Double Halo Diamond Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings 0.32 Carats 12-13 MM 18 KT
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold drop earrings featuring a double halo design surrounded by 4 round brilliants weighing a total of 0.32 carats and two Freshwater Pearls 12-13 MM.
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl & Tahitian Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet 1.03 CTTW 12-13MM 18KT
Located in New York, NY
Diamond count: 42 Diamond Weight: 1.03 Cts. Pearl: South Sea And Tahitian pearl Pearl size: 12-13 mm
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Sapphire Ombree South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 2.24 CTS 13-14 MM 18KT White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold drop earrings featuring an ombree motif of white to blue sapphires and two white South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 mm. 6 White Sapphires weighing 0.58 carats and 1...
Pearl, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Dangle South Sea Pearl Earrings 0.75 Carats 18KT White Gold 13-14 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold drop dangle earrings featuring 14 round brilliants weighing 0.75 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 MM.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Conchéa】Conch Pearl & Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant — 1.87ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Suspended below is a magnificent 13mm South Sea pearl, near-round and virtually flawless, glowing with Aurora luster.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
$3,235Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond Petal Floral South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 0.98 Carat 13-14 MM 18KT
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White gold petal floral drop earrings featuring two Tahitian pearls measuring 13-14 mm with 96 round brilliants weighing 0.98 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
15 to 13 mm AAA+ South Sea Pearl Necklace Light Champagne Finest Luster round
Located in Viena, Viena
impressive size, a magnificent natural champagne south sea cultured pearl necklace consisting of 31 pearls, 15.1 x 13 mm, light golden tone with overtones in soft green, pink and sil...
South Sea Pearl, Stainless Steel
Pink Freshwater Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.61 Carats 18KT Rose Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold drop earrings featuring two pink Freshwater pearls measuring 12-13 mm and 38 round brilliants 0.61 carats.
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Rose Gold
$6,336Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond Illusion South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 1.50 Carats 18KT Gold 13-14 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Pearls measure 13-14 MM
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
BUNDA 13mm Tahitian Pearl Ring with 0.28ct Diamonds in 18k yellow gold
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Lyra' Cultured Tahitian Pearl Ring in 18ct yellow gold. The ring is set with a Tahitian pearl, round in shape, aubergine with silver hues in colour, of clear skin and excell...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
South Sea Pearl Sapphire Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring 12-13 MM 0.94 CTTW 18KT
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional ring features: 18K White gold Sapphire weight: 0.48 Carats Diamonds Weight:: 0.46 Carats South Sea Pearl; 12-13 mm Ring size: 6.25
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Day & Night South Sea Pearl Sapphire Hoop Earrings 2.80 Carats 12-13 MM 18KT
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Sapphire Hoop Earrings 2.80 Carats Total Sapphire Weight South Sea Pearl 12-13mm
South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
BUNDA 12-13mm Tahitian and Australian South Sea Pearl and Diamonds earrings
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A pair of BUNDA Cultured Tahitian and Australian South Sea pearl earrings, with round and oval-shaped pearls of clean skin and excellent lustre; gold, white and peacock green in colo...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Drop Bar Earrings 0.63 Carat 18 Karat White Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Color G-H Clarity SI Available in Rose Gold Measurements: South Sea Pearl: 12-13 MM Diamond Bar: 42MM Earring: 57.8 MM Pearls can be changed to Tahitian, Pink or Golden Pearls upon ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.60 Carats 12-13 MM 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
White Gold 18k Pearl Size: 12-13mm Nature: South Sea Cultured Pearl Pearl Quality: AAA Nacre: Very Thick Earring Style: Omega Clip Diamond Count: 6 Diamond Weight: 0.60 cts.
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 0.38 Carat 13-14 MM 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl earrings featuring two pear shape diamonds weighing 0.38 carats, in 18k white gold. South Sea Pearl: 13-14mm Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$2,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.61 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold drop earrings featuring 38 round brilliants weighing 0.61 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM. Color G-H Clarity SI Earrings available in differen...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baroque 13mm South Sea Pearl in 18K Gold Fob Pendant with Rhodolite Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This lustrous white South Sea baroque pearl is set in a Byzantine-flavored, satiny 18 karat yellow gold two-part pedant handmade in our shop by Eytan Brandes. The pearl has a gr...
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gol...
Classic 18k Gold 13mm Large Pearls w/ 0.40ctw Diamond Button Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Posts can be added upon request.) Width: 13mm (0.51 in)(at the pearl) Height: 17.2mm (0.67 in) Thickness: 13.6mm projection off the ear (at the pearl) Condition: Shows some light wear.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,960Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.60 Carat 18 Karat White Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold drop earrings featuring 56 round brilliants weighing 0.60 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 mm. Available in Yellow Gold
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.77 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 13-14 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 MM with 188 round brilliants weighing 0.77 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,040Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.97 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 13-14 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold drop earrings featuring 194 round brilliants weighing 0.97 carats with two South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 mm. Tops are be converted into huggie earrings.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 0.30 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold stud earrings featuring 2 South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM flanked with 14 round brilliants weighing 0.30 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond South Sea Pearl Stud Earrings 0.35 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 13-14 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold stud earrings featuring 2 South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 MM flanked with 12 round brilliants weighing 0.35 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 13mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 48 round brilliant cut = 1.20cttw Color: I / J Clarity: SI1-2 Ring Size: 2.5 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for si...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Nail Ring 0.79 Carat 18 Karat White Gold 13-14 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Color G-H Clarity SI Measurements: South Sea Pearl: 13-14 MM Nail Band: 2.8 MM Ring can be sized.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Day & Night South Sea Pearl Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings 2.77 CTS 18KT 13-14 MM
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Size 13-14 mm Nature South Sea Cultured Pearl Pearl Quality AAA Luster AAA, Excellent Nacre Very Thick Jewelry Style Earrings Metal Purity 18K Metal Type White Gold Stone Shape...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$2,880Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.60 Carats 12-13 MM 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat rose gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 mm with 8 round brilliants, 0.31 carats and 62 smaller diamonds weighing 0.29 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Angie Marie 18k Gold 13mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Black Enamel Isis Goddess Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Genuine Cultured Tahitian Pearl - Round Shape - Nice Gray Color - Incredible Luster & Quality - 13mm (approx.) (82) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut -...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
13-16 mm White South Sea Round Pearl Necklace - AAA Quality, 27 P, Diamond Ball
Located in New York, NY
13-16 mm White South Sea Round Pearl Necklace - AAA Quality, 27 Pieces , full diamond Diamond Ball clasp in 18 karat white gold Introducing our exquisite 13-16mm White South Sea Ro...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.60 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold drop earrings featuring 56 round brilliants weighing 0.60 carats and two South Sea pearls measuring 12-13 mm. Available in White Gold
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Row Diamond Pearl Cocktail Ring 1.57 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold 13MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This 18k yellow gold ring features one center pearl, 13 mm, flanked with 118 round brilliants weighing 1.57 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Bar Earrings 0.63 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Color G-H Clarity SI Comes in White Gold Measurements: South Sea Pearl: 12-13 MM Diamond Bar: 42MM Earring: 57.8 MM Pearls can be changed to Tahitian, Pink or Golden Pearls upon re...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Rose Gold
South Sea Pearl 13mm Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamonds 0, 95 ct in 18Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
South sea 13mm white pearl ring between two brilliant cut diamonds, handcrafted in 18Kt white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.61 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold 12-13MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold drop earrings featuring 38 round brilliants weighing 0.61 carats and two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM. Color G-H Clarity SI Earrings available in differe...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,980 / item
【Vine Symphony】Aurora Weave South Sea Pearl Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite 13 mm Golden South Sea pearl rests at the heart of a delicate woven gold lacework, crafted with refined Italian artistry.
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Deco 12-13mm Golden South Sea Pearl & Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A stunning necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, featuring an exquisite collection of South Sea pearls totaling 7pcs 12-13mm .Each pearl is beautifully complemented by radiant di...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,250 / item
【Jādora】Jadeite Halo South Sea Pearl Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, A Jadeite, Natural Diamond, and 900 Platinum Dimensions Diameter Approx. 2.5 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Quali...
Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
【Conchéa】Celeste Bows Conch & South Sea Pearl Earrings — 2.35ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical yet refined, these earrings bring together the rare allure of flamingo pink conch pearls and the luminous elegance of 12–13mm AAAA South Sea pearls.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$14,500 / item
【Caelmare】Regal South Sea Pearl Ruby Drop Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A design that moves like jewelry from another era. Centered with 13–14 mm South Sea pearls of exceptional luster and clarity, each pearl is delicately wrapped in a lattice of fine g...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Aurora Drop South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin: Japan South Sea Pearls Pearl Size: 13–14 mm Shape: Perfectly Round Luster: Aurora Luster Surface: Very Slight Natural Growth Marks Metal: 18K White Gold N...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】PSL Certified Peacock Aurora Tahitian Loose Pearl Pair
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Measuring approximately 13mm, these pearls possess a remarkably deep body color layered with vivid green, graphite, and subtle peacock iridescence.
Black Pearl
【Conchéa】Petal Convertible Conch & South Sea Pearl Earrings — 3.49ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Conch Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Natural Diamond, and 18K Gold Dimensions - Conch Pearl Shaped: Natural Symmetrical Drop Size: Total 3.49ct Co...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Luminous Bloom South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, Natural Diamond, and 900 Platinum Dimensions Approx. 3.1 x 2.1 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 13 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
【Crown Radiance】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Radiant and regal, this pendant captures the essence of Crown Radiance — where brilliance takes form, and elegance takes the throne. A luminous 13–14 mm Golden South Sea pearl, glowi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Architectural South Sea Pearl & Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
At its center rests a 12–13 mm White South Sea pearl of AAAA quality, round in form with very thick nacre and Aurora luster, glowing with pure radiance.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Intertwined Aurora South Sea & Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Aurora dual pearl ring features two luminous pearls: a 12-13mm black Tahitian pearl and a 12-13mm white South Sea pearl, creating a striking contrast of deep mystery a...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】South Sea Pearl Diamond Convertible Earrings Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A versatile masterpiece — these earrings feature AAAA South Sea pearls (12–13 mm), admired for their luminous glow and perfectly round silhouette.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Jādora】Golden South Sea Pearl Emerald Tassel Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A luminous 12–13 mm Golden South Sea pearl forms the centerpiece of this pendant, echoing Jādora’s spirit — a whisper of jade, a glow of pearl, bound by timeless craft.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Aurora Akoya Pearl Triple-Strand Necklace with Diamond Bow Clasp
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Akoya Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions Necklace Length Approx. 45 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 7-7.5mm of Akoya P...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Petite Signature】South Sea Pearl Pendant, Diamond Clasp (Convertible Design)
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a 12–13 mm near-round pearl with strong luster and a smooth, luminous surface, this piece offers a refined yet approachable interpretation of fine pearl jewelry.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Petite Signature】South Sea Pearl Pendant, Diamond Bail (Classic Style)
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a 12–13 mm near-round pearl with strong luster and a smooth, luminous surface, this piece offers a refined yet approachable interpretation of fine pearl jewelry.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Star Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A jewel that radiates majesty, this pendant embodies Crown Radiance — where brilliance takes form, and elegance takes the throne. The glowing 13–14 mm Golden South Sea pearl, prized ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Conchéa】Conch Pearl & South Sea Dual-Wear Earrings —1.55 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
1.55ct Conch Pearl · 13mm White South Sea Pearl · Dual-wear design A bloom of soft flame-pink at the center — 1.55ct natural conch pearl, bright and tender in tone, with gentle flam...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Blooming Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Qualit...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Jādora】 PSL Certified Verdant Symphony Venus South Sea Pearl Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS Collection: Crown Radiance Origin: Japan Metal: 18K White Gold PSL Venus Certificate South Sea Pearls: 13 mm Shape: Round Luster: Mirror-like Surface: Virtually Clean...
Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Diamond Swirl Aurora South Sea Pearl Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A graceful swirl of brilliance encircles a luminous 13–14 mm South Sea pearl of AAAA grade. The pearl glows with aurora-like radiance, while flowing diamond-set curves embrace it in ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White 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.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.