Antique Brooch Jewelry
to
807
7,782
6,853
7,744
7,346
7,344
4,818
1,881
1,557
1,213
1,134
1,027
893
444
426
400
288
208
178
102
95
70
67
64
40
32
23
21
19
17
15
15
14
12
11
10
10
4
4
4
4
4
3
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
206
140
62
55
33
Sort By
Antique Rowing Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
early 20th-century jewelry, this antique brooch from circa 1910 features a finely detailed man rowing a
Category
1910s Edwardian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This charming vintage brooch is crafted in yellow gold and designed as a delicate four-petal flower
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Floral Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite Georgian brooch adorned with shimmering rose-cut diamonds. The intricate
Category
Early 1800s Georgian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Multi Gemstone Trefoil Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful multi gemstone brooch dating back to the Victorian period. A trefoil
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, Gold, Silver
Vintage Bee Brooch 18k gold
Located in Genève, CH
A brooch shaped like a bee, probably from the 70s. French. 18k gold and approximately 0.30ct of
Category
1670s French Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Scottish Agate Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Large Victorian oval polished banded agate within black greek enamel frame in original case.
Size : 4,5cm x 4,2cm
Category
Early 1900s Scottish Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Agate
Antique Vulcanite cameo brooch, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
An interesting antique Victorian era Vulcanite cameo brooch.
It is a very well designed piece
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Art Nouveau Diamond Phoenix Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fantastic antique brooch crafted from 22ct yellow gold at a time when the Art
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
ART DECO OPAL
Diamonds Platinum Brooch
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
This exceptional and original Art Deco brooch centers on a rare 6-plus carat solid opal, cut as a
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning brooch is made from Platinum with 30 Diamonds chasing around it's graceful curves
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian Etched Gold Garnet Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Etched Gold Garnet Brooch which was converted from a bracelet into a brooch circa 1910
Category
1850s American Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Opal
Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Opal & Diamond Brooch
A platinum and 18 karat white gold brooch set with a center black
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$10,500
Victorian Rock Crystal Swag Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Victorian Rock Crystal Swag Brooch in 18k pink gold with faceted rock crystals in a double
Category
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond Platinum Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique platinum and gold back brooch, set with approx. 3.00ctw in old mine cut diamonds, center
Category
19th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique 1907s Russian Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 1907s 14k yellow gold brooch made in moscow during the imperial
Category
Early 1900s Antique Brooch Jewelry
Gothic Revival Diamond Star Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, Silver over 18k, French Import hallmarks. This dazzling antique brooch features 2.40
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Half Moon Crescent Brooch
Located in Milano, MI
Gorgeous antique half moon crescent brooch. Set in silver and gold with rose cut diamonds and
Category
Early 1900s Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Large Art Deco Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Large Art Deco Diamond Bar Brooch
A brooch featuring round cut diamonds set in square & triangular
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Russian Demantoid Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 14k gold brooch with natural green demantoid in striking color hall
Category
Early 1900s Antique Brooch Jewelry
Victorian Pearl
Diamond Crescent Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Pearl & Diamond Crescent Pendant Brooch
A brooch featuring graduated old mine diamonds
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Mechanical Hunting Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Mechanical Hunting Brooch from the 1920's. Rider and bunny slide on a track so
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Art Deco Diamond Quaver Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stylish and sophisticated brooch crafted from platinum into the shape of a quaver
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
ArtDeco Diamond Brooch in Platinum
Located in Honolulu, HI
Art Deco Diamond Brooch in platinum. Gorgeous hand crafted art deco brooch in a braided infinity
Category
Early 19th Century Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Paste Brooch France
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Paste Brooch France set in sterling from the 1920's. Beautiful quality construction and
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Aluminum and Amythest Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian oval domed, repousse and engraved aluminum and amythest crystal brooch. Gilt metal oval
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Anique Sapphire Russian Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique russian brooch centered with 4 oval cut cabouchon blue sapphire toped with rose cut
Category
1890s Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Diamond 14K Gold Floral Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Edwardian brooch showcasing a delicate floral motif adorned with old mine-cut diamonds
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian French Flower Cart Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian French Flower Cart Brooch from the mid 19th Century, France. Completely handmade
Category
1850s French High Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Vintage Bakelite Butterscotch Carved Hand Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hand Brooch, a striking collectible piece from the mid-20th century. Expertly carved from genuine
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Platinum Diamond Natural Pearl Brooch, DSEF
Located in New York, NY
, It comes with a DESF certificate. This brooch is a collectible jewelry masterpiece. Whether worn
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Bee Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th Century rose diamond and ruby bee set on a pearl capped staff. Charming subject matter typical of Victorian novelties.
Excellent condition.
Excellent condition.
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Classic Art Deco Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Art Deco brooch adorned with a dazzling array of round-cut white diamonds weighing
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Victorian Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Victorian Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch is a stunning example of 19th-century artistry
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Antique Platinum Tourmaline
Diamond Brooch
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Antique Platinum Tourmaline and Вiamonds Brooch
Period: Circa 1920-1930
Big certified green
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Nephrite, Coral and Diamond brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exquisite naturalistic hardstone brooch. An orange/red coral frog is shown perched upon an
Category
Early 20th Century German Belle Époque Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
14k Yellow Gold
Pearl Crescent Brooch
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous crescent brooch comes from the 1920s Art Deco period and was crafted with 14kl yellow
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rhoda Wager Arts
Crafts Brooch
Located in London, GB
An impressive Arts & Crafts brooch by Rhoda Wager.
The fabulous precious opal is approximaety 60
Category
1910s Australian Arts and Crafts Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
Late Victorian silver, gold opal and diamond brooch.
Estimated opal weight 5.58 cts based on
Category
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Antique Cameo Brooch, circa 1850.
Located in London, GB
Hardstone cameo brooch. Set with a carved hardstone cameo to centre of a bust of a lady in profile
Category
1850s Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
French Victorian Diamond Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Investing in this brooch is not just acquiring jewelry; it's owning a piece of art and history that will be
Category
1890s French Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Old Mine Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
A horseshoe shaped brooch set with old mine cut
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Gold Amethyst Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold brooch, with center amethyst (with small chips present) surrounded with pearls
Category
19th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold
Antique Rose-Cut Diamonds Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Rose-Cut Diamonds Silver & Gold Brooch
Rose-cut diamonds of approximately 0.80 carat, set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Gold Amethyst Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold brooch with pearls (multiple are damaged/have glue residue) and 19.8mm amethyst
Category
19th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold
Diamond, Jade, and Platinum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Set in platinum, this brooch consists of diamonds totaling 1 carat and natural, type A jade at its
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Antique Demantoid Russian Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era brooch in liliy of the valley designe with natural green demantoid
Category
Early 1900s Antique Brooch Jewelry
Victorian Pearl Jet Brooch, 1880
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian Pearl Jet Brooch. Within a border of pearls and faceted French jet a curved glass display
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Pearl
$720 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Art Deco platinum diamond brooch showcases a dazzling arrangement of round and baguette cut
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Diamond and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This antique Victorian star brooch has been handcrafted in 15k
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Picture Holder Brooch
Located in Milano, MI
Brooch in 9ct gold finely handcrafted with at the back a picture holder. From the end of the 800's
Category
1840s Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Victorian Hand Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This rare Victorian era brooch (circa 1860) presents an exquisitely detailed hand motif, sculpted
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Gold Sapphire Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold brooch, with blue sapphires. Brooch is 48mm x 20mm. Weight - 7.4 grams.
Category
19th Century Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Gold
Gold Victorian Etruscan Revival Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, 12K gold (unmarked, but tested), "Etruscan" brooch, England, Ca. 1870's-1880's; @2" long
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold
Antique Brooch Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Geneva, CH
14K gold and silver brooch set by rose-cut diamonds.
Dimensions (without chain): 4.50 centimeters x
Category
Early 20th Century European Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Stork Brooch with Garnet Eye
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Austrian silver vermeil (18K gold plated) antique stork brooch, circa 1890, from the antique fine
Category
1890s Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Silver, Gold Plate
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. The
Category
Early 20th Century German Belle Époque Antique Brooch Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
1930s Bakelite "Goofy" Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Charming cartoon cat brooch from the the 1930s of stained and painted cream bakelite. Bakelite
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Brooch Jewelry
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Brooch Jewelry", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Antique Brooch Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique brooch jewelry 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 Yellow Gold. Finding the perfect item from our selection of antique brooch jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of antique brooch jewelry over the years, but those made by Tiffany
Co., Cartier and Georg Jensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of antique brooch jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 4417 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and rose cut versions for sale. Most of our antique brooch jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 4193 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Antique Brooch Jewelry?
The price for a piece of antique brooch jewelry starts at $1 and tops out at $475,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $2,806.
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 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.
Questions About Antique Brooch Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024A piece of jewelry called a brooch is a decorative item that you attach to clothing or accessories with a pin or clasp. People often wear brooches on dresses, jackets, blazers, hats, shawls and caps. The word brooch comes from the Middle English word broach, which means a skewer, as pin-type brooches pierce fabric. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of brooches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Read More
This 1960s Opal Pansy Brooch Is a Perfect Token of Love
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
This David Webb Coral Flower Brooch Is Better Than a Bouquet
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
This Gem-Encrusted Boucheron Brooch Is a Symbol of Mid-Century Glamour and Clever Design
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
The Editor of ‘Town & Country’ Loves Jewelry and History in Equal Measure
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
5 Fresh Jewelry Trends That Will Bring You Joy This Spring
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
Tastemaker Bunny Mellon’s Extraordinary Schlumberger Jewels
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.