Vintage French Cartier Nouvelle Vague High Polish 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This dynamic and interesting Nouvelle Vague ring is a somewhat unusual offering from this venerated house. Consisting of one continuous ribbon of high polish, 18K yellow gold that wr...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Ring in 18K Rose, Yellow and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Classic genuine Cartier 3 band Trinity ring in 750 18 karat tri-color gold from Bracken Jewelers estate collection in Santa Monica, California. This fully signed and hallmarked yello...
18k Gold
CARTIER Vintage Floral Motif Ring, 18k Yellow Gold with Emeralds, Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier vintage ring with a floral motif, in 18k yellow gold, featuring emeralds, sapphires, rubies, and diamonds. Condition: good condition, slight micro-scratches, some minor scrat...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diabolo Invisible Mystery Set Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Invisible Set Ruby Diabolo Ring by Cartier. With 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity and G color approx. .50ct total weight 8 rubies total weight...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1995 18K Yellow Gold Toi et Moi Ruby Ring, France, Unisex
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare and highly collectible vintage Cartier Toi et Moi ring crafted in rich 18-karat yellow gold and signed by Cartier in 1995. This sculptural bypass design features two bezel-set...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Tri-Color Gold Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold. Signed by Cartier Circa 1990 9mm wide Size 6 1/4
18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Medium Clash de Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Yellow Gold Medium Clash de Cartier Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z155437 Listing Title: Cartier Yellow Gold Medium Clash de Cartier Ring Condition Description: Since Louis-Fr...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Gold Stackable Trinity Band Ring Set
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One in each color of 18K gold, rose white and yellow, the white gold band is studded with diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156356 Listing Title: Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring Condition Description: Cartier's Love collection is the epitome of iconic, f...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Love Ring 18K Yellow Gold With Box and Papers EU49
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Brand: Cartier Collection: Love small model Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: EU 49 Width: 4 mm Diamond Specifications: Shape: Round Brilliant Total Car...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156172 Listing Title: Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring Condition Description: Cartier's Love collection is the epitome of iconic, f...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z156063 Listing Title: Cartier Yellow Gold Love Ring Condition Description: Cartier's Love collection is the epitome of iconic, ...
Yellow Gold
CARTIER Diamond Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Cartier ring features a chic geometric design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with round brilliant D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds. Made in France circa 2000s. Measurements...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Just Ankle Nail Ring SYZ313 18k Yellow Gold AU750 AUTHENTIC Certificate
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold Juste Un Clou Ring 46 comes with original box and Guarantee Certificate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Weight 3.2GM Yellow Gold Serial # SYZ313 Ring Size 46, US 4.5 U...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Entrelaces C de Cartier Diamond Ring Wide Band
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, Wide band design, Features an iconic Entrelacés C de Cartier design, Adorned with round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Astro Love Ring, Size 50, France, 21st Century
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold Love ring from the Cartier Astro collection. The ring holds the same design as an original love ring, featuring the 6 iconic screw motifs. This ring differs as it ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Ring, 18K Gold in White, Rose, Yellow, Size 71, France
By Cartier
Located in istanbul, TR
TRINITY RING, CLASSIC MODEL In 1924, Louis Cartier designed a ring formed by three intertwined moving rings. Everything about this ring was daring: the chromatic combination, the flu...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Ring Band In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 1.54 Ctw In Sapphires & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Classic band ring designed by Cartier Paris. This is a beautiful ring created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Cartier, back in the late 20th century. The modernist ri...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...
Les Must De Cartier Trinity Ring in 18K Rose, Yellow and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Classic genuine Le Must De Cartier Trinity Ring, from the Bracken Jewelers' estate jewelry collection in Santa Monica California, in 18 karat tri-color gold. This fully signed and h...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Six Bands Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Trinity" six bands ring Two bands for each tone of gold: yellow, white, and rose; marked Cartier, 750, 52, PK8385 Size: 6.5 US Total weight: 11.8 grams
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Just un Clou Ring in 18k yellow gold with box & papers
By Cartier
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Juste un Clou ring, classic, yeloow gold 750/1000 with box and papers Cipullo was not just a jewelry designer; he was an avid observer of the world around him, and he was so inspir...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Tri-Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous ring from Cartier's Trinity collection features 3 bands crafted in 18k yellow, white and rose gold.
Gold
Cartier Diamond and Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This columnar design diamond ring features 3.60 carats of F-H, VVS-VS round diamonds. Mounting stamped 750 for 18K Yellow gold. Stamped European size 53. Approximately 1/2 inch width...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Estate Cartier Ellipse 18K Yellow Gold Round Diamond Ring - Size 5 1/4
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate Cartier Ellipse 18K Yellow Gold Round Diamond Ring - Size 5 1/4.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1895 Collection 18K Yellow‑Gold Pavé‑Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Cartier 1895 Collection 18K Yellow‑Gold Pavé‑Diamond Ring, EU size 50. Sleek, elegant and versatile for daily wear. Comes with original box.
Vintage Cartier Deep Red Ruby Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cut Solitaire Ring 52
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Deep Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Ring Small Model 18K White Yellow Rose Gold Size 47 US 4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Trinity ring, small model. Crafted in 18k white, rose and yellow gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Large Model Diamond Trinity Ring in 18k White, Yellow and Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier large model diamond Trinity rolling ring in 18k white, yellow and rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Tricolor Gold "Les Must de Cartier" Trinity Ring Size 5.75 #25244
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
The piece is engraved "Les Must de Cartier" and crafted in 18K yellow, white and rose gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Ring Yellow Gold - size 63
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Ring width: 0,5 cm Cartier size 63 The Cartier Love Ring in Yellow Gold is a luxurious and iconic piece of jewelry created by the renowned French jewelry and watchmaker, Cartier. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Cartier Tri-Color Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Venice, CA
Designed by Louis Cartier in 1924, the Trinity Ring has become an iconic design. The bands represent love, friendship, and fidelity, and the three intertwine gracefully to symbolize ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Gypsy Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This classic vintage Cartier gypsy ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with a round brilliant E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamond and a pair of round rubies. Made in France circa 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Small Model Love Band Ring with 8 Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Box
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: Cartier Size 53 / US 6.25 The Cartier Love Collection has long been synonymous with timeless romance and refined elegance, and this 18 karat yellow gold band ring is no e...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tri Gold Rolling Wedding Band. 1.90ct Diamond Eternity Band D-F VVS1-VS1
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Comprising three interwoven bands of 18k yellow, white, and rose gold, this iconic design symbolizes unity and timeless elegance.
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Love Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156445 Listing Title: Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Love Ring Condition Description: Cartier's Love collection is the epitom...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Ring in 18k yellow gold with 3 diamonds with box & papers
By Cartier
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Cartier Love ring , classic, yellow gold 750/1000 with box and papers The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's des...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold 'Love' Ring
By Cartier
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold this ring is from one of Cartier's most iconic collections, 'Love'. Originally designed by Aldo Cipullo in 1969 first as the 'Love' bracelet, the ra...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond and Gemstone Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond and Gemstone Band A ring of openwork broad band design, set with circular-cut diamonds, rubies and emeralds; all mounted in 18 karat yellow gold. Signed Cartier, 677...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Pink Red Ruby Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ellipse Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diabolo Invisible Set Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring US 6.5
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 30560709 ■ Brand: Cartier ■ Product Name: Diabolo Invisible Set Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring ■ Model Number: - ■ Material: 12P Diamonds, 8P Blue Sapphires, 750 K18 YG Ye...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Ring 18kt Yellow Gold - size 55
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Cartier size 55 Ring width: 0,5 cm The Cartier Love Ring in Yellow Gold is a luxurious and iconic piece of jewelry created by the renowned French jewelry and watchmaker, Cartier. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Dinh Van 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ankh Ring
By Dinh Van for Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Dinh Van Ankh ring crafted in 18k yellow gold, designed with a sculptural spiral that wraps around the finger. The form suggests an abstract ankh, and the polished surface re...
18k Gold
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Cartier Tri Gold Wedding Band. 1.90ct Round Diamond Eternity Band D-F VVS1-VS1
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Comprising three interwoven bands of 18k yellow, white, and rose gold, this iconic design symbolizes unity and timeless elegance.
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Diamond Triple Row Maillon Panthere Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The band is constructed from solid 18k yellow gold and measures 8mm in width, which is slightly less than 3/8".
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Enamel Gold Modernist Cigar Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
These inspirational cigar band designs were memorialized by Cartier with this white enamel and 18K yellow gold iconic band ring.
Gold, Enamel
Cartier 'Clash De Cartier' Double Row Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 51 or U.S. 5 The Cartier Clash De Cartier diamond double-row band ring is a bold yet refined masterpiece, blending architectural precision with timeless elegance. Crafte...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,006Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Tri-Colour 18kt Gold Band Ring, Vintage France, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
A vintage Cartier tri-colour ring crafted in a combination of 18kt yellow, rose, and white gold. This distinctive design features interwoven gold wires with a central oxidised white ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Onyx and Tsavorite Small Model Panthere de Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Yellow Gold Onyx and Tsavorite Small Model Panthere de Cartier Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 147850 Listing Title: Cartier Yellow Gold Onyx and Tsavorite Small Model Panthere de...
Yellow Gold
CARTIER 18k yellow white rose gold TRINITY LARGE Ring Size 57
By Cartier
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Cartier Trinity ring is a timeless icon of elegance and symbolism, crafted from intertwined bands of 18K white gold, yellow gold, and rose gold.
CARTIER Trinity Ring, 18k Gold with 0.99ct Pavé Diamonds, France
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTIER Trinity ring in 18k three-tone gold with diamonds. Condition: very good. Size: 52. Width of the design: 4 mm. Diamond weight: 0.96 carats. Total weight: 15.85 gr. Hallmarks: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Vintage Mimi Star Ring, 18K Gold & Diamonds, Circa 1990
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTIER Mimi Star ring in 18k three-tone gold and diamonds. Date: circa 1990. Condition: very good condition. Size: engraved 50 but fits a size 49. Width: 0.7 cm. Diamond weight: 0....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Trinity Ring, 18k Three-Tone Gold, 0.96ct Diamonds, France
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTIER Trinity ring in 18k three-tone gold and diamonds. Original price: €10,800. Condition: excellent. Size: 47. Width of the design: 4 mm. Diamond weight: 0.96 carats. Total weigh...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of 3 Cartier Hindu Diamond Rings EU 45 US 3 1/4 Estate 18k Gold Flower Band
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 18k white, rose and yellow gold. The white and yellow gold rings are hallmarked "750" for 18 karat gold and "Cartier" along with the serial number and the ring size...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1970's 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Vintage Rolling Trinity Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring is comprised of three interlocking bands of yellow, rose, and white gold Slightly curved - rose gold ring is inscribed 'le must de Cartier' With high polished finish throughout ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1990's 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Vintage Trinity Grooved Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a wide band featuring deeply grooved segments Alternating pattern of yellow, rose, and white gold Completed by high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Numbered fully...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Stacking 18K Tri-Tone Gold Ring Size 6.00
By Cartier
Located in Sewickley, PA
Crafted in solid 18K tri-tone gold, the design features interlocking bands of yellow, white, and rose gold, representing love, fidelity, and friendship.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Mini Model Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Mini Model Love Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156035 Listing Title: Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Mini Model Love Ring Condition Description: Since Louis-Franç...
Yellow Gold
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
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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.