Victorian 18K Gold Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
Rendered in 18k gold, this classically shaped bottle with a hinged lid is perfect to hold your perfume for the day.
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
Rendered in 18k gold, this classically shaped bottle with a hinged lid is perfect to hold your perfume for the day.
Gold, 18k Gold
Crivelli 18K Gold Perfume Bottle Pendant Necklace with Diamonds, Italy
By Crivelli
Located in New York, NY
Made of quartz, 18K yellow, rose or white gold and embellished with white diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Jade, Diamond, Multi-colored Gemstones, Glass, & 18K Gold Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite perfume bottle pendant by Ferrar is a masterful composition of Type A jade, diamonds, rubies, blue sapphires, glass, and 18-karat yellow gold. Weighing 120.3 grams and...
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Miniature Hand Painted Porcelain Perfume Bottle
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite antique 18k gold perfume bottle, decorated with porcelain hand painted miniature painting on both sides.
Gold
French Belle Epoque Perfume Bottle in Enamel and 18k Solid Gold
Located in Newark, England
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING A FINE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH SOLID GOLD AND ENAMEL SCENT BOTTLE, FEATURING RENAISSANCE-STYLE CHERUBS AND CLASSICAL SCENES Exceptional French Perfume Bottle in...
Gold, Enamel
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Ruby and Diamond Perfume Bottle
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Ruby and Diamond Perfume Bottle Marked: Van Cleef & Arpels NY 9407 18K Approximate Dimensions: 6 cm (Hight) 1 cm (Diameter) 20.8 grams i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Floral Motif Perfume Bottle
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.05ct (approx.) (5) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Antique Perfume Bottle
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. antique perfume bottle, circa 1900s 18 karat yellow gold; marked Tiffany & Co., Makers, 43622, 18kt gold Dimension: length 3.25 inches, width 3.25 inches, depth 4.63...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Ruby 18 Karat Gold Perfume Bottle
Located in New York City, NY
Very fine and unusual ruby and 18K yellow gold perfume bottle of French origin, circa late 19th century.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century French 18K Gold Mounted Scent Perfume Bottle, c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid-19th Century French 18k gold mounted perfume bottle, lozenge shaped glass body set with a gold collar and hinged lid engraved with engine turning and scrolling foliage.
Gold
$4,798Sale Price|20% Off
French 1820 Baroque Rock Quartz Scent Perfume Bottle Mount 18k Gold with Gems
Located in Miami, FL
French scent bottle with gemstones. Gorgeous antique scent perfume bottle, created in France in the first quarter of the 19th century, circa 1820. This exceptional bottle, flask, fl...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graff Constellation Perfume Bottle Necklace, 1.01ct Diamond
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Graff Diamonds—founded in 1960, a benchmark of luxury diamond craftsmanship—presents this iconic Constellation collection necklace, inspired by celestial radiance (the collection’s n...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier White Gold Rose Quartz & Diamond Inde Mystérieuse Perfume Bottle Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare 18k white gold Cartier perfume bottle pendant from the Inde Mystérieuse collection.
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,760Sale Price|20% Off
Italian 1960 Venetian Enameled Pendant Amphora Bottle for Perfume in 18kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled pendant scent perfume amphora bottle. Gorgeous vintage piece, created in Venice Italy during the mid century period, back in the 1960. This beautiful three-dimensional pend...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K Valentino Amethyst and Diamond Perfume Bottle Necklace
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Valentino briolette faceted amethyst diamond charm monogram necklace. Circa 2000 ~10 carat amethyst, clean and translucent In the shape of a vintage perfume bottle (does no...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.38 in W 0.87 in D 0.6 in
Melie Jewelry Dove's Neckring Perfume Bottle Necklace 18K Gold & Diamond
By Melie Jewelry
Located in Levent, 34
Melie Jewelry Dove's Neckring Perfume Bottle Necklace 18K Yellow Gold, 0.08 ct White Diamond / G-VS Perfume Necklace comes with a gold 70cm chain & silver funnel.
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.3 in W 0.79 in
18K Gold & Sapphire Enameled Brevetto Italian Perfume Bottle Greek Vase Pendant
Located in Overland Park, KS
18k Yellow Gold Enameled Brevetto & Cabochon Sapphire Italian Perfume Bottle Charm.
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.3 in W 0.71 in D 0.6 in
Melie Jewelry Serpent Perfume Bottle Necklace 18K Rose Gold & Diamond & Sapphire
By Melie Jewelry
Located in Levent, 34
Melie Jewelry Serpent Perfume Bottle Necklace 18K Rose Gold, 0.60 ct White Diamond/G-VS, 0.01 ct Pink Sapphire Perfume Necklace comes with a gold 70cm chain & silver funnel.
White Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Unavailable
H 1.03 in W 0.67 in L 0.67 in
Melie Jewelry Edna Perfume Bottle Necklace with 18K Gold & Diamond & Ruby
By Melie Jewelry
Located in Levent, 34
Melie Jewelry Edna Perfume Bottle Necklace 18K Rose Gold, 0.85 ct White Diamond, 0.15 ct Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Quartz Diamond White Gold Perfume Bottle
By Cartier
Located in Sunny Isles Beach, FL
The piece is suspended from an adjustable black Cartier cord with 18K white gold. Perfume Bottle Dimensions: Length 2 1/8" x Width 1 1/8"
Diamond, Quartz, Rubelite, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.66 in W 0.75 in D 0.32 in
Melie Jewelry Swan Perfume Bottle Necklace in 18K Gold & Diamond Sapphire & Ruby
By Melie Jewelry
Located in Levent, 34
Swans in Love Perfume Bottle Necklace 18K Yellow Gold, 0.14 ct White Diamond, 0.07 ct Blue Sapphire, 0.03 ct Ruby, 0,65 ct Rhodolite Perfume Necklace comes with a gold 70cm chain & ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Rhodolite, Rose Gold
Unique Miniature Amethyst & Diamond Perfume Bottle Necklace
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A charming amethyst perfume bottle set in 18k white gold. The frame of the perfume bottle is set with 46 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing .25 cts.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
W 0.62 in L 0.95 in
Flower Power Shower 18K Green Gold Openwork Pendant in Mini Bottle Shape
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Artistic creation utilizing cherry blossom flowers in openwork 18K Green gold. The perfume bottle shape is romantic and feminine.
Gold, 18k Gold
18th Century gold perfume bottle.
Located in Aspen, CO
With beautiful engraving, this 18K yellow gold perfume bottle is nearly five inches high.
18k Gold
18k Gold Chain Necklace W 7 Perfume Bottle Charms
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite vintage massive chain necklace in 18K rose and yellow gold with seven perfume bottle charm pendants of various designs, decorated with filigree, repousse motifs and set ...
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
An Antique Perfume Bottle
Located in New York, NY
An antique gold perfume pendant with chased and engraved foliate decoration, in 18k.
18k Gold
Antique Perfume Bottle Flacon de Sel 18k Gold Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Mārupe, LV
Antique French "Flacon à Sel" Perfume Bottle 18k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamonds - Exquisite 19th Century Jewelry Discover a stunning piece of history with this exquisite Antique Fre...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Floral Motif Perfume Bottle
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.05ct (approx.) (5) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Perfume Bottle, 1950s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Van Cleef 18 karat yellow gold perfume bottle. The vintage perfume bottle features a textured basket weave pattern. The bottle measures 2.2 inches in length and .6 inches in ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Scent, Perfume Bottle with Enameled Gold, Restauration Period
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular scent perfume bottle in enameled gold. The flask features refined enameling techniques with geometric and floral patterns. The red enamel is translucent, leaving the intr...
18k Gold, Enamel
Boucheron Crystal Enamel Diamond Gold Cuff Perfume Bottle
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
A cuff manufactured by the French house Boucheron during the 1990s, extravagantly resembling a perfume bottle. The top, embellished by fine blue enamel and brilliant cut diamonds on ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
H 3.94 in W 0.94 in L 1.38 in
French 1820 Baroque Rock Quartz Scent Perfume Bottle Mount in 18k Gold with Gem
Located in Miami, FL
French scent bottle with gemstones. Gorgeous antique scent perfume bottle, created in France in the first quarter of the 19th century, circa 1820. This exceptional bottle, flask, fa...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
George II English 18 Karat Gold and Bloodstone Perfume Bottle
Located in Long Island City, NY
George II English 18K Gold and Bloodstone Perfume Bottle, circa 1760.
18k Gold
Antique French 18K, Lapis & Rock Crystal Perfume Bottle, Auguste Fraumont, 1850
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique Perfume Bottle, 18K yellow gold, fine natural vivid blue lapis with slight flecks of gold, and rock crystal by Auguste Fraumont , c. 1850.
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Perfume Bottle with Lapis Lazuli in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing our exclusive perfume bottle, a harmonious blend of elegance and history. Crafted from 18 Karat yellow and white gold, it exudes sophistication and luxury. With two exq...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Alfred B Meyer Victorian Enamel Diamond 18K Antique Perfume Bottle
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a cylindrical enameled bottle with a dome shaped hinged cap Enamel depict painted women, men, and children in draped clothing Shown among whipsy clouds and stars holding ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold and Gem Set Perfume Bottle
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Perfume, measuring 2 3/8 inches in height 7/16 inch in diameter and weighing 21 Grams. Having hand engraved Flowers and the top set wit...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Amethyst Citrine Abstract Wave Perfume Bottle
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold using international Gross wt: 20.87g Gemstone: Natural Amethyst & Citrine CS wt: 93.51cts 18K Gold smooth screw mechanism to open and close the bottle
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Golden Quartz Amethyst Faceted Beautiful Perfume Bottle
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Details: Metal: 18K Gold using international alloys Gross wt: 28.49g Gemstone: Natural Golden Quartz & Amethyst CS wt: 129.95cts Smooth screw mechanism to easily open and close the b...
Amethyst, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Turquoise Perfume Bottle Yellow Gold Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Turquoise Perfume Bottle Pendant Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Watermelon Bi-Tourmaline Rose Rock Crystal Perfume Bottle
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The most exquisite perfume bottle crafted with watermelon tourmaline and rock crystal in 18K gold is a harmonious blend of luxury and functionality.
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Inde Mystérieuse Rose Quartz Perfume Bottle Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The necklace is a black satin cord from which hangs a luxurious perfume bottle-shaped pendant. The rose quartz bottle is engraved with leaf-shaped motifs and is accented with round b...
Diamond, Quartz, Rubelite, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.38 in W 1.1 in L 28 in
Tiffany & Co. by Elsa Peretti Perfume Bottle Necklace 18kt Gold with Black Jade
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Perfume Bottle necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. An iconic piece, created by Elsa Peretti for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 1980. This aerodynamic p...
Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Cut Glass Perfume Bottle with Star Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
A Victorian cut glass laydown perfume bottle, with an 18K yellow gold repoussé lid set with a central blue star sapphire and four diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby Gold Bowenite Perfume Bottle
Located in Aspen, CO
This scent bottle is 18K gold with 17 natural unheated Burma rubies. The carved stone is Bowenite which is an unusual hard stone. This piece bears European hallmarks. This piece ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Lagos 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Puffed Heart Perfume Flask Bottle Charm Pendant
By Lagos
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a beautiful perfume flask charm/pendant by LAGOS is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a puffed fluted heart design that is very well preserved and has its or...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Nephrite Jade 18 Karat Gold Perfume Bottle Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace is comprised as a brightly polished paperclip style chain; no clasp Suspending a functional perfume bottle vessel, uniformly green and carved from nephrite jade With a gol...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.15 in W 0.56 in D 0.32 in
Antique Belle Époque Miniature Perfume Bottle Pendant 14 Kt Gold Saphire Diamond
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This charming French miniature perfume bottle has been handcrafted around 1890 out of 18 karat gold. It is marked with a french makers mark in a lozenge.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.85 in W 1.1 in D 0.39 in
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 1976 Paris Pendant Perfume Bottle In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
A perfume bottle pendant designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very rare perfume bottle pendant, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1976. This...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
H 3.51 in W 1.1 in D 1.1 in
French 1870 Napoleon III Perfume Bottle Mount In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
French scent bottle with gemstones. Gorgeous antique scent perfume bottle, created in Paris France during the imperial period of Napoleon III, back in the 1860. This exceptional bot...
Garnet, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Italian Lapis Gold Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow and rose gold Italian perfume bottle pendant with two lapis lazuli gemstones.
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Carved Onyx Coral Diamond Gold Pendant Perfume Bottle
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow gold, Carved onyx, diamonds and coral . 50mm long (including bail ) 25mm at the widest point. weight- 29.1g
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Gold Perfume Bottle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold perfume bottle pendant necklace.
18k Gold
French 19th Century 18k Gold Blue Opaline Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a very rare French antique 18k gold perfume bottle made of beautiful turquoise blue opaline crystal.
18k Gold
Hermes Birkin 25cm Vert D Eau Moreletti Matte White Gold Diamond Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Brand: Hermes Product: Birkin Retourne Size: 25 Cm (10" width x 7.5" height x 4.75" depth; 2.75" handle drop) Colour: Vert D Eau Material: Matte Moreletti Crocodile Hardware: 18...
$808Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.75 in W 1.91 in L 26.5 in
Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rosalie Necklace. The history of perfume during the Regency and Victorian Eras is a fascinating subject and this delicate necklace pays homage to the creativity and workmanship of...
Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
18k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. Hardware Ball Bypass Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Tiffany & Co hardware ball bypass bangle bracelet. On the side is stamped Tiffany & Co Au750. Gross weight is 8.4 grams. The beads measure 8mm. One bead is green chrysoprase ...
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company Paloma Picasso Large Impressive Citrine Cabochon Ring
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Company 18K Yellow Gold Ring, the top measures 1 inch in Diameter and is set with a Large Impressive Cabochon Domed Citrine of Approximately ...
Citrine, 18k Gold
Chopard 18k White Gold Happy Sport 26mm Ladies Diamond Quartz Bracelet Watch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard 18k white gold Happy Sport ladies fully diamond set calendar bracelet watch, quartz movement, white dial with 7 floating diamonds in the dial, diamond set bezel and sides. Br...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Sequin runway evening gown with Swarovski crystal embellished sun cape. Neckline presents a sharp daring plunge to the navel. The back of the dress is held by jewe...
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
$18,172
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6
John Galliano black bias-cut satin evening dress with chain straps, ss 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano evening dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2002 ▪ Constructed from black bias-cut satin ▪ Cowl neck ▪ Multi-strand metal chain shoulder straps ▪ Diamond-shaped panelling at the...
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$37,692
Size: FR42 - UK14 - US10
Christian Dior by John Galliano Tie-Dye Print Leather and Lace Dress, FW 2000
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Fabric: Chèvre Velours (Goat Velvet), made from goatskin leather treated to have a soft, v...
Tiffany & Co. 4.43 Carat GIA G SI1 Diamond Heart Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Discover the world of Tiffany & Co. with this Diamond Heart Necklace, featuring a breathtaking 4.43 carat heart-shaped GIA certified diamond with G color and SI1 clarity which offers...
Diamond, Platinum
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
CARTIER Constellation Diamond Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Cartier wrap earrings from the classic Constellation collection feature intertwined bands crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with red rubies, blue sapphires and brilli...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Hermès Kelly 20 Mini Noir/Black Alligator Matte Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Kelly 20 mini in black and matte alligator leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the original receipt and cites. Stamp Y (2020)
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.