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Persian Turquoise Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 10mm Beads 19 Inch Antique Retro
Persian Turquoise Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 10mm Beads 19 Inch Antique Retro

Persian Turquoise Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 10mm Beads 19 Inch Antique Retro

Located in New York, NY

This is a beautiful Persian Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace. The lovely necklace has 10mm natural Persian Turquoise beads interspaced with 14 Karat Yellow Gold links and a 1...

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 14 Karat Gold and 3.38 Carat Diamond Pavé Dome Bangle Bracelet, Circa 19
Italian 14 Karat Gold and 3.38 Carat Diamond Pavé Dome Bangle Bracelet, Circa 19

Italian 14 Karat Gold and 3.38 Carat Diamond Pavé Dome Bangle Bracelet, Circa 19

Located in Miami, FL

An exceptional Italian diamond bangle bracelet crafted in richly polished 14 karat yellow gold, showcasing the bold glamour and refined craftsmanship that distinguished Italian jewel...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 19 Full Set Mint
Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 19 Full Set Mint

Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 19 Full Set Mint

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Details Designer: Cartier Collection: Juste un Clou Stone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.58 Carat Diamond Cut: Brilliant Cut Diamond Count: 32 Metal: Solid 18...

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

19, 44 carat White Diamonds, Rubies, 14 Karat White Gold Flower Theme Bracelet
19, 44 carat White Diamonds, Rubies, 14 Karat White Gold Flower Theme Bracelet

19, 44 carat White Diamonds, Rubies, 14 Karat White Gold Flower Theme Bracelet

Located in Napoli, Campania

Shining and elegant carpet bracelet in 14 karat white gold realized with flower theme all studded with white diamonds and rubies. This bracelet was totally handmade by Italian master...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 1880 Etruscan Revival Pendant Earrings Suite 19Kt Gold with Natural Pearl
French 1880 Etruscan Revival Pendant Earrings Suite 19Kt Gold with Natural Pearl

French 1880 Etruscan Revival Pendant Earrings Suite 19Kt Gold with Natural Pearl

Located in Miami, FL

French Etruscan revival suite Beautiful three-dimensional pieces, created in Paris France during the Victorian era (1837-1901) back in the 1880, This very versatile suite has been c...

Category

Antique 1870s French Etruscan Revival More Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft 5.07 Karat Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Triangles Cocktail Ring
Handcraft 5.07 Karat Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Triangles Cocktail Ring

Handcraft 5.07 Karat Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Triangles Cocktail Ring

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...

Category

2010s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

PIET-JOSEPH SAUVAGE 1780 BVLGARI Paint Round Box In 18Kt Gold With Fitted Box
PIET-JOSEPH SAUVAGE 1780 BVLGARI Paint Round Box In 18Kt Gold With Fitted Box

PIET-JOSEPH SAUVAGE 1780 BVLGARI Paint Round Box In 18Kt Gold With Fitted Box

Located in Miami, FL

The main mountings have been carefully crafted with parts made up in solid yellow gold of 18-19 karats decorated with classic motifs. These mountings are holdings the carvings of tor...

Category

Antique 1780s French Neoclassical Boxes and Cases

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Curb Link Bracelet
French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Curb Link Bracelet

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Curb Link Bracelet

Located in London, GB

Stamped with the French import mark for 18 karat gold. Dimensions: 19 x 0.5 cm (7.5” long) Weight: 10.22 grams

Category

Vintage 1920s British Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Coral Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet

Coral Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet

Located in Marcianise, IT

Bracelet total weight 38.10 grams Diamonds weight 0.42 karat Coral weight 19 grams Size 17 centimetres

Category

1990s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Juste Un Clou Nail Bangle Bracelet
Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Juste Un Clou Nail Bangle Bracelet

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Juste Un Clou Nail Bangle Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This Cartier Juste un Clou bangle is crafted from polished white gold, elegantly transforming a simple, industrial hardware nail into a sleek and iconic piece of modern luxury jewelr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cougar Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Cougar Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Cougar Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Ring total weight 12 grams Diamonds weight 0.12 karat Rubies weight 0.13 karat Ring size 19 ITA 8.75 US (all rings are can be resized)

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Brazilian Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
Brazilian Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

Brazilian Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Aquamarine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
Handcraft Aquamarine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

Handcraft Aquamarine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

Located in Marcianise, IT

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Australian Opal 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Australian Opal 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace

Australian Opal 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Fantastic pendant with an Australian opal mounted with brilliants in 18 karat white gold handcrafted by famous Italian artisans Pendant total weight 19 grams Diamonds weight 1.16 ka...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
Handcraft Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

Handcraft Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Handcraft Tourmaline 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Handcraft Tourmaline 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring

Handcraft Tourmaline 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring

Located in Marcianise, IT

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Tourmaline Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
Diamonds Tourmaline Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet

Diamonds Tourmaline Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Bracelet weight 61.20 grams Diamonds weight 0.15 karat Tourmaline weight 18.05 karat Sapphirs weight 5.90 karat Bracelet Lenght 19 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Caterpillar Brooch with Emerald & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Caterpillar Brooch with Emerald & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold

Caterpillar Brooch with Emerald & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold

Located in Lucerne, CH

Wear it to infuse your outfit with a hint of luxury and playful elegance, capturing the beauty of nature with every glance. 18 Karat white gold 19 emeralds, square cut, tot. 0.36 c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rubies Emeralds Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
Rubies Emeralds Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

Rubies Emeralds Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Amazing 14 karat yellow gold cuff bracelet. Handmade by artisans assembled with diamonds,emeralds,rubies,yellow blue and pink sapphires Bracelet total weight 27.80 grams Sapphires,e...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Ruby Choker Necklace
Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Ruby Choker Necklace

Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Ruby Choker Necklace

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brazilian Aquamarine Sapphires Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet
Brazilian Aquamarine Sapphires Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet

Brazilian Aquamarine Sapphires Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Bracelet Weight 50 grams Aquamarine Weight 40 karat Diamonds Weight 0.48 karat Sapphires weight 9.12 karat bracelet lenght 19 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Sapphires Ruby Cuff Bracelet
Handcraft Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Sapphires Ruby Cuff Bracelet

Handcraft Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Sapphires Ruby Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Bracelet total weight 58.20 grams Ruby, Emeralds and Sapphires total weight 36.75 karat Diamonds weight 2.26 karat Bracelet length 19 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Cameo Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
Handcraft Cameo Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

Handcraft Cameo Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Handmade by craftsmen assembled with cameo coral,turquoise,rose cut diamonds,sapphires and emeralds Bracelet total weight 46.30 grams Diamonds weight 0.70 karat Turquoise weight 3....

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver, ...

Handcraft Australian Brown Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
Handcraft Australian Brown Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

Handcraft Australian Brown Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

Australian baroque brown pearls yellow gold 18 karat diamonds,aquamarine,garnet,citrine, amethyst and all natural stones cuff bracelet Bracelet total weight 106 grams Pearls weigh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.50ct Natural Purple Amethyst Clip Earrings 18kt Cosmopolitan Mod Deco*
4.50ct Natural Purple Amethyst Clip Earrings 18kt Cosmopolitan Mod Deco*

4.50ct Natural Purple Amethyst Clip Earrings 18kt Cosmopolitan Mod Deco*

Located in New York, NY

Modern Cosmopolitan Deco Natural Vivid Purple Amethyst Clip Earrings. 4.50ct natural vivid purple amethyst. 18 karat white gold 19 grams Overall earrings: 2.1 x .70 inch Depth: ...

Category

2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Opal Bead Necklace
Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Opal Bead Necklace

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Opal Bead Necklace

By Syna Jewels

Located in Fort Lee, NJ

Created in 18 karat yellow gold 19 inch graduating length Opal 65 carats approx. 18kyg roundels and ring 18kyg lobster clasp Limited edition About the Designers Drawing inspir...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Labradorite Bead Necklace
Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Labradorite Bead Necklace

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Labradorite Bead Necklace

By Syna Jewels

Located in Fort Lee, NJ

Created in 18 karat yellow gold 19 inch graduating length Labradorite 100 carats approx. 18kyg roundels and ring 18kyg lobster clasp Limited edition About the Designers Drawin...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Aventurine Bead Necklace
Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Aventurine Bead Necklace

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Graduating Aventurine Bead Necklace

By Syna Jewels

Located in Fort Lee, NJ

Created in 18 karat yellow gold 19 inch graduating length Aventurine 115 carats approx. 18kyg roundels and ring 18kyg lobster clasp Limited edition About the Designers Drawing...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aventurine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 22ct, 14K Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 22ct, 14K Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 22ct, 14K Yellow Gold

Located in jaipur, IN

The bracelet is expertly crafted with 19 grams of 14 karat yellow gold . Have a safety clasp .

Category

2010s Indian Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Open Heart Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds on Gold Chain
Open Heart Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds on Gold Chain

Open Heart Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds on Gold Chain

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

The emeralds are a vibrant deep color of great quality. Included is a 19" chain, 14 karat ball style. The Pendant and Chains total weight is 3.2 grams.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Brazilian Aquarela 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Brazilian Aquarela 18K Gold Pendant Necklace

Brazilian Aquarela 18K Gold Pendant Necklace

Located in Ridgefield, CT

Kaloi Jewelry Collection, Handcrafted in Brazil, 18 karat yellow gold, 19 inches / 48.3 cm long, gemstone pendant necklace.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

FRENCH 1880 Etruscan Revival Pendant-Brooch In 19Kt Gold With Natural Pearls
FRENCH 1880 Etruscan Revival Pendant-Brooch In 19Kt Gold With Natural Pearls

FRENCH 1880 Etruscan Revival Pendant-Brooch In 19Kt Gold With Natural Pearls

Located in Miami, FL

French Etruscan revival pendant-brooch This is a beautiful convertible pendant-brooch created in Paris France during the Victorian era (1837-1901) back in the 1880, This piece has b...

Category

Antique 1880s French Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Coral Drop Earrings
Antique Gold Coral Drop Earrings

Antique Gold Coral Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Antique pair of gold coral drop earrings Pendant coral (19 x 14 mm), 14 karat yellow gold Size: width 1.4 cm, length 4.3 cm Total weight: 19.0 grams

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AIG Certified 18K Gold Adjustable Bracelet with 0.20ct Diamonds
AIG Certified 18K Gold Adjustable Bracelet with 0.20ct Diamonds

AIG Certified 18K Gold Adjustable Bracelet with 0.20ct Diamonds

Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH

This is a beautiful bracelet with a total weight of 2.82 grams, made from 18 karat gold and featuring a hallmark of 750. The size of the bracelet is adjustable up to 19 cm, making it...

Category

2010s Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond

Traditional Portuguese Queen Earrings Yellow Gold
Traditional Portuguese Queen Earrings Yellow Gold

Traditional Portuguese Queen Earrings Yellow Gold

Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette

The Traditional Portuguese Queen Earrings in Yellow Gold are a splendid example of the intricate art of filigree, a technique highly esteemed in Portuguese jewelry craftsmanship. Fas...

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

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19 Karat For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 19 karat for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. You can easily find a 1881 antique edition and 284 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 19 karat may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 19 karat over the years, but those made by Collective Brilliant, Rosior and Elizabeth Locke are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a 19 karat featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and rose cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 19 karat, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 19 Karat?

On average, a 19 karat at 1stDibs sells for $2,396, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $210,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.