20 Karat Affinity Emerald Earrings
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Affinity Earrings with 2.19CTS of Diamond, and 1.38CTS of Emeralds. 2.25IN Long, set in 20K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coomi Affinity Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Set in 20 Karat Gold
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Affinity Bracelet set in 20K Yellow Gold. Ruby 9.77cts, and Rose-cut Diamond on the back of bracelet 3.39cts. 20K Yellow Gold 9.77cts Ruby 3.39cts Diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
20 Karat Yellow Gold Affinity Earrings with Rutilite Quartz
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Beautiful Pair of Affinity Earrings Set In 20 Karat Yellow Gold With 23.32 Carat Rutilite Quartz and 0.72 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold
Deep Blue Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace Set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Affinity Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace Set In 20 Karat Yellow Gold With 12.70 Carat Aquamarine and 1.08 Carat Diamonds.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Ruby Baguettes and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bypass Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
2.21 Carats of vibrant ruby baguettes - 0.21 carats of diamonds - 14K White Gold. This ring is a size 7.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Unavailable
W 0.61 in D 0.32 in L 1.04 in
IGL Certified 1.49 Carat Pear Emerald 0.53 Diamond 14K Pendant Necklace
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
It is surrounded by 0.85 carat of tapered emerald baguettes and 0.53 carat total weight of diamonds. All diamonds are G-I in color. The gallery is beautifully detailed.
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.25 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond 14K White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
A 7 x 5 mm blue sapphire sits at the center. Diamond total weight is 0.37 carat. Ring size 7.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.89 Carat Baguette and Marquise Blue Sapphire 0.48 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Hand-cut sapphire baguettes, as well as hand-applied milgrain, make this a perfect piece for a lover of fine details. 14Karat White Gold Size 7 ring 1.60 Carat of blue baguette sap...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.60 Carat Pear Pink Sapphire Emerald Diamond 14Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
This 1.60 carat pear-shaped Madagascar pink sapphire is framed by 1.55 carat of Zambian baguette Emeralds. Diamonds of G-I color. Total 0.46 carat weight. These diamonds halo the c...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, Beryl, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.73 Carat Oval Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond 14Karat White Gold Dome Cocktail ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
This ring is from the Affinity Designs LLC "Madison Collection" and is accompanied by an Independent Gemological Laboratories (IGL) Report.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
H 0.32 in W 0.62 in D 0.32 in Dm 0.62 in L 0.62 in
2.48 Carats Round Morganite w/ Ruby & Diamond 14K White Gold Flower Stud Earring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
They are surrounded by the richest red ruby baguettes of various sizes and weigh 4.10 Carats in total. The diamond weight is 0.45 carat. These earrings are part of the Affinity D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.45 Cushion Tanzanite Baguette Sapphire Diamond 14K White Gold Cocktail Ring s7
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
It is a stunning combination of tanzanite, sapphires and diamonds set in a 14K white gold octagonal silhouette.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, 14k Go...
Unavailable
W 0.33 in D 0.2 in L 1.11 in
2.39 Pear Pink Sapphire Ruby and 0.48 Diamond 14Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
All diamonds are G-I color and total 0.48 carat weight. 14Karat white gold.
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Baguette Aquamarine with Diamond Accent Three-Stone 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Baguette Aquamarine and White Diamond Accented Three-Stone 14K Yellow Gold Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a stunni...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.76 Carat Oval Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Central Oval Ruby: 0.76 carat (6x5 mm) Baguette Rubies: 1.20 carat Total Diamonds: 0.43 carat Ring Size: 7 Finished weight: 7.30 grams
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 0.33 in D 0.25 in L 1.05 in
1.15 Carat Pear Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous pear-shaped emerald and diamond drop earrings! These "classic with a twist" earrings are made of 14 Karat White Gold. The center emerald is a 7 x 5 mm pear-shape. Emerald b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.10 Oval Sapphire Openwork 14Karat White Gold Criss Cross diamond band ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
There are 0.36 carat of diamonds in this design. This band is a size 7. This ring is from the Affinity Designs LLC "Madison Collection" and is accompanied by an Independent Gemolog...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
3-3/8 Carat Baguette Amethyst Diamond Accented Three-Stone Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
This is a simple and elegant designed three-stone ring with royal purple temperament. This lady size 7 ring features three amethysts accented by 0.22ct single cut round diamonds. M...
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver Plate
1.10 Carat Oval Three-stone Ruby Baguette Diamond 14Karat White Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
This ring is from the Affinity Designs LLC "Madison Collection" and is accompanied by an Independent Gemological Laboratories (IGL) Report.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.0 Carat Square Emerald Cut Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Size 7. This contemporary emerald ring is for the art-deco lover! You will love the luscious greens and the unique standout design! We playful...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Emerald 0.80 Carat with Baguettes and Diamonds 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Oval 0.80 Carat Emerald with baguettes and diamonds in 14Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring This ring is for the true emerald lover! Every nook-and-cranny is full of special-cut emeral...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.90 Carat Pink Tourmaline, Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
You will love this bright pink and fiery red combination! A gorgeous octagonal cocktail ring with diamond accents set in a 14kt white gold mounting. This is a real "stand out among ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
1-3/4 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Accent 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Oval & Pear Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Accent 14K Rose Gold Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a stunning combination of...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rose Gold
1-1/20 ct. Oval Sapphire and Diamond Accent Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Sapphire and White Diamond Retro Border Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this necklace boasts a stunni...
Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2-1/2 ct. Aquamarine and Diamond Accent Drop Earrings in 14K Rose Gold
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our exquisite 2.48 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Accented Drop Earrings in 14K Rose Gold. Crafted from luxurious 14K rose gold, these earrings feature one pear...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rose Gold
3.00 Carat TW Pink Tourmaline with Ruby, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Exploring the red and pink hues for those lovers of statement treasures. These earrings feature 6.00 mm Cushion Pink Tourmaline adorned with assorted baguette Rubies with Pink sapph...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
5/8 ct. Ruby and Diamond Accent Curvilinear Migraine Shank 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Pear-Cut Ruby and Diamond Accent Curvilinear Migraine Shank Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a st...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1/10 ct. Aquamarine and A-Quality Diamond Accent 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Aquamarine and White Diamond Accented Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a stunning combination of ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
1-5/8 ct. Aquamarine and Tanzanite with Diamond Accent Sterling Silver Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Oval-Cut Aquamarine and Pear-Cut Tanzanite with White Diamond Accented Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a stunning c...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
1-1/20 ct. Aquamarine and Diamond Accent Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with exquisite detail, each of these earrings features a stunning oval aquamarine accompanied by sparkling round single cut white diamonds. The 14K yellow gold setting adds t...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
1/2 ct. Pear Emerald and Diamond Curvilinear Milgrain Shank 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Pear-Cut Emerald and Diamond Accent Curvilinear Milgrain Shank Ring in 14K Yellow Gold. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
4-1/2 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz and White Diamond Stud Sterling Silver Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in elegance with our 4-1/2 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz and White Diamond Stud Earrings. Crafted with sterling silver patterns, each earring features a stunning oval Swiss blue top...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
1-3/4 ct. Pear-Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Accent 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our 1-3/4 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Accent 14K Rose Gold Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a stunning combination of o...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rose Gold
Aquamarine with Blue and White Sapphire and Diamond Accent Ring in 14k Gold
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Lovely for any gemstone enthusiast but an especially fine choice as your signature March birthstone piece. Crafted in 14K White Gold, this lovely piece features 10x8 Oval Aquamarine ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1-1/3 ct. Sterling Silver Blue Sapphire and Single-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these earrings boast a stunning combinat...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
2-7/8ct. Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Cross Bridge Ring in Sterling Silver
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Yellow, Blue, Green and Pink Sapphire with White Diamond Cross Bridge Ring in Sterling Silver. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring b...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
5-1/2 ct. Swiss Blue Topaz and Diamond Accent Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Swiss Blue Topaz and White Diamond Retro Border Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this necklace boasts ...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver
1-1/10 ct. Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Accent Sterling Silver Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Accented Retro Border Sterling Silver Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a stunning com...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
3/4 ct. Aquamarine and A-quality Round Diamond Accent Earrings in 14K Rose Gold
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in elegance with our Pear-Cut Aquamarine and A-Quality Round Diamond Accent Earrings in 14K Rose Gold. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, each dangle earring feature...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rose Gold
Unavailable
W 0.39 in D 0.31 in L 1.6 in
14.03 Carat Natural Morganite and Aqua Diamond Harlequin Drop Earrings 18K White
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind, completely natural, morganite and aquamarine earrings. The gemstones in these exceptional marquise-shaped drop earrings are carefully selected to achieve a perfect ba...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
5/8 ct. Sapphire and Diamond Accent Vine Pattern Shank Ring in 14K White Gold
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Pear-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Accent Curvilinear Milgrain Shank Ring in 14K White Gold. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
4-1/2 ct. Swiss Blue Topaz & White Diamond Gold Over Sterling Silver Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Swiss Blue Topaz and White Diamond Earrings in 14K Gold Over Sterling Silver. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these earrings boast a stunn...
White Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
5-1/2 ct. Swiss Blue Topaz and Diamond Accent Retro Border Sterling Silver Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Oval Swiss Blue Topaz and Diamond Accent Retro Border Sterling Silver Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a stunning co...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
3-1/4 ct. Blue Topaz & Diamond Accent 18K Yellow Gold over Sterling Silver Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Oval Swiss Blue Topaz with Round White Diamond Accented 18K Yellow Gold over Sterling Silver Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ri...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
1-3/4 Carat Yellow & Pink Sapphire & White Diamond Bypass 14K White Gold Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the splendor of our Yellow & Pink Sapphire and White Diamond Bypass 14K White Gold Ring. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ring boasts a magnificent combin...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, White Gold
3-1/4 Carat 18K Gold over Silver Swiss Blue Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Oval Swiss Blue Topaz and White Diamond Accent Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold over Sterling Silver. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, t...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Unavailable
L 0.63 in
1-7/8 ct. Yellow/Pink Sapphire and White Diamond Bypass 14K 3-Tone Gold Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, these earrings feature the perfect combination of 14K yellow, pink, and white gold. The AA quality round full cut white diamonds add breat...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold
17-1/3 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz and Diamond Sterling Silver Bracelet
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
This elegant sterling silver bracelet features 72 Swiss blue topaz accented by 6 pieces of single-cut round white diamonds prong and bezel set in sterling silver spaced repeatedly. D...
1/2 ct. Oval Aquamarine and Diamond Accent 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Oval Aquamarine and Round White Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this necklace boasts a stunni...
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
1-3/4 ct. Aquamarine and Diamond Accent 14K Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our Aquamarine and White Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 14K Rose Gold. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this necklace boasts a stunning combi...
Aquamarine, Rose Gold
3/4 ct. 14K Rose Gold Pear Aquamarine with Diamond Accent Drop Pendant Necklace
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the elegance of our 14K Rose Gold Pear Aquamarine with Diamond Accented Drop Pendant. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this pendant boasts a stunning combinati...
Aquamarine, Rose Gold
Unavailable
W 0.45 in D 0.22 in L 1.47 in
1.28 Carat Pear Emerald 3.76 Carats Total Emerald 14K White Gold Drop Earrings
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
The 7 x 5 mm pear-shaped emeralds sit in between a row of diamonds forming an elongated chevron shape. Diamond total weight is 0.36 carat. 14Karat White Gold.
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.73 Carat Round Pink Tourmaline Ruby 14Karat White Gold Cocktail Flower Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
Rubies total 3.15 carats and diamonds are G-I color. This cocktail ring is a size 7.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.61 Carat Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Blue Topaz 14Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
This ring is from the Affinity Designs LLC "Madison Collection" and is accompanied by an Independent Gemological Laboratories (IGL) Report.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.24 Carat Oval Purple Sapphire Blue Sapphire 14Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
This cocktail ring is size 7. Diamonds of G-I color have a total weight of 0.62 carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.73 Carat Emerald Cut Ceylon Sapphire 14Karat White Gold Octagon Cocktail Ring
By Affinity Designs LLC
Located in New York, NY
A total of 0.09 carat of diamonds accent this piece. This ring has an overall octagon-shaped silhouette and is a size 7.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Lilly Hastedt Diamond Mini Insect Stud Earrings
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
Lilly’s passion for colour and texture come form her upbringing in Guatemala, she has particular affinity and expertise in pearls, diamonds and coloured gemstones.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Lilly Hastedt Diamond Camilla Eternity Ring Platinum
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
Lilly’s passion for colour and texture come form her upbringing in Guatemala, she has particular affinity and expertise in pearls, diamonds and coloured gemstones.
Diamond, Platinum
Lilly Hastedt Gold Diamond Curvy Bon Bon Ring
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
Lilly’s passion for colour and texture come form her upbringing in Guatemala, she has particular affinity and expertise in pearls, diamonds and coloured gemstones.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Lilly Hastedt South Sea Pearl Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
Lilly’s passion for colour and texture come form her upbringing in Guatemala, she has particular affinity and expertise in pearls, diamonds and coloured gemstones.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Lilly Hastedt Diamond and South Sea Pearl Insect Bracelet
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
Lilly’s passion for colour and texture come form her upbringing in Guatemala, she has particular affinity and expertise in pearls, diamonds and coloured gemstones.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Turquoise Pendant 18k
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. Perfect for layering or brilliant on its own, this bright blue 17.60mm turquoise bauble set with 18k yellow gold is fun, fashionable, mystical … Beautif...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Platinum 4.05 cts Diamond Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston platinum RBC diamond engagement ring with GIA certificate center diamond 4.05 cts E color SI1, with 2 heart shape diamond approx 1.50 cts Marked HW PT 950 4.05 ring siz...
Diamond, Platinum
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 sculptural lithograph is part of the inimitable artist’s “Ruckus” series, now on view at the Brooklyn Museum.
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