Ruser 14 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Diamond Cherub Harp Pin Brooch
By William Ruser
Located in New York, NY
Retro circa 1940s Ruser 14k gold brooch, depicting a Cherub playing harp, decorated with sapphire
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$19,000
15 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s – 1940s A handcrafted silver-topped 14K gold ring is bezel-set with a large Colombian
Emerald, Diamond
Cartier 1940's 14k Gold Sapphire Flower Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These beautifully delicate are vintage Cartier straight from the 1940's. Measures about an inch by
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Bohemian Garnet 1940s 14k & Vermeil Silver Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
. This piece is likely dates around the 1940's. The band is stamped 14K gold, and the front is gold
Garnet, Vermeil, Silver, 14k Gold
Mid-Century 1940's 14K Gold Sunburst Heart Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
made in 14 karat gold. The lid of the box where the heart is hidden is no longer present, unfortunately
14k Gold
Retro Vintage 1940's 14k Green & Rose Gold Open Faceted Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
gold during the 1940's. The bracelet features a wide pattern alternating faceted geometric links giving
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold|$6,500
1940s Gold Diamond Pearl Tassel Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Vintage circa 1940s 14k gold bracelet, set with 2.00-2.40ctw diamonds and 4.4 - 8.3mm pearls
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Sold|$2,749
Oval Solid Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Solid oval link 14k yellow gold with original spring ring bracelet. Circa 1940s. 14k yellow gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sold|$3,305
Wide 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mesh Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade 1940's 14k yellow gold mesh bracelet. Lies flat with a hidden catch and double side safety
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Longines Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch with Hooded Lugs Retailed by Tiffany
By Longines
Located in Stamford, CT
1940s. 14k yellow gold 27.3 grams Width without crown: 20.42mm Width with crown: 22mm Band width
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$675
Retro 1940s Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. This classic retro forties diamond ring is set with a .10 carat
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Retro 1940s 20 Carat Aquamarine gold cocktail Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, Tiffany & Co., New York City. Redolent with Retro style, this timeless American
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Estate European 1940s Rose Gold Pear Shape Jadeite Jade Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful classic 1940’s 14k rose gold European made dangle earrings. Set with genuine translucent
Jade, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Sold|$1,200
Tiffany & Co. Retro 1940s Gold Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, by Tiffany, New York. This stylish forties brooch by Tiffany & Co. features a
14k Gold
Sold|$9,300
Fabulous Retro Forties Gold Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. Fabulously chic, this unique retro bracelet features a polished gold
14k Gold
Elegant Forties Diamond-Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. This sparkly everyday ring is set with .30 carats of bright white
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Retro 1940s Citrine, Ruby and Diamond Set Gold Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. These vibrant earrings from the 1940s perfectly mix retro style with
Citrine, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sold|$1,650
Retro Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. This classic retro engagement ring is set with a .50ct brilliant white
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sold|$12,500
Fabulous Chunky Retro Gold Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. Big and bold, this chunky yellow gold bracelet has that glamourous
14k Gold
Fabulous 50 Carat Citrine and Diamond Retro Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. Retro meets modern in this sleek jewel featuring a dazzlingly large
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$6,800
Fab Forties Gold Snake Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, Switzerland. Snake bracelets were the height of fashion in the ancient world and
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$2,100
Retro Citrine and Ruby Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. This sensational forties ring has a bold scale featuring a gorgeous
Citrine, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Retro 1940s Citrine Ruby Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1940s, 14k, American. This sensational, distinctly forties ring features a bold scale
Citrine, Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s 4.84 Carat Cabochon Cut Coral and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1940s 4.84 carat red coral and 14 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$6,875
Imperial Jade Ring in Regal Coronet Setting
Located in Northampton, MA
This regal, English-crafted circa 1940s 14k rose gold ring holds within its fleur-de-lis coronet
Jade, 14k Gold
Oval Yellow Gold Double Sided Textured Cufflinks Circa 1940's
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage double sided 1940's yellow gold textured men's oval cufflinks 14k yellow gold Stamped
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 14K Rose Gold Flower Brooch with Raspberry Red Rubies 1940's
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage Cartier flower brooch, crafted in 14K rose gold, features raspberry red
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold|$2,800
Citrine Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
polish 14K yellow gold mount. Sleek, grandiose, glittering. Additional information: Metal: 14K yellow
Citrine, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1940s Rolex Diamond and 14K Gold Miniature Ladies Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Hicksville, NY
This 1940s Retro Rolex Diamond and 14K White Gold ladies watch features a .20 carat round brilliant
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s .02 Carat Diamond and 14K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Engagement Ring with a beautiful floral ribbon design and cathedral-style center stone
Diamond, 14k Gold
Elgin 14Kt Solid Gold Art Deco American Made Tonneau Shape 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 25mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
14k Gold
1940's Tiffany & Co. Diamond Dermantoid Garnet Ruby Vintage Pendant Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1940's Tiffany & Co. diamond, ruby, and dermantoid garnet pendant/pin fashioned in platinum and 14
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact 129.2 gram 2.5 inch
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Horse Shoe Gemstone Cocktail Ring Original 1940's Antique Yellow Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1940's Art Deco Horse Shoe Gemstone Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940's Retro 14 Karat Gold Golf Caddy Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold Circa: 1940s Measures: 1/2 x 1 inch Total weight: 5.1 grams Hitting. The
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1940s Retro Emerald Cut Citrine Cocktail Ring 19 Carat Gemstone 14K Gold Diamond
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
scratches to gem; only visible under magnification. Era: Retro Year: 1940s Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Center
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens IWC Calatrava C83 14k Rose Gold 35mm Manual Wind 1940s Swiss Vintage NA113
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.1940s MOVEMENT : Manual, cal.83 CASE MATERIAL : 14k Rose Gold CASE MEASUREMENT EXCLUDING CROWN
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
1940's Retro Moonstone 14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
adularescence Some arranged in engaging quatrefoil pattern Completed by spring ring clasp Stamped 14k for 14
Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & CO Sapphire Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Filigree 1940s Pill Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This rare antique Tiffany & Co. pill box features a filigree design crafted in 14k yellow gold and
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Sold|$600
1940s Jade Buddha Pendant
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Jade Buddha Charm, Enhancer, Pendant - 14k Yellow Gold, Jade Hand carved, deep green Jade
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1940s Mikimoto Pearl and Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa: 1940s Metal Type: 14k white gold Weight: 3.0 grams Size: US 5, resizable Diamond Details
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
1940's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Folding Locket Album Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
partial stamps for 14 karat gold Circa: 1940s Measures: 1 3/16 x 11/16 inches - including bale Total
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940's Retro Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Slot Machine Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
to South causing inner rotary to spin. Inscribed with winnings at front. Stamped 14K for 14 karat
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Sold|$1,500
1940s Tiffany & Co. Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
A pair of authentic Tiffany & Co. cufflinks from 1940s! The style and prominence of these
14k Gold
Sold|$2,750
1940s Cartier Retro Coral Gold Ashtray
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual 14K yellow gold and coral ashtray by Cartier, circa 1940s. Hallmarks: Cartier
Coral, 14k Gold
Retro Long Interlocking Link Necklace in 14 Karat Gold, Circa 1940's, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Retro Necklace from the 1940's finely crafted in 14 karat gold with Interlocking braided links and
14k Gold, Gold
1940's Retro Moonstone 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone Link Vintage Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
motif. Completed by a spring ring clasp. Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold. Circa: 1940s. Length: 7 1/2
Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$6,800
Vintage 1940s Retro Textured Gold Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
screams welcome to the 1940's. Excellent condition. The 61.8 gram weight disperses around the wrist
14k Gold
Sold|$2,625
1940s Flexible Gold Snake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This retro bracelet features 14k yellow gold snake links completed by a safety catch. A flexible
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940's Retro 0.25 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and stamped 14K for 14 karat gold Circa: 1940s Ring Size: 5 & sizable Measures North to South 2.9
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940s Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold ‘Key to My Heart’ Movable Charm
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely 14k yellow gold ‘Key to My Heart’ charm comes from the 1940s and is even moveable. The
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
OMEGA Automatic Watch 14k GF Omega Automatic Hammer Bumper 1940s Mens Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Omega Automatic 1940s. Ref. F6231 14k Yellow Gold Filled Case. (Marked under case cover
14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,495
Omega Rose Gold 1940s Men's Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Mens Omega 194o's 14 Rose Gold manual wind 17 jewel wristwatch. Rectangular retro design case
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold|$3,800
1940s Ruby Diamond Gold Objet d'Art
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
1940's miniature perfume bottle decorated with rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
14 Karat Gold Vintage 1940's Jewish Star of David Zion Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
14 karat gold. Charms are great to collect as wearable memories, it has a symbolic and often a
Gold, 14k Gold
Sold|$3,200
1940s Diamond Engagement Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Hicksville, NY
engagement ring 1940s is set in 14 karat white gold mount with the most gorgeous filigree detailing we have
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Company Movado 1940s Gold Pocket Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Movado for Tiffany & Company Pocket Watch, 44 M.M. X 8 M.M. Thick 14k Yellow Gold
14k Gold
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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