French Minaudière Vanity Case Ruby and Yellow Gold 18K
Located in Geneva, CH
French Minaudière Vanity case Ruby and Yellow Gold 18K. Calibrated Ruby. Engraved: Lacloche Paris
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI Gold Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold minaudiere, Bulgari. The oval mesh case opening to reveal a mirror
Gold, 18k Gold
$6,675Sale Price|25% Off
H 3.63 in W 5 in D 1.25 in
A Boucheron Paris 18k Gold Silver & Ruby Vermeil Minaudiere Circa 1940
By Boucheron
Located in Tarzana, CA
A Boucheron Paris 18k Gold, Silver & Ruby Vermeil Minaudiere Circa 1940, of rectangular form with
Gold, Silver
$9,602
W 3.63 in D 0.83 in L 5.08 in
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag"
By Boucheron
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag" The rectangular case
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
Unavailable
W 3.25 in D 0.75 in L 5 in
Boucheron, Paris, 18k Rose Gold, Sterling Silver & Rubies Butterflies Minaudière
By Boucheron
Located in Surfside, FL
Boucheron, Paris. 18k rose gold, sterling silver and cabochon rubies "Butterflies" minaudière
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Boucheron 1950s Gold-Plated Minaudière
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron 1950s Minaudière in 18 carats yellow gold plated . Signed :Boucheron-Paris.
18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
W 4.14 in L 6.11 in
Gianmaria Buccellati's Minaudière, Sapphires, 18 Carat Gold and Silver
By Buccellati
Located in London, GB
Buccellati minaudière ,24 cabochons sapphires ,eighteen carats gold,and ingrave silver. Sapphires
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
W 1.97 in D 0.48 in L 3.23 in
French Enamel Minaudière, Black and Turquoise Japanese Landscape Motive
Located in Munich, DE
Minaudière box on a short Onyx and silver with stylized Japanese motives in black and turquoise
Onyx, 18k Gold
Boucheron Enamel 18k Gold Minaudière Signed Vintage Box
By Boucheron
Located in Monaco, MC
in 18k yellow gold, featuring a stunning design of alternating bands that create a mesmerizing
18k Gold, Enamel
Breathtaking 1940's 18k Gold & Pearl Handbag with Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This luxury evening bag epitomizes 1940's glamour and post-war decadence. The 18 karat gold frame
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold, Silk and Hand Woven Bamboo Museum Held Bag
By Elsa Peretti, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Hope, PA
Elsa Peretti was deeply inspired by a trip to Japan, and this stunning 18 karat gold and 24 karat
Bvlgari Gold Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Minaudiere evening bag, finely crafted in 18 k yellow and white gold with Round Brilliant
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gucci Gold and Diamond Minaudière
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci, Two-tone Gold and Diamond Purse This purse is made of woven 18k yellow gold on the sides
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
CARTIER Gold and Diamond Minaudiere.
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and diamond minaudière., Signed Cartier., made in France, numbered 15029
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Gold and Diamond Minaudiere
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget , gold and diamond case, This rectangular cigarette case of woven design has a thumbpiece
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
An exquisite woven gold and diamond minaudiere.
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and diamond minaudiere. Designed with a woven motif embellished with
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier, Paris 18 Karat Gold Evening Minaudière
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Woven Two tone 18k Gold Purse. This purse has a woven design of 18k yellow and white gold
Gold, 18k Gold
1930s Cartier Art Deco Enamel Diamond Gold Minaudiere Compact
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual Art Deco 14K gold and black enamel minaudiere by Cartier, circa 1930s. It features
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels La Minaudiere
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Minaudiere de Van Cleef & Arpels,a Serial No. 79313, French hallmark and maker's mark. Gold Weight is
18k Gold
Boucheron Paris Lovebirds at the Fountain Minaudiere
By Boucheron
Located in New Orleans, LA
crafted of fine yellow and rose gold and incorporates birds, flowers and butterflies, all brought to life
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Chic Gucci Silver Gold Minaudiere
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
sterling and 750(18K) gold. The woman who doesn't need anything will definitely need this elegant
18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver 18K Gold Tassel Minaudiere Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
silver, this clutch is done in a pill shape and is accented at the center with a band of 18k gold with a
Gold Minaudiere, 18 Carat from Another Era
Located in Vannes, FR
Pretty Gold Minaudiere ,18 Carat From Another Era . The weaving of the perfect state gives
18k Gold
Sold
H 4 in W 5.75 in D 0.25 in
Cartier Paris 1970 Wallet Minaudiere in Iridescent Lizard 18k Gold & Sapphire
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
", in genuine iridescent lizard leather with accents made in 18 karats yellow gold and mount in a bezel
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Boucheron 18k and Sterling Minaudiere
By Boucheron
Located in San Francisco, CA
rubies. The top of this opulent purse is 18 karat yellow gold, pierced and engraved, depicting two birds
Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Boucheron Paris. 18k Rose Gold Sterling Silver & Rubies Butterfly Minaudière Bag
Located in Surfside, FL
BOUCHERON PARIS, 18k rose gold, sterling silver and cabochon rubies "Butterflies" minaudière, circa
Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
French Gold and Enamel Art Deco Minaudière Box
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
French Gold and Enamel Art deco Minaudière box Very lovely Minaudière box. Made in France circa
18k Gold
$229,050Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
Victorian style 2.61 carat diamond 18k yellow gold cluster earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Victorian-inspired earrings shimmer with the charm of antique design, featuring twenty old mine cut diamonds totaling 2.61 carats. The diamonds, with their soft faceting and H ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,586
H 0.25 in W 0.29 in L 0.63 in
Antique 5.50 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 9k White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of antique 5.50 carat sapphire and 0.14 carat diamond, 9 karat white gold drop earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. These fine and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Peridot Old Mine Diamond Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL ROUND FACETED PERIDOT GEMS SET WITH PEARLS AND AN OLD MINE DIAMOND IN A GORG...
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Iconic "Russian" Collection Maroon Crushed Velvet Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent's famous iconic "Russian" collection in this maroon crushed velvet cropped jacket is fully lined with quilted black silk. The jacket is detailed with woven ...
1993 Vintage Hermès Black Mini Kelly Sellier, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage HERMES Mini Kelly black box leather in very good condition, with no signs of wear., delivered in its HERMES box. This rare model can be carried by hand or on the shoulder wi...
Emilio Pucci S/S 2011 Runway Unworn Embellished Cutout Crochet Open Knit Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Naples, FL
Emilio Pucci S/S 2011 Runway Unworn Embellished Cutout Crochet Open Knit Maxi Dress Look 8 from the Spring 2011 Collection by Peter Dundas. (in ivory color) Condition: Unworn howe...
Chanel Wool Navy Coat brand new with the tag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Wool navy coat. New with tag. 90% wool 10% cashmere 100% silk- lining Size 44.
Breitling Laederich Antique Pocket Watch 18k Gold Enamel
By Breitling
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing Breitling Laederich antique pocket watch, circa late 1800s. The watch is made of 18k gold, features enamel. The watch is cased in a beautiful hunter case decorated with t...
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
$18,275
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...
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Green Emeralds Old Mine Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This diamond and emerald ring features natural diamonds and emeralds in a stunning Art Deco style design with rich color, and gorgeous sparkle! Highlights: - Vibrant 0.25ct round c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Fabergé Silver Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...
Silver
Prada by Miuccia Prada brown silk chiffon slip dress, fw 1996
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Prada evening slip dress ▪ Designed by Miuccia Prada ▪ Fine silk chiffon with geometric print in brown and cream ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress to wear u...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Leather Strap Bodycon Black Top Skirt Suit G buckle
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Leather Strap Bodycon Black Top Skirt Suit Gucci G buckle Runway 1990s S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford G Buckle Strap Tank Top Thong Skirt Set Black Knit Desig...
Valentino 98 Vintage black embellished tassel backless sequin maxi dress gown
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage An incredibly rare black embellished gown from Valentino Spring/Summer 1998 Beautiful fine silk crepe that is cut on the bias, means that the dress drapes and moul...
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.
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Early examples by the Italian manufacturer can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm.
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