Blue Sapphire Brooches

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

In very good condition. Total weight 23.1 gram. Totally is diamond 3.05 ct. Totally is sapphire emerald and sapphire 1.80 ct. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Please contact for any q...

Centering a trapezoid cut malachite - opaque bluish green in color with subtle banding Flush set and flanked by pear cut sapphires weighing approximately 0.18 carat total Transparen...

Designed as a circular disk form comprised of pierced creeping ivy motif With curling vines, leaves, and gold beading throughout Prong set throughout with round and cushion cut sapp...

Brooch in 14 karat rose gold, and silver. Sublime brooch of the beginning of the 20th century, it is formed of patterns in arabesques, in lace, floral patterns and pampille in the geometrical lines, the whole decorated with antique rose- cut diamonds, antique- cut diamonds and sugar loaf- cut sapphires. The attachment system is a pin with safety. Height : 7,5 cm approximately, width : 4 cm approximately, thickness : 7,5 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 13 g approximately. Antique jewel, authentic French work circa 1900. Our opinion : incredibly refined, this antique diamond and sapphire brooch...

A fabulous and playful Edwardian ‘harlequin’ bar brooch dating from circa 1905. The 11 rub over set gemstones include deep red garnets, a muted gre...

An impressive 0.02 carat ruby and sapphire, 0.19 carat diamond and 18 karat gold, silver set jabot style pin brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This fine and impressive fox hunting pin has been crafted in 18 k yellow and white gold with a silver setting. This jabot* pin is ornamented to one end with a fox at full stretch, and to the other with a horse and rider. The fox is ornamented with ten pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, and a single bezel set cabochon cut ruby to represent the fox's eye. The horse is embellished with a further 15 pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, with a bezel set cabochon cut sapphire representing its eye. The rider is accented with hand painted enamels, showing wear in keeping with age. The 18k white gold pin is secured via a push fit sleeve to the reverse of the horse and rider. * Jabot pins were initially worn when men's shirts had a ruffle to the front. The pin was employed to keep the ruffle in place. Jabot pins have subsequently been worn by men as either cravat or tie pins, and by ladies as brooches or lapel pins. This antique 1900's hunting brooch...

An impressive antique 2.55Ct sapphire and 2.28Ct diamond, 14K white gold bar brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive ant...

Designed as a concave disk depicting a high relief profile of a woman with curling tendrils of long hair that drapes beyond the confines of the circular surround Her face incredibly...

A rare gold pin from the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II, designed as horizontal gold bands, the middle one of ropework design, applied with a sapphire and diamond trefoil-symbol of the Holy Trinity in the Russian Orthodox religion-the leaves set with seed pearls and suspending a small gold heart...