Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian era Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Drop Earrings 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 A stunning pair of authentic Edwardian-era diamond earrings, crafted in rich 18ct gold and platinum—an iconic co...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct and Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond & Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 An exquisite Edwardian era ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold and platinum, dating to the early 20th century. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
$600Sale Price|20% Off
New 2.18 Carat Blue Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Silver Drop Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just beautiful and unique. There is a cushion cut blue sapphire at the top of the earrings measuring 6 x 6 mm and then a beautiful split drop section full of pave...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k ...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Drop CC Coin Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage p...
Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Silver Dove Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "hemidrachm" coin from the ancient Greek region of Sikyon was struck between 360-330 BC. The flying dove symbolized peace, spirit and renewal to the Greeks, and p...
18k Gold
Ruby Ombre Gold Station Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
Burmese ruby, graduated from deep crimson through pink to pale rose. 18K gold beads spaced through the strand mark the shifts in color. The ombré is the structure; the gold punctuate...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$1,871Sale Price|25% Off
14KYl Gold Door Knocker Clip-On Earrings with Turquoise & Diamond 66.46ct
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Make a vibrant statement with these spectacular 14K yellow gold turquoise and diamond clip-on earrings, expertly designed to showcase the timeless beauty of natural turquoise in a bo...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 0.55ct Squared Ruby & 0.03ct Diamond Band Ring, Size 6.5
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A sleek contemporary band crafted in 18k white gold, set with 0.55ct of square‑cut rubies and 0.03ct of round brilliant diamonds. The alternating pattern creates a clean, architectur...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$975Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 18k White Gold & .5 Carat Diamond Openwork Pendant Necklace 18 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a just a beautiful necklace. One you can wear for any occasion or every day. It is pre-owned but just like new. It's been very well-cared for. The pendant has a multitu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,850Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 1.48ct Oval Electric Blue Sapphire & 0.88ct Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A vivid 1.48ct oval electric‑blue sapphire commands the center of this sculptural ballerina‑style ring, its saturated hue glowing with that unmistakable neon‑blue intensity associate...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with ruby, old European and brilliant cut diamonds up o 0.86ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with a central Old European cut diamond up to 0.84ct – I/J – Pique1 – and ruby up to 1.00ct and on the shank a brilliant cut diamond up to 0.02ct – F/G – VS...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 68.26 carat Kunzite, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and special, modern style, Kunzite & Multi Sapphires Chandelier Earrings set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Kunzites is 68.26 carats. ...
Diamond, Kunzite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
FLORA Petal Earrings, Aquamarine, Diamonds, Pink Sapphire and 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Petal Earrings Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, Diamonds, 14k Gold 10mm huggie 14k gold earrings with carved flora motif aquamarine “petals” (approx 17x12mm). One side has stunnin...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 14ct Yellow Gold, Marquise Cut Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 14ct Yellow Gold Stamped Hallmarked London Makers Mark H & T LTD Circa 1990s Make a statement with this exquisite 1990s engagement ring, featuring a ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold 1.70 Carat Sapphire 0.90 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage cluster ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1980. The piece features: - 1 sapphire, cushion cut, 1.70ct, B 5/2, SI2 - 12 diamonds, round brilliant cut, TW 0.90ct, EW-...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Classic Diamond 15.05 Cts Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerp, BE
This striking tennis bracelet showcases a heavy, continuous line of large round brilliant-cut diamonds designed for maximum brilliance and light reflection. Beautifully crafted in 14...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Platinum, Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Ring, Vintage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany and Co. Schlumberger ring crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold, vintage and gently worn. .48 carats of natural diamonds are set in the "X' motif that adorns the center of ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Oversized Gold Quilted Maltese CC Chain Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain length 32" long Comes with box IMPORTANT INFO...
Gold
Ring with Pearls and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver ring set with pearls and rose-cut diamonds up to 0.15ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 4.25 - EU. 15 (47) detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.1 cm wide ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Running Hound Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting, authentic, silver "denarius" coin hand struck in Republican Rome in 74 BC under the moneyer (minting authority) C Postumius, displays a hound running right with a spe...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Earrings with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 18k gold 3.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold earrings set with brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.80 ct - F/G - VS/SI Detailed description: The top of the earrings is 3.1 cm long and 2.1 mm wide. Weight: 3.1 gram...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow & White Gold 2.1 Carat Tourmaline & .55 Carat Diamond Ring- Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous and unique ring this is. The ring is looks to be handmade but I am not certain of that. I have never seen a ring like it. It does remind me of Robert Trisko...
Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
French Antique Victorian earrings - 19th century rose cut Diamond Dormeuse
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale are these antique Napoleon III earrings. These 18 karat yellow gold dormeuse earrings (also called sleepers) are decorated with fleur de lis shaped ornaments, little rose cu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$562Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Ruby Stud Earrings, 0.75 ct Burma Rubies
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Timeless elegance meets exceptional craftsmanship in these handcrafted 14K yellow gold Burmese ruby stud earrings. Featuring two perfectly matched natural Burma-mined rubies with a c...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Stars Earrings natural 0.44 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold / 4.3 gr
Located in SE
A pair of vintage Star Huggies in solid 14K Gold with lining in 14K White Gold holding total of eighteen natural brilliant cut Diamonds. Made in Soviet Union, ca.1980s .Hallmarked 58...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Black Enamel Heart Ring Emerald Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Emerald Heart Ring Angel Wings Black Enamel Gold Plated Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN — Memento Mori Series The Emerald Angel Heart Ring is a symbolic sculptural piece by J DAU...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Brilliant Cut Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1980s Introducing a stunning and timeless engagement ring, expertly crafted from luxurious solid 18ct yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bijoux Num Double Halo Round Amazonite Dangle Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These beautiful pair of earrings feature sets of round blue-green amazonite, adorned with round simulated diamond cz, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. Straigh...
Amazonite, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Estate Chinese Carved Green Jade Leaf Form Fu Symbol 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Estate Chinese carved green jade leaf form 14K yellow gold Fu / Good Fortune symbol pendant 20th Century Beautiful double sided carved green jade and 14K yellow gold leaf form and F...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1940s Single Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1940s Step back in time with this exquisite 1940s engagement ring, a stunning embodiment of vintage elegance. Crafted...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
17" Turquoise Bead Necklace, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Milford, DE
A regal necklace! Genuine turquoise beads hang on a teal knotted string necklace, accented with a luxurious 18K yellow gold clasp. Bead diameter approx 10mm Hallmarks: 18K
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Large Hammered Dome Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Orlando, FL
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Dome Clip Earrings David Webb's hammered gold work is among the most recognizable in American jewelry, and these earrings are a confident express...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, Brilliant Cut Diamond Single Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1990s Timeless elegance meets modern simplicity in this beautiful diamond engagement ring. Crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold, this ri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$788Sale Price|20% Off
FLORA Pendant, Opalite with Sky Blue Topaz & 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Pendant Opalite, Sky Blue Topaz and 14k Gold Carved opalite flower (30mm diameter) with center 10x8mm oval sky blue topaz bezeled in 14k gold and a custom gold bail with a bl...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
Tiny Turquoise Tube Gold Bead Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
A whisper of color, captured in gold. Tibetan turquoise, cut into tiny tubes that sit flush against the skin. The 18K gold beads appear just often enough to catch light. Turquoise t...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver Gold Vermeil Peridot & Black Spinel Ring, Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, unique ring is sterling silver with gold vermeil accenting. It features a pear cut, 4x6mm peridot, a round cut 2mm black spinel and a wavy line of tiny round spinels....
Peridot, Black Spinel, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique Ring 0.65ct Sapphire 0.2 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø3.75 US/ 2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire and Diamonds Ring,hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Band and part of openwork crown in solid 18 ct Yellow Gold with face and clusters in Platinum. Likely German, h...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Egyptian Scarab Ring solid 18K Gold Ø 6.25 US / 2.4 gr
Located in SE
A Ring decorated with Egyptian Scarab Beetle accented with lotus leaves on the shoulders in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Set of Egyptian hallmarks ca. 1960s -1970s , hallmarked 18K in Ar...
18k Gold
$800Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 14 Kt Gold Diamonds Emeralds Black Onyx Pyramid Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Black Onyx Pyramid measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow gold mounting,including full cut diamonds and 2 small Emer...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Ring Ruby solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø 7.5US / 3.1 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Retro Ring for every day with carved shoulders decorated with oval cut and polished lab made rosy Red Ruby 10 mm x 7.5 mm x 4.5 mm deep / circa 3 ct . Swedish hallmarks, 1...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Necklace Black Enamel Diamond Pearl Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Necklace Diamond Pearl Black Enamel Puffed Heart Pendant Gold Plated Victorian Chain J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Heart Necklace centers on a puffed heart in 14k gold pl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, B...
Vintage gold rhinestone frog designer runway brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of ...
Gold
Set in 18K white gold, 1.14 carat, Paraiba Tourmaline & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Paraiba Tourmaline "Butterfly" Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Paraiba Tourmaline is 1.14 car...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ladies Omega 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Watch with Florentine Finish Bezel
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elegant expression of timeless Swiss craftsmanship, this vintage ladies' Omega wristwatch is expertly crafted in solid 14-karat yellow gold. The sophisticated design features a di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model Four Diamonds 18K White Gold 17CM
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model With 4 Diamonds The bracelet is 18K White Gold There are about 0.42 Carats in Diamonds F VS The bracelet is a size 17 cm The bracelet weig...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 5.0Ct Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Earrings in 14 Karat Solid Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These exquisite 14K Yellow Solid Gold Earrings feature carefully set Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamonds, creating a perfect blend of luxury and style. Crafted from high-quality 1...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond Cluster Flower Ring Silver/14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa early 1900's. This ring is dainty but packs a punch with a mix of sparkly old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. Beautiful piece that is low profile and very wearable. One of the ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Fish Dangle Earrings Ruby solid 18K Gold / 3.3 gr.
Located in SE
A pair of vintage Fish pendants dangles in solid 18K Yellow Gold with flexible bodies. Made of moving sections/parts including head and tail, all...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$519Sale Price / item|44% Off
Flower design Amethyst Earrings Studs with Colorless Topaz, silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Floral Amethyst Earrings in Gold with Enamel Flowers and Sparkling Stones. Floral Amethyst Cocktail Earrings Silver, gold. Elegant Floral Amethyst Earrings. These earrings feature a...
Amethyst, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
2.21 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.21 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Primary Stones: Natural Pear Cut Ruby Accent Stones: Natura Round Cut Diamonds Total ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Carved Mother Of Pearl Drops Ruby Cab Emerald Cab Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Engraved pear shape Mother of Pearls measuring 15x72 mm with small round emerald cabochon suspended from a top Ruby Cabochon set in a solid 14k yellow gold bezel. In 1978 our work...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.20 Carat Natural Oval Cut Burmese Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.20 Carat Natural Oval Cut Burmese Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Primary Stones: Natural Ruby Accent Stones: Natural Diamonds Total Carat We...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Turquoise & Pearl Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise & Pearl Brooch 15ct Gold Circa 1910 A beautifully preserved Edwardian bar brooch crafted in warm 15ct yellow gold, featuring a delicate floral motif set wit...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
18k Vintage Diamond Necklace Natural Diamonds Solid Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Diamond Necklace Pre-Owned in Great Condition Bold and Makes a Statement appearance. 18k Solid Yellow Gold approx 19.1 grams + The Chain is 14k 6.2 grams (total all together ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Logo Chain Link Charm Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: length of chain 8.5 inches Comes with box IMPORTANT...
Gold
1912 Alliance Ring natural 0.32ctw Ruby Pearl solid 18K Gold Ø US 7 / 1.9 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with four claw set natural Rubies of old Diamond cut and a half -pearl in the middle. Swedish customs hallmarks, 18K, Year c...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, 22.46 carat Aquamarine, Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Aquamarine & Emerald "Kissing" Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Aquamarine is 22.46 carats. Th...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,170Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage 8ct Ruby, Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Ruby & Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Oval Shape Ruby 8.00 Carat Natural Emeralds 2.00 Carats Natural Single Cut Diamonds 1...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bijoux Num Triple Oval Green Agate Stud Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval cabochon-cut green agate adorned with round simulated diamonds, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The gree...
Agate, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Gold Black Onyx and Pink Opal Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and elegant Art Deco Style ring composed of a flat oval ring in solid 14 Kt yellow gold with 3 round black onyx beads with small faceted rubies set on one side and 3 pink op...
Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, 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.