Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Multi Strand Pearl and Ruby Floral Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 14k yellow gold multi-strand pearl necklace featuring a .36tcw ruby floral clasp.
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Strand Freshwater Baroque Pearl Necklace w/ 14k White Gold Filigree Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stones: Numerous Freshwater Baroque White Pearls w/ Good Luster Material: 14k White Gold Clasp Weight: 73.4 Grams Length: 17" measured next to ruler Clasp Dimensions: 20.3 x 8.9mm (0...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,260Sale Price|55% Off
14K Gold Clasp Av. 9mm Metallic Grey Sea Pearl Necklace, 17 inches
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details: ...
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Akoya Cultured Pearl Necklace 5.5 - 6mm with 14K Yellow Gold Clasp #22368
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Akoya Cultured Pearl Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Clasp JAGi Certified- Elegant and timeless, this classic necklace features 73 Akoya cultured pearls each measuring between 5.5-6 mm.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque South Sea Pearl Necklace 20 Inch 14k Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Brunswick, ME
The necklace is finished with a round 14k yellow gold ball clasp. The stunning necklace is 20 inches long. 30 South Sea Baroque Pearls: 20.5 x 15.6mm - 13.0 x 12.1mm.
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Sapphire Cabochon Clasp Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage necklace is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a strand of pearls with a ruby and sapphire cabochon clasp.
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10mm Pearl 14k White Gold Diamond Flower Spray Clasp Choker Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (37) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - White Color - 9.5 to 10mm (approx.) (2) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - White Color - 6.8 to 6.9mm (approx.) (17) Nat...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$810Sale Price|55% Off
14K White Gold Clasp Av. 7mm White Sea Pearl Necklace, 16 inches
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This classic necklace is finished with a finely crafted 14K white gold clasp—both secure and subtly ornate—adding a touch of refinement to its understated luxury.
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
7mm Cultured Pearl Princess Length 50cm Necklace with 14K 585 Gold Clasp
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Magnificent Cultured Pearl Strand is of desirable princess length – 50cm (19.7 inches) comprising 66 Round Pearls, well-matched, of 7.00mm approx., of good lustre – of stunni...
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Keshi Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Brutalist Clasp Four Strand Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
Estate 14 karat Yellow Gold Four-Strand Keshi Pearl Necklace with Brutalist Clasp is a luminous and sculptural piece from the 1970s that captures the organic beauty of natural pearls...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Pearl Necklace Bracelet Clasp 14K White Gold Original 1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1930's Art Deco Pearl Necklace Bracelet Antique 14K White Gold Features 3 Genuine Natural Pearls Antique Safety Clasp Incredible Filigree Spi...
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Clasp Semi-Baroque Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 42.5 Grams Stone: 0.20tcw Diamonds (clasp) Measurements: 8.26mm pearl Length: 19" Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Notes: Vintage semi-baroque pearl strand with romantic rose-shaped di...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Akoya Pearl Necklace With Gold Clasp
Located in Miami, FL
Akoya pearl necklace 5.5-6mm, 28 inch in length with a 14k yellow gold clasp.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 7-7.5mm Cultured Pearl 15" Stand Necklace Diamond Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut * Round Brilliant Cut - Prong & Pave Set - H/I Color - VS2-SI2 Clarity - 0.10ctw (approx.) (47) Genuine Cultured Pearls - ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Three Strand Culture Pearl Necklace with 14K White Gold Antique Inspired Clasp
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Three strand cultured pearl necklace adorned with 14K white gold antique inspired clasp.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Graduated Single Pearl Strand Bead Necklace w/ Fancy 14k White Gold Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String w/ 14k White Gold Clasp Weight: 32.8 Grams Length: 20.5" (measured next to ruler) Closure: Push hook clasp Clasp Thickness: 6.61mm (approx.)
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Large Petal Pearl with Natural Gold Accent Bib Necklace 14K Gold Sailor Clasp
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This is a beautiful necklace strung with large petal pearls with a 14k gold sailor clasp ♥ The pearls are very large, with the largest measuring more than 35mm long.
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Pearl & 10ctw Sapphire Necklace and Bracelet Set 14k White Gold Clasps
Located in Montclair, NJ
(fitted on a wrist) Type: 2 Row Strand Bracelet Width: 17.3mm (at the clasp) Thickness: 10.5mm (at the clasp) Clasp: Box Clasp w/ Safety Latch --Item Details (Set):-- Material: Stri...
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Graduated South Sea Saltwater Pearl Strand Necklace & 14k Gold Diamond Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
This necklace is secured with a brushed finish 14k yellow gold push clasp that is neatly set with round diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Pearl Strand Necklace w/ 14k Gold 0.50ctw Sapphire Twisted Swirl Clasp 26"
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String w/ Solid 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 55.39 Grams Type: Cultured Pearl Strand Length: 26 Inches (wearable length) Clasp: Push Clasp w/ Safety Latch Clasp Dimensions...
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Two Tone Gold Geometric Clasp Multi Strand Torsade Pearl Gemstone Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String, Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Clasp Weight: 31.33 Grams Type: Multi-Strand Pearl Bracelet w/ 14k Gold Clasp Length: Measures 7.5 Inches Next to A Ruler.
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Strand 16" 7.8-8.1mm Necklace w/ 14k Yellow Gold Filigree Hook Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String w/ Solid 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 31.2 Grams (gross) Type: Cultured Pearl Single Strand Length: 16 Inches Clasp: Hook Push Clasp Clasp Thickness: 2.7mm Conditi...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cardow Pearl Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Lion's Head Clasp
By Cardow
Located in New York, NY
Original Cardow Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Lion's Head Clasp. This multi strand pearl necklace features lion's head clasp crafted in 14 karat yellow gold set with diamonds and ruby...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cardow Pearl Bracelet with 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Lion's Head Clasp
By Cardow
Located in New York, NY
Original Cardow Pearl Bracelet with 14K Gold Lion's Head Clasp. This multi strand pearl necklace features lion's head clasp crafted in 14 karat yellow gold set with diamonds and ruby...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 6.5-7mm Cultured Pearl Strand Necklace w/ 14k White Gold Filigree Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String w/ Solid 14k White Gold Clasp Weight: 27.23 Grams (gross) Type: Cultured Pearl Strand Length: 18 Inches Clasp: Hook Push Clasp Clasp Thickness: 2.4mm Condition: Fre...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Lavender Cultured Pearl Necklace 14K Gold Diamond Clasp 20" 11-13mm
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Estate piece. Details Metal: 14K White Gold Clasp Gemstones: Lavender Cultured Pearls, Diamonds Total Weight: 94.5 grams Ring Size / Length: 20 inches Measurements: Pearls measure ...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 13.5" Pearl Baby Child Choker Necklace Spring Ring Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 6.44 Grams Length: 13.5" (measured next to ruler) Closure: Spring Ring clasp Condition: Vintage.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire and Diamond 14K White Gold Clasp
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This elegant vintage pearl necklace is composed of luminous Akoya pearls, beautifully matched for their soft glow and subtle overtones. The strand sits gracefully along the neckline,...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White...
Cultured 6.5-7mm Gray Pearl Long Strand Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Bead Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 53.24 Grams Length: 37.5" (measured next to ruler) Closure: Push clasp Condition: Excellent overall condition.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Single Strand 8-8.5mm Pearl Necklace w/ 14k Yellow Gold Filigree Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 37.53 Grams Length: 16.5" (measured next to ruler) - will comfortably fit 16" (measured on neck) Closure: Push hook clasp w/ security latch C...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mikimoto 3 Strand 6.5-7mm Pearl Bracelet w/ 14k Gold Engraved Clasp
By Mikimoto
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String w/ Solid 14k White Gold Clasp & Spacers Weight: 35 Grams Type: 3 Strand Beaded Bracelet w/ 2 Spacers Length: Measures 7.0 Inches Next to a Ruler.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
12.1-14.7mm Tahitian Pearl Strand Necklace w/ 14k White Gold Textured Ball Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String w/ Solid 14k White Gold Clasp Weight: 105.80 Grams (gross) Type: Cultured Tahitian Gray Pearl Strand Length: 18 Inches Pearl Diameters: 12.1 to 14.7 mm Clasp: Hook a...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,339Sale Price|54% Off
GIA certified Natural Tahitian Pearl Bracelet with 14K Diamond Clasp
Located in Conroe, TX
GIA certified Natural Tahitian Pearl Bracelet with 14K Diamond Clasp Materials: 14K Gold Bracelet Length: 7.50" Bracelet Closure Type: Box Tab Insert Hallmarks: 585 DSL Total Weight...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Marina J. All Pearl Graduated Ombre Necklace with 14k Yellow Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measuring 18 inches long, this necklace meets at a solid 14k Yellow Gold Ball Clasp which perfectly matches the size of Pearls. ** Made by Marina J ** ** For any questions or inqui...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,890Sale Price|55% Off
14K Gold Clasp Av. 7mm White Sea Pearl 3 Strand Necklace, 17 inches
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Expertly hand-strung for graceful drape and symmetry, the strands are secured by a bespoke 14K gold clasp adorned with a 0.10-carat natural ruby—adding a subtle touch of color and re...
Pearl, 14k Gold
Akoya Pearl Necklace with White Gold Clasp
Located in Trumbull, CT
The necklace comprises 44 lustrous Akoya pearls measuring 9mm and closure is 14K white gold clasp.
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,980Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14K Two-tone Yellow & White Gold Chain Pearl Necklace with Toggle Clasp
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our versatile Vintage 14K Two-tone Yellow & White Gold Chain Pearl Necklace with Toggle Clasp — a truly captivating piece that offers endless possibilities for showca...
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
12mm South Sea Semi-Baroque Pearl with 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 104 Grams Stone: South Sea Semi-Baroque Pearl 12mm, Diamond Length: 18" Hallmark: 585 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Item #: BR-1912-060226-06
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10-13mm Pearl Strand Necklace w/ 14k White Gold Diamond Covered Ball Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color Material: String w/ Solid 14k White Gold Clasp Weight: 86.59 Grams (gross) Type: Cult...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,980Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14K Two-tone Yellow & White Gold Chain Pearl Bracelet with Toggle Clasp
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of vintage glamour with our Vintage 14K Two-tone Yellow & White Gold Chain Pearl Bracelet with Toggle Clasp.
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cultured Pearl Strand White Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Completed by a ornamental filigree clasp in 14k white gold. Measurements: 0.27" (7mm) width, 16" (40.6cm) length.
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Bead Necklace, 14k White Gold Clasp, 18.5 Inches, USA
Located in New York, NY
Secured with a sophisticated 14k white gold clasp, this necklace exudes sophistication and refinement.
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Pearl Double Strand Bracelet w Decorative 14K Yellow Gold Filigree Clasp
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enhanced with a decorative 14 karat yellow gold filigree charm clasp, this classic double strand bracelet of creamy white pearls presents a fresh modern layered look. Lustrous pearls...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
16" Multi Strand Pearls Torsade Strand Necklace w/14k Gold Carved Amethyst Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String, Solid 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 121.61 Grams Type: Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace w/ 14k Gold Clasp Length: 16 Inches Necklace Width: 36.3mm (1.4") (at the clasp),...
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Multi-Strand Jade and Cultured Pearl Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Completing the design is an ornate 14K yellow gold clasp and terminals, each accented with twelve oval and marquise-cut jades, adding a luxurious finishing touch.
Jade, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cultured Pearl Strand Yellow Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Completed by a ornamental filigree clasp in 14k yellow gold. Measurements: 0.27" (7mm) width, 16.25" (41.5cm) length.
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina J. Pearl Woven "V" Necklace with Adjustable 14k Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This necklace meets at a Solid 14k Yellow Gold Adjustable [Hand Made] Clasp allowing this piece to measure between 13.5 - 16 inches long.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Strand Pearl Twist Bracelet with Decorative 14K Yellow Gold Bow Tie Clasp
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Multiple strands of lustrous pearls accented with decorative 14 karat yellow gold bow tie clasp create this sophisticated pearl wrap bracelet.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 6.5-7mm Cultured Pearl Long 24" Strand Necklace w/ 14k Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: String w/ Solid 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 35.56 Grams Length: 24” (measured on ruler) Clasp: Fish Hook Clasp Condition: Excellent condition!
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Cultured Pearl Bracelet with 14K Gold Clasp Classic Elegant 7 Inch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully composed of luminous, well-matched round cultured pearls, the bracelet is completed by an elegant 14K yellow gold clasp that provides both security and a subtle touch of ...
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Marina J. Woven Pearl Bridal V Necklace with 14k Gold-plated Silver Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measuring 17 inches long, this Necklace meets at a Solid 14k Yellow Gold Decorative clasp, perfectly completing it.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
14K WG Diamond and Pearl Clasp 5-Strand Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An elegant multi-strand emerald bead necklace featuring a finely crafted diamond and pearl clasp in 14 karat white gold. Five strands of vivid green emerald rondelle beads form a gra...
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Marina J Woven Black Seed Pearl "V" Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Clasp & Brooch
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measuring 17 inches long, this necklace meets at a unique one of a kind, Marina J. molded solid 14K Yellow Gold sliding decorative Clasp. A gorgeous vintage Brooch is included which ...
Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k ...
Vintage Platinum and 14K Gold Pearl Necklace with Ruby and Diamond Floral Clasp
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Spaced intermittently with diamond rondelle separators, the pearls lead to a stunning floral centerpiece clasp crafted in platinum and 14K gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Choker-Length Strand of 11.5mm Tahitian Pearls w 14K White Gold & Diamond Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
We bought these gorgeous, genuine Tahitian pearls at a trade show in 2023. These are slightly graduated (11mm to just under 12mm) lustrous, multi-colored off-round baroques, mostly ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Go...
Marina J. Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Watch with Woven Pearl, Ruby Band & Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful One of A Kind stunning vintage working Winding Dial Watch is reworked into a timeless and elegant Pearl, Ruby and 14k Yellow Gold piece. Stamped and made in all solid 14k Y...
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
17" Necklace of 12mm to 14mm Edison Pearls with Oversized 14K Gold Toggle Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Edison pearls, a freshwater pearl variety that has only been around for a few years. are the product of several years' research by Grace Pearls, located in China. Borrowing from t...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.