Legendary Spanish jewelry house Carrera y Carrera is based in Madrid but its sculptural and wholly distinctive pieces are known all over the world. Devotees of the company’s luxurious rings, necklaces, bracelets and other adornments have included royalty and a range of high-profile pop culture figures, and its artisans’ expertise in jewelry design spans a history of more than 130 years.
The origins of Carrera y Carrera can be traced to a small shop in 1885 founded by Madrid native Saturio Carrera. A student of lapidary — the practice of carving and shaping stones and minerals — Saturio established a modest jewelry business, and later, his son, José, who studied jewelry design in Paris, took up the family business and opened a new shop near the old center of Spain’s capital city. José passed the firm onto his nephews, and Carrera y Carrera garnered international acclaim when the Spanish royal family awarded them their first royal commission in 1960 to craft a bridal tiara to be presented to Doña Fabiola de Mora y Aragón on her wedding day. This tiara — the house’s most prestigious piece to date — raised Carrera y Carrera’s profile significantly.
During the 1970s, the luxury house first presented their designs at the epicenter of international jewelry, Baselworld. Carrera y Carrera became a household name for Americans of means thanks to a distribution partnership that landed its offerings in the Cellini boutique at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria. Celebrities such as Sofía Vergara, Jennifer Lopez and Madonna have all worn custom Carrera y Carrera jewels on the red carpet, and the brand’s work has been exhibited at the Armoury Chamber in the Kremlin. Each of the brand’s unique designs for watches and other jewelry — which frequently draw on animal forms, mythology and art — are still made by hand, just as its founder intended.
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Carrera y Carrera 18K Yellow Gold Elephant Necklace CA19-061926
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
Intricate metalwork makes this Carrera Y Carrera necklace bold and incredibly impressive. At the center, elephant imagery adds additional style and sophistication to the overall desi...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Carrera y Carrera 18K Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting vintage 18K Yellow Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace From a well-distinguished legendary Spanish Jewelry Mason Carrera y Carrera world renowned for their expertise in ...
18k Gold
Carrera y Carrera Horse Diamond Necklace 18k Gold Leather Chain Jewelry 2000s
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pre-owned Carrera y Carrera Horse necklace crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 2000s). Diamond totals an estimated 0.01 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI1 clarity). ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Panther Necklace with 2.88 Carat Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panther Diamond 3 Row Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Cartier Maillon Panthère diamond necklace is a striking masterpiece, featuring interlocking links adorned with brilliant diamonds. This necklace features 3 rows with approximate...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Rubies Ram Knotted Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. In the style of Greek designer Zolotas, this necklace features a thick palm-tree chain that closes with a hook that attaches to a ring. The chain is knotted at the front and ends asymmetrically with 2 motifs representing chiseled rams' heads. The eyes are small rubies and the nose and top of the head are adorned with a line of modern brilliant-cut diamonds. Length : 23 cm approximately, height of longest pendant : 7.5 cm approximately, chain width : 4 mm approximately. Height of ram head : 2.3 cm approximately, width : 19.5 mm approximately, thickness : 13 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 74,3 g approximately. Second- hand gold necklace - Very good condition - Very little worn - Fully checked, cleaned and repolished - Sold with certificate. Our opinion : This gold ram necklace...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Angela Cummings Bold 18k Gold Diamond Braided Collar Necklace
By Angela Cummings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A bold, dramatic and fanciful 18k gold vintage collar necklace signed by noted designer Angela Cummings. Intriguing graduated concentric circles of twisted gold tipped with sparkling...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera Diamond 18k yellow Gold Moon Child Pendant Chain Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite Moon & Child-inspired piece from Carrera & Carrery in Spain. This adorable pendant is crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold. The moon is accented with (4) Round cut, genuin...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18k Yellow Gold Nude Woman With Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
This Carrera y Carrera necklace is an exceptionally sculptural and highly collectible designer piece, depicting a finely detailed nude woman ascending and intertwining with the chain...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera 18K Yellow Gold Cherub Pendant Necklace, Circa 2005
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A fanciful 18K yellow gold necklace and pendant, featuring two cherubs taking flight. In between the putti is a connecting link set with five round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0....
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Spray Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A dazzling statement of vintage glamour, this 18K yellow gold necklace evokes the elegance of mid-century design with a bold, sculptural silhouette. Known as a “spray” motif for its ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Interlaced Flat Mesh Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This pre-owned gold necklace features flat intertwined links that fall to the front. The clasp is a lobster clasp. Length : 46....
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
25 Carat Natural Oval Colombian Emerald Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Exclusive Colombian Emerald Choker NecklaceCrafted in rich 18-karat yellow gold, this exceptional 18-inch choker necklace features 25.00 carats of fine Colombian emeralds.The piece s...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2000s 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Cable and Horseshoe Link Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 2000's 18K Two Tone Gold Cable and Horseshoe Link Necklace - The necklace is Italian made with 18k yellow gold cable links that measure...
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1990s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Italian Wide Panther Link Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1990's 14K Yellow Gold Italian Wide Panther Link Necklace - The Italian made necklace is 12.6mm wide and 16 inches long and features a hi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Parentesi Necklace Choker The necklace is 18k Yellow Gold The necklace is 3/8 inches wide. The necklace weighs 137 grams The necklace is 15 inches length Comes with original ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Phanther Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional Carrera y Carrera choker necklace is masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a series of intricately detailed panther links—each showcasing a mix of high-p...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Panther Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The panther design necklace by Carrera Y Carrera in 18k yellow gold featuring diamonds. Measuring 18 inches in length with thirty-three panthers in a continuous pattern surrounding ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera and Carrera Signed Elephant Motif 18K Gold Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Kingston, NY
Carrera y Carrera Signed Elephant motif18k Necklace. Dimensions: Inner circum. 16". Weight 78.7 grams. Condition: Very Good. Metal: 18K Gold Markings: 750, CC
18k Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Necklace in Original Hand Motif
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This pearl necklac...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst and Diamond Frog Necklace by Carrera y Carrera
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New Orleans, LA
This enchanting necklace features 17 dainty frogs cast in satin-finished 18K yellow gold, with alternating accents of diamonds and amethysts. Designed by historic Spanish jewelers Ca...
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
A statement piece that will add a fashionable touch to any ensemble of yours, this extraordinary Carrera y Carrera necklace boasts an incred...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Yellow Gold Panther Collar Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
Exude daring drama in this ferocious feline necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold. It features series of wild-inspired interconnecting leaping links that make for an indigenous additio...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Yellow Gold Frog Choker Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
The nature-inspired necklace is enlivened by series of frog-shaped chain links that embolden this artful piece of jewelry crafted in 18K yellow gold by Carrera y Carrera. Instantly elevate your look with this exotic necklace...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Carrera y Carrera Ecuestre Diamond and Gold Dangling Horses Choker Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
This Carrera y Carrera's Ecuestre collection necklace perfectly resonates with plunging necklines. Crafted from 18K yellow gold and accented with 0.98 carats of diamonds, it brings y...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Yellow Gold Dolphin Collar Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
Polish your look with this gleaming round link chain necklace crafted in a luxe 18K gold by Carrera y Carrera. A series of exotic dolphin charms take center stage on this polished ye...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Ecuestre Sapphire and Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
Characterized by leaping horse links and accented with cabochon sapphires, this 18K yellow gold necklace by Carrera y Carrera thrills your future fashion maven with an abundance of g...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Sapphire Diamond Gold Collar Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
Creating an irresistible aura of vintage luxurious beauty through its graceful shape, delicate ornaments and prestigious combination of 18K yellow gold, 0.75ct of diamonds and majest...
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold