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Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Antique gold and diamond butterfly brooch
Antique gold and diamond butterfly brooch

Antique gold and diamond butterfly brooch

Located in New York, NY

A Victorian diamond butterfly brooch, finely rendered with old-mine cut diamonds in a silver-topped 14k gold mount.

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1860s Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Silver-top-Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Silver-top-Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Silver-top-Gold Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Set with diamonds totaling approximately 8 carats, the brooch measures 5.2 x 4.7 cm and weighs 22.96 grams.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian 2.20ct Diamond Butterfly Brooch, c.1880s
Victorian 2.20ct Diamond Butterfly Brooch, c.1880s

Victorian 2.20ct Diamond Butterfly Brooch, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

Dating to the 1880s, comes this beautiful Victorian butterfly brooch. Set in silver, a collection of old cut diamonds adorn the butterfly’s body and wings.

Category

1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Plique-a-Jour Enamel Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Brooch Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold
Plique-a-Jour Enamel Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Brooch Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold

Plique-a-Jour Enamel Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Brooch Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a wonderful and rare Museum Quality Art Nouveau Brooch in the form of a Butterfly or Moth. The magnificent Butterfly has exquisite Plique-a-jour enamel wings, a fine blue Sa...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Ruby Emerald Butterfly Brooch
Antique Diamond Ruby Emerald Butterfly Brooch

Antique Diamond Ruby Emerald Butterfly Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Germany, c.1900 The finely modeled butterfly brooch is handcrafted in silver and 14K gold.

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Early 20th Century German Belle Époque Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

1.50 Carat Butterfly Diamond Gold Brooch
1.50 Carat Butterfly Diamond Gold Brooch

1.50 Carat Butterfly Diamond Gold Brooch

Located in Stamford, CT

Open work 1930's Butterfly diamond brooch. 55 old mine cut diamonds in a a 14k yellow gold butterfly. 55 old mine cut diamonds, approx. total weight 1.50cts, J – K, SI 14k yellow g...

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Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Butterfly Brooch
Antique Butterfly Brooch

Antique Butterfly Brooch

Located in Litchfield, CT

Set with vibrant sapphires, rubies, diamonds, and pearls, this charming antique butterfly brooch is very charming.

Category

1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold Butterfly Brooch
Antique Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold Butterfly Brooch

Antique Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An exquisite antique brooch depicting a royal butterfly features approximately 20 carats of rubies and diamonds.

Category

1890s American Contemporary Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Antique Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Antique Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

An 18k yellow gold larger butterfly brooch pin, set with rose cut diamonds, pearls, emeralds and rubies.

Category

19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Vintage Butterfly Brooch with pearls and diamonds insect
Vintage Butterfly Brooch with pearls and diamonds insect

Vintage Butterfly Brooch with pearls and diamonds insect

Located in Milano, MI

Vintage brooch depicting a butterfly set in 18ct two tone gold, finely decorated with huit-huit cut diamonds for 0.80ct total c.a. and cultured sea water pearls.

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19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

René Lalique Butterfly Woman Brooch
René Lalique Butterfly Woman Brooch

René Lalique Butterfly Woman Brooch

By René Lalique

Located in New Orleans, LA

This brooch perfectly embodies that vision, with the graceful 18K gold figure framed by luminous wings of plique-à-jour enamel accented with rose cut and old mine diamonds.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

6.25ct Basaltic Sapphire, 0.24ct Emerald 7.30ct Diamond, 15k Yellow Gold Brooch
6.25ct Basaltic Sapphire, 0.24ct Emerald 7.30ct Diamond, 15k Yellow Gold Brooch

6.25ct Basaltic Sapphire, 0.24ct Emerald 7.30ct Diamond, 15k Yellow Gold Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive, large antique 6.25 carat Basaltic sapphire, 0.24 carat emerald and 7.30 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set butterfly brooch; part ...

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1890s Unknown Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch
Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch

Antique Diamond, Pearl and Gem-set Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Created in the 1880s, this diamond, pearl, and gem-set butterfly brooch is set in silver-topped 18K gold.

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Pearl Diamond Ruby Emerald Gold Silver Butterfly Brooch
Antique Pearl Diamond Ruby Emerald Gold Silver Butterfly Brooch

Antique Pearl Diamond Ruby Emerald Gold Silver Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Antique 14k gold and silver top butterfly brooch, adorned with 6.8mm x 8mm pearl, pear shaped emerald, ruby eyes and approx. 2.20ctw in old mine cut diamonds.

Category

19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Pearl Butterfly 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Victorian Diamond Pearl Butterfly 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant

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. Designed in a graceful butterfly motif, the piece is decorated with round white pearls and centered ...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14k Gold Diamond Sapphire Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1899, Russia
Antique 14k Gold Diamond Sapphire Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1899, Russia

Antique 14k Gold Diamond Sapphire Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1899, Russia

Located in Victoria, CA

Designed as a delicate butterfly, the jewel is adorned with luminous old mine-cut diamonds and sparkling rose-cut diamonds that catch the light with a soft, romantic brilliance.

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Late Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Antique French Butterfly Brooch Pin, 1890s
Antique French Butterfly Brooch Pin, 1890s

Antique French Butterfly Brooch Pin, 1890s

Located in Chicago, IL

France, circa 1890s The brooch is finely modeled as a butterfly. It is handcrafted in silver-topped 18K gold and is encrusted with rose cut diamonds, sapphires and rubies.

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Substantial Edwardian Diamond Enamel Platinum 18K Gold Antique Butterfly Brooch
Substantial Edwardian Diamond Enamel Platinum 18K Gold Antique Butterfly Brooch

Substantial Edwardian Diamond Enamel Platinum 18K Gold Antique Butterfly Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a stylized butterfly with dimensional scrolling wings, curling antennae, and segmented body Featuring a bead and bezel set old mine and rose cut diamonds throughout plati...

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1910s Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Victorian Silver-Gilt Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Victorian Silver-Gilt Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Victorian Silver-Gilt Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Located in Darien, CT

This Victorian Silver Gilt butterfly brooch is crafted with beautiful gem-set wings and body.

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1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Plique-á-jour Butterfly Gold Brooch
Plique-á-jour Butterfly Gold Brooch

Plique-á-jour Butterfly Gold Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Plique-á-jour butterfly brooch; marked 750 Round-cut diamonds of approximately 1 carat, cabochon ruby eyes of approximately 0.80 carat, 18 karat yellow gold Size: width 2.13 inches...

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Opal butterfly brooch, c.1880s
Victorian Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Opal butterfly brooch, c.1880s

Victorian Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Opal butterfly brooch, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

An incredible mix of diamonds, sapphires, rubies and opals encrust this hand crafted butterfly brooch from the Victorian era.

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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 15k Gold

Victorian 8.00ct Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Butterfly Brooch, c.1880s
Victorian 8.00ct Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Butterfly Brooch, c.1880s

Victorian 8.00ct Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Butterfly Brooch, c.1880s

Located in London, GB

This one of a kind brooch from the 1880s is encrusted with a colourful collection of diamonds sapphire and emeralds.

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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Company Early 1900 Gold and Diamond double Butterfly Brooch
Tiffany & Company Early 1900 Gold and Diamond double Butterfly Brooch

Tiffany & Company Early 1900 Gold and Diamond double Butterfly Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1900 Tiffany & Company Double Butterfly Brooch, measuring 2 1/4 inches in length.

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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Opal Diamond Sapphire Silver Set Butterfly Pendant/Brooch Circa 1880
Antique Opal Diamond Sapphire Silver Set Butterfly Pendant/Brooch Circa 1880

Antique Opal Diamond Sapphire Silver Set Butterfly Pendant/Brooch Circa 1880

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.91 carat opal, 0.88 carat diamond and 0.54 carat sapphire, silver set butterfly brooch; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry col...

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1880s Unknown Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Silver

Delicate Antique Plique-a-Jour Enamel Diamond Gold Silver Butterfly Brooch
Delicate Antique Plique-a-Jour Enamel Diamond Gold Silver Butterfly Brooch

Delicate Antique Plique-a-Jour Enamel Diamond Gold Silver Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Delicate and beautifully made gold and silver butterfly, with Plique-a-Jour enamel, ruby cabochon eyes and approx. 0.30ctw in diamonds.

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19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Edwardian 15K Gold Diamond & Pearl Enamel Butterfly and Ladybird Brooch
Antique Edwardian 15K Gold Diamond & Pearl Enamel Butterfly and Ladybird Brooch

Antique Edwardian 15K Gold Diamond & Pearl Enamel Butterfly and Ladybird Brooch

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

An antique diamond, pearl, enamel and yellow gold brooch, comprising four rose cut diamonds, two seed pearls, and enamelled ladybird and butterfly motifs, in 15 karat yellow gold.

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18ct Gold & Silver French Victorian Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Butterfly Brooch
18ct Gold & Silver French Victorian Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Butterfly Brooch

18ct Gold & Silver French Victorian Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Butterfly Brooch 18ct Rose Gold French Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian-era butterfly brooch is a true work of art.

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pink Saphhire Butterfly Brooch
Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pink Saphhire Butterfly Brooch

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pink Saphhire Butterfly Brooch

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a lovely Edwardian butterfly pin brooch crafted in 9K gold. It features cultured pearls, rose cut diamonds and pink sapphires.

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

GIA Certified .12 Carat Diamond Amethyst Pearl Art Nouveau Butterfly Brooch
GIA Certified .12 Carat Diamond Amethyst Pearl Art Nouveau Butterfly Brooch

GIA Certified .12 Carat Diamond Amethyst Pearl Art Nouveau Butterfly Brooch

Located in Stamford, CT

1910 Art Nouveau butterfly brooch. 18k yellow gold with silver tops set with 12 rose cut diamonds, Amethyst and a GIA certified natural untreated saltwater pearl.

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Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 20k Gold 6.30ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Butterfly Folding Pin Brooch
Antique 20k Gold 6.30ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Butterfly Folding Pin Brooch

Antique 20k Gold 6.30ctw Old Mine Cut Diamond Butterfly Folding Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - H-J Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 6.30ctw (approx.) (2) Red Stones - Round Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Red Color - 1.4...

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19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1890s Pair of Victorian Gem Set Butterfly Brooches
1890s Pair of Victorian Gem Set Butterfly Brooches

1890s Pair of Victorian Gem Set Butterfly Brooches

Located in London, GB

The total approximate diamond weight is 2.35 carats, the total approximate emerald weight is 0.44 carats, to a finely modeled butterfly brooch, with scalloped wings, legs and antenna...

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1890s British Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, Pink Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Opal, Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Opal, Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Butterfly Brooch

Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Opal, Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Butterfly Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.6 grams Diamond Details: .70ct, total weight. Antique single cut. G-H Color, VS Clarity. Opal...

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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver Topped Gold Butterfly Gem Set Ajour Cut Brooch
Antique Silver Topped Gold Butterfly Gem Set Ajour Cut Brooch

Antique Silver Topped Gold Butterfly Gem Set Ajour Cut Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This antique butterfly brooch is a beautifully expressive and highly collectible jewel, combining richly colored gemstones with delicate ajour cut metalwork in a classic silver toppe...

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19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Large Yellow Gold and Gem Set Butterfly Brooch, 1920
Large Yellow Gold and Gem Set Butterfly Brooch, 1920

Large Yellow Gold and Gem Set Butterfly Brooch, 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920 18K yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch, measuring 2 5/8 inches across X 1 5/8 Inch.

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1920s Swiss Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.
Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.

Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.

Located in SE

Old European Butterfly brooch dating from ca. 18th century with 2 natural Rubies and 29 sparkling rose cut Diamonds set in Silver , 10K Rose and Green Gold.

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Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian Silver-Topped Gold Rose Cut and Sapphire Butterfly Brooch
Antique Georgian Silver-Topped Gold Rose Cut and Sapphire Butterfly Brooch

Antique Georgian Silver-Topped Gold Rose Cut and Sapphire Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This antique Georgian brooch showcases the delicate artistry of the period with a finely crafted insect motif. The wings and body are set with glittering rose-cut diamonds, their old...

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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Antique Yellow Gold Diamond and Turquoise Butterfly Pin
Antique Yellow Gold Diamond and Turquoise Butterfly Pin

Antique Yellow Gold Diamond and Turquoise Butterfly Pin

Located in New York, NY

Two ruby eyes bring a touch of vivid contrast, enhancing the brooch's charm. The craftsmanship is meticulous, highlighting the delicate details of the butterfly's form.

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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Silver-Topped Gold Butterfly Stickpin
Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Silver-Topped Gold Butterfly Stickpin

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...

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1890s Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Butterfly Pin
Antique Georgian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Butterfly Pin

Antique Georgian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Butterfly Pin

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Georgian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Butterfly Pin. This incredible Georgian diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald, and pearl butterfly pin is crafted ...

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Early 1800s Georgian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Silver Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Ruby Butterfly Pin
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Silver Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Ruby Butterfly Pin

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Silver Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Ruby Butterfly Pin

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Gold Silver Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Ruby Butterfly Pin. This incredible Victorian rose cut diamond, ruby, and sapphire butterfly pin is crafted in 1...

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1850s Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Multi-colored Gemstones Diamond Silver-Topped 14k Yellow Gold Butterfly
Antique Multi-colored Gemstones Diamond Silver-Topped 14k Yellow Gold Butterfly

Antique Multi-colored Gemstones Diamond Silver-Topped 14k Yellow Gold Butterfly

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A captivating antique brooch from the late 19th century, features a stunning array of mixed-cut rubies, exuding a rich red hue. The old-mine cut diamonds add a touch of classic elega...

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1890s American Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Art Deco 11.0 CT GCS certified jadeite Jade 12.40 Ct Diamond XL Butterfly Platin
Art Deco 11.0 CT GCS certified jadeite Jade 12.40 Ct Diamond XL Butterfly Platin

Art Deco 11.0 CT GCS certified jadeite Jade 12.40 Ct Diamond XL Butterfly Platin

Located in Napoli, IT

An impressive antique Art Deco period butterfly brooch pendant of rare beauty and preciousness 1920 ca – Bearing several hallmarks possibly French Large sized 57 mm. x 49 mm.

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Antique Butterfly Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant Brooch Necklace Victorian
Antique Butterfly Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant Brooch Necklace Victorian

Antique Butterfly Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant Brooch Necklace Victorian

Located in New York, NY

This is a spectacular antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Butterfly Pendant or Brooch set throughout with Rose Cut Diamonds, Pearls and Rubies in a gorgeous open work design in Silver a...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Edwardian 1900s Demantoid Garnet Opal Old Mine Diamond Butterfly Pendant/ Brooch
Edwardian 1900s Demantoid Garnet Opal Old Mine Diamond Butterfly Pendant/ Brooch

Edwardian 1900s Demantoid Garnet Opal Old Mine Diamond Butterfly Pendant/ Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.6 grams Diamond Details: .75ct total weight, old mine brilliant, G Color, VS Clarity Opal:...

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Early 1900s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful and rare early Art Nouveau Brooch Pendant in the form of a Butterfly. The magnificent Butterfly is 14 Karat Gold.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Late Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Late Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Late Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

A late Victorian Burmese ruby and diamond butterfly brooch, the thorax and wings set with old European and rose-cut diamonds weighing approximately 4 carats in total, the abdomen and...

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver

Magnificent Late Victorian Diamond-Set Butterfly Brooch
Magnificent Late Victorian Diamond-Set Butterfly Brooch

Magnificent Late Victorian Diamond-Set Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

A Magnificent late Victorian diamond-set butterfly brooch, the brooch in the form of a butterfly, the body, pierced wings and head set throughout with old brilliant- and rose-cut dia...

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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

A Georgian diamond-set en tremblant butterfly brooch
A Georgian diamond-set en tremblant butterfly brooch

A Georgian diamond-set en tremblant butterfly brooch

Located in London, GB

This fine Georgian en tremblant butterfly brooch is adorned with five large old-cut diamonds, gracefully graduating in size, while its openwork wings shimmer with small, dazzling dia...

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1880s British Georgian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond

Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch
Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch

Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

A late Victorian gem-set butterfly brooch, the thorax with a round cabochon emerald, the abdomen with a pear-shaped rose-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.6 carats, the eyes set with ...

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch
Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch

Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

A late Victorian gem-set butterfly brooch, the body is a gold spring terminating to a natural pearl, the eyes set with two cabochon-cut rubies, the wings set with two oval-shaped rub...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch 30 OMC Diamonds Ruby Enamel 18 Karat Gold
Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch 30 OMC Diamonds Ruby Enamel 18 Karat Gold

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch 30 OMC Diamonds Ruby Enamel 18 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful and rare early Art Nouveau Brooch Pendant in the form of a Butterfly. The magnificent Butterfly is 18 Karat Gold.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

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Antique Ruby, Emerald, Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Antique Ruby, Emerald, Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Antique Ruby, Emerald, Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in Lake Forest, IL

An antique butterfly pin 97 old cut round rubies that weigh approximately 7.50cttw, 4 emerald cut emeralds that weigh approximately 2.00cttw, and 1 Rose Cut diamond that weighs appro...

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1890s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

Fine Sapphire and Diamond brooch set in Silver and 15ct Gold

Category

Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Silver

RENE BOIVIN. A Diamond Butterfly Brooch.

RENE BOIVIN. A Diamond Butterfly Brooch.

By René Boivin

Located in London, GB

Designed as a geometric butterfly, the upper-wing set with circular-cut diamonds within a border of baguette diamonds, the lower-wing similarly-set in an openwork chevron motif, circ...

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1930s French Art Deco Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

19th Century Ruby Emerald Diamond Butterfly Brooch
19th Century Ruby Emerald Diamond Butterfly Brooch

19th Century Ruby Emerald Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in Barcelona, ES

Victorian silver top with gold back butterfly brooch. Covered in old cut diamonds, with a trim of rubies and two emeralds.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Edwardian 18k/Sterling Plique-À-Jour Sapphire, Ruby, & Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Edwardian 18k/Sterling Plique-À-Jour Sapphire, Ruby, & Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Edwardian 18k/Sterling Plique-À-Jour Sapphire, Ruby, & Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in Narberth, PA

This incredible and colorful Edwardian (ca1910s) era butterfly brooch is a wonderful example of the Plique à Jour craft!

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1910s Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, E...

Antique Diamond and Color Stone Butterfly Brooch
Antique Diamond and Color Stone Butterfly Brooch

Antique Diamond and Color Stone Butterfly Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This shimmering butterfly was hand created of 14KT yellow gold during the 1900s era.

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Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Diamond Ruby Sapphire Opal Moonstone Butterfly Brooch
Victorian Diamond Ruby Sapphire Opal Moonstone Butterfly Brooch

Victorian Diamond Ruby Sapphire Opal Moonstone Butterfly Brooch

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

This wonderfully colourful Victorian butterfly brooch is adorned with beautiful gem-set wings and body.

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1880s English Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby Diamond Butterfly 18 Carat Silver Brooch, circa 1900
Victorian Ruby Diamond Butterfly 18 Carat Silver Brooch, circa 1900

Victorian Ruby Diamond Butterfly 18 Carat Silver Brooch, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This delightful Victorian 18ct Gold and Silver butterfly brooch is adorned with Rubies and sparkling rose cut Diamonds, Circa 1900.

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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian Butterfly in Flight Brooch
Antique Georgian Butterfly in Flight Brooch

Antique Georgian Butterfly in Flight Brooch

Located in London, GB

Mounted with 37 Rose Diamonds, 7 Rubies, 5 Sapphires and 4 Emeralds all in unmarked 18k Gold, the reverse with the original removable pin fitting enabling the Butterfly to be worn on...

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1820s British Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian 1890s Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamond Natural Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Victorian 1890s Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamond Natural Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Victorian 1890s Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamond Natural Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Located in Berlin, Berlin

This butterfly brooch dates to the first wave of this trend, the 1890s, and is sure to have once been a conversation starter at elegant dinner parties and soirées.

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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl Ruby Butterfly in Profile Pin Brooch
Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl Ruby Butterfly in Profile Pin Brooch

Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl Ruby Butterfly in Profile Pin Brooch

Located in London, GB

Victorian butterfly pin set with n Adult precious stones with conch. pearl at one terminal. Set in silver and 15ct Gold

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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire

Impressive Art Deco 11.0 CT certified Jade Diamond  Butterfly Platinum Brooch
Impressive Art Deco 11.0 CT certified Jade Diamond  Butterfly Platinum Brooch

Impressive Art Deco 11.0 CT certified Jade Diamond Butterfly Platinum Brooch

Located in Napoli, IT

(h. x w.) can be worn as brooch or pendant Magnificent butterfly as homage to nature beauty, entirely Platinum made, literally loaded by Diamonds and rich intense green certified nat...

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1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Small Gem Set Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch
Small Gem Set Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

Small Gem Set Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

This pretty little Insect is set with three bright Burma Rubies, a central old cut European Diamond and countless Rose Diamonds in the wings and a single Rose Diamond in each antenna...

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1880s British Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

An Antique Diamond Set Shell Brooch in the form of a Butterfly
An Antique Diamond Set Shell Brooch in the form of a Butterfly

An Antique Diamond Set Shell Brooch in the form of a Butterfly

Located in London, GB

Each Shell mounted with an Old Mine Diamond and between the Shells is the Gold body of the Butterfly.

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Late 19th Century Australian Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Multi Gem Set Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch
Antique Multi Gem Set Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

Antique Multi Gem Set Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

This sweet little swallowtail is set with countless Rose Diamonds, two Sapphires two Emeralds, three Rubies and a central Old European Cut Diamond. The eyes and the terminals of t...

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1860s British Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

1910 Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Pin
1910 Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Pin

1910 Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Pin

Unavailable

W 1.86 in L 1.38 in

1910 Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Pin

Located in New York, NY

Gold backed Silver, set with European-cut diamonds and cabochon Ruby eyes

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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau 18k/Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Butterfly Pin/Pendant
Art Nouveau 18k/Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Butterfly Pin/Pendant

Art Nouveau 18k/Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Butterfly Pin/Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A fantastic butterfly pin/pendant from the Art Nouveau (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, this large pin/pendant resembles a large butterfly. The top of the butt...

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Jeweled Butterfly Pin
Antique Jeweled Butterfly Pin

Antique Jeweled Butterfly Pin

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

18k gold and silver emerald, diamond and ruby encrusted pin with an opal center.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau 14kt/Sterling, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond + Pearl Butterfly Pin/Pendant
Art Nouveau 14kt/Sterling, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond + Pearl Butterfly Pin/Pendant

Art Nouveau 14kt/Sterling, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond + Pearl Butterfly Pin/Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A spectacular pin/pendant from the Art Nouveau (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 14kt rosy yellow gold and topped in sterling silver, this gorgeous 3-dimensional butterfly is adorned with an...

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Multi-Gem Edwardian Butterfly Pin
Multi-Gem Edwardian Butterfly Pin

Multi-Gem Edwardian Butterfly Pin

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Platinum on gold Edwardian Rose cut diamond butterfly pin containing approximately 7ct in diamonds with ruby, sapphire, emeralds and one pearl. Circa 1900.

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20th Century Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum

Turn of the Century Butterfly Pin
Turn of the Century Butterfly Pin

Turn of the Century Butterfly Pin

Unavailable

W 1.5 in D 0.25 in L 1 in

Turn of the Century Butterfly Pin

Located in NY, NY

This features a natural pearl measuring 10.7 x 8.6mm surrounded by approx 4 carats of old mine cut diamonds in a beautifully made 18KG butterfly brooch.

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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Butterfly Pin in 18 Karat Gold
Antique Butterfly Pin in 18 Karat Gold

Antique Butterfly Pin in 18 Karat Gold

Located in Houston, TX

Antique butterfly pin in 18k gold. It weighs1.41 gms. The butterfly wing has tiny diamonds on them please dm me for price. 4 diamonds.

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Rose Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Antique Rose Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Antique Rose Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in Baltimore, MD

Delicate Georgian rose diamond butterfly brooch set in silver and gold will flutter on your shoulder or on your lapel.

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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Antique Victorian Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Antique Victorian Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1880 The brooch consists of four openwork leaves forming a butterfly.

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1880s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Ruby Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Antique Ruby Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Antique Ruby Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, England

A stunning butterfly brooch set in 18ct rose gold and silver, featuring sprung set fluttering wings grain set with diamonds and rubies.

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Mid-19th Century Unknown High Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Silver Topped Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Victorian Silver Topped Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Victorian Silver Topped Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Silver Topped, Gold Backed and Diamond set butterfly brooch in original Fitted box.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Antique Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A charming and whimsical antique butterfly brooch rendered in silver and 18k rose gold.

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1890s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 19th Century Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pendant
Antique Victorian 19th Century Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pendant

Antique Victorian 19th Century Diamond Butterfly Brooch Pendant

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1870 A silver topped gold butterfly-shaped brooch / pin is embellished with a pearl, two cabochon cut rubies and rose cut diamonds. 26 x 24 mm (1 x 15/16 in.)

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond

Antique Gem Set Butterfly Brooch

Antique Gem Set Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

A Victorian sapphire, ruby, pearl and diamond butterfly brooch, the body is set with graduated natural half seed pearls measuring 2.3-2.4mm, with ruby set eyes.

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1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Polish Antique Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch

Polish Antique Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

An antique, Polish, emerald, ruby and diamond butterfly brooch. The thorax is set with a cushion shaped, old-cut diamond, the abdomen is set with old-cut diamonds, with black enamel ...

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1870s Polish Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold

Antique 1.55 Carat Diamond and White Gold Butterfly Brooch
Antique 1.55 Carat Diamond and White Gold Butterfly Brooch

Antique 1.55 Carat Diamond and White Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive 1.55 carat diamond and 15 karat white gold butterfly brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections This impressive ant...

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1920s Unknown Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, White Gold

Butterfly Brooch Pair Diamonds Sapphire, 1890
Butterfly Brooch Pair Diamonds Sapphire, 1890

Butterfly Brooch Pair Diamonds Sapphire, 1890

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

A pair of fine brooches depicting butterflies and set with Diamonds and Sapphires.

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1890s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Antique Enamel Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Antique Enamel Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch

Antique Enamel Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in Litchfield, CT

This extraordinary antique diamond and enamel butterfly brooch is a superlative example of American Art Nouveau jewelry.

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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

Butterfly Portrait Brooch
Butterfly Portrait Brooch

Butterfly Portrait Brooch

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary butterfly brooch, crafted of gold, enamel and diamonds, hides a secret within.

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19th Century European Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

1880s Victorian Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch
1880s Victorian Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

1880s Victorian Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in London, GB

The beautiful butterfly realistically designed and set throughout with old-cut diamonds in silver on gold and mounted en tremblant to a curved brooch pin so it moves with the wearer,...

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1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1880s The butterfly shaped brooch is finely crafted in 14K gold and silver.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique Butterfly Diamond Brooch-Pendant, Circa 1880–1900
Antique Butterfly Diamond Brooch-Pendant, Circa 1880–1900

Antique Butterfly Diamond Brooch-Pendant, Circa 1880–1900

Located in Bethesda, MD

This exquisite antique butterfly brooch-pendant showcases a harmonious blend of artistry and elegance.

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1890s Unknown Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond

Large Ruby Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch
Large Ruby Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

Large Ruby Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1915 to 1920 Large Silver Top and yellow Gold Back Butterfly Brooch, set with 128 very nice Color Sapphires totaling approximately 8 carats and further set with Old cut Diamond...

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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Antique Diamond and Sapphire Butterfly Brooch circa 1890s
Antique Diamond and Sapphire Butterfly Brooch circa 1890s

Antique Diamond and Sapphire Butterfly Brooch circa 1890s

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Victorian diamond and sapphire butterfly brooch c.1890s, the wings of delicate openwork form set throughout with old cut diamonds, the edges set with a row of blue sapphi...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Great Victorian Butterfly Brooch

Great Victorian Butterfly Brooch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The yellow sapphire is approximately 7 carats and is of Ceylon origin with no heat or any other treatments. The biggest of the blue sapphires is a man made sapphire and all of the o...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Butterfly and Crescent Brooch

Antique Butterfly and Crescent Brooch

Located in London, GB

An antique butterfly and crescent brooch, set with old-cut diamonds, rubies, emeralds and a sapphire, mounted in gold with a red, white and yellow gold abdomen, circa 1910, USA.

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1910s American Edwardian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Victorian Butterfly Ceylon Sapphire Pearl Ruby Diamond Brooch
Victorian Butterfly Ceylon Sapphire Pearl Ruby Diamond Brooch

Victorian Butterfly Ceylon Sapphire Pearl Ruby Diamond Brooch

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Beautiful rendition one of the classic Victorian themes. As the grande Victorian Era lead into the art nouveau, these natural themes began emerging with tremendous frequency. Butterf...

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch Pin
1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch Pin

1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch Pin

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant and stylish c. 1900 silver over 18K gold openwork brooch / pin designed as a large butterfly in Art Nouveau taste embellished with numerous old rose cut diamonds.

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond

Antique Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Gold Butterfly Brooch
Antique Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Gold Butterfly Brooch

Antique Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

An Antique 18 karat gold butterfly brooch with diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires.

Category

Early 1900s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Austro Hungarian Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Austro Hungarian Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch

Austro Hungarian Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

An Austro-Hungarian Art Nouveau 18 karat gold and plique à jour enamel brooch with diamonds. The brooch has 3 old Mine Cut diamonds with an approximate total weight of .14 carats, an...

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

French Art Nouveau Topaz, Diamond and Enamel Butterfly Brooch
French Art Nouveau Topaz, Diamond and Enamel Butterfly Brooch

French Art Nouveau Topaz, Diamond and Enamel Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional French Art Nouveau 18 karat gold and enamel brooch with topaz and diamonds. The brooch has a hexagonal-cut topaz, and contains 124 rose and old European cut diamonds...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Plique-à-jour Enamel Butterfly Brooch
Plique-à-jour Enamel Butterfly Brooch

Plique-à-jour Enamel Butterfly Brooch

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Plique-à-jour or "Day of Light" Enamel Butterfly set in 18k Yellow Gold. Adorned with 90 diamonds and 3 cabachon rubies.

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Late 19th Century Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Austrian Art Nouveau Jeweled Butterfly Brooch
Austrian Art Nouveau Jeweled Butterfly Brooch

Austrian Art Nouveau Jeweled Butterfly Brooch

Located in New York, NY

An Austrian Art Nouveau 18 karat gold brooch with diamond, sapphires, rubies, emerald, garnet and pearl.

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

French 1900s Butterfly Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Neck Brooch
French 1900s Butterfly Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Neck Brooch

French 1900s Butterfly Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Neck Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

A thin chiseled gold butterfly is set on the antique brooch. The clasp is a pin with a safety hook.

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond and Sapphire, Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch
Diamond and Sapphire, Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch

Diamond and Sapphire, Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive 1.46 carat diamond, 2.62 carat sapphire and 1.10 carat ruby and 18 karat yellow gold butterfly brooch with a silver setting; part of our diverse antiq...

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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.62Ct Diamond & 0.04Ct Ruby, 15k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch - Antique
2.62Ct Diamond & 0.04Ct Ruby, 15k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch - Antique

2.62Ct Diamond & 0.04Ct Ruby, 15k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch - Antique

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive 15 karat yellow gold, silver set antique butterfly brooch with old cut diamonds; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections T...

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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brooch Butterfly Gold Diamonds 2.0 Carat Brahmfeld & Gutruf Hamburg, Germany
Brooch Butterfly Gold Diamonds 2.0 Carat Brahmfeld & Gutruf Hamburg, Germany

Brooch Butterfly Gold Diamonds 2.0 Carat Brahmfeld & Gutruf Hamburg, Germany

Located in Vienna, AT

This rare piece is shaped as stunning butterfly, having the function of brooch: It is is abundantly covered with diamonds, rubies and emeralds / the brooch has secure chain.

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique 18K Butterfly Brooch with Diamonds, Sapphires, Emeralds and Rubies
Antique 18K Butterfly Brooch with Diamonds, Sapphires, Emeralds and Rubies

Antique 18K Butterfly Brooch with Diamonds, Sapphires, Emeralds and Rubies

Located in Aspen, CO

Charming antique butterfly brooch set with an oval sapphire, 10 emeralds, 30 rose cut diamonds and 19 rubies.

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1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Pair of 1910s Diamond Ruby Pearl Platinum and Gold Butterfly Brooches
Pair of 1910s Diamond Ruby Pearl Platinum and Gold Butterfly Brooches

Pair of 1910s Diamond Ruby Pearl Platinum and Gold Butterfly Brooches

Located in New York, NY

An Early-20th Century pair of 18 karat yellow gold/platinum top butterfly brooches with diamonds, rubies and pearls.

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1910s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

19th Century Antique Jeweled Butterfly Brooch Pin
19th Century Antique Jeweled Butterfly Brooch Pin

19th Century Antique Jeweled Butterfly Brooch Pin

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19th Century Antique Jeweled Butterfly Brooch Pin

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1890 The brooch is crafted in 14K gold and silver. A large pear shape pearl forms the body. The wings are embellished with old rose cut diamonds and emeralds. The head is high...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Opal Diamond Ruby Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Gold Butterfly Brooch
Victorian Opal Diamond Ruby Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Gold Butterfly Brooch

Victorian Opal Diamond Ruby Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Gold Butterfly Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a butterfly with an old mine cut brown diamond center, weighing approximately 0.50 carat, SI2 clarity Blue opal set wings and jelly opal body displaying excellent play-o...

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Mappin & Webb London Diamond Feather Enamel and Gold Butterfly Brooch
Antique Mappin & Webb London Diamond Feather Enamel and Gold Butterfly Brooch

Antique Mappin & Webb London Diamond Feather Enamel and Gold Butterfly Brooch

By Mappin & Webb

Located in New York, NY

An English Antique 18 karat gold, enamel, feather and crystal brooch with diamonds. The brooch has 4 rose-cut diamonds with an approximate total weight of .01 carat. The wings of the...

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1880s English Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Dior John Galliano A/W 2003 Bondage Bow Snakeskin High Heel Sandals 39

Dior John Galliano A/W 2003 Bondage Bow Snakeskin High Heel Sandals 39

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Dior John Galliano 2003 Bondage Bow Snakeskin High Heel Sandals 39 Color Black Size 39EU Heel Height 4.5in Snakeskin upper Leather sole Buckle closure Bow embellishments Platform h...

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Early 2000s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

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EAVIS & BROWN 90's Vintage Couture Silk Beaded Wedding Gown Bridal Dress Shawl

By Eavis & Brown

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding dress with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Heavy 100% ivory silk with iridescent glass...

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1990s Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch

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Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique diamond butterfly brooch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Silver. If you’re looking for an antique diamond butterfly brooch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing antique diamond butterfly brooch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mappin & Webb each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and old european cut versions for sale. When shopping for an antique diamond butterfly brooch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Antique Diamond Butterfly Brooch?

The price for an antique diamond butterfly brooch starts at $395 and tops out at $40,055 with these brooches, on average, selling for $4,900.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Brooches for You

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 GucciVersaceDior 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.