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Period: 20th Century
Gemstone: Blue Sapphire
1960 Rose Gold Sapphire Brooch
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant vintage knot brooch with floral elements set with a natural blue sapphire of about 0.50 ct. in the center. Handcrafted in the 1960s in 18-karat rose gold. Questa raffinata sp...
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Italian Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Scintillating Vintage Gold, Diamond, Golden and Blue Sapphire Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This life like characterization of a dragonfly in flight is lavishly embellished with over 130 round faceted golden and blue sapphires as well as a number of round brilliant cut diam...
Category
Unknown Modern 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Brooch, circa 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
The brooch is 24mm wide, 2.25 inches in length, made of 18K yellow gold, and weighs 6.40 DWT (approx. 9.95 grams). It also has seven round sapphires.
Category
American Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire & Ruby Brooch, 18KT Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels floral motif brooch dates from the Retro era of the 1940’s. The brooch is signed 'VCA' and includes a Guild Laboratories certificate. This stunning br...
Category
French Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Antique Lapel Pin
Located in New York, NY
A classic never goes out of style. Case in point? This Diamond and Sapphire Antique Lapel Pin from the Jewels Aficionado collection of vintage and a...
Category
Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
French 1960s Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Charming retro brooch, it represents a leaf set in the heart of three blue sapphires. The hook is a pin with a safety pump.
Heigh...
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French Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Sapphire and Pearl Target Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an antique sapphire and pearl ring which has been set with a central pearl and surrounded by multiple calibre cut sapphires in a target shape.
The ring was masterfully conver...
Category
Victorian 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Large Natural Sapphire Bee Brooch / Pedant #15683
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Large Natural Sapphire Bee Brooch / Pendant
This beautiful bee can be worn as a brooch or a pendant.
The brooch is set in 14K ...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Antique Brooch with Diamonds and Gemstones
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique brooch with diamonds and colored gemstones.
The setting is 18k yellow gold, tests 18k and weighs 19.1 grams.
The diamonds are old-mine cuts, 1.00 total carats, H to i color, ...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Seaman Schepps Vintage Asian Divinity Gemset Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
A stunning vintage brooch 1940 circa, signed Seaman Schepps
Rare example of the early Seaman Schepps jewelry, hand crafted of solid 18 Kt
Amaz...
Category
American Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Italian 1960 Enameled Musician With Banjo Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Blue Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
An Italian brooch with a musician playing a banjo.
This is a very beautiful brooch, created in Italy during the mid-century modernist periods, back in the 1960. This brooch has been...
Category
Italian Modernist Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Platinum, Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Mid-Century French Brooch
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous diamond and royal blue sapphire brooch is an exquisite example of fine mid-century French jewellery.
Crafted out of platinum, this stunning leaf motif brooch is set w...
Category
French 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Branch Brooch with Apple Blossom, Austria, 1960
Located in Heerlen, NL
- 18K. white gold branch brooch, Quartz leaf with saphirres and diamonds
- Wenen 1960 with maker mark: WP. = Wenzel Passawa.
- Weight: 11.12 gram
- Size: 44 x 28 x 8 mm
- ...
Category
Austrian Modern Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Broche plaque en or, diamants et saphir ovale
Located in PARIS, FR
Broche plaque en or, diamants et saphir ovale
Une broche plaque en or 18k (750°/°°) de style Art-Déco. La broche est décorée de motifs symétriques pavés de diamants pour 1,5 ct env...
Category
European Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco 3.80 Carat Total Weight Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Bar Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco 3.80 Carat Total Weight Diamond and Sapphire Platinum Bar Brooch. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.80 carat, graded L color SI2 clarity. A...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bar Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bar Brooch. Featuring one oval mixed cut sapphire weighing approximately 1.10 carats. Accented by 12 calibre cut sapphires with a total weight ...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cellini 18KT Yellow & White Gold Dalmatian Brooch with Diamonds & Blue Sapphires
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
18 karat gold brooch designed as a dalmatian. The white gold body is set with pave diamonds and scattered cabochon blue sapphires. The head and paws are shiny yellow gold and the eye...
Category
Italian Contemporary 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Stones Sapphire Diamond Pearl Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
Italian Retro 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Pink Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diam...
Flower Brooch with Blue Sapphire & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Presenting a delightful flower brooch adorned with blue sapphire and diamonds in 18 Karat white gold.
At its centers is a 2.80-carat cabochon sapphire encircled by a halo of diamon...
Category
Artist 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Bow Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Diamond Sapphire 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Bow Brooch. Featuring five single cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.05 carat, graded F color, VS clarity. Accent...
Category
Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Larter 1950s 18k Yellow Gold Swordfish Pin W/ Blue Sapphire Eyes
Located in Lexington, KY
Yellow Gold Swordfish 18K w/ Sapphire Eyes 1950s
Presenting a stunning vintage 1950s 18k yellow gold swordfish pin, a luxurious statement that epitomizes elegance and sophisticatio...
Category
American Contemporary Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond & Burma Sapphire & Ruby Brooches, one by Cartier, c. 1920.
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
Cartier Art Deco diamond and unheated Burma sapphire, platinum brooch/hair barrette (signed and numbered) is offered with an architecturally identical, but very slightly larger ruby ...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Dog Pin Gold Gemstones 14k Brooch Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A charming dog pin from the Retro era; made of 14k gold, featuring gemstones. This vintage dog brooch carries amazing craftsmanship and artistic flair of the era. It’s a playful and ...
Category
Unknown Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Diamond, Sapphire, and Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Crown Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique Diamond, Sapphire, and Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Crown Brooch. Featuring 21 old European cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.85 carat, graded near colorless. VS-SI clarity. Accented by five mixed cut sapphires with a total weight of approximately 0.25 carat, and four pearls. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Transforms into a pendant. Circa 1900. The brooch is 1 ½ inches in length by ¾ inch in width.
About this Item: This exquisite crown brooch from the turn of the 20th century shimmers with royal radiance. Sparkling old European cut diamonds totaling 0. 85 carat sit proudly atop, joined by five mixed cut sapphires weighing 0. 25 carat that evoke the rich blue hue of a monarch's cape. Four natural pearls dangle delicately below, completing this elegant trio of precious stones. The gold blend is a warm yellow gold crafted to the highest standards of the era, as evidenced by the intricate detailing of the crown's design. Whether fastened to the lapel of your coat or worn as a pendant around the neck, this antique crown brooch...
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Antique 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...
Seaman Schepps' Famous Frog Brooch in 8K Carved Carnelian and Sapphires
Located in Aspen, CO
This is the largest size they made, 63.5 mm (2.5 inches), the width of .75 inches, and .75 inches deep. Well carved in the shape of a frog, (in Asia the frog symbolises good luck and...
Category
North American Contemporary 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Carnelian, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Silver Bar Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Silver Bar Brooch. Featuring one cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 1.40 carat. Accented by 26 senaille and rose cut diamonds wi...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
Cartier Sapphire and Yellow Gold Double Clips, c. 1935
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
Art Deco pair of double clip dress clips, by Cartier, post 1935.
It has been said that one cannot understand fully art history without appreciating the...
Category
Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Brooch/Pendant Platinum Filigree Setting Set With Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in valatie, NY
Art Deco 3.75 Carat Diamond and Sapphire, Brooch/Pendant, in a Platinum Filigree Setting. The brooch has 16 diamonds, total weight approximately 3.75 ...
Category
Unknown Art Deco 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire Cabochon & Opal Flower Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Fine 14k yellow gold, blue sapphire and opal flower brooch. Gorgeous color combination of lustrous yellow gold rich blue sapphire and the play of c...
Category
Unknown Modern 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow and Blue Sapphire Flower Brooch with Diamonds in Gold
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent and impressive brooch features 10 oval blue sapphires weighing approximately 24 carats, 20 mixed shape yellow sapphires weighing approximately 45 carats, and 24 marq...
Category
Retro 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co 1968 Mythological Fish Brooch in 18kt Gold with 60.05 Ctw Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Mythological fish brooch designed by Tiffany & Co.
Fabulous iconic piece, created at the Tiffany Studios during the modernist period, back in the 1...
Category
American Modernist Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cabochon Sapphire Tie Pin
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous tie pin dating back to the Art Deco period. The tie pin has a cabochon sapphire at each end of the pin and it unscrews so it can go through a shirt collar and has ...
Category
Art Deco 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Saturdays Child Gold Brooch by William Ruser
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This brooch is a great example of Ruser's children of the week line. This brooch features a child kneeling on a freshwater pearl next to a pail with a towel in its hands. This is a smaller (1.65" tall) version of the "Saturdays child...
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Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Diamond 1.25 Carat Sapphire 1.70 Carat Circle 1.25 Inch Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Diamond and Sapphire Circle Brooch, a true testament to timeless elegance and luxurious craftsmans...
Category
American Contemporary 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Cut Ruby, Sapphire, Jade, and Diamond 18K/Platinum Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum
Weight: 35.70 grams
Center Stone Details:
Gemstone 1: Ruby (Cabochon-Cut) x 14
Gemstone 2: Sapphire (...
Category
Retro 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a vibrant gem set brooch from the 1970s. This vintage piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a butterfly with distinct channels milgrain set with...
Category
Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 5.84 CTW Diamond Sapphire Ruby Pearl Circle Platinum Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a tiered circular form centering a 8.0 mm round pearl
Cream in body color with strong iridescence and excellent luster
With alternating tiers of diamonds, rubies, and sa...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
RETRO 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sun Flower Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this superb floral brooch circa 1940's.
A true stunner this brooch is finely made of 14k yellow gold and features a domed center of sparkling gems altern...
Category
Unknown Retro Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960's Diamond & Blue Sapphire Platinum Circle Pin Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1960's diamond and sapphire brooch handcrafted in platinum. The pin features 12 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.00 carat total weight and graded G-H color and V...
Category
Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Square Step Cut Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Squirrel Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered squirrel with engraved fur texture
Curling around a square step-cut sapphire - bezel set
Weighing approximately 0.52 carat
Transparent dark blue in co...
Category
Antique 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1940 Vintage Sapphire and Pearl Convertible Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Circa 1940 Vintage Sapphire and Pearl Convertible 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch! This stunning piece is a true testament to the elegance and timeless ...
Category
American Retro 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Cheetah Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Sapphire Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Cheetah Brooch. Featuring 11 round brilliant cut sapphires with a total weight of approximately 0.40 c...
Category
Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous sapphire and diamond set crescent moon brooch. It is crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a single row of claw set old cut diamonds and natural blue sapphires. Th...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Star Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully crafted sapphire and diamond star brooch. This eight pointed star plays host to a vast array of single and round brilliant cut diamonds; all of which are perfec...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Turquoise Insect Brooch
By JMP
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold brooch crafted into the shape of a fly. This ornate piece possesses expertly engraved features including wings, head and legs whilst the body is se...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum Pearl & Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Brooch Pin AGL Certified
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco Platinum Pearl & Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Brooch Pin
AGL Certified
Accompanied by AGL Report 1116818 - August 30th, 2021
The repo...
Category
Art Deco 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Fancy Cut Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Vintage Brooch
Located in Aspen, CO
Fancy cut white diamonds are border with fine natural sapphires and rubies. A spectacular long brooch with fine well matched and well cut stones. The 34 diamonds weigh an estimated 3...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire
14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Brooch #16477
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Brooch
This beautiful circle brooch features 12 gorgeous round cut natural blue sapphires and 12 white off round pearls!...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.64 Carat AGL Certified Ceylon Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Jewelry Details:
Item Type: Brooch Pin
Metal Type: Platinum
Weight: 12.45 grams
Era: Art Deco
Center Stone Details:
Gemstone Type: Sapphire
Carat: 8.64 Carats
Cut: Cushion Cut
Color...
Category
Art Deco 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Flower Brooch with Sapphire & Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Gübelin
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
An exquisite brooch with sapphire and diamonds by legendary Swiss Jewelry House Gübelin. The company is celebrated for its illustrious heritage in the world of gemstones and has a le...
Category
Swiss Artist 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with colored enamel.
The gems are mount-flush set in the gold “wings” and bezel set in the butterfly’s “body”. The “head” and “wings” feature rose cut diamonds. The butterfly’s body is made of fancy colored diamonds, orange brown, and brownish orange.
This vibrant butterfly pin brooch is very cheerful and optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel fully fits the description.
Lovely colorful pin is made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold, set with white diamonds, fancy colored diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The diamonds are rose cut, pear and round brilliant cut, H-I color VS clarity. The emeralds are pear, oval and round faceted cut. The rubies and sapphires are round faceted cut.
The Victorian brooch measures 2 ¼” x 1 ¾” (5.7 x 4.2 cm) and weighs 18.6 grams.
The butterfly brooch was created in the 1900s and stamped with a hallmark for 18 karat gold and unidentified maker's mark.
History of Insect Jewelry:
Insect jewelry carries a diverse symbolism and has deep historic roots. To us, these pieces serve as a reminder of the delicate beauty that designers found in nature.
Scarab Beetles
In ancient Egypt, scarab beetles were associated with the Sun God Ra. They symbolized regeneration and protection. Scarabs were often used in amulets, and seals to bring good luck and ward off evil.
Bees and Butterflies
Bees were revered in ancient Greece and Rome and seen as symbols of diligence and cooperation. Honey, a product of bees, was also associated with sweetness and fertility. Butterflies, with their transformation from caterpillar to butterfly, were seen as symbols of metamorphosis and the soul's journey.
Insect Jewelry Resurgence
In the 19th century, during the Victorian era, there was a resurgence of interest in nature-inspired jewelry. It often incorporated real insect specimens preserved in resin. This trend was influenced by the Victorian fascination with the natural world and scientific discoveries of the time.
The Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th - early 20th centuries embraced organic forms and drew inspiration from nature. Insect motifs, such as dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles, were prominent in Art Nouveau jewelry. These pieces featured flowing lines and delicate designs.
Today, insect jewelry continues to be equally loved by designers and jewelry buyers. For example, dragonflies are often associated with change and self-realization, while butterfly brooches symbolize transformation and beauty. Bees are still seen as symbols of hard work, community, and productivity.
About Victorian Jewelry:
Victorian jewelry is dated from 1837 to 1901. The era’s name was inherited from Queen Victoria who reigned during that time. Her significant input shaped the jewelry style of that time.
To navigate in such a vast period, historians divide it into following parts:
• The Early Victorian or Romantic
• The Middle of Grand Victorian
• The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Era
Different materials, gemstones and techniques were popular specifically for each era. Some styles though remained in favor longer than during just one period. For instance, hair jewelry made its way from the Romantic to the Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era.
Early Victorian Jewelry
As to the Queen influence, Romantic Period jewelry had well pronounced sentimental vibes. It was the time when young Queen Victoria was in love with her husband, Prince Albert. And the whole nation admired their relationship. Cameos, matching brooches, miniature portraits and lockets reflected the likeness of loved ones. After Albert’s passing in 1861, the Early Victorian Period ended, and The Grand era began.
Grand Victorian Jewelry
After the incandescent bulb invention in 1870s, diamond jewelry started thriving like never before. Diamonds, being placed under the electric light, revealed their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating.
Besides Victorian diamond jewelry...
Category
Unknown Antique 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gargoyle Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.84 carat
Transparent vibrant medium blue - set with talon prongs
With a highly rendered surround of two gargoyle heads
Back ...
Category
Art Nouveau Antique 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Pearl Crescent Moon Brooch #14776
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorgeous 14K gold crescent moon brooch with 10 blue sapphires and 13 pearls!
Pearls: 1.9-3.2mm
2.08cts in natural blue sapphires. Eye clean, medium light violet blue color, good cu...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Silver 2.33ctw Old Cut Large Diamond Open Filigree Oval Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Synthetic Sapphire - Oval Cut - Bezel Set w/ Milgrain - Royal Blue Color - 10x7mm (approx.)
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Bezel Set - I Color - I...
Category
20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Silver
Art Deco 2.34 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Origami Bird Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized origami bird featuring baguette and calibré cut sapphires
Weighing approximately 2.16 carats total - medium transparent blue in color
Channel set on platinum w...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a gold serpents and pharaoh in a platinum headdress
Centering a pentagon-shaped mixed-cut sapphire
Weighing approximately 0.50 carat total
Transparent light blue in co...
Category
Art Deco Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Belle Epoque Pearl & Gemstone Bouquet Brooch Circa 1900 - French Hallmarked
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
French Belle Epoque ‘Bouquet’ brooch featuring rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and rose-cut diamonds on a background of pave-set natural half pearls. Belle Epoch style with stones bead ...
Category
French Belle Époque 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tiffany Co. 1970 Modernist Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Sapphires And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist brooch designed by Tiffany & Co.
Beautiful vintage piece, created in New York city at the Tiffany studios, back in the 1970. This retro-modernist brooch has been crafted w...
Category
American Modernist Vintage 20th Century Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
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