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Period: 20th Century
Metal: Gold
Vintage 14s Karat Yellow Thin Foil Gold Door Knocker 1.25 Inch Long Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These Fourteen Karat Yellow Thin Foil Gold Puffed Doorknocker Earrings are a stunning addition to any jewelry collection. With a length of 1.25 inches long by 0.90 inch wide, they st...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Engraved Carnelian 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This signet ring holds a glossy carnelian stone engraved with. prancing Lion surrounded by 9 carat yellow gold. Fully Hallmarked Birmingham 1954. Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2 Stone Dimensi...
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1950s British Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Triple Tone 18 Karat Gold Ring Marked Cartier 750 Serial 294628
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Cartier Vintage Triple Tone Gold Ring. Crafted from luxurious 18 karat yellow, white, and black gold, this timeless piece showcase...
Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati Citrine Two Tone Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati Large Citrine Two Tone Gold Bangle Bracelet 1 large oval cut citrine set in 18 karat white and yellow gold satin finish. Citrine We...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Pearl Necklace 18.5" #14735
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Pearl Necklace Gorgeous 18K white gold Tiffany necklace with 58 beautiful pearls! Pearls approximately 7.2...
Category

20th Century Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Three Row Woven Net Motif Bracelet 41.2 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Three row woven net mesh bracelet weighing 41.2 grams in 18 karat yellow gold.
Category

1990s Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 1970s 18k and Silver Garnet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier 18k Yellow Gold and .925 Sterling Silver Ring, Set with a Fine Color Rectangle step cut Garnet approximately 1.50 Carat, finger size 7. Comes in a Cartier present...
Category

1970s American Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Silver

24.81 Carat Cushion Cab Lapis With Diamond accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 18.0 mm Cushion-Cab (1 pcs) 24.81 carat Lapis and Round-cut ...
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15223 Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Reference Number : 15223 Features : Screwdown Crown - Date Indicator - Champagne Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Au...
Category

1990s Swiss Gold Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 11.3 grams. Total weight is diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Please contact for any question.
Category

1990s European Retro Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

H. Stern 1950s Gold and Green Tourmaline Rivière Style Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century 1950s gold and tourmaline rivière style necklace comprised of oval-cut green tourmalines with ribbed link spacers, completed by a tongue and box closure with a safety m...
Category

1950s American Late Victorian Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Bamboo Motif Bypass Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This tailored, bamboo motif, 14K yellow bypass bangle bracelet is a beautiful example of this genre. At the front, in the center, the bracelet m...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Tiffany & Co. Rectangle Made In Italy 18k Yellow Gold Bold Statement Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Bold Statement Rectangle Ring A beautifully made yellow gold ring with large rectangle top. This piece is a rare bold statement ring by Tiffany & ...
Category

20th Century Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Blocky Alternating Bar and Link Vintage Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
This bold, 1980's bar and link bracelet is made of 18k gold and is sure to make you stand out from the crowd. The large brick-like links are hard to miss and are tied together by equ...
Category

20th Century Modernist Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring. Featuring one cushion brilliant cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.65 carat. Accented by seven old European and one ...
Category

Early 1900s Antique Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

2.68 Carat Oval Cab Ethiopian Opal with Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 10-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace Earring. This Earring is made up of 9x7 mm Oval - Cab (2pcs) 2.68 carat Ethiopian Opal and Round-cut White Diamond (64 Pcs) 0.36 Carat. This Earring is weight 3.76 grams. This delicate Earring...
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Emerald Vivid Green Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring 51
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Green Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Stunning yellow gold Cartier ring set with a fine vivid green emerald. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier only us...
Category

1990s French Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Gemstone Cocktail Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
This David Webb Cluster Ring is a stunning example of the designer's impeccable style and craftsmanship. Crafted in 18K yellow gold and dating back to the 1950s, this ring features a...
Category

20th Century American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Accented 14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fluid elegance with timeless style achieved through intricate links of bright 14k fourteen karat yellow gold each adorned with bezel set petite round white pearls placed within the c...
Category

1950s American Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Interlocking Chain Link 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Finely crafted circa 1950's, this eight inch bracelet made of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold is constructed of uniquely intertwined textured center chain links accented by a border o...
Category

1950s American Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 karat Yellow Gold Ingots Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Cartier 18-karat Yellow Gold Ingots Necklace is a stunning piece of jewelry created by the prestigious French luxury brand, Cartier. The neck...
Category

20th Century French Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pomellato Three Cabochon Peridot Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pomellato Three Cabochon Peridot Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Dome Ring Face of ring showcases three cabochon-cut Peridot with one section of pavé set diamonds. 0.50 carat G color, VS c...
Category

20th Century Italian Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.35 Carat Diamond Synthetic Emerald Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930’s style Art Deco pendant necklace. The center piece of this necklace is the engraved, pierced and filigree 14k white gold pendant which is set with 9 round European cut diamonds and accented by 2 green synthetic French cut emeralds. 7 tassels dangle below the pendant adding to the elegance of the piece. The 18 inch cable chain gathers about an inch above the pendant. This necklace features a unique synthesis of a synthetic emerald gemstone and a shimmering diamonds, creating a beautiful contrast, indictive of the era. 9 round diamonds approx. total weight .35cts 2 French cut synthetic emeralds...
Category

Early 20th Century Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Henry Dunay Faceted Geometric Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Henry Dunay's faceted collection may be the all time most popular. This double fan shaped design fits perfectly. Chic and flattering. 1 1/8 inches in length.
Category

Early 20th Century American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 15.2 grams. Totally is diamond 3.50 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1980s European Retro Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Brushed Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bangle bracelet in 18 carat satin white gold. This delightful white gold bangle bracelet is oval and rounded in form. Created in brushed white gold it is engraved and set with 5 bril...
Category

20th Century Italian Renaissance Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Cartier France 18K Gold Diamond Rose Flowering Brooch and Earrings Set
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An 18 karat gold and diamond rose flowering brooch and matching earrings created by Cartier of France. The set has a Florentine finish to the petals with 15 full cut diamonds in the ...
Category

1960s French Modernist Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Young Lion Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and regal elegance, behold the Van Cleef & Arpels Lion 14K Brooch Pin. Exclusively curated for those with a discerni...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Salmon Coral Bead Double Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant vintage salmon coral bead necklace. Features two strands of coral beads, fastened with a luxurious 14K yellow gold clasp, with a ...
Category

20th Century American Retro Gold Jewelry

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Blue Aquamarine Sugarstack Loaf 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Blue Aquamarine Sugar Stack 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A beautiful and rare sugarloaf blue aquamarine ring f...
Category

20th Century Gold Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Charm Bracelet with Rope Edge
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Charm Bracelet with Rope Edge - The bracelet measure 7.75 inches long and 7/8 inch wide and features a hidden clasp with a figure 8 safety. T...
Category

1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

David Webb Platinum &18k Gold Black Striped Tiger with Emerald Ruby Pearl Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a tiger, the body decorated with textured gold fur, enhanced with black enamel stripes, with circular-cut diamonds, emerald eyes, cabochon ruby atop of the head. Tiger is...
Category

20th Century American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.20 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire about 0.35 carat. Ring s...
Category

Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Hermes 'Chain d'Ancre' Vintage Gold Link Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Circle yourself in precious gold with this iconic Hermes Paris vintage medium size 'chain d'ancre' 17" toggle link necklace. Signed Hermes. Circa 1980. 18 karat polished yellow gold.
Category

1980s French Modernist Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Passo Doppio Tri-tone 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted with finesse and sophistication, the Bvlgari Passo Doppio Tri-tone 18k Gold Earrings are a testament to timeless elegance. Designed as clip-on earrings, they offer both comfo...
Category

1980s Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of French 18k Gold and Turquoise Foliate Rings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Amiel, Paris, France. This pair of French rings is set with bright turquoise and features wonderful hand-tooled decorations. Vintage chic at its fifties best, th...
Category

1950s French Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Simple Diamond Crossover Band, 14k Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable Diamond
Located in McLeansville, NC
This gorgeous 14K yellow gold diamond crossover band is a beautiful and delicate addition to any jewelry collection. Featuring 0.03 carats of diamonds in a unique crossover design, t...
Category

1990s Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Carat Gold Decorative Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The engraving on this 18ct yellow band is beautiful. This band would make a gorgeous fancy wedding band or a beautiful every day wear ring. Fully ha...
Category

1970s British Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Cummings Positive & Negative Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare and iconic Positive & Negative pieces created back in the 1974 in New York city at the Tiffany & Co. Atelier. This earrings was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, with h...
Category

20th Century American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Lapis Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 14k. This gorgeous Deco signet ring features ornate gold work set with a fine blue lapis lazuli. The crisp clean lines of the stone visually pop against the superb 18k ...
Category

1920s Art Deco Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s Krementz Engraved Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Krementz 14k rose gold engraved bangle bracelet. circa 1911 14k rose gold Tested and stamped: 14k Hallmark: N.K.B. 1911 14.5 grams Inside dimensio...
Category

1910s Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Parentesi Diamond Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An iconic vintage Bulgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold cuff bracelet is composed of sculpted geometric links set with colorless round diamonds for a total weight of 5 carats total, grad...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Signature X-Diamond Yellow Gold Medium Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This classic bracelet from Tiffany's elegant Signature X collection features iconic X-shaped links, set with 20 brilliant-cut round F-G VVS2-VS1 diamonds of an estimated 1.70 carats....
Category

1990s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Sailor Clasp Rolo Chain Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful 14 karat gold vintage belcher rolo chain necklace. Each round link has a perfect polish and each link is woven together into this gorgeo...
Category

Late 20th Century European Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold Vintage Three Strand Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model- Three Strand Necklace Product Type- Necklace Age- Circa 1992 Material(s)- 18ct Yellow Gold Gemstone- Diamond Gemstone Quantity- 150 Gemstone Colour- est ...
Category

1990s Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Ruby Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Gold Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Ster...

Diamond 2-Tone Gold XOX Tennis Bracelet Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Stylish XO Diamond 2-tone yellow and white 14K Gold Tennis Bracelet. Featuring "X" and open links for an updated take on a Classic style. Approx. 7". Box Clasp and Safe...
Category

20th Century Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Sapphire Diamond Ring 18K Gold Vintage Cocktail Statement
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous one of a kind vintage ring is crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold. The textured highly detailed bucket setting holds four natural Diamonds, Ruby, and Sapphires. Three diam...
Category

20th Century Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.14 Carat Pear-Cut Aquamarine Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 14-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace Earring. This Earring is made up of Pear-cut (2 pcs) 1.14 carat Aquamarine and Roun...
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Gold Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oscar Heyman AGL Certified Tradition Colombian Emerald Diamond Earring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Designer Oscar Heyman Colombian Emerald AGL Certified Minor Traditional Emerald cut emerald Diamond Earrings ,Estate In person ea...
Category

20th Century Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage David Webb Diamond and Enamel Dooknocker Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine example of classic David Webb jewelry, these green enamel, diamond-set, 18k gold and platinum doorknocker earrings exemplify the 1980's. Se...
Category

1980s American Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k Y Gold 9.5 mm Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k Y Gold 9.5 mm Certified $47,500 311590 Estate Mikimoto 44 Pearls LARGE 9.5 mm 17.5 Inches 18 KT Yellow Gold Clasp This Authentic Mik...
Category

1990s Japanese Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Boucheron Serpent Boheme Diamond Necklace & Bracelet in 18k Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Splendid Boucheron Serpent Boheme necklace and bracelet combination crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and featuring approximately 9 car...
Category

Late 20th Century French Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego 18kt. Yellow Gold Ladies Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Marco Bicego 18kt yellow gold ladies' Necklace. Made in 1990s, Italy Fully hallmarked Marco Bicego 18kt gold. Dimensions - Necklace Length x Width: 41.5 x 0.7 cm Weight: 21 grams D...
Category

1990s Italian Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

1981 Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18038 Diamond Dial Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Mens Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 6.75 inches Weight: 131.70 Grams 18K yellow gold diamond ROLEX Swiss made watch with original box and is equipped with a...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vendome GM Paris Dial
Located in Heerlen, NL
The Cartier Vendome was introduced in the 1970s. In 1973, 12 models were commercialized within the new Louis Cartier collection (Ceinture, Square, Ellipse, Santos, Baignoire, Vendôme...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow 20 Motif Gold Alhambra Vintage Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra collection is one of the most coveted fine jewelry collections in the world. Each piece from the collection embodies the spirit of timelessness and go...
Category

20th Century French Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique and Vintage Gold Jewelry for Sale on 1stDibs — Shop Gold Necklaces, Gold Watches and Other Accessories

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.

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