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Vintage 12.22 Carat Turquoise and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1950
Vintage 12.22 Carat Turquoise and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1950

Vintage 12.22 Carat Turquoise and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1950

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 18k gold mark ( 750 ). The vintage turquoise ring is

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

7.20 Carat Multi-Colored Sapphire and 0.90 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant
7.20 Carat Multi-Colored Sapphire and 0.90 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant

7.20 Carat Multi-Colored Sapphire and 0.90 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

( 750 ), in addition to the reverse of the bale bearing the importers mark (JJR), the 18k gold mark

Category

2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Italian 2.50 Carat Sapphire 0.70 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1960
Italian 2.50 Carat Sapphire 0.70 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1960

Italian 2.50 Carat Sapphire 0.70 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1960

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 18k gold mark ( 750 ) and the Italian town mark for

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage 2.30 Carat Sapphire and 5.50 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet 1967
Vintage 2.30 Carat Sapphire and 5.50 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet 1967

Vintage 2.30 Carat Sapphire and 5.50 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet 1967

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

clasp and chain. The reverse of the bracelet clasp is hallmarked with the 18k gold fineness mark (18

Category

Vintage 1960s English Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model 18K Rose Gold with Screwdriver Size 18
Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model 18K Rose Gold with Screwdriver Size 18

Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model 18K Rose Gold with Screwdriver Size 18

By Cartier

Located in Aventura, FL

LOVE bracelet, classic model, 18K rose gold (750/1000), original fastening system with two

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage 1960s Cultured Pearl and 1.15 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Brooch
Vintage 1960s Cultured Pearl and 1.15 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Brooch

Vintage 1960s Cultured Pearl and 1.15 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

shaped brooch is hallmarked to the reverse with the 18k gold mark 750 and maker's mark, and has been

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

1920s French 18K Yellow Gold Daisy “Marguerite” Ring with 0.40 ct Sapphire & Ros
1920s French 18K Yellow Gold Daisy “Marguerite” Ring with 0.40 ct Sapphire & Ros

1920s French 18K Yellow Gold Daisy “Marguerite” Ring with 0.40 ct Sapphire & Ros

Located in MONTMORENCY, FR

request) Metal: 18K Yellow Gold (750‰) Center Stone: 1× Round Sapphire, ~0.40 ct Accent Stones: 8× Rose

Category

Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

0.87 Carat Burmese Ruby 0.94 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring (2019)
0.87 Carat Burmese Ruby 0.94 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring (2019)

0.87 Carat Burmese Ruby 0.94 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring (2019)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive contemporary 0.87 carat Burmese ruby and 0.94 carat diamond, 18

Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.18 Carat Sapphire and 0.39 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Circa 1980
2.18 Carat Sapphire and 0.39 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Circa 1980

2.18 Carat Sapphire and 0.39 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Circa 1980

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive vintage 2.18 carat blue sapphire and 0.39 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

0.96 Carat Emerald Diamond and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold RAF Sweetheart Brooch
0.96 Carat Emerald Diamond and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold RAF Sweetheart Brooch

0.96 Carat Emerald Diamond and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold RAF Sweetheart Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

the 18k gold mark 750. This impressive diamond brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Bulgari B.zero1 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Oval Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Bulgari B.zero1 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Oval Hinged Bangle Bracelet

Bulgari B.zero1 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Oval Hinged Bangle Bracelet

By Bulgari

Located in Aventura, FL

: Brand: Bulgari Model: B.Zero1 Type: Hinged Bangle Shape: Oval Shape Material: 18k Yellow Gold and 750

Category

Late 20th Century American Modernist Bangles

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage 26.98 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Jewellery Set Circa 1990
Vintage 26.98 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Jewellery Set Circa 1990

Vintage 26.98 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Jewellery Set Circa 1990

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

tongue of the bracelet clasp are hallmarked with the 18k gold mark ( 750 ). This vintage gold jewelry

Category

1990s Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

4.70 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1.34 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring 2004
4.70 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1.34 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring 2004

4.70 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1.34 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring 2004

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

the ring shank is hallmarked with the maker's mark, 18k gold fineness mark ( 750 ), the Sheffield

Category

Early 2000s English Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Ring (South Sea) with Diamonds, Light Gold, 12.5 mm, in 18k Yellow Gold
Pearl Ring (South Sea) with Diamonds, Light Gold, 12.5 mm, in 18k Yellow Gold

Pearl Ring (South Sea) with Diamonds, Light Gold, 12.5 mm, in 18k Yellow Gold

Located in München, DE

carats. The head of the ring is solidly crafted, with the entire piece made of 18k yellow gold (750

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

1.12 Carat Ruby and 1.33 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
1.12 Carat Ruby and 1.33 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring

1.12 Carat Ruby and 1.33 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

shank. This vintage ring is hallmarked to the interior with the 18k mark ( 750 ), in addition to marks

Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Vintage 9.50 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Double Eternity Ring Circa 1980
Vintage 9.50 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Double Eternity Ring Circa 1980

Vintage 9.50 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Double Eternity Ring Circa 1980

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

with the maker's mark and the 18k gold mark ( 750 ). This impressive vintage double eternity ring with

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl, Onyx and Lapis Lazuli Cufflinks
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl, Onyx and Lapis Lazuli Cufflinks

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl, Onyx and Lapis Lazuli Cufflinks

By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

. Hallmark: T&CO. C 750 18K Very good condition, professionally polished. Will come packaged in a gift box

Category

20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold 0.42 carats 4 Brilliant Cut Diamonds Bangle
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold 0.42 carats 4 Brilliant Cut Diamonds Bangle

Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold 0.42 carats 4 Brilliant Cut Diamonds Bangle

By Cartier

Located in Aventura, FL

LOVE bracelet, 18K white gold (750/1000), set with 4 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.42 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 4.92 Carat Fire Opal and 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Vintage 4.92 Carat Fire Opal and 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Vintage 4.92 Carat Fire Opal and 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage English 4.92 carat fire opal and 1 carat diamond, 18 karat

Category

Vintage 1970s British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, Yellow Gold

SZ 57 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Yellow Gold
SZ 57 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Yellow Gold

SZ 57 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Yellow Gold

Located in Greenwich, CT

silhouette, with two raised outer rims. The interior is stamped with the Bulgari signature, 750 for 18k gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold

SZ 54 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Rose Gold
SZ 54 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Rose Gold

SZ 54 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Rose Gold

By Bulgari

Located in Greenwich, CT

silhouette, with two raised outer rims. The interior is stamped with the Bulgari signature, 750 for 18k gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

SZ 64 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Yellow Gold
SZ 64 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Yellow Gold

SZ 64 Bulgari B.zero1 Single-Band Ring in Yellow Gold

By Bulgari

Located in Greenwich, CT

silhouette, with two raised outer rims. The interior is stamped with the Bulgari signature, 750 for 18k gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

OJ Perrin Gold Earrings
OJ Perrin Gold Earrings

OJ Perrin Gold Earrings

Located in Litchfield, CT

WEIGHT: 14.2 grams STONES: None HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k and O.J.P. maker's mark

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Gold Necklace by Oromalia
Gold Necklace by Oromalia

Gold Necklace by Oromalia

Located in Litchfield, CT

Barberi, 750 for 18k, Italian workshop registration number, and ITALY STOCK NUMBER: 27951 Jewelry

Category

1990s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Pomellato Heart-Shaped Diamond Ear Clips
Pomellato Heart-Shaped Diamond Ear Clips

Pomellato Heart-Shaped Diamond Ear Clips

By Pomellato

Located in Weston, MA

approximately 4.25 Clip backs but a post can easily be added Signed, Pomellato Stamped 750 for 18k gold Total

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany Yellow Gold Pendant
Tiffany Yellow Gold Pendant

Tiffany Yellow Gold Pendant

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Litchfield, CT

HALLMARKS: T & Co. and 750 for 18k

Category

1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Gold Signet Ring
Gold Signet Ring

Gold Signet Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

HALLMARKS: Rubbed 750 for 18k and maker's mark STOCK NUMBER: 28026 Jewelry acquired from this dealer

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Pomellato Gold Necklace with Botanical Motif Charms
Pomellato Gold Necklace with Botanical Motif Charms

Pomellato Gold Necklace with Botanical Motif Charms

By Pomellato

Located in Litchfield, CT

WEIGHT: 88.6 grams total STONES: None HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k and Pomellato STOCK NUMBER

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Art Deco Enamel Fleur De Lis Pendant
Art Deco Enamel Fleur De Lis Pendant

Art Deco Enamel Fleur De Lis Pendant

Located in Litchfield, CT

WEIGHT: 2.2 grams STONES: Enamel HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k STOCK NUMBER: 27646 Jewelry acquired

Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Thirties Gold Bracelet
Thirties Gold Bracelet

Thirties Gold Bracelet

Located in Litchfield, CT

inches long WEIGHT: 61.3 grams STONES: None HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k and Italian workshop

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Scharner Munchen Eighties Gold Bracelet
Scharner Munchen Eighties Gold Bracelet

Scharner Munchen Eighties Gold Bracelet

Located in Litchfield, CT

STONES: None HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k and Scharner STOCK NUMBER: 27965 Jewelry acquired from this

Category

Vintage 1980s German Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Snake Earrings by Lalaounis
Snake Earrings by Lalaounis

Snake Earrings by Lalaounis

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Litchfield, CT

WEIGHT: 17.8 grams total STONES: None HALLMARKS: Lalaounis, maker's mark for Lalaounis, 750 for 18k

Category

Vintage 1960s Greek Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Paloma Picasso Loving Heart Brooch or Pin
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Paloma Picasso Loving Heart Brooch or Pin

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Gold Paloma Picasso Loving Heart Brooch or Pin

By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

reverse: 750 for 18k gold fineness and Tiffany & Co. A soon to be iconic brooch from one of

Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Organo-Chic Gold Ring
Organo-Chic Gold Ring

Organo-Chic Gold Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

carats total weight of H color, SI1 clarity diamonds HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k STOCK NUMBER: 28025

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Dome Earring Clips
Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Dome Earring Clips

Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Dome Earring Clips

Located in New York, NY

mm width. Marked 18k and 750 on the back.. Weight - 25 grams. Style Attributed to Channel Pre-owned

Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Spectacular Yellow Gold Earrings
Tiffany & Co. Spectacular Yellow Gold Earrings

Tiffany & Co. Spectacular Yellow Gold Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Litchfield, CT

total STONES: None HALLMARKS: Tiffany & Co. and 750 for 18k STOCK NUMBER: 28121 Jewelry

Category

1990s American Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari B. Zero Ring
Bulgari B. Zero Ring

Bulgari B. Zero Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Litchfield, CT

: Bvlgari, Au 750 for 18k, Italian registration number, Made in Italy, 55 for ring size, and L2CZNN STOCK

Category

Early 2000s Italian Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Gubelin Gold Chain Necklace
Gubelin Gold Chain Necklace

Gubelin Gold Chain Necklace

By Gubelin

Located in Litchfield, CT

." SIZE: 16.5 inches long WEIGHT: 116.6 grams STONES: None HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k, and

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Trinity Ring
Cartier Trinity Ring

Cartier Trinity Ring

By Cartier

Located in istanbul, TR

of its time. Product Description: Trinity ring Small model 18K white gold (750/1000) 18K rose

Category

20th Century French Wedding Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch
Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch

Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch

By Cartier

Located in Sausalito, CA

: Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch 33 mm Mechanical movement with automatic winding 18K rose gold (750/1000

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Tubogas Earrings
Bvlgari Tubogas Earrings

Bvlgari Tubogas Earrings

By Bulgari

Located in Litchfield, CT

inch long WEIGHT: 21.7 grams STONES: None HALLMARKS: BVLGARI, 750 for 18k, maker's mark, and

Category

1990s Italian Hoop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectacular Sixties Aquamarine Ring
Spectacular Sixties Aquamarine Ring

Spectacular Sixties Aquamarine Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

diamonds HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k and maker's mark STOCK NUMBER: 28022 Jewelry acquired from this

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Nineties Yellow Gold Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Nineties Yellow Gold Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Nineties Yellow Gold Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Litchfield, CT

HALLMARKS: TIFFANY & CO., ITALY, and 750 for 18k STOCK NUMBER: Jewelry acquired from this dealer must

Category

1990s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Tannler Swiss Chic Gold Necklace
Tannler Swiss Chic Gold Necklace

Tannler Swiss Chic Gold Necklace

By Tannler of Switzerland

Located in Litchfield, CT

mark for Tannler and 750 for 18k STOCK NUMBER: 27771 Jewelry acquired from this dealer must

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

French Art Deco Coral and Diamond Double Cufflinks Ref: 798412
French Art Deco Coral and Diamond Double Cufflinks Ref: 798412

French Art Deco Coral and Diamond Double Cufflinks Ref: 798412

Located in Chicago, IL

platinum. The cufflinks are marked with the French eagle head assay mark for the 750 gold standard (18K

Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ruby and Gold Necklace
Ruby and Gold Necklace

Ruby and Gold Necklace

Located in Litchfield, CT

beads HALLMARKS: 750 and 18k STOCK NUMBER: 26799 Jewelry acquired from this dealer must delight

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique French Pearl-set Earrings
Antique French Pearl-set Earrings

Antique French Pearl-set Earrings

Located in Litchfield, CT

inches long WEIGHT: 6.9 grams total STONES: Pearls HALLMARKS: Rubbed 750 for 18k and French

Category

Antique 1880s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari B.Zero1 18 Karat White Gold Hoop Stud Earrings with Box
Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari B.Zero1 18 Karat White Gold Hoop Stud Earrings with Box

Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari B.Zero1 18 Karat White Gold Hoop Stud Earrings with Box

By Bulgari

Located in Birmingham, GB

polished and cleaned. Practically brand new. Both earrings are signed Bvlgari, Made In Italy, 750 (18k

Category

20th Century Italian Hoop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Silvia Kelly 18 Karat Gold and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Opera Length Necklace
Silvia Kelly 18 Karat Gold and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Opera Length Necklace

Silvia Kelly 18 Karat Gold and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Opera Length Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

hammered hook-and-eye 18k gold clasp. Marked to the clasp: 750 for 18k gold fineness, Silvia Kelly, and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold

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18k 750 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 18k 750 you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 94 vintage editions and 56 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 18k 750 may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 18k 750 has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, MC750 and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. A 18k 750 of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 68, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 18k 750, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 18k 750?

Prices for a 18k 750 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $750 and can go as high as $51,375, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,600.

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.