Dubini Griffin Ancient Silver Coin 18K Gold Hoop Earrings
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
circa 320-294 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold. HISTORY The griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a
18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek 6th Century BC Griffin Coin 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
, featuring a griffin is highlighted in an ancient-inspired Steven Battelle handmade double row textured
18k Gold
$2,990
H 0.15 in W 1.3 in L 1.13 in
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Griffin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable antique Victorian brooch, crafted in 18k gold, is a stunning display of masterful
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Silver Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic, rare silver "drachm" coin from the ancient Greek colony of Abdera featuring a griffin
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
coin type of Teos was the griffin, a legendary creature with the head and wings of an eagle on the body
Diamond, 18k Gold
Signet Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Oval, 16.0 x 13.0 mm, Griffin Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, 16.0 x 13.0 mm with Engraving About the creator
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Archaic Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
the shores of Northern Greece) that was struck between 473-449 BC depicts a griffin with foreleg
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,940
Dm 0.87 in L 1.3 in
Ancient Roman Republic 1st Century BC Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
, featuring a griffin leaping, is set in a Steven Battelle ancient inspired handmade matte-finish textured
Diamond, 18k Gold
French 1900s Diamond and Yellow Gold Griffin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional 0.56 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set griffin brooch; part of
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Griffin Talon Turquoise Ring 1930s
Located in Wallkill, NY
This stunning 18K gold Ring. With a griffin's talon holding tightly onto a chunk of Turquoise. Ring
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Dubini Griffin Chelys Flip Ancient Silver Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin ring from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic silver coin set in 18K
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian Theodore B. Starr Rose Cut Diamond Griffin Stick Pin
By Theodore B. Starr
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Theodore B. Starr Rose Cut Diamond Griffin Stick Pin. This gorgeous Art
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Griffin Holding a Diamond Gold Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Hand crafted Victorian French Vintage Brooch Pin featuring a Griffin holding an
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dubini Ancient Lion Griffin Silver Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
320-294 B.C. featuring a Griffin set in 18kt yellow gold. Bracelet Length: 20cm Can be secured at
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Art Nouveau Griffin Pendant Brooch French 18K Gold Diamonds
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This is a beautiful French Griffin brooch with amazing detail. The brooch has lopes for a chain and
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Winged Griffin Cufflinks
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Winged Griffin Cufflinks Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla created
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil
French Griffin Rose Cut Diamond Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Middleton, WI
Fabulously detailed both front and back, this circa 1890 French Griffin brooch looks like it might
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Griffin Cuff links
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Griffin Cuff links Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla created
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Winged Lion Griffin Stud Earrings
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose Gold Winged Lion Griffin Stud Earrings Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla created
18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Griffin Stud Earrings
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Griffin Stud Earrings Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla created
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Vermeil Griffin Pendant Necklace 1 inch wide
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Griffin Pendant Necklace. Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla created
18k Gold, Vermeil
Stephen Webster Diamond “Griffin’s Lair” Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Stephen Webster
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Griffins drawn in sharp lines and red eyes, an edgy rocker-chic ring from U.K. designer Stephen
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Vermeil Winged 2 inch Lion Griffin Pendant Necklace for Men
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Griffin Pendant Necklace for men . Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla
18k Gold, Vermeil
Unavailable
H 0.68 in Dm 1.03 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Griffin Pendant Necklace 1 inch wide
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Griffin Pendant Necklace. Sculpture is my passion. This 18 karat gold griffin is getting ready to take
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique .15 Carat Diamond & 18 Karat Yellow Gold Griffin Brooch
Located in Antwerp, BE
A fine French antique brooch depicting a griffin in 18 karat yellow gold, French control mark, set
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Large 18K Griffin, Diamond and Ruby Brooch, c. 1888
Located in Aspen, CO
strength and courage. Our large 18K griffin measuring 1-5/8 in length and is accented with rose cut
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Griffin Cufflinks of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
griffin heads, symbols of strength, protection, and nobility—each rendered in solid 18 karat gold and
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique French Griffin Brooch of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This exceptional antique French brooch is finely modeled in solid 18k gold and bears a French
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Griffin Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
The fierce, but extremely attractive heraldic beast exhibits an old mine-cut diamond from the tip of its curling tongue, its splendid wings, middle and forked tail decorated by rose-...
18k Gold
Griffin Signet Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 9 Victorian Style
Located in Fairfield, CT
Griffin Signet Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 9 Victorian Style This 18k yellow gold signet ring offers
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Griffin Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Nouveau Diamond & Gold Griffin Brooch, Circa 1905 A beautiful patina accentuates intricate
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Griffin Pin
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Displaying power and magesty this outsanding representation of the mythical creature has beautiful detail and a rich patina, watch hook on the reverse.
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau French Ruby Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Griffin Antique Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered stylized depiction of a griffin winding in a circle With lion head
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Griffin Gold and Diamond Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k, American. This wonderfully unique antique American brooch features a griffin
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Pearl Griffin Stickpin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Pearl Griffin Stickpin. This
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl Gold Griffin Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
, mounted in 18-karat gold. We love the other world look of this pretty griffin. Its size is just perfect to
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Pearl Gold Griffin Brooch or Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18k yellow gold griffin grasping a solitary pearl in his mouth, a lovely large example measuring 2
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau French Griffin Yellow Gold Diamond Stickpin
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Nouveau French Griffin 18k yellow gold diamond stickpin, circa 1905. 5/8” long by 5/8” plus
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Intaglio Ring Late 18th Century With Griffin
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval-shaped emerald carved to depict a figure of a griffin , in a closed-back setting, 18th
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18ct Gold, Victorian Bloodstone & Carnelian Griffin Intaglio Hallmarked 1887
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Seal Fob 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1887 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Intaglio Engraved With An Griffin, Mounted On A Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES Probably Italian, 18th century emerald, set in a 19th-century gold ring bezel: 15mm., 10/16...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Griffin Cufflinks
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Griffin Cufflinks. These beautiful cufflinks still have
Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Hardstone Intaglio 18 Karat Gold Griffin Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with a frosted white top and a brownish-red base Deeply carved to depict a winged griffin, fiercely
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Chimera Griffin Dragon Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Pin Brooch
Located in London, GB
This stunning brooch is from the Art Nouveau era. It features a chimera / griffin holding a diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Hardstone Intaglio 18 Karat Yellow Gold Griffin Unisex Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
a frosted white top and a black base Deeply carved to depict a winged griffin, fiercely roaring
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Griffin intaglio on Prasio "Emerald of the Emperors" 1st cent.AD Gold ring
Located in Roma, IT
This 18 kt Gold ring, meticulously crafted by our skilled goldsmiths based on an original design by
18k Gold
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W 1.22 in D 0.23 in L 1.3 in
England 1885 Neo Gothic Pendant With Griffin In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
A Victorian neo-gothic pendant with a Griffin. Beautiful pendant created in England in the late
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.47 in L 1.51 in
Gaston Lafitte 1890 French Art Nouveau Griffin Brooch in 18kt Gold with Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
An art nouveau Griffin brooch designed by Gaston Lafitte. An incredible piece of art created
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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W 1.18 in L 1.42 in
England 1870 Neo Gothic Pendant With Griffin In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A Victorian neo-gothic pendant Brooch with a winged Griffin. Fabulous pendant-brooch, created in
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...
19th Century 18 Karat Gold Griffin Dragon Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Brooch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique 19th Century 18K Gold Griffin Dragon Rose Cut Diamond Brooch This beautifully crafted
Diamond, Gold
Victorian Griffin Cufflinks
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Griffin 18K Cufflinks with chain and twisted bar toggle. Late 19th Century with wonderful
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Griffin Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
subtle line texture bezel atop a matte-finish tapered and hammered 18K shank. Abdera is a coastal town
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Griffin Coin 18K Diamond Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic and rare silver drachm coin from the Greek colony of Abdera featuring a griffin is set
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Griffin Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A griffin with foreleg raised proudly is depicted on this authentic silver "tetrobol" coin from the
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BCE Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic and rare silver "tetrobol" coin from the Greek colony of Abdera featuring a griffin is
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ancient Roman 1st Century AD Bronze Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic Roman bronze "quadrans" coin issued between 81 - 161 AD depicts a griffin facing right
Diamond, 18k Gold
18k Yellow gold stick pin - Griffin brooch - Antique French Dragon cravat pin
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning 18 carat gold Victorian dragon pin. This dragon / Eagle / Griffin is very
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant 20 Inch Chain
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
, featuring a griffin leaping, is set in a Steven Battelle ancient inspired matte-finish textured bezel mount
Diamond, 18k Gold
French Art Nouveau Griffin Diamond Pearl Gold Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
French Art Nouveau diamond pearl and gold griffin brooch circa 1900. The poise is fierce and
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
French Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Gold Griffin Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circular brooch is designed as a highly rendered Griffin With spread feathered wings, a whiplashed
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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H 1.13 in W 0.7 in D 0.13 in
A Griffin Hemi-Drachm [coin] Pendant with 18 Karat Gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
is 13 mm wide, and weighs 1.53 grams without the 18 karat gold trim. There is a fabulous decorative
18k Gold, Silver
Griffin Dragon Pearl Pendant Brooch French Belle Epoque 18 Karat Gold France
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING MUSEUM QUALITY FRENCH BEAUX ARTS RENAISSANCE REVIVAL 18 KARAT GOLD PENDANT OR
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.5 in W 1.4 in
Griffin Dragon Demantoid Green Garnet Pendant Brooch Belle Epoque 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING MUSEUM QUALITY FRENCH BEAUX ARTS RENAISSANCE REVIVAL 18 KARAT GOLD PENDANT OR
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
CARTIER A Coral Turquoise Diamond Griffin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds and yellow gold detail, stamped Cartier, 18k for 18ct gold, numbered
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Large Victorian 18 Carat Gold Griffin Intaglio Carnelian Signet Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A beautiful and excellent quality signet ring. 18 carat yellow gold shank and setting
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Greco-Roman Griffin Brooch Pin with Diamonds and Emeralds in Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
: 18k Stones: 28 Round Diamonds 33 Baguette Diamonds 2 Emeralds
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Magnificent Emerald Gold Griffin Brooch
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the brooch features a three diamensional griffin holding an emerald in
Emerald, 18k Gold
1930s J.E. Caldwell Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Griffin Watch Pin with Watch
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 18k elegant and very collectible J.E. Caldwell griffin lapel watch pin with matching watch is
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ancient Griffin Coin Ring with Diamond, in 24kt Gold and Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Pegasus Coin Ring with Diamond, in 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey. Diamond - 0.02cts, Size 6 1/2 US. For custom sizes please contact the galler...
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ancient Roman Republic 1st Century BC Victoria Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A small authentic silver "quinarius" coin from the days of the Roman Republic 89 BCE, depicts the goddess Victoria seated holding a palm and patera. Victoria, the personification of...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Monete Ancient Roman Coin Braided Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A classic Bulgari Monete piece featuring an ancient bronze Roman coin inscribed ‘Rome Constantinus I Aug. A.D. 307-337’ suspended from a two-color 18 karat gold braided necklace. Int...
18k Gold
$16,666
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Medusa Coin 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from the ancient Greek colony of Apollonia Pontika (now in Northern Turkey) from 450-400 BC is set in a complementary Steven Battelle "heart spirals...
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Eagle Coin 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A clear and crisply struck image of an eagle carrying a snake in its talons is depicted on an authentic ancient Greek silver "drachm" coin struck in the seaport city of Chalkis on th...
18k Gold
Steven Battelle 12.6 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A luminous and flashing 12 mm high-dome cushion shaped cabochon rainbow moonstone rests in a vertical "4-point with jawan" Steven Battelle designed setting atop a tapered matte-finis...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold
Steven Battelle 16.8 Carat Cabochon Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A high-grade almost flawless deep pink Mozambique pink tourmaline 13 x 18 mm cabochon is held in a spiral carved and fluted 4 prong setting atop a substantial split double spiral mot...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Ancient Coin Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Banbury, GB
This big ancient coin was issued by Amphipolis Mint dates in 336-323 B.C. in an excellent condition. The chain is made in 18k yellow gold. This gorgeous necklace is perfect for ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,785 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Old Mine Cut Diamond Russian Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold brooch on tremblant designe with old mine cut diamonds H colour white vs clearity and estimate diamond weight of 2.60 carats brooch was made in moscow 1890.c diring ...
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
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
Ancient Honey Bee Replica Coin Ring 24K Yellow Gold Diamonds Made-to-Order Size
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Greek Honey Bee Coin (Sterling Replica) Statement Cocktail Ring, Mythology, 24k Gold Fused, Sterling. *The statement coin is a sterling silver replica with 24k yellow gold-f...
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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.