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1940s, 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Band
1940s, 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Band

1940s, 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Band

Located in Lexington, KY

This is a lovely 14K yellow gold band from the 1940s that showcases gorgeous engraving along the

Category

Vintage 1940s Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s 14K White Gold Diamond Openwork Bracelet
1940s 14K White Gold Diamond Openwork Bracelet

1940s 14K White Gold Diamond Openwork Bracelet

Located in Houston, TX

1940's bracelet in 14K white openwork gold and diamonds. The bracelet is marked "14K" on the

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro 1940s 14K Gold Pin/Pendant Rose Cut Diamonds
Retro 1940s 14K Gold Pin/Pendant Rose Cut Diamonds

Retro 1940s 14K Gold Pin/Pendant Rose Cut Diamonds

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

This striking Retro-era pin/pendant from the 1940s is a bold and glamorous example of mid-century

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 1940s 14K Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Link Bracelet
Vintage 1940s 14K Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Link Bracelet

Vintage 1940s 14K Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Link Bracelet

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 20.5 grams

Category

Vintage 1940s Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Circa 1940s 14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Circa 1940s 14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Circa 1940s 14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested

Category

Vintage 1940s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Circa 1940s 14K White Gold .15ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Circa 1940s 14K White Gold .15ct Diamond Engagement Ring

Circa 1940s 14K White Gold .15ct Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 9 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14k white gold [Hallmarked, and Tested

Category

Vintage 1940s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1940’s 14K Marquise Diamond Halo Engagement Cocktail Ring 2ctw
Vintage 1940’s 14K Marquise Diamond Halo Engagement Cocktail Ring 2ctw

Vintage 1940’s 14K Marquise Diamond Halo Engagement Cocktail Ring 2ctw

Located in Winter Springs, FL

. Details: • Era: Early 1940s • Metal: 14K white gold • Center Stone: Natural marquise-cut diamond

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940s 14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Flip Ring
1940s 14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Flip Ring

1940s 14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Flip Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested

Category

Vintage 1940s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s 14K Two Tone Gold 1.15ct Old European Diamond Ring
1940s 14K Two Tone Gold 1.15ct Old European Diamond Ring

1940s 14K Two Tone Gold 1.15ct Old European Diamond Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and

Category

Vintage 1940s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s 14K Rose and Yellow Gold Watch Brooch and Pin
1940s 14K Rose and Yellow Gold Watch Brooch and Pin

1940s 14K Rose and Yellow Gold Watch Brooch and Pin

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Rose and Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 14.3 grams

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box
CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box

CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co 1940s 14k Gold Compact Mirror Box With Ruby Detail
Tiffany & Co 1940s 14k Gold Compact Mirror Box With Ruby Detail

Tiffany & Co 1940s 14k Gold Compact Mirror Box With Ruby Detail

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This exquisite compact mirror box from Tiffany & Co., dating back to the 1940s, is a stunning

Category

Mid-20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold

1940s 14K White Gold .40ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
1940s 14K White Gold .40ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

1940s 14K White Gold .40ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Circa 1940s 14K White Gold 1.35ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Ring
Circa 1940s 14K White Gold 1.35ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Ring

Circa 1940s 14K White Gold 1.35ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Ring

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 11 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

RETRO 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sun Flower Brooch
RETRO 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sun Flower Brooch

RETRO 1940's 14k Yellow Gold Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sun Flower Brooch

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

Up for your consideration is this superb floral brooch circa 1940's. A true stunner this brooch is

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s 14K Yellow Gold and White Gold Old European Diamond Pendant and Brooch
1940s 14K Yellow Gold and White Gold Old European Diamond Pendant and Brooch

1940s 14K Yellow Gold and White Gold Old European Diamond Pendant and Brooch

Located in Hicksville, NY

Year: 1940s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow and White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Small Sapphire Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circa 1940's
Vintage Small Sapphire Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circa 1940's

Vintage Small Sapphire Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Circa 1940's

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Cute Sapphire Ring Circa 1940's 14k Yellow Ring finger size 5.25 Weight 2.2 grams Natural

Category

Vintage 1940s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Brooch with Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Vintage, 1940’s 14k Yellow Gold & Diamonds & Pearl Dimension: 1.3” Diamonds: 0.6ct,G color, VS

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Large Gold and Carved Coral Art Deco Confucius in a Pagoda Charm Pendant
Large Gold and Carved Coral Art Deco Confucius in a Pagoda Charm Pendant

Large Gold and Carved Coral Art Deco Confucius in a Pagoda Charm Pendant

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Pagoda form Charm Pendant, measuring 1 3/4 inches in length X 1 1/2

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Russian Diamond Gold Ring
Antique Russian Diamond Gold Ring

Antique Russian Diamond Gold Ring

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique russian soviet era 1940s 14k gold diamond ring with an estimate diamond weight of 0.50

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Vintage 1930s Cluster Rings

Gold Opal Ring Vintage Art Deco Natural stones 14 Karat circa 1940's
Gold Opal Ring Vintage Art Deco Natural stones 14 Karat circa 1940's

Gold Opal Ring Vintage Art Deco Natural stones 14 Karat circa 1940's

Located in Brooklyn, NY

only minor scratches on the metal that can be removed by polish) circa 1940's 14k Yellow gold approx

Category

Vintage 1940s Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Black Agat Gold Earrings
Vintage Black Agat Gold Earrings

Vintage Black Agat Gold Earrings

Located in Cairo, EG

Vintage soviet era 1940s 14k gold earrings in open work designe on sides centered with oval black

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Vintage 1940s Dangle Earrings

1.50 Carat Diamond Retro Gold Bow Brooch Pendant
1.50 Carat Diamond Retro Gold Bow Brooch Pendant

1.50 Carat Diamond Retro Gold Bow Brooch Pendant

Located in Stamford, CT

Retro 1940's 14k yellow gold bow brooch pendant. 53 full cut round diamonds in a bow design. Loop

Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Vintage SORET Retro 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch US
Vintage SORET Retro 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch US

Vintage SORET Retro 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch US

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage SORET Retro, circa 1940s, 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch Signed; 'SORET

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

23.0-Carat Retro Forties Citrine Ring
23.0-Carat Retro Forties Citrine Ring

23.0-Carat Retro Forties Citrine Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1940s, 14k. This gorgeous forties ring is set with a beautifully-hued golden-orange 23.0

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectacular Retro 1940s Aquamarine and Ruby Gold Ring
Spectacular Retro 1940s Aquamarine and Ruby Gold Ring

Spectacular Retro 1940s Aquamarine and Ruby Gold Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1940s, 14k, American. This classic Retro ring features a superb 40.50 carat aquamarine

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940's Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"
1940's Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"

1940's Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"

Located in Wailea, HI

1940s 14K Retro Charlin Watch – A Golden Piece of Hollywood History Step back in time with this

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Wide Retro Period 14K Gold Brick Bracelet with Gem Set Art Deco Platinum Charm
Wide Retro Period 14K Gold Brick Bracelet with Gem Set Art Deco Platinum Charm

Wide Retro Period 14K Gold Brick Bracelet with Gem Set Art Deco Platinum Charm

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This lovely and sentimental 1940's 14K yellow gold brick bracelet is adorned with an Art-Deco

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Cuff Bracelets

Materials

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

Vintage 1940's Retro 14K Yellow & Rose Gold Bracelet
Vintage 1940's Retro 14K Yellow & Rose Gold Bracelet

Vintage 1940's Retro 14K Yellow & Rose Gold Bracelet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Retro Geometric Link Bracelet that Dates from The 1940’s Yellow gold and Rose gold The

Category

Vintage 1940s Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Marvin 14k Rose Gold circa 1940's Wrist Watch
Marvin 14k Rose Gold circa 1940's Wrist Watch

Marvin 14k Rose Gold circa 1940's Wrist Watch

By Marvin

Located in Wailea, HI

Vintage Marvin 14K Gold Square Wristwatch, circa 1940s – Swiss Precision in Art Deco EleganceStep

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Diamond 14K Engagement Ring Mined .29ct Original 1930's-1940's
Art Deco Diamond 14K Engagement Ring Mined .29ct Original 1930's-1940's

Art Deco Diamond 14K Engagement Ring Mined .29ct Original 1930's-1940's

Located in Dearborn, MI

Genuine Original Antique from 1930's-1940's Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring .29ct Cut Featuring

Category

Vintage 1930s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940's .49ct TW Diamond 14K Engagement Ring
1940's .49ct TW Diamond 14K Engagement Ring

1940's .49ct TW Diamond 14K Engagement Ring

Located in Scotts Valley, CA

Details: Sweet 1940's .49ct diamond (total carat weight) ring set in 14K yellow & white gold. This

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1940's Sapphire Diamond 14k Gold Compact Box
1940's Sapphire Diamond 14k Gold Compact Box

1940's Sapphire Diamond 14k Gold Compact Box

Located in Miami, FL

underneath the flap is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, weighing 115.7 grams and measuring 2.8" x 1.6" x

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Boxes and Cases

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

1940's Heuer Aerotel Vintage Mens Chronograph Watch - 14K Gold
1940's Heuer Aerotel Vintage Mens Chronograph Watch - 14K Gold

1940's Heuer Aerotel Vintage Mens Chronograph Watch - 14K Gold

By Heuer

Located in Suwanee, GA

. 1940's HEUER AEROTEL Vintage Mens Chronograph Watch - 14K Gold Classic Elegance - Uncommon Private

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Retro 1940's Diamond, Ruby and 14k Rose Gold Brooch
Retro 1940's Diamond, Ruby and 14k Rose Gold Brooch

Retro 1940's Diamond, Ruby and 14k Rose Gold Brooch

Located in Derby, NY

This exquisite Retro 1940's brooch features a striking 1.65-carat marquise-cut diamond of K color

Category

20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Retro 14k Rose Gold Bracelet, circa 1940s
Retro 14k Rose Gold Bracelet, circa 1940s

Retro 14k Rose Gold Bracelet, circa 1940s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This powerful and grand Retro bracelet from the 1940s is a true statement of elegance and heft

Category

20th Century Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Kitten Charm Natural Ruby Vintage Cat 14 Karat Circa 1940's
Kitten Charm Natural Ruby Vintage Cat 14 Karat Circa 1940's

Kitten Charm Natural Ruby Vintage Cat 14 Karat Circa 1940's

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Kitten Charm With Natural Ruby stones 14k Yellow Gold approx 4.7 grams Circa 1940's pre

Category

Vintage 1940s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage 1940’s 14ct Gold Amethyst & Diamond Ring
Vintage 1940’s 14ct Gold Amethyst & Diamond Ring

Vintage 1940’s 14ct Gold Amethyst & Diamond Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Amethyst & Diamond Ring 14ct Gold Circa 1940’s Beautiful Round, Faceted Amethyst Ring

Category

Mid-20th Century European Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Retro Citrine 14K Rose Gold Ring, 1940s
Retro Citrine 14K Rose Gold Ring, 1940s

Retro Citrine 14K Rose Gold Ring, 1940s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This gleaming 1940s Retro ring in 14K rose gold showcases a remarkable 50-carat, cushion-emerald

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Citrine, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

1940s Retro 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
1940s Retro 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace

1940s Retro 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A striking 14K yellow gold necklace from the 1940s Retro era, featuring a bold design with

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Rose Gold Basket Clip-on Earrings 14k
1940s Rose Gold Basket Clip-on Earrings 14k

1940s Rose Gold Basket Clip-on Earrings 14k

Located in Miami, FL

An original vintage pair of striped half sphere clip-on earrings circa 1940. The earrings are in

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

1940's Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Bypass Ring
1940's Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Bypass Ring

1940's Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Bypass Ring

Located in Boca Raton, FL

1940's diamond bypass ring handcrafted in 14 karat white gold. The vintage ring features an

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 14K YG Aquamarine and Sapphire Brooch c. 1940s
Tiffany & Co. 14K YG Aquamarine and Sapphire Brooch c. 1940s

Tiffany & Co. 14K YG Aquamarine and Sapphire Brooch c. 1940s

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A striking Mid-century brooch by Tiffany & Co., crafted in 14K yellow gold and designed in the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega 14k Solid Gold 1940s Mens 33mm Vintage Bumper Automatic RA714
Omega 14k Solid Gold 1940s Mens 33mm Vintage Bumper Automatic RA714

Omega 14k Solid Gold 1940s Mens 33mm Vintage Bumper Automatic RA714

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Luxurious classic, Men's Omega 14k solid gold bumper automatic, c.1944, in excellent working

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

14k Gold & Pearl Grape Pendant circa 1940s
14k Gold & Pearl Grape Pendant circa 1940s

14k Gold & Pearl Grape Pendant circa 1940s

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This exquisite 14k Gold & Pearl Grape Pendant from the circa 1940s exemplifies timeless

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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

1940s Floral Print Engraved MS & S 14k Gold Shell Bangle
1940s Floral Print Engraved MS & S 14k Gold Shell Bangle

1940s Floral Print Engraved MS & S 14k Gold Shell Bangle

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 1940s Floral Print Engraved 14k Shell Gold Bangle combines elegance and vintage charm, making

Category

Mid-20th Century Bangles

Materials

14k Gold

1940s Ruby & Diamond Floral Bow Burst Cocktail Ring – 14K Rose Gold
1940s Ruby & Diamond Floral Bow Burst Cocktail Ring – 14K Rose Gold

1940s Ruby & Diamond Floral Bow Burst Cocktail Ring – 14K Rose Gold

Located in Santa Monica, CA

A genuine 1940s vintage ring in 14K rose gold cocktail ring featuring a 0.43ct old European cut

Category

Vintage 1940s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Gruen Curvex Precision 14K Solid Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940s – 20 x 47mm
Gruen Curvex Precision 14K Solid Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940s – 20 x 47mm

Gruen Curvex Precision 14K Solid Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940s – 20 x 47mm

By Gruen

Located in Wailea, HI

Gruen Curvex Precision 14K Solid Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940s – 20 x 47mm An exceptional example of

Category

Early 20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1940s 14k For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1940s 14k for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 4108 vintage editions and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 1940s 14k 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1940s 14k over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Rolex are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 1940s 14k can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 827 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 1940s 14k, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1940s 14k?

Prices for a 1940s 14k can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $203 and can go as high as $285,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,793.

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.