18K Yellow Gold 2.70ct Diamond and Sapphire Brooch MF36-070126
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A magnificent antique bar brooch in 18K yellow gold, featuring three cushion-cut blue sapphires totaling 2.0 ct set within a sweeping navette of old mine-cut diamonds totaling 2.70 ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1920s Art Nouveau Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Art Nouveau 0.84 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, platinum set brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wiese Spirit French Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Herbert Rosenthal Iconic Yellow Gold and Diamond Bee Brooch
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Herbert Rosenthal 18k Yellow Gold Bee Brooch, measuring 1 inch from Wing tip to tip 3/4 inch in length and weighing 6.4 Grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Butterfly Shape Diamonds 18K White Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This sweet butterfly brooch features a 18k two tone gold. The butterfly features 44 round cut diamonds all bead set throughout the wings and body. Butterflies were hugely important a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bulldog Brooch
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
Handcrafted with careful attention to detail, this piece reflects the bold gold styling and refined diamond workmanship popular in the 1990s. Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.87Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.87 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique Victorian floral brooches collection.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise And 2.50cttw Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This lovely turquoise and diamond brooch, crafted in 18k yellow gold, is designed in the elegant form of a flower.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold golf club brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian brooch showcases vibrant calibre cut rubies framed by delicate rose cut diamonds in a graceful 18k yellow gold and platinum setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Diamond Turquoise Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Key Features & Specs: Material: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstones: 9 Brilliant Round Diamonds 0.3 carats total, 19 Marquise Turquoises (5 mm x 3 mm), 3 Round Turquoises (3 mm) Pendant/Brooch...
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Preowned Cynthia Bach 18K Yellow Gold Rubellite and Diamond Brooch
By Cynthia Bach
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold rubellite and diamond brooch with one bezel set faceted pear shaped rubellite weighing approximately 10.00 carats.
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Circle Floral Brooch
Located in Sewickley, PA
A timeless vintage brooch crafted in solid 14K yellow gold featuring a graceful open-circle design with elegant ribbed detailing and a stylized floral motif.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2000s Diamond Flower Ribbon Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Roma, RM
Expertly crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, the brooch showcases a striking contrast between round brilliant-cut and baguette-cut diamonds, highlighting the precision of its workmanship.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ruby and Diamond Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Tiffany & Co. Brooch Features Floral or Anemone Design with Three Center Diamond Solitaires and Round Rubies Throughout Brooch is Approximately 38 mm Wide x 36 mm Long Total...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Circa 1890 9k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.30 carat ruby and 0.18 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold pin brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collection.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Circa 1935 Diamond Yellow Gold Stylized Bow Brooch
Located in Wheaton, IL
Charming Retro circa 1935 diamond yellow gold stylized bow brooch very pretty neat tailored look - 14kt yellow gold (quality mark reverse) and diamond set with small single cut and f...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 0.28ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Spray Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage yellow gold and diamond brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Lizard Diamond Yellow Gold 18 Karat Brooch Clip
Located in Geneva, CH
The Animal Lizard brooch clip in yellow gold 18k is a captivating piece of jewelry.
Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Bee Brooch with Square Yellow Sapphires, Diamonds, Ruby Eyes in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold sapphire bee pin. The body of the bee has 67 invisibly set square cut natural yellow sapphires with an approximate total weight of 8.71 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Staple Brooch with 10 White Diamonds - Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This elegant staple brooch is crafted in yellow gold and features ten sparkling white diamonds, adding a touch of sophistication and shine.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Yellow Gold Diamond Leaf Brooch 18k Gold Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Original Tiffany Leaf brooch Pin Detail Leaf design with one Diamond Weight: approx 17 grams 18k Yellow Gold Size: approx 35 x 35 mm Makers mark can be seen in the images Pr...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Handmade 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Lion Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
A Modern pendant/brooch lion head, circa 1960. The very well made hand executed lion head can be worn either as a pendant or as a brooch, it's made in 18k yellow and features 3 round...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,240Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Mid Century Yellow Gold and Diamond Circular Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Tampa, FL
Cartier Mid Century 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Circular Brooch Diamond Details: Shape - Round Brilliant Cut Weight - Approximately 0.11 carats Color - D-E Clarity - VS1+ ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Brooch, 1.10ct Sapphires
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Accenting the brooch is an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.20 carat, graded G color and VS clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Floral Spring Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Ruby & Diamond Floral Brooch Material: 18k yellow gold Gemstones: Natural rubies approximately 0.30 carat total weight Gemstones/Diamonds: Natural dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian diamond pearl sapphire platinum and yellow gold brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The combination of cool platinum and warm 18k yellow gold reflects masterful craftsmanship and thoughtful design.
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Jade, 0.15 ct Diamond 14 kt Yellow Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Lisboa, PT
Jade and diamond floral brooch crafted in 14 kt yellow gold, with a sculptural botanical design centered on an open flower, a bud, and a carved leaf.
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Bunny Brooch
Located in Troy, MI
Fun and cute! Vintage 18 karat yellow gold 3 dimensional bunny brooch featuring 10 diamonds = 0.16 Cttw, 4 rubies = 0.32 Cttw and 6 sapphires = 0.48 Cttw.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.07ct Diamond Enamel Brooch, 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.07 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Bulgari Dachshund Brooch Pin 18K Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond 1980s
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Dachshund Brooch Pin 18K Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond 1980s This Bulgari brooch is made in 18k yellow gold as a stylized dachshund, capturing the breed’s distinctive elo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch with amethyst is encrusted with the 5 round diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Elephant Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
The combination of these gemstones - diamond, ruby, sapphire and emerald - with the yellow gold creates an incredibly luxurious and eye-catching piece.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.18 carat sapphire and seed pearl, 0.08 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold bar brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Antique Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Brooch Belle Époque
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive Victorian pearl and diamond brooch has been crafted in 15k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Diamond and Pearl 15K Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.21 carat diamond and pearl, 15 karat yellow gold, platinum set bow brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Opal, Diamond & Emerald Duck Brooch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond: 13 Round Brilliant cut = 0.35cttw Color: G Clarity: VS1 Diamonds: 12 Oval cut = 1.64cttw Color: G Clarity: V...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Pearl Ruby and Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 1.30 carat diamond and pearl, 0.02 carat ruby and 9 karat yellow gold, silver set 'dragonfly' brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Elephant Brooch Diamond Body Emerald Eye Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage 18K Elephant Brooch Diamond Body Emerald Eye Yellow Gold This vintage elephant brooch is made in 18K yellow gold, featuring a sculptural elephant with its trunk raised, a tr...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Blister Pearl Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Chick Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive blister pearl, 0.02 carat ruby and 0.33 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set chick brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,674Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Turtle Diamond Sapphire Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Rare and collectible, this Authentic Tiffany & Co. Turtle Pin Brooch is crafted in lustrous 18k yellow gold. It sparkles with brilliant diamonds and vivid deep blue sapphires, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French 2.90 Carat Diamond and Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 2.90 Carat diamond and 0.40 Carat emerald, 18k yellow gold flower spray brooch; part of our diverse brooch collection.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Victorian rose cut diamond pearl 18k yellow gold lyre brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the brooch measures 1 5/8 inches in length and has a total gram weight of 6.15 grams.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Ruby "Flower" Brooch Set in Yellow Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior One-off "Flower" Brooch set in Yellow Gold with: - 26 Diamonds with 0,31 ct (G-VVS); - 43 Rubies with 0,72 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamond Drop Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
The exquisite brooch is designed as a slim yellow gold bar, embellished with 5 individually set fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds, of various sizes, totalling to approximatel...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Emerald Frog Diamond Eyes Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstones: Emeralds and Diamonds Emerald Count: ~83 emeralds Emerald Carat Weight: ~1.50-2.00 carats Diamond count: 2 Diamond Color:...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire Ruby Pearl and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.09 carat ruby, 0.08 carat sapphire, 0.20 carat diamond and pearl, 18 karat yellow and white gold brooch; part of our organic style jewelry c...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cat Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measuring 2 1/4 x 1 7/8 inches and weighing 43.4 grams, this brooch is a substantial and elegant accessory. The harmonious blend of emerald, ruby, and diamond gemstones, all set in l...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Pearl Butterfly 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold diamond and pearl butterfly brooch pendant.
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
BROOCH Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Fly Insect Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This is an exceptionally charming, finely crafted vintage insect novelty brooch masterfully executed in solid 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vivacious Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This brooch features a show-stopping oval cats eye chrysoberyl cabochon, encircled within a sea of single-cut diamonds estimated to weigh around 2.00 carats.
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Contemporary Floral Brooch with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral brooch is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural octagon cut emerald.
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...
Antique-Style Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Feather Pendant-Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The settings are milgrain finished giving the piece its unique antique style. Made in 18k yellow gold, this lovely piece is ready to be worn as a brooch or add a chain though the pin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Contemporary Floral Brooch with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral brooch is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round natural diamonds, VS, F-G, and natural octagon cut emerald.
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...
Antique 1.95Ct Chrysoprase and 0.14Ct Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.95 carat chrysoprase and 0.14 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold dragonfly brooch; part of our antique dragonfly jewellery collections.
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold and Silver Set Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.90 carat diamond and natural pearl, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set bar brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collectio...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Oscar Heyman 18Kt Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Elephant Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Since 1912, Oscar Heyman has been creating magnificent jewelry with the finest gemstones sourced from around the world at their atelier in New York City. The 18 karat yellow gold an...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Brooch 18kt Yellow Gold and Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The "Retro Brooch 18kt Yellow Gold and Platinum with Diamonds" is a exquisite piece of jewelry that combines classic design elements with precious materials to create a timeless and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Silver-Topped Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Edwardian diamond filigree brooch, crafted in silver over 13K yellow gold and dating to the early 20th century.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s 1.68 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage bow brooch with diamonds has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Fancy Diamond & Green Garnet Fish Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Fancy Diamond & Ruby Fish 18K Rose Gold Brooch 16 Fancy Diamonds 1.50 CT 111 Green Garnet 1.81 CT 2 Rubies 0.16 CT 18K Rose Gold 11.96 GM The pomegranate stone of Garnet gleams...
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.