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“Crown” 14 Karat Lapel Pin with Pearls Diamond
Located in Vero Beach, FL
. each, weighing 0.01 carat each, 0.05 carat total. The diamonds are set in an engraved 14 karat white
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle
Located in Riverdale, NY
silver topped gold as is customary for the 19th Century to highlight diamonds in a white toned metal. 1
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Antique 1870s American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Moi Sunbird Gold Sapphires Jasper and Green Enamel Collar Clip
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 6.0g Rose-cut Diamonds : 0.34ct Gemstone : Yellow Sapphire : 6.0ct Jasper : 17ct 925
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

STICK PINS 1880-1915 Antique Mixed Group Of 5 In 14Kt-18Kt Gold With Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
gold of 14 and 18 karats. They are embellished with a nice assortment of genuine natural earth mined
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Antique 1810s English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, ...

Carl Bacher Victorian Egyptian Revival Carnelian Enamel and Diamond Pharaoh Pin
By Carl Bacher
Located in Narberth, PA
. Their attention to detail includes impeccable use of gold and enamel, Etruscan and Castellani work and
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Antique 1880s Austrian Victorian Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, 14k Gold

Henry Blank Co. Art Nouveau Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Shield Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
for 14 karat gold With maker's mark for Henry Blank & Co. Circa: 1905 Head measures: 9/16 x 11/16
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Butterfly Pin/Pendant with Fine Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds
Located in Aspen, CO
A large and well made butterfly brooch/pendant possessing approximately 57 fine white brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

1890 Victorian Red Enamel Rubinstein Gold Medal Pin with Ruby
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a wonderful Victorian medal pin crafted in 14K yellow gold and vibrant red enamel that
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Seed Pearl Bar Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a striking Victorian bar pin in rich black onyx featuring a bright white seed pearl in a
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

DOG Customized Bag Bijoux
By Ashna Mehta
Located in Dubai, AE
most faithful companions, sculpted in radiant 14K gold and accented with natural FG/VS clarity diamonds
Category

2010s Emirian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pin 3.40 Carat Total Weight in Platinum, circa 1920s
Located in Chicago, IL
totaling 1.20cts, which range from H-J Color and VS-Si Clarity. The Pin is made of 14k White gold. The
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

1950s Vintage Dual Platinum Clips with Attachment
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: Platinum (Pin is 14K White Gold) [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 27.3 grams *Clips
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Platinum

Mid-Century 14K White Gold Diamond Pendant / Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite mid-century wreath motif pendant / brooch, crafted in 14K white gold, showcases the
Category

Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1950s 14K White Gold Ornate Diamond Pendant and Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 22.25 g Diamond Details
Category

Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Diamond Small Seahorse Pendant / Brooch with Ruby
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
list and can be turn into either a brooch or pendant. Diamonds: 1.00 ct Ruby: 0.02 ct Metal: 14k
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1 Carat Diamond Filigree Brooch Pendant Combo 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this versatile vintage beauty! Brooch Details Material: 14K White Gold Era: Art Deco
Category

20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Convertible Brooch/Pendant
Located in Boone, NC
An Antique 14k White Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Brooch/Pendant. This piece is a fine example of the
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Vintage Heart Pave Brooch 14k Round 1.50ctw Love Convertible
Located in Greensboro, NC
Design: Pave Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940s 14K Yellow Gold and White Gold Old European Diamond Pendant and Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow and White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold, Tanzanite, Diamond Bell Shaped Pendant/Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco gold, tanzanite, & diamond convertible pendant / brooch. In 14 karat white
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pendant/Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
condition with minimal signs of wear Type: Pendant/Brooch Style: Classic, round Material: 14k yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond White Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tested as 14 karat gold Circa: 1905 Measures: 3/4 x 1 1/16 inches - including bale Total Weight: 4.7
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1.46 Carat Diamond White Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1950’s diamond pendant and brooch. 60 round diamonds set in a 14k white gold pendant that
Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gold Cameo Brooch with Agate and Diamond Accent 15.93g 14k
Located in Berlin, BE
This refined 14k white gold brooch features a beautifully carved agate cameo depicting the profile
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

585 White Gold Brooch with Diamonds, Art Deco, Certified
Located in Berlin, DE
Purity: 14 Karat Length: 19 cm Weight: 11.9 g Metal: White Gold Color: White Main Stone: Diamond
Category

20th Century Art Deco Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Shell Cameo White Gold Brooch Pendant w/ Diamond
Located in Wallkill, NY
Portrait Cameo set in 14K White gold with a diamond necklace, simply stunning! It has a stunning
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Vintage 1910s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Star Pendant 14k Rose Gold Brooch Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Distinct antique Victorian star pendant (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat rose gold. One
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Flamingo Pendant Diamond Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Large Brooch Bird Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Flamingo pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1950s to 1960s). Old mine
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Calibre Cut Gradient Blue Topaz Baguette Diamond Pendant Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 Karat Gold Calibre Cut Blue Topaz Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace Brooch Inspired by regal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant/Brooch- #16453
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant/Brooch- This exquisite piece features 16
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch / Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch / Pendant This stunning cameo features a
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

2.65tcw Colombian Emerald Diamond Pendant 14K Gold Pear Cut Vintage Brooch
Located in Jupiter, FL
antique round diamond adds a delicate touch at the top, all meticulously crafted in 14k white gold with a
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

18K White Gold Transformer Modern Plum Blossom Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold Plum Blossom brooch with a removable amethyst drop, encrusted with 3 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Revival 14k Gold Diamond Pearl Black Enamel Foliage Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
, Brooch 14k Yellow Gold & Black Enamel Work Weight: 25.4 Grams Chain Type: Curb Link Chain Length: 20
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21st Century and Contemporary Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant cameo features a lovely
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Hot Air Ballon Pendant Vintage Diamond MOP Onyx 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
inches. Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The pendant is hallmarked "14k"
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14k Gold Purple Enamel Seed Pearl Diamond Pansy Flower Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ Purple, Black, Yellow & White Enamel Work Weight: 11.04 Grams Height
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid Pearl 14K Gold Antique Foliate Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pinstem and looped closure Tested as 14 karat gold Circa: 1905 Measures: 1 1/8 x 1 3/4 inches Total Weight
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
14K White Gold Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Bracelet A delicate Art Deco bracelet made of 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Convertible Pendant Necklace / Brooch in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
appraisal value. Type: Convertible pendant and brooch Style: Art Deco Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

MidCentury 4.1 Carat Diamond Opal Cabochon Convertible Pendant-Brooch 14K
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
brilliant icy diamonds. This opal is a portable firework, displaying rainbows of every color as light dances
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.05 Carat Round Beaded Diamond White Gold Open Work Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
a brooch. Constructed out of 14k white gold, this highly detailed and open work pendant is a perfect
Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Diamond 18k Yellow and White Gold Brooch / Pendant, circa 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
crafted in a luxurious combination of 18K yellow and white gold. The piece features a stunning array of
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Erté 1980 Diamond Onyx Pearl 14K Gold Silver Love s Enchantment Pendant Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of a woman carved from mother-of-pearl Translucent iridescent white - with carved gold and silver
Category

Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

14K White Gold Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, Opals Necklace
Located in New York, NY
necklace – a boho dream adorned with opals, turquoise, diamonds, and sapphires. This piece is a celebration
Category

20th Century American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Turquoise, White Gold

Antique 3.02Ct Peridot and 3.41Ct Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique pendant/brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold
Category

Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Silver

"Spiked" Diamond Tahitian Pearl Pendant in Platinum on 14K White Gold Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
, we paired it with a high-polish octagonal snake chain in 14 karat white gold with a lobster clasp
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gol...

Opal Laurel Leaf Brooch Pendant 14K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Opal Brooch is really lovely. It measure 1 1/4" round. It has 5 seed Pearls and 10 Diamonds
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Vintage 1960s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Opal Laurel Leaf Brooch Pendant 14K
Opal Laurel Leaf Brooch Pendant 14K
$1,000 Sale Price
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"Tearaway" Long Dangle Earrings with Old Single Cut Diamonds in 14K White Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
carats. No marks but we guarantee the metal is solid 14 karat white gold. These earrings are about 2
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Old European Cut and Old Mine Cut Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Venice, CA
the central component and added a split shank 14k white gold band. We love that the ring covers a nice
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Floral Stud Earrings 14k Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
both everyday wear and special occasions. These diamond studs are made of 14 karat white gold, round
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1990s Unknown Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Krementz Art Nouveau Diamond Agate Enamel 14K Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
By Krementz Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
hinged optional bale and watch pin Stamped for 14 karat gold With maker's mark for Krementz & Co. Circa
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Colombian Emerald Diamond Necklace Brooch 14K Pear Emerald Pendant Vintage
Located in Jupiter, FL
: 14K Solid Yellow Gold Or White Gold Rhodium Weight: 25.1 grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Pear-Round
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

Antique Grey and White Oriental Pearls Gold Diamond Wine Leaf Pendant Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Very charming and poetic little wine leaf mounted as a pendant and a brooch. The leaf is set with
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Antique 1890s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Diamond Brooch Conversion Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
give her a new life to live & love!! Necklace Details Material: Platinum Pendant; 14K White Gold Cable
Category

20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Krementz Art Nouveau Multi-Gem Enamel 14K Gold Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
By Krementz Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold lotus flower bursting with a dogtooth pearl measuring 5.0 x 12.0 mm White with strong iridescence
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K White Gold Diamond Floral Lilly Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
An incredible 18K white gold diamond floral pendant with a 14K yellow gold polished flat link chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

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14k White Gold Brooch Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 14k white gold brooch diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold. Our selection of items includes 778 vintage examples as well as 106 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of 14k white gold brooch diamonds includes designs that are universally popular, but Retro and Victorian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, Tiffany Co. and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. There are many round cut, old european cut and old mine cut 14k white gold brooch diamonds for sale. When shopping our range of 14k white gold brooch diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 14k White Gold Brooch Diamonds?

On average, 14k white gold brooch diamonds at 1stDibs sell for $2,492, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $250,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About 14k White Gold Brooch Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.