Butterfly Diamond and Ruby Brooch
Located in beverly hills, CA
Majesty. A stunning vintage butterfly brooch with exceptional quality and grand dimensions, the wings are decorated with round diamonds set in 18K white gold and bordered with square...
Diamond, Ruby
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.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Ruby, Opal & Pearl Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
Victorian to Edwardian Butterfly Brooch, c.1900–1910 A charming antique butterfly brooch dating from the late Victorian to early Edwardian period, circa 1900–1910.
Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold
14K Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch
Located in Queens, NY
14K Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch / Pendant, featuring one centered bezel set old European cut diamond weighing approx. 0.25 carat, J-K color / SI1 clarity, further adorned ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Jade Pearl Ruby Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
14k gold vintage butterfly brooch, with carved jade wings, 6.3 - 6.5mm pearls and ruby eyes.
Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
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.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin A Rare and Collectible Masterpiece Presenting a stunning and highly collectible butterfly brooch designed by the legendary Mario ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
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.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
14K White Gold 0.65ct Diamond and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Located in Broomall, PA
4K White Gold 0.65ct Diamond and Ruby Butterfly Brooch Gleaming in 14K white gold, this delicate butterfly’s beauty is brought to life by a combination of diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Ruby Platinum Butterfly Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Art Deco pin brooch from the 1930’s that is impressively made with extreme quality, as seen in the settings work on the back and front of the brooch. It features 4.40 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Ruby Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Ruby Diamond Butterfly Brooch Detail: This stunning butterfly brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold, accented with turquoise on the wings, rubies ...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Butterfly Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby Yellow Gold 18k Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Butterfly diamond, sapphire, emerald and ruby yellow gold 18K brooch.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Pearl Ruby Gold Silver Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Large antique butterfly brooch, set in 18k gold and silver, adorned with rose cut diamonds, rubies and a pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Vintage 2.50ct Sapphire and Ruby Butterfly brooch, c.1980s
Located in London, GB
Adorned with thirty nine sapphires, this wonderful brooch has been crafted in the likeness of a butterfly.
Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver
1940s Opal Ruby Sapphire and 3.50ct Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k white gold in the form of a butterfly.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Vintage Jade and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 10.0 grams Stone Details: Cut: Butterfly Wings (2) and Marquise Shape (1) Color: Green (Dark/Forest) Ruby D...
Jade, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$238,500
Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
The retro brooch is artfully enhanced by the inclusion of two cabochon rubies.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amazonite Butterfly Brooch
Located in MADRID, ES
This butterfly brooch, dated around 1940, is crafted in 18 k yellow gold and silver—a common combination in high jewelry of the period, allowing for both visual contrast and secure s...
Amazonite, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
René Boivin Ruby, Diamond and Turquoise Gold Butterfly Brooch Clip
By René Boivin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A rare ruby, diamond and turquoise 18K gold butterfly brooch clip by René Boivin, French, 1957 This is a beautiful and sought after butterfly clip brooch by René Boivin.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold
Retro 14k Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Brooch, 1980s, 0.20ctw
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Graceful and full of vintage charm, this Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Butterfly Brooch is beautifully crafted in rich yellow gold with elegant openwork wings and finely detailed textu...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,800
Antique Butterfly Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Set with vibrant sapphires, rubies, diamonds, and pearls, this charming antique butterfly brooch is very charming.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Butterfly Brooch.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing butterfly brooch7pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds on the wings and, between of the,. rubies, sapphires and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
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.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 15k Gold
$4,607Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Butterfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.9 grams. Totally is diamond 1.90 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Totally is emerald ruby and sapphire 1.20 ct. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1950s Baroque Pearl Sapphires Rubies Yellow Gold Butterfly Articulated Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 14 karat yellow gold, shell hallmark. Important brooch in the shape of an insect, the bottom of the body is represented by a baroque pearl, the top and the head are paved w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yell...
Yellow Gold Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin - 14k Round Brilliant .20ctw Nature
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carats: .20ctw Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Multi Ruby & Emerald Butterfly Brooch 18K Gold &
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Multi Ruby & Emerlads Butterfly Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant Natural Red Ruby - 25 carat Multi color N...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
New Emerald, Diamond and Ruby Butterfly Brooch in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Roma, RM
Radiating color and delicate movement, this enchanting butterfly brooch is designed as a jewel-like celebration of nature, rendered in vibrant emeralds, brilliant diamonds and vivid ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold
Large Ladies Butterfly Brooch, 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting, large and heavy butterfly brooch, 18 Karat gold with diamonds and ruby.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.83 Carat Diamond Butterfly Brooch Ruby Sapphire 18K White Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
1.83 Carat Diamond Butterfly Brooch Ruby Sapphire 18K White Gold Estate Jewelry Sapphire Weight: 1.46 Carat Ruby Weight: 0.48 Carat Diamond Weight: 1.83 Carat This exquisite butte...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby Diamond & Grey Pearl Butterfly 18K Yellow Gold Statement Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An exceptionally beautiful and romantic vintage animalier high-jewelry statement brooch depicting a majestic butterfly. Masterfully handcrafted in solid 18k yellow gold, this substan...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Very Large Brooch with Diamonds, Opals & Ruby Eyes
Located in Broomall, PA
18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Very Large Brooch with Diamonds, Opals & Ruby Eyes A finely crafted butterfly brooch in 18K yellow gold, featuring opal-inlaid wings accented with rubies f...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Spanish Plique-a-Jour and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive plique-à-jour and 0.06 carat ruby, 18 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a butterfly; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry co...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Butterfly Brooch Pin 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Ruby Channel Set Statement
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite brooch features a butterfly design adorned with vibrant rubies, emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Pair of Vintage 14K Gold Carved Jade Butterfly Brooches with Ruby Eyes
Located in Miami, FL
A charming and finely sculpted pair of vintage butterfly brooches crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and set with beautifully carved natural jade.
Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Pearl Brooch Pin Butterfly Ruby Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold 7.3g
By Mikimoto
Located in Northbrook, IL
Enhance your collection with this exquisite Mikimoto brooch. Crafted from 18k white gold, it features a bead-cut pearl at its center. The elegant design is adorned with vibrant rubie...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin - 14k Round .16ctw Nature Spring Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heated Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Round Total Carats: .16ctw Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Wh...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Multi Gem Butterfly Brooch Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Multi Sapphires & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant Natural Red Ruby - 4.60 carat Mu...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960's Diamond Emerald and Ruby Butterfly Brooch 14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
This vintage butterfly brooch was all handmade which is pretty incredible.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,875Sale Price / item|25% Off
Butterfly Brooch with Emerald Ruby and Light Brown Diamond in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A beautifully balanced Butterfly Brooch comes to life through vibrant emeralds, rich rubies and shimmering light brown diamonds arranged across its outstretched wings.
Emerald, Brown Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Butterfly Diamonds Brooch Ruby Color Enamel 18 K Gold Floral Unisex, circa 1940
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Diamonds Ruby Color Enamel Butterfly 18 Karat Gold Floral Pin Brooch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
$5,089Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby And Sapphire Butterfly Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.1 grams. Totally is diamond 2.20 ct. The diamond is has F-G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.84 ct. Totally is sapphire 0.5...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sophia D, Enamel and Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch with Diamond and Ruby
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Set Brooch with Diamonds weighing 0.71ct and Ruby eyes that weigh 0.11ct. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known worldwide for 35 years and are inspired by ...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 1.0ct Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, and Amethyst Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the elegance and charm of this 18K white gold butterfly brooch, where sophistication meets whimsical allure.
Sapphire, Diamond, Amethyst, Ruby, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14K Gold Enamel Butterfly Brooch with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This sweet butterfly has pastel colors of blue pink and a bit of yellow. This pin is old a Retro piece circa 1940. The thorax of this enamel Butterfly is all Diamonds and the tail...
14k Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow and Rose Gold Amethyst, Diamond and Ruby Butterfly Brooch/Pin #23323
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow and Rose Gold Amethyst, Diamond and Ruby Butterfly Brooch/Pin- This striking butterfly pin is crafted in rich 14K yellow and rose gold, showcasing beautiful dimensional w...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique diamond en tremblant butterfly brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian diamond en tremblant butterfly brooch, the body composed of three graduated old mine-cut diamonds (1.75 cts, .70 cts, and .60 cts from top to bottom), with further diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Butterfly Brooch with Hinged Wings and Diamonds, Rubies, Emerald
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1990s Item Details: Metal Type: 14k yellow gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 13.2 grams Color Stone Details: Rubies, Diamonds, Sapphire and Emeralds. Natural Stones, 1.25ct...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$435Sale Price / item|50% Off
Statement Butterfly Diamond Brooch Pin Ruby and Opal Center Stone in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Statement Butterfly Diamond Brooch Pin Ruby and Opal Center Stone in 925 Silver in sterling silver which is a fusion of surrealism and butterfly , designed to make a bold statement.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Two Plique-a-Jour Enamel Ruby Butterfly Brooches 18 Karat Gold Moveable Wings
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful and rare pair of Brooches in the form of a Butterfly in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby eyes and Plique-a-jour Enamel wings which are articulated so that they can ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
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...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Meghna Jewels Butterfly Emerald Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Style Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning brooch cast in 18 karat gold. It is hand set 5.84 carats emerald, ruby, sapphire and 2.88 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the late...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Turquoise Ruby Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Brisbane, AU
A handmade 18 karat yellow gold brooch, with a hinged white gold pin and roller slide. It is claw and grain set with seventy six 2mm-2.4mm (0.03ct-0.05ct) brilliant cut medium make F...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
Europe, late 20th century. Set with 108 rubies weighing circa 1,80 ct. and 170 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of 1,50 ct. Mounted in 18K white gold. Weight: 17,66 g. Len...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s Ruby Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
USA 1940's. Pavé-set with 8 rubies weighing 0,80 ct., 6 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1,20 ct. and 28 octagon shape diamonds weighing 1,10 ct. Mounted in 18 carat yellow- and white...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Ruby Diamond and Tanzanite Butterfly Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Adorn yourself with the exquisite elegance of the Sapphire, Ruby Diamond and Tanzanite Butterfly Brooch. Crafted with precision and artistry, this stunning piece captures the essence...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
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.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Platinum Rose Cut Diamonds and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Beautiful Rose Cut Diamond Butterfly brooch is handcrafted in Platinum, features rose cut diamonds of 2.68 carats, full cut diamonds of 0.44 carats and 2 small cabochon rubies ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Delightful Blue Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Lovely, large Blue Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Brooch. An 18 Karat brooch in the form of a Butterfly is set with 162 natural, earth mined Rubies, Blue Sapphires and Diamonds ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
18K Gold Natural Ruby & Diamond Butterfly & Leaf Pendant Brooch
Located in Kowloon, HK
18K Gold Natural Ruby & Diamond Butterfly & Leaf Pendant Brooch 1 Ruby - 0.25 CT 2 Rubies - 0.03 CT 10 Diamonds - 0.02 CT 18K Gold - 7.64 GM
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow White Gold Butterfly Pin Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Amazing butterfly brooch with pave set with Diamonds and ruby cabochon .
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow White Gold Butterfly Pin Brooch
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Amazing butterfly brooch with pave set with Diamonds and ruby cabochon .
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Platinum and Gold Diamond Sapphire Ruby and Emerald Butterfly Brooch
By Peter Atman
Located in New York, NY
Highly detailed butterfly Brooch, made in Platinum and 18 Kt Yellow Gold, set 177 diamonds 2.29 carats, 2 sapphires 0.60 carats, 2 rubies 0.40 carats, 2 emeralds 0.12 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
5.20 Carats Diamond, Ruby, 18 Karat Gold, Silver Butterfly Brooch
Located in Calabasas, CA
The body and antennae of the butterfly are bead-set with rose-cut and single-cut diamonds with 2 bezel-set ruby eyes, the wings are intricately engraved gold bead-set with round and ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
W 1.62 in L 1.78 in
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.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
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
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire
18k White Gold & 10.30ct Sapphire Butterfly Brooch w/ 1.15ct Diamond & Ruby
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
The pendant-brooch features oval-shaped sapphires weighing 10.30 carats Accented by Full-cut Diamonds weighing 1.15 carats Ruby Cabochon eyes weighing 0.02 carats Total Carat Weight:...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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!
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, E...
WIN, Padparadscha Butterfly Brooch
Located in Malmö, SE
Gold brooch 18K, designed as a lotus bud, embraced by water lily leaves and a butterfly.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, Padparadscha Sap...
Vintage Gold Bejeweled Colorful Butterfly Brooch with Diamonds, Rubies and Opal
Located in Antwerp, BE
This 18K red and yellow gold Vintage brooch from 1930 depicts a colourful butterfly with silver topped wings attached to a pearl thorax and an opal abdomen.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...
Exceptional Diamond Sapphire Ruby and Pearl Set 18 Karat Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, London
Exceptional 20th Century gem set in 18k two-colour gold brooch, designed as a butterfly, wings set with oval-shaped sapphires, oval-shaped and cabochon rubies and rose-cut diamonds, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
14k White Gold Butterfly Pave 1.87 Carat Diamond Brooch with Ruby Accents
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Unique White Gold Butterfly Brooch Features Pave Set Diamonds in Wing and Ruby Accents on Body Total Diamond Weight = 1.87 ct Average Color = G - I Length of Brooch = 34 mm ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Pin
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
This playful and beautiful butterfly pin is the perfect piece to welcome spring and summer. The pin is crafter in black rhodium plated 18 karat white gold and features incredibly bri...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable
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...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Unavailable
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...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
1910 Ruby Diamond Silver Gold Butterfly Pin
Located in New York, NY
Gold backed Silver, set with European-cut diamonds and cabochon Ruby eyes
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Butterfly Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Gold Stick Pin
Located in Newton, MA
Elevate your style with this fashionable butterfly stick pin accessory that effortlessly combines nature's beauty and precious gemstones, offered by Alex & Co. Gleaming 14 karat yell...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Plique a Jour Enamel Diamond and Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This large Plique a Jour and Diamond Butterfly brooch is set with 1.81 carats (78) Diamonds and 3 Emeralds (totaling .66 carat), with 2 small Rubies.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
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...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Jean Vitau 18 Karat Tsavorite Garnet, Amethyst and Diamond Butterfly Brooch
By Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
This uniquely designed profile butterfly brooch, designed and created by Jean Vitau, has such an amazing color combination.
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Jean Vitau 18 Karat Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite Garnet & Diamond Butterfly Brooch
By Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
This uniquely designed profile butterfly brooch by Jean Vitau combines 2.70 carats of Yellow Sapphire, 1.70 carats of very rare Tsavorite Garnets and .64 carats of Diamonds, all of g...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.25 in W 1.75 in D 0.38 in
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...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Jean Vitau 18k Blue & Yellow Sapphire, Ruby, Tsavorite Garnet & Diamond Butterfly
By Jean Vitau
Located in New York, NY
The combination of these 5 stones is perfectly designed, and created, by Jean Vitau to enhance the beauty of this profile butterfly pin. The multi colored piece has .67 carats of Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Unavailable
W 2.75 in L 1.63 in
3.05 Carat Diamond, 6.60 Carat Opal, 18 Karat Gold & Silver Butterfly Brooch
Located in Calabasas, CA
Backed in 18 karat gold and topped in silver, the butterfly's wings are prong-set with 54 white and crystal opals with excellent play-of-color and bead-set with 176 round brilliant-c...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Set of 3 18 Karat Yellow Gold Genuine Color Stone Diamond Butterfly Brooches
Located in New York, NY
These are stunning Butterfly Brooches with gorgeous Genuine Colored Stones and Diamonds.
Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Two Color Gold and Gem Set "Butterfly in Flight" Brooch by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
With 2 Pink and 1 Yellow Gold Wing, long antennae set with 2 Rubies and the head set with a Citrine and a Diamond. The Rubies and Diamond in Platinum topped Gold settings. The slight...
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Gem Set Butterfly
Located in New York, NY
Gem set, 18k gold, handmade Italian Butterfly
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Antique Jeweled Butterfly Pin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18k gold and silver emerald, diamond and ruby encrusted pin with an opal center.
Opal, Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
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.
Blue Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
Multi Gemstone Butterfly Pin or Pendant
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate multi gemstone butterfly pin or pendant. This 14 karat yellow gold butterfly may be worn as a pin or pendant. This butterfly is full of color featuring .30 CTW of rubies, .14 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Natural Color Diamond Butterfly Pin
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Two tone 18 karat yellow and rose gold butterfly pin set with full cut colorless and canary diamond accents, signed M. Buccellati.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Jean Vitau Multi Gem Butterfly Pin
Located in Spartanburg, SC
18K multi gem butterfly pin containing Tsavorite, Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire.
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Andre Lamy Gold Butterfly Pin with Opal and Polychrome Gemstones
Located in Brussels, BE
One of a king brooch designed by Andre Lamy (Belgium 1936 -1975) Sudied at Maredsous Abbey School. One of the greatest Belgian silversmith, He was one of very good friend and one of...
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.34 in W 1.89 in L 2.29 in
Vintage 20th Butterfly Old Mine cut Diamond 2.02 Ctw Cultured Pearl Platinum 18K
Located in Valencia, Comunidad Valenciana
Beautiful butterfly with movement made of platinum and detail in gold 18 Karats, weight 23.29 grams. In the center set in illusion a beautiful Old Mine cut Diamond measures 8.30x 7.5...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
18Kt White Gold Butterfly Brooch with a total of approximately 5.25cts of Multi-Colored Sapphires and Rubies set with 61 Diamonds for a total approximate weight of 4.27cts.
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
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.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Sapphire Silver Butterfly Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Silver antique brooch featuring approximately 5.20cts of sapphires and 1cts of rubies.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Silver
Enamel Ruby Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in Toronto, ON
Continental 14K enamel Ruby and Diamond Egyptian revival butterfly brooch, C. 1920.
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Large Butterfly Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
This Austrian mid-century (c.1950s-1960s) large butterfly brooch is designed in Belle Epoque style of the early 1900s.
Diamond, Ruby
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.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Ruby Jade Butterfly Brooch
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 14K Gold Ruby Jade Butterfly Brooch Marked: 14K 585 Approximate Dimensions: 6 cm (Length) 4.6 cm (Width) 15.5 grams in weight.
Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Enamel Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
By Moira
Located in London, GB
A cream guilloche enamel butterfly brooch set with a ruby and cultured pearl body, diamond detail to the edge of the wings and diamond set eyes with two rubies set to each wing, moun...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Gold Tremblant Butterfly Pin Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Ruby and Diamond Butterfly; slightly tremblant wings micro set with diamond-cut rubies, body and antennae set with brilliant-cut diamonds, eyes set with green tourmaline. H...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby Enamel Butterfly Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet lady butterfly resting with her wings spread out. This Victorian brooch with hand painted enamel and ruby eyes is made of 14K rose gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1960s Butterfly Ruby Sapphire Gold Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Tiffany & Co 1960s Butterfly Brooch Ruby Sapphire Gold Tiffany & Co 1960s gem-set butterfly gold brooch.
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mughal Magnificent Traditional Bead & Cabochon Multi Color Vintage Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Mughal Magnificenct Traditional Bead & Cabochon Multi Color Vintage Necklace Jadau Traditional Kundan Synthetic stones in Yellow Gold tone, its not gold Base Metal : metal Metal P...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.78 Carat 1920s Art Deco Filigree Diamond Platinum Ring Engagement
Located in Wallkill, NY
Handcrafted beautiful Filigree Diamond ring set in Platinum, The Main diamond is VVS-2 Color H, 6.7mm x 3.6mm or 1.10 Carats. 2 side Baguettes 6 square step and 19 Round cuts VS-1 F/...
Diamond, Platinum
$624Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.48 in L 0.79 in
Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Earring Cat Bow Stud 1 pc only
Located in Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Opal Diamond 14k Solid Gold Kitty Cat Earring Cat Bow Stud Note :- price listed is for per items 1 pc = 780$ If u want pair select 2 items 780$ X 2 item = 1560$ ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$4,712
W 1.85 in L 2.17 in
1910s, Russian 40.68 Carat Amethyst and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 40.68 Ct amethyst and 1.26 Ct demantoid garnet, 14k yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. This stunning Russ...
Amethyst, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 20K Yellow Gold 7.99 Carat Old European Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Victorian Estate Composition: 20K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: One Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: 3.39 Carats Color/Clarity: Q to R / VVS2 GIA Report Number: 6233854...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Gem Brooch - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 3 carat Natural Tsavorite - 1 carat Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 12 carat ...
Garnet, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...
$19,960Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Art Deco Style Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond Ring Engagement Ring
By Gold Adore
Located in San Francisco, CA
I am seriously in LOVE with this ring. It might just be my favorite ring yet. Crafted in Platinum, the design features an amazing gemstone center, flanked by French Cut Diamonds, and...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Black Matte Alligator Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag presented in classic Black Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, showcas...
$104,992
H 10.83 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Hermès Birkin HSS 35 Crocodile Porosus Lisse Honey Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin HSS 35 in honey and shiny crocodile porosus leather with gold hardware. The bag is in very good condition, has a small mark on one corner as pictured. Comes as full set...
Vintage Seaman Schepps Pearl 3 Strand Necklace w/ Synthetic Spinel Gold Clasp
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Genuine Cultured Potato Pearls - Near Round Bead Shape -Cream Color w/ Pink Overtone - Range from 5.4-10.52mm (approx.) (1) Synthetic Spinel - Emerald Cut - P...
Pearl, Spinel, Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring natural 3ctw. Emerald 0.6ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 6.75/ 5gr
Located in SE
Nice German cluster Emeralds and Diamonds Ring. Plain band and shoulders. Openwork crown in White Gold 16mm x 12.6mm x 6.9mm deep. All stones with open backs. Claw set natural oval c...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch Pendant C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1850 This very fine antique Maltese cross is crafted in silver topped 14K gold (front – silver, back – gold). The cross is embellished with chunky old mine cut diamonds and co...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Ring natural Green Jade solid 10K Yellow Gold Ø US 5 / 4 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 10K Yellow Gold with divided shoulders, decorated with bezel set natural untreated oval cut Jade of Green color measuring 10.5 mm x 8.5 mm x 4.35 mm / ca 3.5 ct Not...
Jade, 10k Gold
Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black evening maxi dress with draped low plunge neckline. Fall-Winter 1998
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.
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.