15 Carat Orange Sapphire Earrings.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chicly crafted in 18k yellow gold, these striking earrings feature a mesmerizing ombré of 125 orange sapphires weighing approximately 15 carats total.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 15 Carat Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The design features 145 round sapphires with an estimated total weight of approximately 15 carats, offering a vivid and well-matched blue color throughout.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15 Carat Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Every Item is Certified and Appraised by the DIA. Material: 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Pink Sapphires Gemstone: Pink Sapphire - Emerald Cut Color: Medium - Light Pink Clarity: SI...
Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 15 Carat Sapphire Crowned By Hot Pink Sapphire 18K Designer Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A CGL Certified yellow sapphire is mounted with 0.66 carat Kite shaped Pink Sapphire and 0.26 carat white brilliant round diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
15 Carat Natural Sapphire Aquamarine Amethyst Yard Necklace 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural Multicolor Sapphires Aquamarine Amethyst yard necklace. Ovals, cuts. Average each 6x3 mm Clean Clarity brilliant cuts Multi color Sapphires: 10ct Aquamarine: 4ct Amethy...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace 15 3/4" - 14k Rnd .85ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ctw Cut: Round Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brillian...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 3.1 Carat Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 15 Karat Gold Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Art Deco - Edwardian bracelet with three magnificent natural fine blue Sapphires. These sapphires total 3.1 Carat and have been appraised as Fine Blue ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
15 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 18K "AP" Bangle with Flip-up Hinge
Located in Greenwich, CT
A wide, hinged cuff bangle executed in 18k yellow gold with a hand-finished Florentine texture, the brushed satin surface running in fine parallel lines across the broad central plaq...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Diamond and Sapphire Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive Art Deco style 0.30 carat diamond and 0.42 carat sapphire, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 1.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
The bail and 23" chain are made from 15 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Sapphire & diamond Stone Shape: Cabochon Cut Carat Weight: 1.30 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Silver Age: 1880s
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Rose Cut Multi-Color Natural Sapphire Link Necklace in Tri-Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold Gemstones: Natural Pink Sapphires, Natura...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold,...
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H 1.44 in W 0.58 in
Susan Lister Locke 15 Carat Yellow Sapphire & Freshwater Baroque Pearl Earrings
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
Yellow Sapphire: 15 Carat Pearl sizes may vary.
Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold
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Sapphire and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
WEIGHT: 14.6 grams WINGSPAN: 5.4 cm HEAD TO TAIL: 3.4 METAL: 18k Yellow Gold DIAMOND WEIGHT: .15 carats YELLOW SAPPHIRES: Diameters are 1.57 mm to 1.8 mm
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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W 1.58 in L 1.78 in
Art Nouveau Blue and Pink Sapphire Pearl Pendant Necklace 15 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Preston, Lancashire
The most exquisite antique sapphire pendant necklace, 15-carat yellow gold, complete with complimentary lightweight 9ct gold belcher chain.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1930s Sapphire & Diamond Flower Brooch 15 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A blossoming masterpiece, our Briella Brooch is a delicate floral bouquet capturing the essence of nature's beauty. Her petals of sparkling diamonds form a blooming flower, accented ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.86 in W 1.19 in D 0.24 in
Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch 15 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A stunning antique Victorian crescent moon brooch from the late 19th Century adorned with alternating cushion cut blue sapphires and old mine cut diamonds that graduate in size towar...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond Love Knot Bracelet 15 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A fabulous antique Victorian love knot bracelet made up of solid 15ct gold brick links and five interwoven love knots each crowned with a blue sapphire or twinkling old mine cut diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15 Carat Gold Sapphire Diamond Bracelet, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Victorian bracelet is beautifully crafted in 15ct Yellow Gold, and adorned with three 0.25ct blue Sapphires, interspersed with two bright 0.20ct old cut Diamonds. The...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Dearest Ring 15 Carat Gold, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A fabulous antique Victorian sentiment ring crowned with a cluster of colourful gemstones that spell out the word ‘Dearest’ with each first letter of the stone – Diamond, Emerald, Am...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Style GIA Sri Lanka Sapphire Bracelet
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This 14 Karat Gold Georgian Style Sapphire Bracelet features three focal GIA Certified Sri Lanka mined Cushion cut Sapphires – 1 Central 15 carat Canary Yellow Sapphire & 2 Surroundi...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire and Diamond, 15 Karat Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch, Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine antique Victorian 0.70 carat sapphire and 0.52 carat diamond 15 karat yellow gold, silver set crescent brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collectio...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.26 in W 0.45 in L 1.02 in
Antique 2.22 Ct Sapphire and 1.20 Ct Diamond 15 Carat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 2.22 carat blue sapphire and 1.20 carat diamond, 15 carat yellow gold drop earrings; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co .15 Carat Diamond Sapphire Two Tone Gold Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co. sapphire and diamond brooch. 3 round diamonds set in 14k rose gold with 11 square cut sapphires in a 14k yellow gold bottom. The Tiffany & Co. logo is a bit worn but ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
15 Carat Pink Kunzite, Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Details: Size: 7 Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Rhodium Dip Weight: 17.11grams Center Kunzite Details: Cut: Checkerboard Brilliant Oval Cut Weight: 15 Carats Color: Pink A...
Diamond, Kunzite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
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H 1.61 in W 0.16 in Dm 1.61 in L 1.33 in
Large 15 Carat Vivid Multi-Color Sapphire Oval Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
So wearable they will become your favorite pair! These sapphire oval shaped hoop earrings are hinged and securely open and close by squeezing a small lever or trigger hidden on the ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian 3.36 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.60 carat diamond and 3.36 carat sapphire, 15 karat yellow gold circular brooch; part of our diverse Victorian jewellery collection...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Yellow Sapphire and White Diamond Set Link Bracelet, Signed Cantamesa
By Cantamessa
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Large rounded links of 18 karat yellow gold are peppered with white diamonds (2.50 carats in total) and 15 carats of yellow sapphires (15 carats in total).
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Bow Brooch, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
The gems are set in platinum, which is on a 15 carat yellow gold back. Gemstone: Diamond, Sapphire Stone Shape: French Cut, Rose Cut Carat Weight: 0.65 centre + 0.25 Metal: 15ct Ye...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Platinum
Asprey Mini Daisy Gold Bracelet
By Asprey London
Located in Litchfield, CT
SIZE: 8 inches long WEIGHT: 7.7 grams STONES: .15 carats of yellow sapphire and .45 carats of G color, VS clarity diamonds HALLMARKS: A charm for Asprey, 750 for 18k, Gol...
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.31 in W 1.26 in L 1.57 in
Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl Brooch Pendant in 15 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.86 carat sapphire, 1.33 carat diamond and pearl, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collectio...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.96 Carat Natural Fire Opal Sapphire Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.96 Carat Pear Cut Natural Fire Opal Sapphire Rose Gold Cocktail Ring Item Specs: Natural Fire Opal (Pear Cut) = 1.59 Carats 15 Natural Yellow Sapphires (Round Cut) = 1.03 Carats ...
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
15, 4 Carat Yellow Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Sahara by D&A
By D and A Style
Located in Singapore, SG
The "SAHARA" Collection by D&A Inspired by the spectacular Sahara desert that is hot, bright and noble, this minimalist collection upholds the essence of strength and stealth – enri...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k G...
15 Carat Yellow and White Gold Art Deco Sapphire and Multi Diamond Pendant
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
This genuine Art Deco Pendant features 3 Old European Cut Diamonds graduated & totalling half a carat, grain set, Colour F-H, Clarity SI1-SI-2 form the Centrepiece and are surrounded...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
15 Carat Natural Madagaskar Intense Cornflower Blue Sapphire Oval
By D and A Style
Located in Singapore, SG
We love rare, unusual, one of a kind gemstones. For example like this one. Natural sapphire with an extraordinary intense cornflower blue hue. This sapphire is big in size, eye cl...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow G...
Re-invented Vintage Sapphire & Pearl 15 Carat Butterfly Style Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
On wings of sapphire and pearl, our Dacoda Ring will fly. Crafted in 15 carat gold and embellished with bright sapphires and satiny pearls, she is the sweetest vintage whimsy. Insp...
Pearl, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Turtle Pin 15 Carat Amethyst Gemstone Center Yellow Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Turtle Pin 15 Carat Amethyst Gemstone Center in 18K Yellow Gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Diamond and Sapphire Bangle Bracelet in 15 Carat Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This Edwardian bangle is the epitome of elegance and grace. Featuring five glistening diamonds and five handsome sapphires, it sits beautifully on the wrist! Condition: Very Good, s...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Gemstone Bracelet 15 Carat Gold, circa 1890
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
For more details please click continue reading down below... This fabulous antique Victorian 15ct Yellow Gold bracelet is set with over 50ct of Gemstones from the Victorian Era. Ci...
Citrine, Garnet, Opal, Peridot, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 15...
Antique Victorian Gemstone Dearest Ring 15 Carat Gold, Dated 1874
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful antique Victorian Gemstone Dearest ring is fully hallmarked and dated Birmingham 1874. The gemstones in the gallery spell out the word ‘Dearest’ with each first lette...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 15k Gold, Yellow...
Edwardian 15ct Gold Sapphire and Pearl Gate Link Bracelet
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian 15 carat yellow gold sapphire and seed pearl gate link bracelet.
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1930s Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring 15 Carat Yellow & White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Our 15 carat gold Olivia Ring captures timeless beauty with a deep blue rectangular sapphire at her heart, framed by a halo of dazzling diamonds. The delicate band enhances her vinta...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
15 Carat Rainbow Sapphire In-Line Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
By Les Pierres de Julie
Located in Paris, FR
A fine and stunning 18K white gold bracelet presenting 15 carats of cabochon colored sapphires (purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, pink).
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
$4,440Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.07 in L 18 in
Natural Pink Sapphire Sleek Tennis Necklace Handcrafted in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Pink Sapphire Sleek Tennis Necklace Handcrafted in 14K Gold studded with round cut pink sapphire of 4.58 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual lo...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Tennis Heart Diamond Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this beautiful bracelet is set with 1.77 carats Pink Sapphire and 1.40 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other matching pieces. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storef...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Bulgari Turquoise, Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Discover timeless elegance with these exquisite Bulgari Turquoise, Sapphire & Diamond Earrings. Each earring showcases a captivating center cabochon turquoise, beautifully framed by ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$7,300Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.15 in L 7 in
Natural Oval Shaped Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink Sapphire bracelet in 18K Gold. It has a perfect oval cut gemstone diamonds to make you stand out on any occasion or an event. A tennis bracelet is an essential piece of jewelry...
Pink Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,120Sale Price|40% Off
NWT 5, 200 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Round Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Round Cut Pink Sapphire Tennis Bracelet. Bracelet Cont...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,768Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.08 in L 6.5 in
Genuine Baguette Multi Sapphire Tennis Bracelet in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Genuine Baguette Multi Sapphire Tennis Bracelet in 18k Solid Yellow Gold endlessly sparkling natural multi sapphires, weighing 5.1 carats. It measures 6.5 inches long in length....
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 22 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Bracelet
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
7' Platinum Tennis Bracelet adorned with 45 emerald cut diamonds, each meticulously set in a 4-prong claw basket. Every diamond is GIA certified, ensuring exceptional quality and bri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Emerald Platinum Riviera Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
1970s platinum diamond riviera V-shape necklace with emerald diamond pendant. The approximate total diamond weight is 15 carats and the pear shaped emerald approximately 2.60 carats....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow gold. The necklace weighs 139.17 grams. The dimensions of the brooch is 2.25"" x 1.75"" and t...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
NALLY GIA Pink Color Heart Shape Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
NALLY 2.02ct Fancy Purple- Pink Diamond Ring. The diamond is set in a Cartier Mounting with 2 Tapered Baguette Cut Diamonds, with an approximately total carat weight of 0.25CT, stamp...
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
$100,090Sale Price|72% Off
NWT $357, 465 18KT Gold Rare Large Magnificent Fancy Pink Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Rare Large Pink Diamond Elaborate Masterpiece of a Necklace. This Magnificent Necklace is comprised...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Colombian Cabochon Emerald Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Colombian Cabochon Emerald Necklace This extraordinary Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold, featuring a b...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Natural Blue Pink Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Blue Pink Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 14K Gold This estate bracelet is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). It is set with genuine Earth mined ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 8.85 Carat No Heat Oval-Cut Ruby 18k Gold GRS Cert Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
From the famed house of Van Cleef and Arpels, this ring centers an 8.85 carat oval-cut unheated Ruby and is flanked by an additional 2.00 carats of marquis-cut diamonds. The ruby is ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Carat Natural Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Napoli, NA
Fabulous important brand new bracelet made in solid 18k rose gold and set with 8.50 Carats of vivid Natural Unheated Pink Sapphires, weighing 0.22 carat each (3,7 mm). This piece is ...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Coral Chrysophrase Link Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the 1990s is crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with alternating oval cabochons of pink coral and green chrysoprase. The stones are linked by te...
Chrysophrase, Coral, Gold, 18k 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.
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.