasshopper's eye are accented by round cut rubies - medium dark purplish red Grasshoppe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Pearl Gold Silver Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Victorian Bohemian garnet and pearl brooch mounted in yellow gold and silver circa 1880.
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Garnet Seed Pearl Swallow Bird 14 Karat Gold Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a swallow bird, holding an old mine cut diamond in it’s beak, weighing approximately 0.02 carat, eye-clean and white With a seed pearl set body and tiny garnet eye With...
Diamond, Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Cabochon Garnet and Diamond Bangle Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautifully bold bangle come brooch featuring a captivating oval shaped cabochon garnet as the primary stone. This oversized principal stone is surrounded by a halo of...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier from the Purple Label line. Hand ruched and draped wool on a boned, lined corset with side zipper entry. Attached in back is a mas...
Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant and rare Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds from the 1930's. Iconic design of hand carved rock crystal of bombe form with an inserted panel of bright pave di...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum, 18k Gold
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red wool coat by Alexander McQueen. It has a stand up mandarin collar, a button front with matching buttons hidden in a placket and shoulder pads. The front bodice has a ...
Victorian Coral Cabochon Filigree Comb
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Coral Cabochon Filigree Comb from the 1880's. Hand made gilt wirework set with genuine coral cabochons. Set on a hinged comb base. Lovely size and design. 1880's Ita...
Coral, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian Cut Steel butterfly hair comb
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian era hair comb. It is a two pronged celluloid hair comb in a yellow shade. The top is adorned with a pretty cut steel butterfly. Cut steel was populari...
Cut Steel
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian Hand Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1860
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This rare Victorian era brooch (circa 1860) presents an exquisitely detailed hand motif, sculpted in 14k gold and adorned with a delicate black enamel lace cuff. Rich red glass accen...
14k Gold, Enamel
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Rare 1990 Versace Atelier Egyptian One-of-a-Kind Heavily Beaded Runway Gown
By Atelier Versace, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 1990 custom made gown designed by Gianni Versace for his Versace Atelier label. High neck sleeveless dress fashioned of rich green damask silk; adorned throughout with weighty...
$1,900
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Vanilla Cream Lace Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection 2015 Sample Wedding Dress Vanilla Cream Like with all lighter neutrals, sometimes this leans more yellow, and sometimes this leans more ivory B...
Antique 18K Gold and Platinum Snake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This English platinum and 18K gold serpent bracelet was created circa the 1870s-1880s. The diminutive serpent with gold head highlighted by platinum accents and emerald eyes continue...
18k Gold, Platinum
18k enhancer, Blue Octopus Intaglio w sapphire bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18k carved blue Octopus Intaglio on white Cocolite enhancer. Sapphire bail.
Antique Victorian Style Real Scarab Shell & Silver Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique metal and scarab shell bracelet. In a silver toned or silver plated setting. Comprising of 10 bezel-set scarab shell links. With one scarab likely replaced (and one...
Silver
Art Deco Studded Bakelite Sword Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Studded Bakelite Sword Brooch from the 1930's. Root beer bakelite set with brass studs and gilt enamel. 4.5" x 1.5". 1930's USA.
Gilt Metal
Poured Glass Dragonfly, Maison Gripoix for Alexandre Zouari
Located in New York, NY
Pale Pink Poured Glass Dragonfly, Made by Maison Gripoix for Alexandre Zouari, the fame French hair stylist. Bronze pierced dragonfly with hand poured glass and pave accents. Motif i...
Limited Edition Christian Dior by John Galliano Victim Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring 2003 "Victim" Saddle bag. Condition: Good / Really good. Signs of use on the leather edges, please check the photos. Measurements: 24cm ...
The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.
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 and antique garnet jewelry has been around for a long time.
Garnets have been used for adornment going all the way back to the Bronze Age. While we will never know if garnets can be used to prevent plagues or heal warriors, as has been suggested, we do know that both the Egyptians and the Romans felt that it was a worthy stone to set in gold for their nobility. In more “recent” times, garnets were ubiquitous in Victorian jewelry. The “G” in REGARD rings, the equivalent of the modern-day engagement ring, implied garnet.
Garnets were also highly valued in the region of Bohemia. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has in its collection an antique hairpin with Bohemian pyrope garnets from the Czech Republic. Bohemian pyrope got its name from Bohuslav Balbín, sometimes referred to as the “Czech Pliny,” in 1679. Abundant in the region, it was used often in jewelry during this time. In fact, it became so popular that in 1762, Empress Marie Terezie forbade its export. Stonecutting workshops opened in several regions across Bohemia, and pyrope became the country’s mineralogical symbol. While there was never a decline in its popularity, it was only in the mid-20th century that garnets enjoyed a revival.
Garnets can come in many shapes and sizes — one of the largest ever discovered is a 68.82-carat Tsavorite garnet. This stone is also in the collection of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, Brazil’s mines are rich in garnets, including spessartine, which can also be found in the Myanmar area, recognized for a specific shade of reddish-orange. While red garnets are the most popular, garnets actually come in a medley of colors.
Find a collection of antique and vintage garnet rings, necklaces and other jewelry today 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.