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Opal Beads 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 22" opal bead and 14K yellow gold rondelle necklace is a stunning display of natural beauty
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Beads 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Opal Beads 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
$2,235 Sale Price
40% Off
L 22 in
14k gold amethyst howlite beaded necklace
By nlanlaVictory
Located in London, GB
Make a bold statement with our 14k Gold Amethyst and Howlite dyed Turquoise Beaded Necklace, a
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Other, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Coral Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage necklace features warm, natural coral beads strung on a classic 14k yellow gold clasp
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Indian Green Agate 14k Gold Beaded Necklace
By nlanlaVictory
Located in London, GB
Add a touch of natural elegance to your jewelry collection with this stunning Green Agate Beaded
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold

14k gold amethyst howlite beaded stretch bracelet
By nlanlaVictory
Located in London, GB
Make a bold statement with our 14k Gold Amethyst and Howlite dyed Turquoise Beaded Stretch Bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Other, 14k Gold

14k gold amethyst howlite beaded stretch bracelet
14k gold amethyst howlite beaded stretch bracelet
$683 Sale Price / item
20% Off
W 7 in
14k Yellow Gold Multi Color Sapphire Bead Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This bracelet is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a vibrant array of multicolored sapphire
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20th Century Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Onyx & 14k Gold Beaded Necklace with Clasp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, while the rich 14k gold accents add a touch of warmth and luxury. Each gold bead is finely crafted
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Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Blue Aventurine White Agate 14k Gold Beaded Necklace
By nlanlaVictory
Located in London, GB
Beaded 14k Gold Necklace. The cheerful combination of smooth blue aventurine and crisp white agate beads
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Aventurine, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage beaded strand necklace is crafted from luxurious 14k yellow gold and features
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Onyx & 14k Gold Chunky Beaded Necklace with Clasp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Onyx & 14k Gold Chunky Beaded Necklace is a luxurious statement piece that perfectly
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Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Jade and Pearl Beaded Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
with a finely crafted 14k yellow gold filigree clasp, adding both security and a touch of vintage charm
Category

20th Century Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Jade and Pearl Beaded Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
with a finely crafted 14k yellow gold filigree clasp, adding both security and a touch of vintage charm
Category

20th Century Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Honey Jadeite Beaded Necklace 24.5" 88pc A-Grade 14k Gold Ball Clasp NOS
Located in Richmond, CA
14K, ensuring both security and a touch of added luxury. The combination of the vibrant jadeite and
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lavender Jadeite 24" Beaded Necklace A-Grade 14k White Gold Ball Safety Clasp 88
Located in Richmond, CA
with a 14K white gold ball safety clasp, adding a layer of refined luxury. The harmonious blend of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cloisonne and 14k Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Cloisonne beads complimented by smaller vibrant gold beads throughout and an ornate vintage closure. Adding
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Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

14k Gold Kyanite Beads Cts 572.37 Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
crafted from luxurious 14k Gold. Kyanite is known for its calming properties, promoting balance and
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kyanite, 14k Gold

Faceted Chalcedony and 14k Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace, 19 Inches Long
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, punctuated with exquisite 14k yellow gold beaded accents. The elongated chalcedony beads have elegant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rose Quartz and Dalmatian Jasper Beaded Necklace with 14k Gold Clasp
By nlanlaVictory
Located in London, GB
-catching design. Gemstones: 10mm Rose Quartz and Dalmatian Jasper beads. Metal: Solid 14k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Jasper, 14k Gold

Rose Quartz, Howlite and Amazonite Beaded Necklace with 14k Gold Clasp
By nlanlaVictory
Located in London, GB
soothing design. Gemstones: 10mm Rose Quartz, Howlite and Amazonite beads. Metal: Solid 14k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Jasper, Amazonite, 14k Gold

Vintage Onyx & 14k Embellished Gold Chunky Beaded Necklace with Clasp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
paired with richly embellished 14k gold elements. Each chunky bead is carefully selected for its deep
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Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold

Estate 14k Lapis Lazuli Double Strand Bead Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
coloring, displaying intense deep blue hues with flecks of white, brown, and gold. Small 14k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst and Chrome Diopside Beaded Necklace with 14k Gold Accents, 24.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
provides a gorgeous contrast to the rich green chrome diopside rounds. High-polished 14k yellow gold accent
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Graduated Pearl Beaded Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
sophistication. The necklace is secured with an intricately designed 14k gold clasp, adding a touch of artistry
Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Ruby, Blue and Pink Sapphire Bead Long Necklace, Clasp 14K Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Natural Ruby, Blue and Pink Sapphire Bead Long Necklace, Clasp 14K Gold. A long ruby and sapphire
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Early 2000s Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

200 Ct 7 Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14k Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 200 Ct 7 Layer Faceted Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

280 Ct 9 Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14K Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 280 Ct 9 Layer Faceted Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Ethiopian Round Opal Beaded Necklace with 14k Gold Accents
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
every look. > 14K Gold Beads & Clasp > Measuring approximately 17 inches > Handcrafted Design
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

20-Inch Round Black Spinel Beaded Necklace 14K Gold Accents
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
beads interspersed with delicate 14k gold accents, creating a look that is both sophisticated and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Spinel, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Multi-Strand Emerald Bead and Diamond Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
in rich green hues. Set in 14K white gold, the necklace features ornate diamond accents including
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Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Diamond Beaded Tennis Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This luxurious 14k yellow gold tennis necklace showcases the timeless elegance of natural round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

480 Ct 7 Layer Natural Smooth Ruby Bead Necklace 14k Gold Sapphire Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 480 Ct 7 Layer Smooth Natural Ruby Bead Necklace with 14 Karat Gold Clasp and carved
Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14k Graduated Oxblood Coral Bead Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
. The graduated beads meet at an intricately etched 14k disc-shaped push clasp in the back for a secure
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Japanese Momo Coral Bead Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp – 17.5”, 51.15g
Located in Media, PA
inches in length and weighing 51.15 grams, it is finished with an intricately detailed 14K gold clasp
Category

Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Pearl and Diamond Beaded Double-Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
necklace is adorned with a 14k white gold clasp embellished with white diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle
Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 24-Inch Multicolor Gemstone Necklace in 14K Gold – Handcrafted Beads
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
one-of-a-kind piece adds a graceful and artistic touch to any look. > 14K Gold Clasp > Measuring
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold

Sapphire Beads Cts 526.08 and Diamond Roundel Necklace with 14k Diamond Clasp
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Painstakingly crafted, this necklace has 526.08 carats of gorgeous sapphire beads, 50 diamond
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

TANZANITE NECKLACE with 14k GOLD
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tanzanite Necklace Tanzanite, 14k Gold Sixteen inches of gorgeous purply-blue Tanzanite beads (3
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Elara 14k Yellow Gold Paperclip Chain with Gaspeite Beads – 18"
Located in Greeneville, TN
standout necklace features a sleek 14k yellow gold paperclip chain adorned with striking Gaspeite gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels Coral Bead Necklace Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
throughout and A 14k Yellow Gold Elongated Box Clasp, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. It is
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Vintage 1970s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

CANDY OPAL NECKLACE with 14k GOLD
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
clasp is abutted by four 14k gold beads. Wear this one-of-a-kind necklace alone or add it to your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Blue Opal and 14k Gold Necklace
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Oregon Blue Opal Necklace Oregon Blue Opal, 14k Gold 16” of natural Oregon Blue Opal 8mm rondelle
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Hollow Beaded Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
finely crafted gold beaded necklace adds timeless charm to any jewelry collection.
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10mm Amethyst Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
purple color. The 10mm beads have been arranged with bright, 18k yellow gold spacers, elevating this
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Malachite and White Coral Stretch Bracelet with 14K Yellow Gold Beads
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
coral beads, creating a bold yet harmonious look. Polished 14k yellow gold beads add a luxurious touch
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Malachite, Yellow Gold

Beaded Black Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
Metal - 14ct Gold Filled SKU 1572
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiny Ruby 14K Gold Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
, From India • 14K Gold Clasp, From US • Handmade in Westport CT. US • Free shipping and Free
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2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Faceted Citrine Nugget Beaded Necklace with Garnets and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Pomegranate red garnet rondels add pops of color, while the 14k yellow gold spacers and "S" clasp pick up
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

160 Carat Blush Pink Opal Beaded Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
high carat yellow gold beads, this necklace showcases the serene beauty of smooth pink opals for a
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21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Aquamarine, Peridot, Phrenite and Tsavorite Beaded Necklace with Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
time you put it on! 14k yellow gold spacers add touches of luxury and extra sparkle, making this piece
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Peridot, Tsavorite, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Labradorite Bead Necklace with Diamond and 18k Gold Accents, 18.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18k gold accents. The rounded drum-shaped labradorite beads measure approximately 11 x 9mm and have
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15mm Round Emerald Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
bright yellow gold that is flattering to all complexions! The 15mm round emerald beads have beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gump's 14k Yellow Gold Multi Color Jade Necklace
Located in New York, NY
polished and strung with care, showcasing natural variations and subtle translucency. A 14k yellow gold
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20th Century Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rutilated Quartz Nugget Beaded Nekclace with Yellow Gold Accents, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
palette that is perfect for all seasons! 18k yellow gold accent beads in various shapes and sizes with
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Freeform Citrine and Round Garnet Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
necklace perfect for all seasons, especially fall. The 14k yellow gold accent beads and luxurious satin
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faceted Imperial Topaz Beaded Necklace with Yellow Gold Spacers, 20.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
widest dimension on the center bead. The necklace is finished with a 14k yellow gold clasp and measures
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Garnet and Rutilated Quartz Beaded Necklace with Gold Accents, 18.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
needles. 18k yellow gold beads and the 14k yellow gold clasp have rich, textured finishes that make this a
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Quartz, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald Beaded Necklace with Moonstone, Onyx, and Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for an even more dramatic look! 18k yellow gold spacers and a pretty 14k yellow gold clasp add the
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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14k Gold Add A Bead For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 14k gold add a bead for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 139 vintage editions and 149 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 14k gold add a bead among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 14k gold add a bead — no matter the origin — is easy, but Five Star Jewelry, Marina J. and Sarosi By Timeless Gems each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a 14k gold add a bead featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our 14k gold add a bead for sale are for women, but there are 76 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 14k Gold Add A Bead?

Prices for a 14k gold add a bead can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $69 and can go as high as $64,910, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,785.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.